Big explosion at Beloiel Works kills seven in cordite plant
A blast at the Beloiel works of the Canadian Explosive Co in the cordite plant Tuesday killed seven people, including two girls, and injured ten or more. Missing include Aymer Brown and J S Sammons. No Washburn workers were among the injured or missing. Former Washburn men employed there are named. New telephones for the Summit Telephone Co have arrived and are being installed.
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Beloiel Works
Canadian Explosive Company
Washburn
Aymer Brown
DuPont Powder Works
Wilmington
Delaware
J.S. Sammons
Superior Telegram booster edition highlights Northland impact
The Superior Telegram released a comprehensive booster edition for Northern Wisconsin and the city of Superior, featuring extensive advertising and illustrations from across the district. A full page covers Washburn, and the edition will be used at the Panama-Pacific Exposition to promote Northern Wisconsin, reflecting the paper’s strong faith in the region.
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Superior Telegram
Wisconsin
Superior
Northland Empire
North Wisconsin
Washburn
City Council Rejects Drug Store Liquor Licenses
On Tuesday evening the council refused to grant drug store licenses for intoxicating liquors with only two members in favor. Purchasers must now obtain a physician prescription to buy intoxicants in Washburn, as any other sale is unlawful within the city.
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Washburn
Bayfield Helps Washburn Honor 4th Parade and Unity
Big 4th of July celebration in Washburn featured a parade with dozens of floats from Bayfield and Washburn businesses, autos, and bands. A. H. Wilkinson of Bayfield spoke after the parade as Washburn and Bayfield pledge cooperation for a later Chautauqua, with buoyant cross-town spirit and plans to close businesses in support.
Bayfield Saloons Banished From City July First
The Bayfield papers offered only a cartoon on the saloon banishment, with no further mention. The action is hailed as the biggest business move for the city, expected to boost legitimate commerce as Bayfield residents realize the impact.
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Bayfield
Arrests for drunk and disorderly and fights total seven
Police records show seven arrests over Sunday and Monday for drunken disorderly conduct or fights. The small total comes despite many visitors at the DuPont Powder works. Arrested individuals said liquor came from Ashland. The Washburn Building and Loan Association held its annual meeting at Secretary Clausen's office last evening.
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DuPont Powder Company
Ashland
The
Washburn Building and Loan Association
Clausen
Washburn Sends Big Delegation to World Christian Endeavor
Washburn taps a large contingent for the World Convention of Christian Endeavor societies in Chicago. Ten delegates from the Washburn society depart with plans to attract the state banner for numbers and miles, aiming for a strong showing amid a record global gathering.
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Washburn
May Call Dry Convention From Odanah Star
A dry forces convention is proposed in Odanah to discuss aiding the Department in enforcing liquor laws. The Department reports bright prospects for early treaty-law enforcement, with indictments likely after mid July. Efforts from Milwaukee supporters aim to drive saloons from the district through a vigorous campaign.
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Department
Milwaukee
City Drug Store adopts sanitary wax paper dishes
B A Wiechmann proprietor of City Drug Store updates service at the fountain using individual wax paper dishes in patented holders for ice cream and soda drinks. He promises ongoing new ideas to attract trade while maintaining modern, sanitary service.
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B. A. Wiechmann
Fire Department Saves Froseth Home From Blaze
Washburn fire department responded to a rear fire at about eight o'clock. Two streams quickly controlled the blaze within five minutes after arrival. Cause suspected as a defective chimney. an oil can explosion worsened the spread. Rear end suffered severe damage. main house spared. smoke damaged household goods.
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Washburn
Froseth
West Pine Street
Ashland's Tony Lodels Face Washburn City On Sunday
The Ashland based Tony Lodel baseball team will play Washburn City on Sunday afternoon at the local grounds. Manager Calder predicts a win as the club carries a winning streak into the contest. Baseball interest has grown and attendance has been strong in recent weeks.
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Tony Lodel
Ashland
Washburn
Calder
Washburn plans attend Bayfield Summer Chautauqua
Washburn aims to attend the Bayfield Summer Chautauqua July 17 to 22. The event will bring top national speakers and leading musical groups to Chequamegon Bay, offering a week of highClass talks and entertainment. Local Bayfield residents showcased effort to host and deserve regional support.
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Washburn Apis
Gem Theatre Opens Under Walter F. Smith in City
The Gem Theatre opened to the public last Saturday evening under manager Walter F. Smith. The house was packed for both performances and the remodeled venue is described as a neat, well run picture show house. Mr. Smith is noted as knowing the business from A to Z.
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Gem Theatre
Walter F. Smith
Mr. Smith
Strawberry season opens with light yield and good prices
The Bayfield County Farmers and Fruit Growers Association reports the strawberry season is in full swing with brisk market activity. First local berries arrived over a week ago, full picking began after the 4th, and shipments are expected daily as long as the season lasts. Duluth received the initial car shipment. Quality is very fine though crops are light due to heavy rains that caused plant rot and weakened roots, but growers receive favorable prices to offset shortages.
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Bayfield County Farmers & Fruit Growers Association
Association
Duluth
Calder Leads Washburn 4th of July Celebration Effort
Municipal Judge George A Calder is praised for organizing Washburns largest July 4 event with help from F E Wieman Kirke and others. The report also notes Carl Daly, son of Dan and Mrs Daly, broke his wrist attempting to ride a moving merry go round last Friday night.
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George A. Calder
Calder
F. E. Wieman
Kirke
Washburn
Carl
Dan Daly
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Ford
A. J. Lien
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Amos M. Hansen
J. S. Fletcher
A. P. Fraser
Renfield Lamoreaux
M. H. Sprague Lumber Company
Northwestern Fuel Company
Carnegie Library
E. C. Alvord
A. H. Wilkinson
Ball Grounds
Harbor City
Renfield-Lamoreaux Company
Amos Hansen
DuPont
J.S. Fletcher
Ian Endeavor Societies
Odanah
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