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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1896
Page
17
A rabbit hunt ended in tragedy when a gun misfire from Augay Voram wounded Iver Furo. Shot embedded low in the body, Furo later died from peritonitis as surgeons found a liver abscess around the bird shot, leading to a chain of infections.
Trig says a Lincoln county candidate courted his lady, declaring intent to wed and run for her hand while promising fair means for nomination. A brief telegram answered caucus unnecessary with unanimous approval. Trial notes cover a Houston murder case and a Marathon county payback dispute. Public letters praise newspaper variety and warn against overreading. Local juror reports and river floods prompt farm dam claims and Colorado volunteers for Cuba amid free silver talk.
A collection of children requests for Christmas gifts including dolls, a piano, toys, and candy. Names such as BereL LAPOINTE and Dany Baus appear along with Kilbourn, December 14, and personal notes about family. The misspellings and affectionate tone capture heartfelt holiday wishes from young readers.
In a small city report, multiple clothes lines were stripped of articles including two suits of underwear and linens. Neighbors quietly monitored activity after a recent theft at George Leslyong’s home. A suspect living near the scene is implied to be guilty and may face a rustic punishment if proven.
The Marshfield high school staff and students begin a five week Christmas vacation with rooms decorated in holly and mistletoe. Teachers plan travels to Osh Kosh Spring Green Augustus New Helstein and Centralia while students exhibit declamations, readings and songs before year end 1896. Local headlines note a fatal shooting in Straword and multiple deaths by suicide, with details on individuals and recent legal actions.
A New York corporation-backed opportunity offers an average, trustworthy man with 100 dollars capital a profitable wholesale business in merchandise. The Enclusive Agency, care of H. Koehler & Co., 509 1st Ave., N.Y., requests details on experience. Encouragement to apply for rare business chance in this city.
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