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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1897
Page
5
Local items report parochial school classes begin Monday, church socials, and a range of community events. Notes include a Presbyterians event Thursday eve with music, a funeral for Hardy Sanford, marriage announcements in St. Johns, harvest services, and lumber and cement work details. Economic bits mention a saw mill lease, road and construction projects, and a rail excursion with regional games.
The bidding opened at 7 cents for the board and closed at 8 cents for twins and 8 for balance, with only two small lots omitted. Mr. Davis of Chicago led the participants, and manufacturers smiled at the surge unseen since the board’s founding. A contemporaneous testimonial touts Cham Pharmacy Colic Remedy, citing rapid relief of a child’s severe gastrointestinal symptoms.
Majada a six year old iron grey pacer purchased in Toledo arrives Friday night. Though not raced yet officials deem him unfit for last week’s meetings. Bred from Pilot Medium and Dictator line, Majada earned 2 10 last year. Trainer Ed O'Brien plans fall campaigns at Northern Wisconsin meets starting Merrill this week. Suplers who smoke Lake View cigars smoke no other. Made by John Hoel.
Mrs Rowe announces the sixth annual class recital at the Presbyterian church next Thursday evening. Pupils will display thorough magical training, with a chorus of young ladies, a selection by Mr Adams band, and a Mandalin club number. Public invited. Admission 15 cents to cover church and expenses. The Wisconsin Business University in La Crosse advertises a free trial month.
A week ago a horse outbreak prompted a local inquiry. W I Connor summoned the state veterinarian to examine a horse feared to have glanders. Mr. Clute arrived late but the ailment was deemed glanders, with fears of herd exposure and quarantine imposed to prevent spread. A brief ad for Old Hickory shoes appeared amid the report.
A fragmented notice urges shoppers to remember new weekend rules. It states Saturday night closures and no Sunday buying, aiming to enforce six days of labor followed by a rest day. The message calls for starting Saturday night and hints at easier shopping after hours.
Railroads will sell excursion tickets at one fare for trips to Glark County Fair Neillsville Sept a hr to Ath Driving Park Association Merritton Aug 1st to Sept ord Jackson County Fair Black River Falls Sept 6 to 10 Eau Claire County Fair Aug 80th to Sept 4 Eau Claire County Fair Eau Claire Aug 80th to Sept 3 Marathon County Fair Wausau Aug 28 to Sept 1 North Wisconsin State Fair Chippewa Malls Sept 14 to 17 Yanglade County Fair Antigo Sept dst to 4th. For details inquire of L and Williams agent. If you want to buy whiskies and wines of all kinds cheap go to H C Hiehe.
The editor speaks to his son about obtaining a wheel from a wheelbarrow, noting white ash handlebars, adjustable features, and a heavy load that requires effort. He warns to avoid damaging enamel, keep bearings oiled, and mentions a punctureless tire. After removing ashes, a century run and perspiration are implied before dinner.
Local column records a series of social visits and travels. Rev Eisen visited Neillsville, Miss Mincie Rogers from Fond du Lac toured the city, Frank Ward traveled to Marathon City, and many residents hosted guests or planned trips to Milwaukee, Wausau, Detroit, and beyond.
The firm Klock & Larson is dissolved by mutual consent as Chris Larson retires. P P Klock will collect all debts and run the business at the aid stand. All liabilities incurred or pending will be paid by Klock. Dated July 8, 1897.
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