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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1888
Page
1
The issue reports Christmas and New Year events across Stevens Point and nearby towns, including church entertainments, gift-giving at Williams, and social gatherings. It notes weather impacts, advertisements, and community updates, with notices on subscriptions, wood supply, rail freight, and local business promotions.
Andrew Sexton from Madison spent Christmas with WIA Alfred Jones. Jacob Musller pays taxes first, City Treasurer Schauere receipt no.1. Dr Nintzel to return Jan 2 1889. J C Williams offers stock clearout at cost. WGD A meets Jan 4 with Mrs Hawley. Saw mill whistle signals work and refreshment. City school report delayed. Week of prayer at AY Church with watch meeting Monday. City asks for clean crossings and walks after show. Marshfield Bank advertises cheaper exchange. N D Goan of Eau Claire to visit January with pianos. Harmonical Band booked for dances at Lubr’s Hall Dec 29 and Guckenberger’s Hall Dec 31. W P Fleming leaves Upham Mfg Co. future plans uncertain due to health.
A detailed view of the new J J Williams hardware store in Marshfield describes the building, architecture, and interior. It notes Oshkosh brick, Juliet freestone trimmings, an elevator, a 12,000 dollar stock, and a focus on stoves, tools, and hardware. John J Williams is profiled as a self-made proprietor with a long Wis consin business career and a generous civic stance.
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