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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1906
Page
8
A Yale Law School professor explains that common sense informs law but time calculations govern age. He cites the birthday rule used in common law: a person becomes twenty one at the start of the day of their twenty first birthday, not at birth. The rule applies across states using England’s common law.
A fragmented Chicago News extract comments on ambition laziness and folly with proverbs about prodigals and forgetfulness. It notes that imagination and cool actions drive troubles while favors fade from memory. The tone blends moral aphorisms about human behavior and outcomes.
A surgeon asserts that leg crossing contributes to appendicitis. He cites operating on 719 patients and notes that crossing legs can squeeze the vermiform appendix, causing irritation and inflammation. The theory is shared by other surgeons, with occasional claims that avoiding leg crossing might reduce cases.
Two young men from Columbia College join a speed chase after a striking driver who woos them with a rapid runabout. The pursuit ends when a damaged car, a mysterious sister Annette, and a sign reading For Sale Cheap lead them to Burt Henderson’s home, prompting a swift return to New York.
A. C. Benson notes that vulgarity is more common among men than women, arguing that women's stronger emotional focus on relationships curbs vulgar impulses. He suggests vulgarity arises from valuing material status, while women tend toward sympathy and consolation.
A former colonel warns that state militia members who ignore duty calls risk lifelong stigma as dishonorably discharged soldiers. He notes that such individuals are permanently barred from holding public office at municipal, state, or federal levels, with several cases cited as warnings.
Notice to pay taxes for the city of Marshield Wood County Wisconsin. Tax roll is in hand for collection. Taxes received starting December 27 1906. No collection fees if paid by January 11 1907. After January 31 1907 a 2 percent collection fee applies. Office hours 8 am to 12 pm and 1 pm to 4 pm. Dated December 19 1906 in Marshield Wisconsin. C Veaper City Treasurer.
James Donahue of New Britain Connecticut reports failing health from kidney and diabetes improved after using Foley's Kidney Cure. After two bottles he improved and five bottles cured him, aiding a life insurance exam. Haley's Kidney Cure also claims to cure backache and kidney bladder troubles.
School district number one seeks 500 sound maple wood cards, body and feet long, to be delivered to city schools in Marshfield Wisconsin this winter. Prices available at Dr. W. S. Heaton’s office on Central Avenue.
An old proven remedy for cold croup and whooping cough is advertised as opium free and safe for children. It has a thirty year reputation and is described as pleasant to take. Sold by Sexton Bros.
An advertisement from Chicago warns of very low fares to Texas and Mexico via the Watash route. It directs readers to contact F H Trigtram assistant passenger agent at Wanash Railroad, Adams Street, Chicago, for full details.
Canton Center Connecticut mail carrier E G Case says Chamberlains Cough Remedy is king of all for croup and best for coughs and colds, giving certain results with no bad effects. Sold by Sexton Bros.
Public travel offer promotes a Northwest and Westward excursion with rail lines via Chicago and North Western. Details mention agency contact for arrangements and dates, urging interested home seekers to apply through the railway agents.
W L Rawls of Bells Tennessee suffered nasal catarrh for twenty years. He reports swelling and soreness inside the nose became bearable after applying Bucklen's Arnica Salve to the sore area. The soreness and swelling disappeared and did not return. The salve is sold for 25 cents at Sexton Bros. Druggist.
An illustrated catalog promises insight into cow, steer, and horse hides and their conversion into fur coats robes and garments. Rochester based Cros by Frisian Fur Co presents the guide, enticing readers to value hides for fur products and fashion.
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