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The
Times
Webster
Old Stand
S. E. Swanson
Editorial over liquor law probes at Iron River
The paper recounts a two week old editorial on evidence gathering for liquor violations in Iron River. A reporter’s covert trip found methods used to secure evidence were as bad as the violations, though saloonkeepers reportedly sold to minors. The piece calls for lawful, united civic action and rejects personal prejudice.
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Iron River
Items of Interest from a Turbulent Era in Headlines
A New York critic notes Thaw shows a revived soul after a year in the tombs. The Arkansas Democrat claims Bryan as the United States favorite son. A Dover man marries his mother in law, a startling example others may not follow. A young man doubts his allure as January passes.
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Harry Kenan Thaw
New York
Arkansas Democrat
Bryan
United States
Dover
Del
Home Circle Talk on Choosing Work and Self Knowledge
A speaker urges young men to seek fitting trades, study themselves, and persist against obstacles. He warns against unsuitable pursuits and emphasizes understanding one’s craft, with metaphors about ships, pumpkins, and boats heading upstream. The talk champions personal mission and deliberate career choice.
The Atlantic Cable and Airship in a Changing World
The piece reflects on the historic role of steam power and the Atlantic telegraph cable as a symbol of wealth and wonder. It notes the air ship as a current attraction and suggests future innovations will supersede even those feats as progress accelerates.
Timid People and Fear in Children
The piece urges kindness to children who fear loud thunder and lightning. It condemns mocking fear as cruel and notes fear can be hereditary. It advises supportive bonds with loved ones and consistent supervision to prevent worsening anxiety. It warns against harsh treatment by parents and teachers.
Fragmented miscellany and ads from a late 19th century issue
A long snarl of opined quirks and notices runs through this page. References include Ruef and Schmitz’s release on a flimsy legal point, commentary on the Congressional Record editor, and a Tennessee Chattanooga alias Boozanooga. A juror from the Thaw case reveals unfamiliarity with the defendant. An ad fragment offers an assistant manager post for 20 dollars weekly, and a Dean's Kidney Pills testimonial from Washburn Wisconsin.
Simple Remedy for La Grippe Coughs
Foley's Honey and Tar stops the cough and heals the lungs to prevent pneumonia. The genuine product is in a yellow package and contains no harmful drugs. Refuse substitutes. Q. W. Frost.
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Q. W. Frost
Order a HOME Telephone Now for a Big Directory Listing
A home telephone offer invites customers to place an order and secure their name in a newly expanded directory. The ad emphasizes a prominent directory listing as the main incentive.
German Syrup Promises Relief for Consumption
Frost & Spies offer Boschee's German Syrup claimed to cure coughs colds and consumption with pure tar extracts and gum. The ad touts night rest relief from dry coughing and easy morning ex pectoration, pricing small bottles at 25 cents and regular bottles at 75 cents.
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Boschee
Frost & Spies
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Solomon
Sun
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Alabama
Chattanooga
Pulic
Washburn Farms
Chicago Wholesale and Mai Order
Lake St
Chicago
Dean
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Main Si
Wis
Sweet
Foster Milburn Co
Buffalo
Dean’s
EUS U
Rogers Bros
G. Maxery
D.M. Maxcy
C. O. Lowder
Bayfield County Bank
Gages
Hotel
F. Tetzner
Washburn Plumbing & Heating Co
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