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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1913
Page
4
Real estate activity rises in Marshfield as families move to farms and nearby lands. New residents crowd the dairy belt, boosting homesteads and prosperity while politics pause for spring plowing and local cleanup drives.
A reader shares a playful 23rd Psalm parody from Pleasant Hill about domestic life, jokes about a Mari nte doctor cure hoaxes, and a Marshfield note on local quirks. The letter-writer engages with local satire while residents trade riddles and quips about nuts, sulphates, and odd puns.
A report from Missouri Supreme Court notes Col. W. R. Nelson of the Kansas City Star was found in contempt for a gateway article. The court held newspapers may fairly interpret court actions without impugning motives, and that no intent to discredit the court was shown. The case is set for May 6 before the full court. In a Cow story, neighbor dispute over cow skin and calf leads to a humorous Merchant of Venice analogy as Weigand seeks return of cow and calf. Hawkins claims ownership of the hide and contents, while Weigand argues ownership of the entire animal.
A baby boy was born Friday April 18 to Mr and Mrs Matt Dale at their home. In a separate note a small policeman was born at the home of Mr and Mrs Jacob Kuntz on Monday night.
The home contest in oratory and declamation was held at the Presbyterian church Friday. Leah Laemle took 61st in declamation, Bonita Berg second, Agnes Noll third. In oratory, Edward Walterbach won first, Rufus Pankow second, William Connor third. The program included pieces by Albert Delmore Jon Davis and others. Judges were Principal Herman Kell, Ames Stevens Point Normal, and Principal Mortensen. Winners advance to compete with Wausau and Stevens Point teams.
Miss Helen M. Connor married Rev. Melvin R. Laird of Lincoln at a Wednesday evening ceremony before about 200 guests. The Reeded church decor included smilax arches and palms as the couple exchanged vows with Rev. George Hunt officiating. A reception followed at the Connor home with music by the Second Regiment orchestra.
Notice from the Board of Public Works dated April 21 1913 states the city will collect all rubbish placed in boxes or barrels on the curb or alley edge free of charge during May but only if placed in proper containers ashes excluded. City Clerk R J Schatz signs. 2812
Community gossip records several social items. George Bargobos and family attended a dance at McMillan last Saturday while Ferdinand Knock from Marshfield visited Staadt's Sunday. Tony Wix left for Thief River Falls Sunday. Baseball practice resumes with optimism for summer. Joe Kantzer and family stopped in Marshfield Wednesday. Burke Canal Lumber Co plans lumbering this week then shifts to shingles, lath, and planning lumber as summer continues. Dave Reeve and Ed Zopi were observed visiting.
The travelers, en route to Milwaukee, purchase horses and declare they will never stop to buy a horse in the north because Milwaukee offers lower prices. The remark highlights price-driven travel choices and regional market differences.
The Romantic Spirit presents Lem B. Parker three act play A Girl of the Mountains coming to the New Adler Opera House on Saturday April 26th. The four act comedy drama packs a real plot with true to nature characters and a teeming idea. The production aims for a large audience with strong advertising creating a favorable impression.
North Side Livery at 2812 offers horse drawn plowing for gardens with teams of horses and men ready to break ground on city lots. Ready to service local yards and plots.
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