26 Apr 1895
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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1895
Page
1
A fragmentary notice records a gathering of the United Workmen lodge on the first Monday evening. It mentions a meeting at a brewery block place with invited members and officers named in the incomplete text.
Rumors swirl about new railroads in Wisconsin as the Chicago & Old Colony Railway company files articles of incorporation with $15,000,900 capital to build lines from Madison to Superior and other branches. Proposed routes traverse Dane, Columbia, Dodge, and many more counties, with multiple connections including Green Bay to Lacrosse and Appleton to Oshkosh. The move follows prior filings by the Wisconsin Bee Line Railway, signaling a push toward broader statewide rail links.
The governor appointed MB A Williams district attorney of Ux county to fill the vacancy caused by I M Domins resignation. Williams, a capable lawyer and diligent worker, pledges to uphold taxpayers’ interests and ensure criminals face punishment. Critics argued he hadn’t enough residency, but records show nearly four years in Wood county and previous nominations. The governor acted after voters chose him in the recent vacancy.
A discussion in The Sentinel outlines a visionary project to create a new state named Superior. It notes likely opposition from Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Michigan, and calls the plan highly improbable with the proposed boundary running through Wisconsin between Chippewa Falls and Bayfield.
A damaged local item reports Pat Delaney, a traveler from New York, staying at a hotel near the Omaha depot. He left his vest containing $150, a chain, and eye glasses, prompting proprietor Weld to inform police. A man named James Moran, later identified, was detained, pled not guilty, and is to be tried after being removed to Ground Rapids for court proceedings.
A call for a special meeting of the county board has been signed by numerous board members from various towns including Grand Rapids Lincoln Rock Richfield Wood Pittsville Auburndale and Milladord. The meeting at the county seat in Grand Rapids is set for May 1 to organize and address other business that may properly come before the board.
The 11th semi annual muster of Company A cted Bogt WeN Go will be held at the Armory on Monday evening April 20. All members must be in line promptly at five thirty p.m. Dress is uniform with cap and band. Members leasing property or owning homes must display property returns at muster. Any surplus values will be deducted from annual allowance. By order of the Captain.
Bishop James Sehwebach of TLadrosae arrived Saturday for confirmation services. Revs. Ay Mund Joseph Joch KWin and Daniels A Duuren and John Elson welcomed him. High Mass followed with 147 confirmed, Bishop preaching in German and then again in English. Service continued with Pontifical Vespers and Benediction.
The School Board toured Centralia last Tuesday to review plans for a new ward school on Fourth Street opposite the new church. Local officials Kraos and Pratpan inspected the design and saw the proposed building, estimated to cost about 60,000 dollars.
Reading lists show pupils receiving averages around zero with six weeks results. many names appear under first and second grades. Notes urge parents to review their children’s standings and promotion prospects as teachers Miss Connor and Miss Kelly oversee the public school department.
The Yotive Men's Salal Club presents a grand ball on Friday evening May 17 in Opens hall Medford Wisconsin. Munie furnished by celebrated Asian band of Osikosh. Promenade concert at 7. Dancing begins at 8. Tickets two dollars per couple. The people of Northern Wisconsin are invited. Committee notes.
Notice to property owners including Beard of Foalsa to clear or clean their premises by May 10 to comply with sanitary rules. Edward Miner, son of Ten Miner of Nevedah, is noted in connection with a tragedy. The text references a fatal incident and a public notice enforced by law.
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