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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1912
Page
16
Prof. W. A. Henry praised the International Live Stock Expo, saying it is a clean show focused on bettering western live stock. He urged farmers and families to make the trip, take sons and tenants, and motivate youth and neighbors to attend the event running from November 30 to December 3.
In the Louisville Courier Journal a land ford narrator muses that legends linked to a place attract trade and folks, arguing legends may lack truth yet still draw greenhorns yearly, while a guest counters that legends help bores.
The expected clash between Sen. LaFollette and Gov. McGovern centers on electing the assembly speaker. T. J. Mahone of Shawano county, a former Bull Moose secretary and the only party member in the House, is a leading candidate. Republicans would need to back an opponent party member, a move viewed as awkward and risky. Senator LaFollette reportedly opposes Mahone’s bid.
Seventeen pastors discuss the Second Advent. Pastor Russell claims the earth endures, Christ’s coming brings blessings, and a spiritual kingdom replaces earthly prophecy. The article outlines pre millennial and restitution themes, the nature of Christ, and the sequence of Parousia Epiphany and kingdom emergence.
A vast sectional picture illustrates nine states along the Chicago and North Western Railway revealing manufacturing and agricultural prosperity. The centerpiece is a miniature reproduction of the Chicago terminal, with disassemblable sections, electric functions, and moving trains operated from a single switchboard for rapid setup at exhibitions in Huron South Dakota Chicago and San Francisco.
In November 1628, Plymouth settlers, led by Governor William Bradford, fasted and prayed for rain. When showers arrived, they shifted to a feast of thanksgiving featuring coast turkey, venison, barley dumplings, oysters gifted by Massasoit, and other dishes. The celebration culminated in a grand open air meal on the last Saturday, marked by mild Indian summer weather.
The article describes Thanksgiving Day among Kiowls and Comanches on reservations. It notes feasting, dances, and games, with government efforts to convert young braves to farming and a festive day perceived as a rest from traditional warfare. It mentions allotments and changes to beef rations affecting celebrations.
The Osages at Pawhuska hold a grand feast to give thanks for good crops and abundant food. Each month includes a prayer by a local missionary thanking the Great Spirit for provisions sent by the agent. Food is cooked by the squaws, viewed as improved from past years, and the tribe’s cheer centers on avoiding want.
A humorous reflection on appreciating small comforts during rain and snow with a coal bin metaphor. The piece suggests contentment in a dark bin, claiming the absence of coal would worsen hardship, and ends with the idea that shivers are a comfort. It presents a paradoxical philosophy attributing wisdom to bleak conditions.
Miss Sharpe and Bighead joke about returning home for Thanksgiving as a family scene unfolds. The dialogue hints at a tradition of the fatted calf and the importance of gathering with relatives.
A vintage advertisement urges readers to test a kidney remedy for backache fatigue dizziness and urinary irregularities. It cites Mrs. Fred Gentle of Marshfield Wisconsin praising Doan's Kidney Pills and notes availability from Sexton Bros' Drug Store with FosterMilburn Co Buffalo as the U S sole agent. The copy endorses the product name and warns to remember Doan's and take no other.
Promotes Chamberlain's Tablets as a remedy for bilious attacks. Advertisement notes sale by R. J. Strauss. Contains period advertising tone typical of old newspapers.
Wood County Marshfield court warns Ole A Olgon his property garnished to satisfy a Wieden debt of 23 30. He must appear before Judge Bruce at the Marshfield Olivet office on December 2 1912 at ten oclock to answer judgment and pay the debt.
A newspaper notice urges use of Chamberlains Cough Remedy to cure colds and reduce risk of infections like whooping cough diphtheria and scarlet fever in children. It notes the remedy contains no opium and can be given with confidence, sold by J Strauss.
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