County Seat Discusses Marshfield Race Meet and Fairs
The Marshfield Times reports local interest in establishing race meets and agricultural fairs in Marshfield. Citizens propose a west side race track for the fair and races, supported by Wood County’s agricultural society and Marshfield’s enterprise. Also noted are notes on river log piracy by lumber pirates and a new post office stamp envelope issue with four denominations and distinct designs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wood County
Grand Rapids
Wood
Marshfield
South End
Franklin
Washington
Gen. Grant
Easter edition of the Wausau Daily Record noted
The Wausau Daily Record released a special twelve page Easter edition with a beautified illuminated cover. The issue was well edited and rich in advertising and a credit to the publishers. Gov La Follette issued a proclamation naming Arbor Day, with annual tree and bird protection exercises planned in nearly every Wisconsin town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wausau Daily Record
la Follette
Magist
Wisconsin
Hoop Factory Crew to Work in Woods
Carroll Heath plans to hire a crew of hoop-makers from Michigan and move families to the work site. Charley Tungiort travels to recruit twelve to fifteen men, with work expected year round cutting black ash. Heath aims to maximize production from a large local supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carroll Heath
Charley Tungiort
Michigan
Mr. Heath
Athens
Unclaimed Mail At Marshfield Post Office 1903
The Marshfield post office reports uncalled letters including Barkas Mrs Wm Braseman Bur kie Burgly Rose Collingbourne F W Dame Anton Packlem Herman Gesehert Mary Lobermier Mrs Louis Korb Mrs E Koon Charlie Nichels Emil Nockels Francois Beterson Mrs Alma Potter H W Sullivan J A Thomas Mrs Nettie Waite Geo L Wenning Jos Weih Blieze Williams Mrs Tonathas Williams D D 1903. A notice asks recipients to say advertised when calling. Also mentions Ladies Travel Class election of officers and an April 13 program with readings and topics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshfield
Barkas
Braseman Burkie
Burgly Rose
Collingbourne
F. W
Dame Anton
Packlem Herman
Gesehert Mary
Lobermier
Louis
Korb
Koon Charlie
Nichels Emil
Nockels Francois
Beterson
Alma
Potter H.W
Sullivan J. A
Thomas
Net
Robbed the Grave by Electric Bitters Claim
John Oliver of Philadelphia describes a life saved by Electric Bitters after three doctors gave him up. He credits one bottle with a noticeable improvement and three weeks of use left him well, urging others to try them at Sexton Bros. drug store for 50 cents guaranteed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mississippi Valley Lumberman
John Oliver
Philadelphia
Sexton Bros. Dings
Marshfield notes and regional happenings in Wisconsin
Local items report factory output at Upham Co and Stave mill, bid for Marshfield butter, and plans for Neillsville Marshfield rail links. A Spencers house stands vacant amid community chatter, with calls for a Grand Army post and upcoming April weather forecasts. Excursion deals to St Louis and Denver promoted by the Chicago and North Western Railway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C.&n
St. Louis
North-Western Line
Chicago & North
Western Ray
Chicago & North-Western Railway
Colorado
Christian Endeavor
Denver
W. B. Kiniskern
Chicago
Postoffice Hours and Holiday Closings
Hours for the postoffice listed as weekdays from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sundays 11 15 to 12 15 with holiday closings at 10 30 a.m. Money order office closes at 6 p.m. Joan F Core Postmaster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan F. Core
Mrs Baker Arrested For Fraud In Orphan Fund Scam
Mrs J S Walter Baker, once general overseer of the Sacred Refuge at Duluth, found guilty of obtaining money under false pretenses. She traveled from Duluth to Superior then Wisconsin posing as head of a large Zenith City orphanage and collected funds from Hudson residents. Earlier reports note her soliciting for an orphan fund in this city about four years ago and prior trouble with similar schemes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. S. Walter Baker
Duluth
Superior
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Best for All Wounds
A brief ad touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the best remedy for burns, sores, bruises, cuts, ulcers, eruptions, and piles. It promises thorough cleansing and healing, price 25 cents, with satisfaction guaranteed by Benton Bros. Druggists. Also a short notice invites services from Frank L. Zweck, a jeweler offering watch and clock repair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
Bex
Ton Bros
Will of Barthly Prumlar probate in Wisconsin county court
First published notice from Wood County Wisconsin probate court states Margie Trohlars petition to admit will of Barthly Prumlar deceased to probate under Wisconsin law. Orders set May jh, 1965, for hearing before County Judge Conway and require publication of this order in a local paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Proba
St Ul Wigronsin
Barthly Prumlar
Trublur
Marghfivic, Wood Co
Margle Trohlar
Apolleion
Grand Rapids
Wis
Tony
Barat Wels Hucces
Huey
Conway
Life Renewed After Nervous Ailment With Restorative Nervine
Rev M D Myers a Free Methodist elder reports drastic recovery from a paralytic risk and nerve strain. He credits Dr Miles Restorative Nervine for improved health weight and stamina during heavy travel and preaching. He endorses the remedy and offers the firm’s free booklet and address in Elkhart Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
Miles
M. D. Myers
Free Methodist Church
Correctionville
Miles Medical Co
Elkhart
Ind
Also Mentioned on This Page
THE
Marshfield Times
Williams & Bailey
Lincoln
Will
Crew
Mary S. Crick
U. S. Civil Service Commission
Fen R, Masses, Soc. Board of Examiners
Marshfield, Wis
D. Connor
Liberty Capes
Lathrop Topics
Monte Carlo
Mentone Mra
Gwin Niosa Bonheur
Madame Lolirun
Meis- Signier
Rée-Irs
Jtume
the Times
Spencer House
Spencers
Marshfeld
Neillsville
R. R
Calay
Tres
Marsfield
Mrshfield
TIMES
Grane Rapids
Tf Times
Upham Brothers
Grand Army
Hick's
Hicks
Vulcan
Colorada IX
Frank L. Zweck
Kamps Drug Store
JM Yard Medical College
Legger
Hila Peabody Medical Institute
Vic
Uap
Boecon Tlerdith
Erie
Searles
C. J. Lundgren
City Meat Marke
Merats
Henry Icke
Tailor Shop
John Brackendori
R._K. SULLIVAN
Horse Shoer
K. Thompson
4Th St
4Th Street
M. Diem
Geo. H. Welton
Baker's Restaurant
ThaDe Mark
Anyonas Sonata
Dr. Miles
Nervine
H. E. McEachron Company
Central
H. £. McEachron Co
Iron Works
South Depot Street
Vedder
C S. Vedder
John Schlegel
Ninth Street West
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