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Newspaper
Washburn Times
Location
Washburn, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1906
Page
4
The Washburn Wisconsin paper dated June 14, 1906 notes editor Nels M. Oscar and printer Washburn Printing Co. It lists annual subscription price and advertising rate information, and states post office entry as second class mail matter.
Wisconsin law prohibits sale or manufacture of fire crackers with dynamite chlorate or potash and limits ordinary gunpowder crackers. Violators face fines or imprisonment. The issue to attract industry continues with Larson’s factory and the Peerless logging road may be torn up. Ashland Advancement Association urges Northern Pacific to buy the road or frontage. A July Fourth celebration is urged by the Commercial Club. Flag Day proclaimed by Governor Davidson for June 14.
The I S W A state convention plans to meet in Chippewa Falls Wis attracting eight to ten thousand people. Local members are urged to push to host the 1907 convention honoring the city and its status. The issue also features Secretary Fairall of the North Wisconsin Farmers Association on good roads.
H Fama urges county and state action to build roads across Bayfield and Iron River areas to connect Oulu and Washburn. He cites federal and state plans for funding, and highlights the North Wisconsin Farmers Association push for more and better highways to attract settlers and support agriculture. The letter defends editorial themes and urges prompt legislative steps.
Mechat offers free eye testing by first class optician. The ad promotes Kodol For Dyspepsia to relieve indigestion and related symptoms, claiming it restores a healthy stomach and reduces worry. Sold by M. M. Sweet.
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