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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1902
Page
12
A critical take on a biographer who aims for candor yet omits key touches. The piece argues the author’s self portraiture reveals biases and misleads readers with premeditated revelation, while readers become more familiar with Pepra and Pepra’s era than the subject.
A fragmented discussion traces punctuation marks from ancient scripts to modern usage. It notes that periods and commas emerged early, semicolons and colons gained traction later, with interrogation points and parentheses appearing by the 16th to 18th centuries across various regions and writers.
An observed disruption at a lecture by Mr Wright precedes a tense exchange. Florence shifts attention to her mother as Wright responds to accusations, ending with a terse remark about temper and decorum.
A terse street scene describes a gentleman guiding a woman who was hit by a car while crossing the road. The man rushed to assist the injured woman, staying with her until help arrived, while bystanders provided aid and sought medical attention.
A garbled note discusses belief that "Bible names" were treated as Christian while other names were viewed as pagan during a reform era. It suggests Christians redefined all cultural terms as Christian and rejected non Bible associations.
A garbled note cites Lord Houghton as denying two lines in the poem Borvells as false. The passage references Dicky Milnce and Sordelio, with confusion over who would hear Bordelio's tale. The fragmentary text hints at literary dispute rather than clear event.
Moette Gottlieb Saphir, a keenert of Jouroullats and wwita, bested a frat ranger by accident in Matich Street. The offended person exclaimed Beaat. The Journalist replied Thank you, and mine in Saphir, amid a curious street confrontation.
A fragment from the Commercial Tribune presents a quirky exchange where a philosopher muses on origins and a witty responder hints at through lines of a speech. The dialogue includes a reference to temptation and a curious remark about the core of an apple.
A Chicago Post excerpt shows a woman scolding a beggar who admits he would stop if he could persuade others to give him money. The tramp explains his need and reluctance to rely on charity, revealing a social vignette of hardship and stubborn poverty.
Turbulent scene on an Agra railway platform as a leopard attack disrupts a crowd near a country produce shed. A wealthy resident’s pet leopard attacks, a guard and workers retreat, and a commotion ends with the animal subdued by officers.
A Literary Digest excerpt discusses nutrition and the importance of lime and iron, advocating a diet centered on legumes and protein rich foods. It notes modern science supports certain nutrients, warns against excess sugar, and stresses balancing diets to avoid deficiency.
The text presents a fragmentary conversation among Durga and Dumas about trouble and fate. Characters speak of misery and an imminent end, with emotional tears and a worn gown mentioned in a hazy, archaic scene. The source is unreadable in places, but conveys tension and withdrawal.
An odd, garbled exchange appears to mimic a historical dialect or coded dialogue. It hints at questions about perception of a young woman and a marchkage, with phrases that resemble archaic or misrendered speech. The passage lacks clear context, names, dates, or concrete events.
A garbled sign at a county fair led to humorous misunderstanding about entertainment for a guest named Mr. W. E. Gilbert. Onlookers deciphered the board as promising an entertainment act, but the scenario ended with questions about what was offered for the man Feasion Tit-Bits.
In a Boston Court appearance, tensions rise as Hasder and Jackie trade jibes amid unclear claims. A witness interjects with playful ribbing while the pair confront confusing accusations, revealing strain and mistrust between the two.
A quirky exchange unfolds as a wealthy young suitor is pressed with a bold question about marriage. The lead responds with humor and a candid remark, revealing tension between affection and calculation in a lighthearted social moment.
A fragmentary tale recalls a mother asking Tomeny about medicine swapped by a third person named Wille dooce who exchanged it for a sour apple. The text notes Tasmania’s Hobart jail workers oddly sent to a local botanical garden.
Spencer community notes with multiple residents visiting, traveling, or hosting events. Highlights include Follett and Damon at home, Parret returning from Kaukauna, Miss Daisy Hartson's academy status, church and school activities, and local business and health notices. A testimonial praises Martins Honey and Horehound, with other short items on shopping trips, vacations, and upcoming Christmas events.
The first six grades at the Academy presented an excellent program on the evening of the third with unusually good selections and a charming vocal quartet. The report praises faithful teachers and suggests the event showcased the school’s progress. A separate ad promotes Re-Go Tonic Laxative Syrup as a cure for constipation sold by L Yorn, Druggist.
Next Sunday December 28 the Chicago Lyceum Co will offer an 8 pm entertainment in St Michael's school hall. The program features moving pictures of the Oburamergay Passion Play depicting the entlering and death of our Lord. Also shown is Pilgrim's Progress with Chinese and Shadow-Chapt served. Children 5 cents.
Farmers alerted that Marshfield city will purchase old stones from farms at two dollars and fifty cents per fifteen thousand pounds delivered to the city stone yard. Stones must not exceed eight inches in diameter. Weighing charged if weighed on Louis Baumann scales. Dated Marshfield Wisconsin March 1902. By order of the Board of Public Works Gos.
In Richfield the community mourns Mrs. Mladgett, a respected sister known for charity and kindness. A formal resolution expresses deepest sympathy to her bereaved family and hopes time will heal the heart wounds, while promising enduring memory. A separate ad note touts Little Early Riser Pills from Kampe drug store, praising health benefits from W C Howell of Houston, Texas.
McMillan reports a week long stay by Wmn Hinkroth in Milas as several smallpox cases are noted in town. Henry Huber of Marshfield is said to have rusticated for several days with Eugene and Merion Vanderboof.
An old puff style ad extols Dr. King’s New Life Pills for dyspepsia dizziness headache liver and bowel troubles. The copy claims gentle but thorough relief and promotes Sexton Bros. drug store as the outlet, with lingering blunder humor.
One and one third fares for round trip sales Dec 24 25 31 and Jan 1 good for return until and including January 2 within 200 miles of selling station. For more information contact the agent of C P O Ry.
First publication notices the probate of Hans Paulson deceased and directs creditors to file claims. The Grand Rapids probate court orders examination and adjustment of all claims at the June term and requires four weeks of publication in the Marsfield newspaper. Dated December 9, 1922, by County Judge J. Conway.
The City Council of Marshfield Wisconsin discusses street improvements, avenue lighting, and a power company contract. Motions authorize expenditures for street corners, grant or deny petitions at Maple and Third, and set installation of electric lines. reports approve payments and adjournment.
For fine jewelry watches and stocks at reasonable prices call on Frank L Zweck the up-to-date toweler. Watch and clock repairing a specialty.
Fragmented market notes list wheat oats rye potatoes potatoes price per bushel, hay, butter, beef and pork weights and prices. Mentions creamery butter and various farm goods with unclear figures and units. No clear dates or entities.
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