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Newspaper
Washburn Times
Location
Washburn, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1908
Page
7
In the barracks the regiment lines up for a church parade but the church is under repair and can only hold half. The colonel directs the sergeant major to let those who do not wish to attend fall out on the reverse flank, about half do so, then orders the rest to march to church since they need it most.
A fragmentary collage features Coleridge on a good great man and wealth contrasts, plus an urban anecdote about education urging civil engineers, and a humorous dialogue about giant ants trained as beasts of burden, ending with a punchline about elephants.
A man notices a young woman sharing his grip on a station bus and moves it to his feet. She later realizes the theft as she reads and forcefully reclaims it. The owner apologizes and asks to retrieve his pipe and nightshirt, noting she may keep the rest.
A housekeeper finds a man dozing in the parlor while compiling an inventory. An empty bottle lies nearby as he sleeps on the sofa, yet the record remains with a single line stating one revolving carpet.
A clergyman visits a neighboring town and entrusts his curate to preach. After hearing the curate, the clergyman asks his wife for her opinion and is told the sermon was the poorest she ever heard. Later the curate explains he preached one of the unused sermons.
A prosecuting attorney presses a woman witness for her name and age. She refuses, saying it is none of the court’s business. The judge insists, arguing about impartiality and truth in relation to age as a factor, while the exchange reveals tension over testimony.
In court a prosecutor threats of contempt lead to a defendant’s defiant reply. The witness imitates the prosecutor, refuses to answer about her age, and declares public sentiment supports women’s rights. The judge and prosecutor drop the question as the matter ends.
A woman asked Abraham Lincoln for a sentiment and autograph. Lincoln replied promptly advising that writing to a stranger for a letter should include a postage stamp. The note ends with the autograph A LINCOLN.
A young apprentice in a small town newspaper mistakes a supposed story for a major scoop. He asks the New York telegraph editor about sending it as a column. The editor demands six hundred words and dismisses the longer version, sparking a humorous exchange about brevity.
A German professor disciplines a visiting child for disobedience causing his wife to discover the child was not theirs. The anecdote shifts to Pat’s misreading of wedding wishes with a quip about troubles becoming little babies. Both pieces reflect light humor from period sources.
A hostess recalls Kipling the dog causing a ruckus at a luncheon. He jumped at a waitress, seized cake from a sideboard, dragged it to the parlor, left crumbs on the sofa and rug, then sat and glared until the guest asked if she meant Mr Rudyard Kipling.
A mother asks a physician of a bygone era to care for her ailing baby. He prescribes castor oil. When she objects that castor oil is old fashioned, the doctor replies that babies themselves are old fashioned things.
A Harvard student devoted to spelling reform asked President Eliot to rename his doctorate as F D, suggesting philosophy be spelled with an f. Eliot agreed, joking that he could make it D F instead, reflecting the reform.
State of Wisconsin Bayfield County foreclosure notice states Washburn Loan and Building Association will sell at public vendue the lots 23 and 24 in block 27 in Washburn city. Sale by sheriff A B Severson and attorney John Walsh scheduled for April 11 1908 at 10 in the forenoon at the courthouse front door.
State of Wisconsin In County Court Bayfield County probate notice sets March 3 1908 at 10 am for Joseph Denning of Beaver Dam to apply as administrator of Michael Denning late of Iron River. The hearing occurs at the Bayfield County Court House Washburn by order of the court dated February 4 1908.
Department of the Interior land office at Wausau Wisconsin gives Gjert Gjertson of Washburn a final five year proof for Homestead Entry No. 5617 filed Oct 28 1902 in section 12 township 48 range 6 west. Proof date March 10 1908 before Washburn circuit court clerk. Witnesses Ole Liam And Lingren Sievert Jackson Peter Larson of Washburn Wisconsin. John W Miller Register.
The undersigned offer a money back refund for a 50 cent bottle if it fails to cure cough or cold and a 25 cent bottle to prove satisfaction or receive a full refund. Fox Bros guarantee customer protection and satisfaction on Green's Syrup of Tarif.
An illustrated 40 page trap guide with 46 wild animals in natural colors. Includes fur calendar and gun and trap catalog with prices for hides and furs. Postpaid for 10 cents stamps or free to those who ship to the Fur Dept Minneapolis Minnesota. There's nothing so good for pain as Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil.
County Officers list includes County Judge W H Irish Municipal Judge A M Warden Municipal Judge Second Municipal Court Sative Sheriff A B Severson Clerk N M Oscar Treasurer John Freseth Register of Deeds Nels Myhre Clerk of Circuit Court F A Bell District Attorney E C Alverd Superintendent of Schools Miss J Smith Coroner H G Mertens Surveyor Hugo Nelson Located in county government directory listing roles and names.
City officials announced include Mayor M. M. Sweet Treasurer C. A. Lamoreaux Clerk H. P. Axelberg Assessor J. N. Kinney and Chief of Police QO. Wescott.
A partial listing shows N.N. Oscar as president with W. H. Irish as vice president and Bryan as secretary. additional names include W. H. Irish, Charles Peterson, Mrs. Wm. O'Neil, 8. A. Oscar, E Bryan, and Mrs. James A. Sheridan.
An advertisement claims Dr Shoop's Health coffee fools tasters by imitating real coffee but contains no actual coffee. It is said to be made from toasted grains malt and nuts with a quick preparation time and a price of 14 pounds for 25 cents, credited to Geo. W. Posey.
A brief ad states Dean's Ointment rapidly halts eczema spread, relieves itching, and claims permanent cure available at any drug store.
Wanted by Chicago wholesale and mail order house assistant manager for this county and adjoining territory. Salary two dollars and expenses paid weekly, expense money advanced. Work pleasant permanent. No investment or experience required. Spare time valuable. Write for particulars with self addressed envelope to General Manager 134 E Lake St Chicago.
Pastor J R Weise invites all to attend Sunday worship at 10 45 a m and 7 30 p m Sabbath School at noon and the Christian Endeavor service at 6 30 p m. All are cordially united.
Reverend Christian son pastor announces weekly services every Sunday at 10 30 a m and 7 45 p m with Sunday School at noon Prayer meeting Thursday 8 00 p m and Ladies Aid Society and Helping Hand Society meetings on alternating Wednesdays. Sunday evening services alternate language.
The ad claims when stomach nerves fail indigestion occurs and promises rapid health return by using Dr Shoop's Restorative. It asserts restores weak heart and kidney nerves, relieves pains and palpitations, and warns against drugs. A simple test will prove effectiveness. All dealers.
Wanted men to advertise and distribute sample Mail Order Merchandise Catalogues. Earn $90 per month. Address Unity Supply Co Dept P Chicago Illinois.
Notice states Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and lung troubles contains no opiates or harmful drugs. It is recommended as a safe remedy for children and adults by Q. W. Frost.
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