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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1901
Page
10
Ed Fraser reports MarshSeld progress as the new creamery nears operation, with Mr. Dodge aiding machinery setup. Work continues on the summer stock, sugar farm yields rise near Vern Nason, and several town residents travel or attend events including marriages and a dance. The community also notes rail delays, a sprained ankle, and an upcoming election for the People’s Woew.
Chris Paulsad plans building a house on his farm this spring. Several land transactions occurred including Andrew Peteraan selling east forty acres to Benjamin Food and Has Paulson Sr selling forty acres in Sec 3 to Nicholas Bell. The German Lutheran Society met and a large barn is planned for this summer. The town board set a 14 mill tax and health officer duties were appointed. A milk delivery agreement was reached with Polter and Hathway skimming station. A Catholic cemetery plot exchange and local settling plans were noted among farm gatherings and church activities.
McMillan report notes a lille son born to Mr and Mrs Joseph West on Monday morning. Laura Machall faces a serious ailment involving bowels. Mrs Lohman of Rogholi visits her daughter Mrs Nick Trapkofski. Peter Dineen of Marshfield visits friends on Monday. Joint Dist No 2 school reopened Wednesday after a four week vacation. Barney Schultz of Loyal spends Easter Sunday with his parents Mr and Mrs John Schultz near the village.
Steve Radell plans to start a bakery in Granton. Mr. Kemmeter reports arrival of a new furniture stock. Vet Marsh traveled to Neillsville on business Wednesday. Mrs. Feaver improving after sickness. Miss Halleck returned to school after four weeks at home. Mrs. Redmond visited Mrs. Curtis and Mrs. Boiler yesterday. A new barber arrived last week and went to Lyon to open shop. Jobo Ebbe’s machine shop nears completion with expected finish next week. Mrs. Marsh visited town yesterday. Mr. Marsh’s brick machine expected locally. Dr. Curtis notes widespread sickness and several cases of severe gaugus. Fred Gerber called on Dr. Wirginske for livestock care. August Lauterbich takes Hubel threshing dust agency. plans to operate a self stocker this fall. Farmers purchasing machinery in three quantities this spring. George Deeckler injured eye when a bolt from a saw mill struck him. Sight not permanently damaged.
The column notes a lively Lind sey real estate market and several local people in motion. Mr Angell and Mr Herndon are mentioned with low spirits and housing changes, while Mrs NePail’s feeble mother is noted. A lather repair shop is planned by Mr Richards and Mr Vroman with family to take possession soon. Several residents are ill with the grip. A newcomer, Me Martins from Milwaukee, becomes lost returning from work, guided home by the lath mill whistle.
Spencer Gur schools report two weeks of instruction. Mrs Potia returned from Waupaes Saturday. Beath sold 40 acres of land to Moon Monday. Laodaal plans an office on the old Bonell lot. Miss Harriett Hayward visits sister Mrs Locke at Oshkosh. Charles Locke, longtime Spro resident, died in Oshkosh last week. Nellie Schudsman of Kaukauna returned home to surprise relatives. Teachers' examination held Monday and Tuesday drew a large attendance, over 30 noted.
E Brooks and N Welch relocated from camp 41 Greenwood to work for Veoeer Co. Wm Luchwerband died after Sunday illness and was buried in Lutheran cemetery on Wednesday. The community mourns as a mother wife and three children remain. Wm Schwartz and Berth Andee plan to marry Thursday at the Lutheran church after growing up near Spencer. J D and J D Graves returned from a western trip Wednesday looking well and pleased with their travels.
Stratford notes report births and arrivals including Albers Price and Bunny Engelxing moving, Francis Plateter returning from Chippewa Falls, Pan Pranks relocating with Franke at a heading mill. Frank Mead reappears after weeks missing, Prof J M Pharly visits Scranton Pa, Buster Monday event at Glaze's hall draws Catholics, brass band music enlivens the gathering. Modern Steel S Furniture Co bridge crew completes Eau Claire river span for R Connor Co and departs for Royalton.
North Richfield notes include Sap is cunging Crady and Gus Seige ill with mumps. Mr Noack buys a horse as Willett moves to new farm. Leon Russell visits from Fenwood. John Maxwell sells land. A petition by Welton Reynolds Dehfoss and others seeks to let cattle run at large, met with farmer opposition and many signers.
A stock fair is planned for Saturday April 27 at Chili to bring together farmers with marketable live stock and buyers. Officials expect a good turnout and aim to make the event a regular annual spring market if successful.
The following letters remain uncalled at the Marshield post office up to April 9 1901. Callers are asked to pay postage and claim letters advertised. Robt Slater Frank Hulke Leonie Burke Louise Ghurber C K Clap son Wm Luckett G H Douey Rose Gregwatr J M Hoyer Ay Wohl Robi Tavemewny Karen Tarson J A Mc Mullen Jos W Owen J J Pires Co L A Ransom Geo Randall Mr Josie Seoin Tus Searls Geo Stenns F G Welgamood.
Handsome illustrated 115 page history book issued by the Chicago and Northwestern Railway covers settlement of the great northwest with engravings of Black Hawk Sitting Bull Red Cloud and other chiefs. Includes ten colored maps showing tribal locations dating back to 1600. Value evident. priced 50 cents postpaid from W. & Kniskern 22 Fifth Avenue Chicago Ill.
Farm and stock for sale including 50 acres clear, good house with cellar, two barns, and assorted livestock and machinery. Easy cash terms. immediate sale. Also jeweler Frank L. Zweek offers watches clocks and jewelry at discounted prices. Call to inspect stock.
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