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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1900
Page
3
The article surveys prehistoric reptiles and mammals from the Triassic to the Tertiary, detailing plesiosaurs megalosaurus stegosaurus and triceratops. It notes pterodactyls, giant ground sloths like megatherium and mylodon, and cites Marsh and Cuvier. A Pearson expedition in Patagonia aims to verify whether mylodon survives.
A Kingston Jamaica report describes native fishermen using a clubbeat against boat sides to attract red snappers. An observer joins a midnight excursion, witnesses fish leaping aboard, and recounts being struck by a large fish. The tale notes red, sea-bass like snapper sizes and a Chinaman's alleged discovery of the method.
A child narrates reactions to a newborn brother, describing his red face and crying, while expressing mixed feelings about the new family addition and preferring a dog. The piece references visiting relatives and family dynamics with humor and disbelief. The second fragment notes Syd ney Smith epitaphs sent to the London Pilot by Lord Halifax about Pitt.
Charles Gallagher, head carver at the Astor House, claims to have carved more than 250000 turkeys over 33 years, total meat around 2,500,000 pounds. He recalls slicing 20 turkeys in 30 minutes and says his record may be unbeatable, noting his Irish background and expert knife work at Rhode Island grown birds.
Malcolm Sellers, a veteran Wisconsin figure, died at eighty one in Green Bay. He served in the state assembly in 1850 representing Beaver Dam district, noted as a long prominent contributor to state affairs for over four decades.
Augustus Belmont the banker is seriously ill with pneumonia at his country seat near Hempstead Long Island. His physician hopes the worst has passed and recovery may follow.
A garbled OCR page mentions health remedies for stomach pain and movement issues, with stray phrases about casts, dyes, and boxes. It also notes Ohio Supreme Court dismissing contempt actions against Standard Oil and hints at military appointments for General Ian Hamilton and Lord Roberts.
The Yale football team has elected Charles Gould captain for next year, signaling leadership for the squad. This announcement names Gould as the team’s designated leader for the upcoming season.
The remains of Colonel Liscum who fell in the battle of Tien-Tsin were buried with full military honors in Arlington Cemetery. President McKinley attended the funeral.
An OCR fragment claims a cold cure with laxative and quinine tablets and promises a refund if it fails. It also notes a Chicago mayor denial of a report that the new Nation Chief of Police Ripley is in bonds, via W Grove signature and box.
An OCR fragment advertises chocolate and bon bons with prices 256 or 5 lbs for 1.00. It mentions The Pinkilesphus at 263 Were Wither at AG Waukee Wis and unclear names. The readable text is fragmentary and lacks a clear publication context.
University crews refreshed a large 04 inch painting on the dome of the observatory this week. The work used a deep color from Carter's Ink while pigments from Carter's Dozen faded, leaving a contrast between bold and fading coatings.
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