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Newspaper
Washburn Times
Location
Washburn, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1908
Page
7
A young show aspirant Miss Dobson wins a chance at stardom when she performs a brief dramatic recital for Malcolm Sturgis, the theater manager, during a stalled elevator ride. Jim, the elevator boy, helps her secure a contract for an engagement, hinting a new star may rise from a bold gambit.
A prominent lawyer recalls an old belief that curly haired men are pampered, rebellious, and stubborn. He cites a mentor who taught that such jurors consistently oppose others and often never serve if avoidable, reflecting a dated bias from a 19th century exchange.
A reflective note on the Nile's silence and mystery as camels gaze with expressive, empathetic eyes. The narration compares camel eyes to human feeling, recalling family moments and self reproach triggered by such gaze, ending with a humorous missive about a camel’s look.
The rel ativity of knowledge means we know things only as related to our faculties. The thing in itself remains unknown and unknowable, with absolute knowledge impossible. We know appearances, but not the reality behind them, making knowledge phantasmagoria and appearances possibly deceptive.
A Baltimore American cartoon caption notes a witty contrast between intellect and adornment. A young man speaks with rich intellect while the speaker jokes that marriage and social invitations will not let her wear gems of thought. The remark captures stylish social wit of the era.
A member of Parliament storms in anger after receiving a telegram intended for his wife. He learns she did not betray him, as the telegram was misread. The wife clarifies she sent a harmless wish to meet Mrs X, prompting a humorous misunderstanding and shared laughter.
John Burroughs argues in Outing Magazine that consciousness and self awareness evolved gradually from animal instincts. He suggests a point where reason began, noting primates show fleeting signs while early humans develop sustained reasoning beyond stimulus reactions.
A floorwalker explains to a visitor that shoppers fall into four classes: those who do not intend to buy, those who intend to buy but don’t know what they want, those who know what they want at home but get confused in the shop, and those who always know what they want, go straight to it, and leave quickly. The fourth class is about 5 percent and their purchases are rare but valued for efficiency, per the New York Globe.
The poster from Am bala lists acts including horses performing tricks, a clown who jokes with horses to entertain the crowd, boys jumping in mud, a wire walker described as a professor, and a dramatic segment. It warns spectators no sticks or smoking and labels the show as very much better than others.
Pall Mall Gazette argues Lamarckian idea of inherited neck stretching for giraffes as parents pass reach to offspring while Philadelphia Press quotes a debate. Kidder and Miss Strong clash over a women’s club aim with a mix of satire and critique about suffrage and social goals.
A playwright notes the audience did not hiss after a failed premiere. The manager replies they were too sleepy, reflecting a muted reception during the show as described in Lippincott's Magazine.
In a terse exchange from the Cleveland Leader a couple expresses certainty the rope ladder is firmly attached as Eloper whispers. They say the eloperess will not fall while Papa and Mamma stand at the top to steady the line.
The Indianapolis News notes critics argue a mother's work is unseen but demands constant effort at home, underscoring that family duties are a full occupation beyond paid labor.
State of Wisconsin Bayfield County probate notice announces that H P Axelberg administrator will sell at public auction on May 19 1908 at 10 am at the courthouse front door Washburn Bayfield County land Lots 6 7 8 in Block 58 Original Townsite now City of Washburn with cash terms as ordered April 14 1908 by County Judge Wm H Irish
The Bayfield County Court at Washburn will examine and adjust all claims against Abraham U Astrom deceased of Port Wing. Creditors must present claims by six months from May 2 1908 for examination and allowance. By the Court.
A Washburn Wisconsin testimonial promotes Doan's Kidney Pills as a cure for backache kidney pain and cloudy secretions. John Sands says after four boxes his pain is gone and secretions cleared. price 50 cents, Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY, agents for US. Doan's ointment also advertised for piles with quick relief by druggists.
County Judge W. H. Irish and Municipal Judges A. M. Warden and Second Municipal Court Sauve Sheriff A. B. Severson Clerk N. M. Scar Treasurer John Freseth, Register of Deeds Nels Myre, Clerk of Circuit Court F. F. A. Bell, District Attorney E. O. Alverd, Superintendent of Schools Miss J. Smith, Coroner H. G. Mertens, and Surveyor Hugo Nelson.
Reverend Chr. Christopherson of the Norwegian Lutheran church announces weekly services in Norwegian at 10 30 a m and 7 45 p m Sunday School at noon Thursday prayer at 8 00 p m and auxiliary meetings for the Ladies Aid and Helping Hand on alternating Wednesdays. Sunday evening services alternate language with English on the third Sunday.
Health Coffee from Dr. Shoop of Racine Wisconsin is a grain based coffee substitute with malt and nuts. It claims to fool experts yet contains no real coffee and is sold by Geo. W. Posey.
An advertisement touts Burdock Blood Bitters as a remedy for impure blood, claiming it strengthens digestion, liver function, and bowel activity while purifying the bloodstream. The copy emphasizes that poor digestion and sluggish organs cause illness and that the product offers a cleansing, health-boosting effect.
An advertisement from a Chicago wholesale and mail order house seeks an assistant manager of any gender for this county and adjoining territory. Salary offered is $20 weekly plus paid expenses with advance expense money. Work is pleasant and permanent with no investment or experience required. Spare time valued. Apply with self addressed envelope to Superintendent at 132 Lake St, Chicago Illinois.
Notice to customers announces Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds and lung troubles is not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug law as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs and is recommended as a safe remedy for children and adults by Q. W. Frost.
A signed guarantee from Fox Bros offering a refund on a 50 cent bottle of Green's warranted Syrup of Tar if it fails to cure a cough or cold and a 25 cent bottle to prove satisfactory or money refunded.
Unity Supply Co. seeks men to advertise and distribute sample mail order catalogues in Chicago Illinois. Position offers earnings of 90 dollars per month and requires mailing or distribution work through Dept P.
A. M. Ake of Wood Indiana reports years of severe lung hemorrhages and ineffective medical care before using Foley's Honey and Tar. He says his lungs are now sound and urges its use in advanced lung troubles while warning against substitutes.
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