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Newspaper

Washburn Times

Location

Washburn, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1908

Page

8

Local officials confer as Bayfield politics loom

District Atty. Alvord and County Judge Irish of Washburn visit the city to transact business. Miss Bertha Herbert, now studying art in Europe, has been admitted to the Solon Des Artestes Francais in Paris. Mr. and Mrs. Forsberg depart for Sweden. Bayfield County politics show no firm plans yet for the fall elections and city residents urge Bayfield representation and candidacies for county offices. Debs is mentioned in regard to socialist nomination decisions.

Alvord Irish Washburn Bertha Herbert Italy Paris Solon Des Artestes Francais Miss Herbert Julius Forsberg Sweden Forsberg Bayfiel Bayfield County Bayfield

Population’s Push for Record Corn Acreage in Bayfield County

The Pioneer notes farmer George S. Barnes plans a 70 acre corn expansion, aiming to set a regional record in Bayfield County as frost history favors consistent yields. Eben Olson of Port Wing announces a portable mill venture to process hardwood logs into timber for the Battleaxe line. Mark Hessey sells his Iron River Bank stock to John A. and George L. Pettingill, giving them control of the institution.

Bayfield County George S. Barnes Barnes Iowa Eben Olson Eben Olson & Co Port Wing Olson Mark Hessey Iron River Bank John A George L. Pettingill Mr. Hessey Messrs. Pettingill

Midnight Visitor Takes Watch in Mean Trick

In his hometown a pawnbroker suffers a rude wake up when a midnight visitor demands the time. The intruder insists he has been disrupted and points to the pawnbroker as the one who knocked him, claiming the watch is owed. The scene ends with the man of many nephews left stunned by the exchange.

Bluebeard Romance of the Chevalier Raoul origins

The piece recounts Bluebeard’s French origins tied to Giles de Laval lord of Raiz and his 15th century role as marshal of France. It notes accusations of murder for occult rites and links the tale to a broader familiar web of legend and sensational questions from periodicals.

Bluebeard France Raoul Giles de Laval Raiz

Weight of Good Nature in Home and Circle

A homely essay urges weighing kindness over harshness at home. It stresses duties of women beyond cooking, valuing hospitality, education, culture, and practical management to shape a virtuous, genteel household. It champions courage in opinion, steady conduct, and true culture as the path to happiness and noble character.

Be Up and Doing and Break the Bar of Despondency

A call to action over gloom urging immediate work and cheerful effort. It extols leaving the arm chair, starting with any job, and building energy through small steps toward larger gains. It promises progress from first tasks to eventual success and self-improvement.

The Girl You Like Poem Reflection

A verse praising an ideal partner who is thoughtful, tolerant, and pleasant in all weather and settings. The piece highlights tact, modesty, warmth, and genuine charm that elevate everyday life and foster affection. It contrasts with aggressive types and demi monde affectations.

Orino Laxative Syrup Endorsed for Women and Children

Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup praised for mild action and pleasant taste as a gentler alternative to harsh purgatives. A booklet and sample are available from Q. W. Frost for women and children.

Q. W. Frost

Washburn Land Company v Walworth notice

State of Wisconsin in Bayfield County circuit court issues summons to defendant C. D. Walworth in the case filed by Washburn Land Company. The notice directs appearance and response within the specified legal period.

State OF Wisconsin Bayfield County C. D. Walworth State of Wisconsin A. W. McLeod P. O Washburn Bayfield Co Wis

Health Coffie and Remedies Advertised by Dr Shop

An advertisement praises Health Coffie made from toasted grains by Dr Shop of Racine Wisconsin as a fast coffee substitute sold by Geo W Posey. It also promotes Burdock Blood Bitters and Deans Regulats for digestion and blood purification and advertises Book No 4 For Women with Night Cure suppositories and free confidential medical advice from Dr Shoop Racine Wisconsin.

Shop Racine Wis Shoops Fidential

Foley's Kidney Cure Praised by Local Buyer

Mr 8 Joyce of 180 Sullivan Street in Clarenant New Hampshire reports purchasing Foley's Kidney Cure about a year ago. He says it cured a long standing kidney condition and he highly recommends it. Q v Frost.

Joyce Sullivan St Clarenant N. H Foley Q. v. Frost

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