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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1906
Page
6
Madden for Congress dominates Wisconsin coverage with multiple papers endorsing his nomination from Marathon to Ashland. Reports describe growing enthusiasm, strong support across factions, and a high-profile campaign as Wisconsin politics heat up ahead of the September primaries.
Stato items of general interest from various sources for the benefit of our headers Aug 11. State Fredsur er Kept is accused of violating the law by taking paper discounted by loan carrying state deposits. Mr Kempf at Mitliso ts serted that no violation had been committed nor had banks given improper favors. He says private business imports papers and that state matters are separate from his private concerns. If improper money moved between banks, it would affect depositories his business could not suffer.
Superior Wisconsin reports a Sunday dry law dispute arising from a ministerial association and Civic League crusade. City leaders including Mayor Binder support extending or preserving the closing law, while critics push for changes or veto potential. The era notes a broader push in the region on alcohol restrictions and local governance.
A musical comedy satire titled My Wife's Family comes to the Opera House on Wednesday August 22. Created by Stephens and Linton the show promises lively nonsense, new songs and dialogue with entertaining situations and music. Seats are on sale at Strauss Drug Store.
The Water and Light Commission of Marshfield invites sealed bids for the digging and curbing of a round Well on the waterworks property. Bids due August 2, 1906 at 12 noon, submitted with a bank or certified check as per Wisconsin statute.
The Wood County probate court issues an administration order for the estate of Adolph Sale. Creditors must file claims by the 5th day of September, with notice published in the Marshfield Times weekly for four consecutive weeks. Court records require all claims be presented to the county judge in Marshfield and actions note the publication dates.
Public notices call for bids on bonds for electric light and waterworks facilities. Details mention bond amounts, interest terms, payment schedule, and bond sale conditions. Officials reference city of Marshhild and related utilities, with references to San Francisco and Los Angeles transport routes and rates.
A rural advice note urges thrift and preparedness warning that droughts today can bring tomorrow’s illness. It recommends keeping Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy handy for quick treatment of dysentery diarrhoea and cholera morbus in the home. The notice ends with a local political candidacy announcement for Wood County Wisconsin Democrat Dr Frank Pomainville.
An old advertisement extols Folley's Honey and Tar as a remedy for hay fever and summer colds. It promises immediate relief from difficult breathing and healing of inflamed air passages. The ad notes a yellow package and credits Sex ton Bros.
Notice to taxpayers from the Board of Review of Marshfield City, Wood County, Wisconsin. The Board will meet at the city clerk's office in city hall on Wednesday in August to equalize assessments of real and personal property and is open for business before that date. Clerk Fukenstein signs the notice.
In hot weather early attention to a child’s loose bowels can prevent serious illness. A few doses of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy followed by castor oil cleanses the system. Rev M Stockland of Little Falls Minnesota endorses its value for summer disorders in children. Sold by Sexton Bros.
The writer announces a campaign for District Attorney on the Republican ticket. He cites countywide solicitation by foes as motivation and states intent to participate in the September primaries in Feld, Wisconsin. He signs as R. XDREAWS.
Clark's Nerve Tonic claims a fifty year proven track record in curing St Vitus dance when directions are followed. It is advertised as relieving nervous prostration and extreme nervousness with proof available from G W Clark of Warsac Wisconsin. Available at Sexton Bros Warshfield R J Strauss drug stores and A F Mercer.
G W Brows announces run for Wood county sheriff on the Republican ticket in primaries. He pledges to faithfully perform duties to the best of his ability. Also, Sexton Bros advertise Quino Laxative Fruit Syrup with a positive guarantee and refund policy.
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