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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1902
Page
3
A poem context asks readers to classify themselves into two groups the productive and the burdened. It contrasts wealth sickness toil and worry as it ponders personal contribution and responsibility. The piece invites self reflection on societal roles and emotional states.
In a fragmented romance scene, Miss Mira Hunter and Caleb Thomas navigate long jealousy and past letters. A forgotten coat hides a 20 year old letter revealing the delayed proposal and rekindled love as truth unravels in a quiet town.
Fragmentary notes describe microscopic eye parts of a house fly and associated head features. The text mentions woven terms and scaled imagery, noting unseen microstructures and entry of a substance into the eye, with reference to Mako.
The Thomas W. Lawson, first seven masted steel schooner, launched at Quincy Mass by Pose River Ship and Engine Co. Cost 230000 dollars. Owned by a Crowley-led syndicate. Designed for coastwise trade with steam propulsion and electric lighting. Length 403 feet, beam 80 feet, depth 54 feet 6 inches. Displacement about 8100 tons. Eight ships crew of sixteen plus captain. Intended for eventual Philippines service.
The Kaiser Astonished Philadelphia’s prominent dry goods citizen John Wanausker during a German Emperor’s voyage to Norway. A Bamburg-American liner ship's visit prompted a cordial, surprised greeting as the Emperor grasped the young man’s hand, praising his character and voicing pleasure to meet him.
A brief exchange expresses dissatisfaction with a Riviera stay as the speaker notes the absence of guests and intimate friends. The visitor conveys disappointment in quiet surroundings and limited social contact during the trip.
College girls heckle an umpire during a class game. One player reports the crowd mobbed the official and hurled taunts such as calling her unattractive and "perfectly horrid." The incident highlights rowdy behavior at campus athletics.
Appleton Wis August Ledyard and other esteemed citizens report the death of A L Smith at his home from jaundice complications and exposure while traveling. Born Muldivtown Conn in 18 century he is survived by two sons, with notices of his family and local associations following in brief.
A garbled account mentions Appletown residents and a series of confused references to universities, positions, and individuals. The passage includes stray names like Wesleyit University and Indus while weaving partial phrases about a cease and a school event.
A chaotic wartime style courtroom report describes Priest facing a fine after a contentious incident. The testimony involves multiple named individuals and echoes a chaotic sequence of events, with mentions of Bearcats and various local figures, culminating in a verdict discussion.
A lake Mendota boating accident near Madison leaves John Gallagher's yacht overturned at night. Witnesses and party members, including several students, navigate confusion. authorities seek the names of the other five crew members as the investigation continues.
Two Rivers Wisconsin records show a grim year with five deaths in about two years. The Stouule family endured the loss of Peter Stonde the son, his sister Mrs. George Naehhots, their mother Mrs. domn Sheude, and two twin babies of Peter Sta, plus Pott Stowd who died recently. The pattern suggests a cluster of fatalities within a short span.
An 8 year old boy living near JeffersonWisconsin strayed Saturday and was found Monday emaciated with mesquite bites. He had not been missed. Neighbors alerted authorities and a search spread through the area. The child, weak but alive, slowly recovered as aid arrived.
A violent incident unfolds as a priest demands money from a man who fled his home. The assailant, armed, boards a Southern Line coach and is pursued toward Michigan, with authorities seeking him for a violent crime and possible punishment.
The report notes a large cabbage harvest and outlines anticipated shipping to various markets. It mentions price expectations for the new year, transport timelines, and corporate statements about supply stability. Key figures described include executives and regional representatives addressing future availability and pricing.
A garbled report details J Jones of Lexington and a motor frame incident at Wisconsin Wheel Works. A suspect pleaded guilty to theft related charges in a messy docket involving multiple parties and alleged shipments from China, with mentions of Wake Sullivan, Matson, and a Western pass.
The text describes farmers laboring in inches of water to harvest hay using old fashioned pole methods. Excessive rainfall leaves fields waterlogged and delays hay cutting. Writers note shortages and farmers selling cattle as fodder supplies dwindle amid sustained wet conditions.
Directors and major holders of Badger State Telephone Company plan reorganizing the business amid impending mortgage payments. The company faces about 830,000 in due notes, with Long Distance Telephony executives arranging the strategy and Midview Bank holding the mortgage lien as operations shift.
A valuable thoroughbred named Strizes Soft Spot broke both ankles after striking a soft spot on the track in Janesville Wisconsin. The rider George Casey escaped injury. The horse was brought here a year ago by Gleason the horse tamer and later seized by Danny dearroyed.
Marlnoste Wis August 31 Special. A bold spree emptied pockets at the Chi ymwhia Assembly Lane as four thieves worked crowds. John Munson of Greer Bay reported a railway conductor lost a $2200 pocketbook. The thefts occurred amid rain and drifting crowds, with several victims shaken but unharmed.
Reports say horse thieves struck Leva Mocks residence in Grayman town taking a mare a buggy and a horse. A pursing party led by neighbors chased the thieves through Monroe county and surrounding regions with several horses and buggies reported stolen in the past month and no arrests made.
An announcement from November 18 mentions a site for the Superior Federal Building in Washington. Bids were opened by the overseeing architect, with five bidders including representatives from New York and Washington. The selected site is at the corner of Tower Avenue and Poget Lane, amid evaluations of alternate locations in London Road, Warsaw, and Green Bay.
In Tanerville Wisconsin on August 1 a special report notes that Thomas Tekel seeks to influence or alienate the affections of his wife Jol 2 Gidup of Alvin, alleging attempts to speak with, visit, or press the wife indirectly or via others. The fragmentary text references a train, Gallup, and work-related persons, but the full details are unclear.
In Pewaukee Wisconsin eight assailants attempted a bold heist at a dock Sunday night. The target was a Windast mail car bound for Chicago with valuables. The attacker struck from behind, the victim Hansen fought back as others cried for help. Police and witnesses pursued as the suspects fled, with one man later detained for questioning.
Work has resumed at the Northwestern Pulp Wood spur on Long Tail Point after four days of shutdown due to a two day strike. Superintendent A Sagion reports a full crew back, with some strikers returning and others replaced by new workers. Pulp shipments to the north and west have restarted.
In Kenosha Wisconsin, ice handlers return to work after a company and workers reach a compromise ending a several day stoppage. Foreman Lobe of the Knickerbocker Ice Company had initially resisted terms but agreed to resume operations as part of the settlement.
Appleton Wisconsin Aug 11 John Stengel a 12 year old son of John Stengel drowned while bathing Sunday afternoon. His body was recovered an hour later.
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