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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1912
Page
4
The Marshfield eld. Times published by Marshfield Times Co. record indicates regular publication by the local paper publisher within the period shown.
Miss Helen Gray of New York endures a raging Gulf Stream voyage aboard the Tagus as the Bermuda arrival lingers 24 hours. Passengers endure list, roll, and smoke fears while waves toss the ship. The episode ends with Miss Gray dismissing concern as the vessel battles the fire rumor.
A local resident warns that horse owners should stop feeding lump sugar as fear grows that poisoners are at large. She recalls carrying sugar on walks to feed horses but now avoids it amid concerns of tainted sugar and potential blame if a horse is harmed.
At Keynsham Workhouse near Bristol the chaplain described Sunday talks with tramp inmates. He gave them a religious slant and noted mixed reactions with some hiding in attics or attempting to sneak into the bathroom, while others welcomed him. The chaplain was urged to continue the program.
A famous Fourth Avenue bank er sits in a downtown restaurant eating mush and milk. A companion asks what’s the matter and urges enjoyment, while the dyspeptic diner quips that meals are merely guide-posts to take medicine, before or after, reflecting Pittsburgh Post humor.
A fragmentary dialogue fragment shows a speaker insisting on blame shifting within a union of relationships. The speaker asserts that another party bears responsibility for past faults while acknowledging a recent focus on tempering unruly behavior. The passage hints at tension over accountability and control.
A curious family dispute centers on an uncle and his executor. Qwele Dullboover allegedly left pension funds to the speaker while the uncle claims the insurance policy favors him. The exchange hints at contested claims and potential legal action.
Chicago march 27 a jury found the Chicago packers not guilty on charges under the Sherman anti trust law from 1907 to 1919 after a ten year legal battle. Defendants included J Ogden Armour Arthur Meeker Louis F Swift and others. The trial recalled earlier prosecutions and immunity rulings by Judge Humphrey and leadership changes within Armour Swift and National Packing companies.
Washington. That the tariff board in it a report to cOMETORS on the wool schedule proceeded on an entirely erroneous theory and that its report was untenable is the conclusion of the Cereeratie members of the ways and means committees of the house as set forth in a report prepared by Chairman Underwood in connection with the reintroduction of the wool bill placing 20 per cent ad valorem on raw wool. This bill after sight revision to conferences last summer was vetoed by President Taft, who gave as principal reason for exercise of the veto power that the tacit board had made no report on the subject. Last December the Board reported and the Democratic members of the ways and means committee, after an analysis of this report, reintroduced the old bill, claiming that there was nothing in that report to justify any change.
Warren Avenue Baptist Church leader Herbert S. Johnson said a former convict in his parish told him two men were paid 200 dollars each to break into his home. He warned he would defend his house with a shotgun loaded with pepper spray and fire.
Dean Walter T. Sumner of the Cathedral of Peter and Paul announced that no marriages would be performed after April 7 without a physician certificate. The certificate must prove normal mental and physical soundness and show no incurable or communicable disease. He said fewer marriages may occur, but those held will have greater meaning.
New York delegates favored Roosevelt lost in state primaries where regular Republican organization backed Taft. Roosevelt allies plan appeal to Gov Dix for a second New York primary, arguing ballots were insufficient. A new primary could cost about 150000. Meanwhile in Indiana Taft won a convention endorsement and the delegation at large to Chicago.
Three perished as a blaze spread from basement to roof of the four story Fall River fire hotel on West Street. Two of four injured were dragged out and may die. Victims include Mrs O Bral ley who ran the hotel and died before help arrived. Bodies of a man and wife were found. Patrick McNathara was taken to hospital dying.
An unidentified shooter fired at Mayor H M Senriver from a distant building window but missed. Rioters clashed with police at Rock Island City Hall as militiamen and deputies moved to restore order amid a wider disturbance tied to editor John Looney's criticisms.
The joint army and navy board approved the Maine relics distribution and the Washington navy yard will honor requisitions from municipalities groups and individuals. About sixty applicants have not yet accepted their relics or agreed to pay packing and shipping. The Naval Academy museum will display many relics with some going to the National Museum and others permanently to the Navy Department Library.
Major Herman Glafcke a Wyoming pioneer died at his Cheyenne home from pneumonia. He was among the territory’s first secretaries and acted as governor from 1870 to 1874. For almost two decades until 1887 he edited the Cheyenne Leader and later served as revenue collector. He fought with a Connecticut regiment in the Civil War. The widow four sons and one daughter survive.
Milwaukee March 27 Emil Seidel the Socialist mayor was exonerated after a long session by a city council committee of five Socialists who found no malfeasance in office. The charge claimed suppressed information to justify higher taxes on favored taxpayers and the council confirmed the committee report.
An Ance gorge 40 feet high formed on the Mississippi River 12 miles south of Keokuk floods Gregory Missouri. Residents flee to Canton eight miles south as four houses reportedly float downstream. The river widens to nine miles, and through trains between Keokuk and St. Louis are halted. Several miles of the Chicago Burlington & Quincy railroad track washed away.
In Buffalo on March 8 a large blaze gutted Mas-ten Park high school, one of the city’s leading institutions. Authorities believe all the children escaped unharmed as flames swept through the building.
Madison March 28 Wisconsin suffragist leaders for more than six months have violated the corrupt practices act by failing to file expense statements. Attorney General Levi H Bancraft issued an opinion holding woman propaganda relates to a constitutional amendment and falls under the act’s limitations. Antisuffragists also present accounts for money spent opposing the measure.
Tax officials expect to disregard the moot question as the Supreme Court weighs public salaries against income tax. Madison argues Bancroft contends salaries fixed by the constitution may be exempt, while the state tax commission plans to assess all such salaries.
Madison Governor McGovern announced he is considering naming a woman to the state board of agriculture as soon as the new apportionment law takes effect on April 1. He has received several applications from women across the state and did not disclose any appointment details. He will also appoint successors to four members whose terms expired on January 1.
In Madison a committee of pea packing interests met with the state industrial commission to seek concessions in enforcing the hours law for women and girls. The proposal argues longer hours are needed to avoid large financial losses, while representatives said the law cannot be changed or relaxed.
Johanna 113565 the world's champion cow owned by CGA Schroeder of Thiely died of blood poisoning. At two she gained fame by yielding 513.7 pounds of milk and 25.8 pounds of butter in a seven day test. Breeders valued her as the world's top Molstein-Fresian cow and offers of 5400 were refused.
In Menomonie the bid of Speaker Charles A. Ingrem for the Republican nomination in Wisconsin’s Tenth district is announced. He will face incumbent Secretary of State James A. Frear of Hudson and Assemblyman J. C. Gilbertson of Fan Claire, both currently in the field.
Juneau mayor John G. Buch hinder dies after a weeklong illness. serving his second term, he was a prominent member of the cud Dodge county bar.
Two tramps reported a broken rail on the Northwestern road at Sheboygan Falls, averting a wreck. The discovery prompted alert workers and saved the train from disaster. Local authorities investigated the incident and commended the observers for their quick action.
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