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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1909
Page
11
A historic claim that condors could lift a man is debunked by latest reports noting condors can rise with loads over 20 pounds, easing the fears of those who once stood in awe. The item blends health ad copy and humorous anecdotes, promoting Dr Shoops Health Coffee and Restorative, with sales through Sexton Bros.
A reflective line urging personal conviction and action over passive acceptance of others ideas. The quote emphasizes thinking for oneself and acting on one’s own convictions rather than following external dictate. It advocates individual responsibility.
An old time market ad touts Dr Shoop's Rheumatic Remedy in liquid or tablet form with a booklet on curing rheumatism. It urges readers to send money, join with the doctor, and request free samples while promoting Pink Pain Tablets for various pains. Ends with Sexton Bros selling 20 tablets for 25 cents.
The passage claims ambergris has its own odor and also elevates the flavor and perfume of substances it touches. The odor is likened to musk but is more penetrating and long lasting.
Local Times reports a series of small town happenings in Marshfield and nearby areas. Unrest between McGinnis and his mother in law over health travel plans, duck hunting concerns, water works talks with Upham and Bro, and insurance rate adjustments. People moving to Kentucky for missionary work, school and church upgrades, a new Presbyterian bell, a near fatal mill pond accident, an Indian named Henry George shot, and community leaders Isaac Stevenson and Rev. Brickels noted. School opens next week. Catholic school contract awarded to Peter Bingham.
Weather forecast notes a stormy May with rain and strong winds from May 1 to 20, including thunder storms daily mid month and a warm storm period from the 15th to 20th. Thick cloudy spells on the 23rd to 25th, followed by colder days and a late storm run from the 28th to 31st. A daily thunder storm and severe wind risk is forecast from May 20 to June 1. An aside mentions Prof Bliss bringing a four ounce hen egg and a request to buy eggs, with a remark the professor may have a goose.
Dr Turbin has built a vast practice by curing chronic and nervous diseases others failed to treat. He emphasizes science over quackery and promises personalized remedies. He visits Marshfield monthly and will be at the Blodgett Hotel Thursday May 6.
The Marshfield Times advertises a one year special: both Marshfield Times and Milwaukee Journal for $2.75 prepaid, covering one year with daily Milwaukee Journal claims of wide readership and independent, fearless reporting. readers urged to act for local and county news.
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