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Newspaper
Washburn Times
Location
Washburn, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1901
Page
2
J H Stokes inherits fifty thousand dollars but must serve two more years in Waupun prison after convictions for burglary and robbery in Dane and nearby counties. Identified by multiple aliases, he awaits release to claim the fortune and reform.
In Racine on Memorial Day, Mrs Ferdinand Honeychurch, 20, attempted suicide after her husband refused to take her to a picnic. She first obtained morphine from a drug store, then, after her husband thwarted her, bought a second bottle and swallowed it at home while he socialized with friends.
William Zinczkewer of Three Lakes Wisconsin reports $560 stolen from a trunk in his bedroom while he was fishing. His house was left with his young daughter. Two strangers are suspected of the theft.
In Madison on June 4 Judge Bunn will decide if state fish and game laws apply to Indians on reservations. United States District Attorney Wheeler filed habeas corpus in the case of John Blackbird, seeking guidance on the legal reach of state regulations.
In Tron Belt Wisconsin on June 3 John Lamont and Andrew Somzak were buried by a mine collapse. Lamont was rescued after eleven hours but died an hour later while Somzak was found dead at the scene.
Memorial Day in Menomonie featured grave decorations and a bronze monument donated by the W R C. Post Commander Diedrich spoke in acceptance as about 2000 attendees gathered. A parade followed to Riverdale Park where Attorney General E R Hicks of Oshkosh delivered an address.
Eli Pederson of Primrose Dane county has been appointed to succeed W C Peterson of Oregon as state treasury agent. The fee office yields about $2000 annually. Pederson is chairman of his hometown and of the Dane county Republican committee and a longtime supporter of Governor La Follette.
In Tomahawk Wisconsin on June 1 a smallpox dispute arose between the town health department and railway physicians after a patient was brought in by Milwaukee Road car. Local officials refused care, and the coach where he was found was moved to a sidetrack and used as a temporary pesthouse.
Lang-Hills company of Menomonie has contracted to build a dam across the Flambeau river at Ladysmith, county seat of Gates county, for Menasha Woodenware. The structure will include nine circle-foot gates, one thirty-foot log-sluicing gate, two rubbish sluices, and nine head gates with iron racks and geared hoists. The dam length is 370 feet with a 15 foot head, adjustable to 18 feet.
The Chicago Tribune notes a clash between Dick and Daisy ended with reconciliation. A large man defends his stance, claiming he represents a family of eleven daughters and would rather quarrel than kiss another woman at the counter. Crowds observed the exchange and questioned the man’s size and purpose.
Miss Maude Dickens of Parsons Kansas reports eight years of severe asthma with recent life threatening attacks. She praises Foley's Honey and Tar for immediate relief and notes it is sold by Owen Frost & Co.
West Prairie resident Allen Halversen says Foley's Kidney Care draws customers from ten miles away while J A Spero of Helmer hails it as a medical wonder. A O Blanchard claims kidney relief after five years of illness using Foley's Kidney Cure, sold by Owen Frost & Co. Ira D Reckard reports Banner Salve healing a severely burned leg in three weeks and urges families to keep it on hand. sold by Owen Frost & Co.
Caution advertising copy urges consumers to buy genuine Cascarets Candy Cathartic with C C C stamp. Warns against substitutes imitations counterfeit sales not offered in bulk and stresses availability through druggists.
A collage of quotes from Philadelphia Record Chicago Record Herald and Philadelphia Press shows witty exchanges about appearances, manners and kissing solicita tions. The pieces portray social norms and flirtations in early 20th century press style.
A listed roll names County Judge Benton and Sheriff Lien along with clerks treasurer and register of deeds. Also named are Clerk of Circuit Court F A Bell District Attorney A W McLeod Superintendent of Schools Miss J Smith Coroner Dr H G Lampson and Surveyor O D F Glover.
Fire swept the R. Connor company mill yards at Auburndale Marshfield Wisconsin yesterday and caused about seven thousand dollars in damage. Aid was sought from Marshfield and Stevens Point which dispatched help promptly.
A historical advertisement touts a treatment to rebuild kidney walls and restore natural function, calling it a cure for urinary troubles with no equal. The product is sold in varying prices 10 25 50 cents by Owen Frost & Co., dispensing druggists in Washburn Wisconsin.
An advertisement offers free sample bottles of Boschee's German Syrup to any adult with chest cold bronchitis throat or lung troubles who visits Owen Prost Co. One bottle per person and none to children without parental order. Claims it is the only trusted lung remedy endorsed by physicians and mentions a 75 cent bottle for proof of value. Also promotes Green's Prize Almanac and druggists stock worldwide.
The Annual Meeting of the B P O KE will be held in Milwaukee from July 23 to 25. For the Omaha occasion, tickets will be sold from Wasburn to Milwaukee and return at 9.70 dollars. Tickets go on sale July 22 to 25 and are valid for return until July 27.
An promotional note describes nightly head movements to shape the neck and recommends Rocky Mountain Tea as a short cut to a graceful form. The item is sold by Owen for 35 cents.
William Woodard of Decatur Iowa reports years of kidney disease and credits Foley’s Kidney Cure with full recovery after using four one dollar bottles. He endorses the remedy and says he would recommend it to anyone with kidney trouble, noting Owen Frost & Co. as the seller.
A card from Fox Bros Pharmacy states refunds for Greene's Warranted Syrup of Tar if it fails to cure coughs or colds. The agreement also offers a 25 cent bottle to prove satisfact ory or money refunded.
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