Bayfield society notes and regional visits
Mrs. A J Mussell visited Washburn friends. Miss Ida Tetzder spent Sunday with relatives in Washburn. Joe Vallincourt visited his family in Washburn. Rev Lathrop passed through on return to Ashland from La Pointe. Sherburn Becker of Milwaukee announced for governor. Frank Smith returned from the Bahamas praising Bayfield. L M Dickerson and family from Duluth visited old friends. Mrs Emerson sister of two locals arrived to spend the summer. Miss Katherine Mussell visited Washburn. Abe Rockwood and Chief of Police Allen visited Washburn on business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Mussell
Washburn
Ida Tetzder
Joe Vallincourt
Rev. Lathrop
la Pointe
Ashland
Frank Smith
Bahamas
Bayfield
L. M. Dickerson
Duluth
Emerson
A. G. LaBonte
H. J. Conlin
Katherine Mussell
Abe Rockwood
Allen
Local Land Deals And Forest Fires Mark Iron River Week
Pioneer Harry Fuller bought the Hessey farm east of Iron River, a 200 acre property with cleared land and buildings for about 5000 dollars. George Weir began a berry and fruit operation north of the railroad right of way, planting 6000 strawberries and 1000 in a propagating bed, with plans to add potatoes and vegetables. Ed Hunter returned from Michigan after his mother's illness, while nearby forest fires damaged timber and filled the air with smoke and ashes, though the city remained safe from spread.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Fuller
Mark Hessey
George Wier
N. P. Rights-Way
Weir
George Mitchell
Ed. Hunter
Michigan
What Boys Think They Should Be Like In Society
A provocative piece contrasts careless young male behavior with the consequences. It warns that adopting flirtatious, dishonest, and loud conduct will ruin futures, while the well informed woman avoids gossip and vulgar comparisons.
Fish Creek Community Notes On Land Sales And Local Life
Hans Peterson and team work in Benoit while Frank Washmiski and Ole Smith clear land for Nels Ledin. Carl Kallgren visited Ashland and Bay Field. Miss Anna Ledin teaches in Cornucopia and was home over Sunday. John Olander Sr. is sick. John P. Olander buys farmland from Keystone Lbr Co in section 28. Local buyers from Chicago look at land. D M Maxcy also lists land. The community highlights a new church and school near Fishcreek settlement with talk of steady work and independence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Washmiski
Ole Smith
Nels E. Ledin
Carl Kallgren
Ashland
Washburn
Bayfield
Anna Ledin
Cornucopia
John P. Olander
E. Brodin
Chicago
Keystone Lbr. Co
D.M. Maxcy
Fishcreek Settlement
Steamer Mary Scott Schedules With Rail Links
The Mary Scott steamer from Ashland connects with morning New York Pacific lines at 6 15 a m and 7 15 a m with Washburn trains. Afternoon and evening boats link Ashland with Washburn and Duluth trains. Captain John E Doherty, manager, lists new phone 141 No 7 Fifield Place Ashland Wisconsin.
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Ashland
Washburn
N. P
Omaha
Duluth
W.C.O
N. W
John E. Doherty
Fifield Place
Wisconsin
Local Briefs Highlight Purchases And Appointments In Area
From our Correspondent G S Barnes of Barnes Wis bought a French coach stallion from Drummond Stock farm Cable for the season the horse will stay at Hubbard s livery barn. Albert Johnson grocer added a large residence addition soon to be painted. Steckbauer saw mill resumed after a break. Rev John Gibson and wives left for a Congregational convention at Ladysmith. Drummond basketball beat Iron River 15 5. Mrs Herrington to host Ladies Aid next Thursday. Ten Nights in the Bar Room played at Opera House to fair attendance. Thos O Toole Eau Claire Hotel installing new timbers. Fish fry reported in streams feeding Iron River. Judge Savage and H Lund improved fences on their properties. Weaver of Ashland returned home from Joe Fouchie s employ. Joe Darwin and wife visited Lake View parents. Ben Runkle Washburn visiting friends plans sheriff bid. State factory inspector Peterson in town checking school attendance. Lalond and Provencial did business at Washburn. Mrs Geo Urquhart transacted business in Washburn. Chas Sullivan family moved to farm. Dentist Johnson did business in Lake Nebagamon. G S Beames and Dr Patterson made trips to Brainard St Paul Brule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. S. Barnes
Barnes
Wis
Drummond
Cable
Hubbard
Albert Johnson
Grocers
Steckbauer
John Gibson
Gibson
Wm. Holford
Ladyswith
Iron River High School
Geo. Urquhart
Washburn
Chas. Sullivan
Dentist Johnson
Lake Nebagmon
One Minute Gough Cure For Coughs
An old medical note touts a quick remedy by Gough claimed to cure coughs codes and group ailments in a minute. The ad emphasizes rapid relief and broad applicability without clinical proof.
