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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1918
Page
4
Major Martin recalls a brutal skirmish as ammunition resupplies halted by shellfire. A caisson is hit, killing a man and wounding others while horses fall. An adjutant is unseated when his horse bolts. A Bache plane observes the retreat as shells near the old hospital claim lives and injure many, ending with a bunker sleep after a harrowing ride to safety.
The body of Henry A. Potter was found a week ago near William Maguire’s home in Em amet. Coroner Meilahn and District Attorney CG. Edgar of Wausau investigated and found Potter in a badly decomposed state with a severed heart hanging from a rope tied to a window in brush. Potter’s hospital ID card from St Joseph’s Chippewa County identified him. Potter had worked for Mosinee Land, Log, and Timber Co after appearing at their camp last May, then disappeared until the discovery. Officials pursue the case as a possible suicide linked to family in New York.
Mr and Mrs Forbes plan to entertain their parents on both sides next week at their Boston home per the Tran script.
A commemorative poem reflects on Lieut J Carr who died in April 1915 while a Volunteer repaired a broken communication wire in Flanders. It honors his courage, the patrols, and the sacrifice for king and country, ending with a Canadian Brady credit.
A one day corn show and institute will be held at the Wood County Normal and Agricultural School on Saturday December 7. About a hundred samples entered for judging in the forenoon by a College of Agriculture expert. Afternoon talks on corn and allied subjects with Professor R A Moore expected. Open to all farmers and neighbors. Afternoon session begins at 1 30. Cooperation by College of Agriculture First National Bank and W W Clark Emergency Demonstration Agent.
City officials discussed automatic pumping stations to feed distributing pipes. Dr. Lind backed recommendations. ex mayor Melker recalled growth challenges. Electric Power committee explored power transmission and a Wisconsin Minnesota line offer at two cents per kWh with $100 minimum. State rate ruling deemed it reasonable but not yet accepted. Get-Together Luncheon planned for December. financial report urged active collection of arrears and possible borrowing to sustain the Chamber.
The item notes a for rent small house on Central Avenue with apply details at Aug. Broker, 612 Oak St. It also recaps a village gathering led by Miss Martha Jadack at Miss Gladys Burt's home, mentions Miss Marguerita Pead's Thanksgiving visit, and documents J J Lautenberg leasing farms on Richfield road and Lena L. Slyfield’s nearby property. Ada Jansen of Marshalltown visited Sparr and attended Cumnock School in Evanston, returning with Marguerita Voad.
Albert Ballin, late head of Hamburg America, in a Berlin telegram to the National Zeitung before his death, says Entente terms for Germany are moderates. He notes had Germany won, they would have dictated peace from Buckingham Palace and occupied Paris and London, annexing the continent from the Urals to the Bay of Biscay.
Waco residents show warm praise for Wisconsin and Michigan soldiers of the Thirty second division. The town recalls the camp days in Waco and honors GIs Bill and John while praising all who helped make the city feel like home. The article notes local efforts to support Liberty Loans and preserve signs like The Wis Mic Cafe as lasting memories of the guests.
Viola Dana feared death while filming a burning ship scene for Breakers Ahead a Metro All Star Series Picture to be shown at the Adler Theatre tonight The old sloop used for the shot was seaworthy but a mistaken signal led to a patrol boat stop and a flare the scene spattered Dana s dress and she was whisked away to safety recalling the danger and her wish to stay dry ashore between shoots
An odd urban saying debates value of silence versus speech highlighting the weight of words in public discourse. The phrasing blends metallic imagery with everyday communication and hints at social expectations surrounding conversation.
Mrs Edward Hassett of Frankfort New York reports Chamberlains Cough Remedy swiftly relieves croup attacks in children. The product contains no opium or narcotics and is safe for young patients to use with confidence.
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