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Gough
Co'ds
None Provided
A compact moral reflection on a son who defies his mother through vice, tarnishing family trust and risking harm to his mother’s honor. It notes the contrast between outward stiffness and inward corruption, warning of consequences for harmful behavior toward a parent.
The Teaching of Children and the Great Power Behind Goodness
The speaker argues for teaching children to believe in unselfishness and kindness as timeless forces beyond senses. Goodness, unloved and unseen, underpins all pleasant things and originates from a great Power from whom all things come.
Well assorted marriages and home virtue warned
A moral discussion asserts that unsuitable marriages produce quarrelsome, ill tempered children who carry a harmful home atmosphere into future generations, repeating the cycle of unhappy families and poor upbringing.
Let the Boys Make Themselves Rise To Wealth
The piece argues that future fortunes come from pluck energy and smart work. It urges giving boys a simple English education and then letting them act for themselves, rather than overprotective parenting. It stresses initiative, opportunity, and personal responsibility in the race for wealth.
Home Charm and Kind Words Brighten the Household
A single bitter word quiets a family for a day while a surly glance casts gloom. A smile, like sunshine, lights up hours, and kind words and gentle actions bring freshness and beauty. Humble homes feel loved when sweetness fills the space, turning the heart toward home despite worldly tumults.
Unconscious Meal: John Muir Breaks Bread While Story Tells
During a meal John Muir, famed author and rancher, kept talking and breaking off bread as his story flowed. His friend finally asked what to order, and Muir replied he had eaten all he wanted, calling the bread bully.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Muir
Muir
Mr. Muir
Bookman
Large Thumbs Reveal Character and Leadership Traits
Irving R Bacon says people with large thumbs are practical natural rulers who favor usefulness and history. He notes a large thumbed man likely becomes a leader, while a large thumbed woman may marry for financial security but can be a steadfast partner in hardship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irving R. Bacon
New York Journal
Bible Reader's Progress From Bible to Newspapers
An elderly Florida man eager to read the Bible learns to read with a friend's help. Later, his wife reports the man has moved from reading the Bible to reading newspapers, illustrating his rapid literacy gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida
Fanny
Ile
Indianapolis
Not Lazy Comic Quip On Public Money Separation
A Washington Herald cheekily quotes a dialogue about separating the public from its money. The exchange features two voices debating effort versus clever trickery and public gullibility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Herald
Health Coffie and Liver Health Remedies Advert
Health Coffie substitute praised by Dr Shoop of Racine Wisconsin as a quick made in a minute beverage from toasted grains and malt with nuts claiming to fool coffee experts. Also promoted Burdock Blood Bitters for blood purification and Dean's Regulats for constipation with a 25 cent box price. urges readers to ask their druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shoop
Racine
Wis
Geo. W. Posey
Dean
Night Cure advertised for weak women by Dr Shoop
An advertisement for Book No. 4 For Women promotes Dr Shoop Night Cure antiseptic suppositories as soothing and healing. The ad claims confidential medical advice is free and notes the Night Cure is sold by all dealers with Dr Shoop listed in Racine Wisconsin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shoops
Shoop
Racine
Wis
Mrs Joyce Praises Foley’s Kidney Cure in New Hampshire
Mrs Joyce of 180 Sullivan Street Claremont New Hampshire writes that about a year ago she bought two bottles of Foley’s Kidney Cure. It cured a severe long standing kidney trouble and she recommends it as a grand medicine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joyce
Sullivan’ St
Claremont
N. H
Foley
Q. W. Frost
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Milwaukee
Sherbie
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Benoit
Mary Scott
Washburn Commercial City Dock Dock
G. S. Beames
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Brainard
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Lodge Directory
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Washburo Assembly
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H. P. Axelberg
Odd Fellows Hall
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Nels N. Oscar
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C. R. Alma Sowder
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Bay View
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