Great Omens and Oddities Dominate Marshfield Chronicle
The February 4 1898 issue of The Marshfield Times recounts oddball prophecies and world oddities from New York to Texas. It notes supposed copper dens found in beans, hog cholera fears, and a clumsy satire of finance and politics. It mentions Senator Spooner’s son undergoing an appendectomy in Chicago, misprints about wheat stocks and pine timber estimates, and a Milwaukee death joke about a man who stays away three years. A grand feast in Denver honors the Sale Growers' association with oxen roasted for 15 000 guests, amid chaotic newspaper garbles and sensational humor.
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Denver
Sale Growers’ Association
Political Convention and Irish Murder Trial Summary
The acting secretary notes a convention decision to allocate one delegate for every 250 Republican votes, with Wolte county receiving seven delegates and Milwaukee County holding 1,067 delegates. Julius M. Zaelke, accused in the April 1, 1880 murder of farmer Davids of Dartford, is found guilty of first degree murder and sentenced to life in prison. The case is described as a historic and bloody event in the state.
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Muitof
Charles Pagtu
DHS
Wolte County
Milwaukee County
Julius ML
Zaelke
Maa Whey
Davids
Dartford
Uare
Wil
Roy
Auelke
Bing
Zurlke
Suse
Wisconsin Sugar Beets and Farm Support in Washington
Reports from the delegation detail agricultural deployments at Washington affecting Wisconsin sugar beet farmers. Officials describe shipments and programs meant to ease burdens, promising relief through federal measures and targeted assistance for the state’s agricultural communities.
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Denisys
Washington Upon
Wisconsidre
Wisconsin Sugar Beets Show Strongest Returns in Northwest
The department releases a report on chemical analysis of sugar beets grown in various districts. Wisconsin beets show high sugar content, with many samples around 14 to 20 percent and purity near 80 percent. Officials praise results and anticipate publishing broader state comparisons, noting Michigan New York and Colorado also rate well.
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Wilson
Wisconsin
Michigan
Sant Toy
New S York
Colorado
Wood County Hermit Lived Hard Life Amid Remote Cabin
Elvin Barker reports a Vermont native named in mis county as a reclusive hermit. For years he ran a small shop on Pere Alle Creek, then lost property after business reverses. The dwelling, a ramshackle hut near a broken highway, shows signs of neglect and smoke from an old stove. Locals describe his isolation and poverty as pitiful, with no witnesses to his final days.
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Elvin Barker
Gea Rapids
Edo
Comay
Hag
Rapids
Vermont
Mis County
Pridy
Jourty
Bess
Beleele
Calendar fragments for a century from a damaged note
A garbled list of dates and days, mentioning February, March, April, May, and November holidays. It all references historical calendar quirks, including parnoce events, Ash Wednesday, Lincoln’s birthday, St Patrick’s Day, and Thanksgiving, with many misspellings and incorrect numbers.
Resolutions of Respect for Departed Brother Member
Resolutions express sincere sorrow for the loss of our late member D.C. Loucks who served as a devoted father and friend to the lodge. The period of his membership is remembered with deep respect for his fidelity, kindness, and steady service to the community and our Fraternity.
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D.C. Loucks
Ground Hog Day Tradition and Weather Folklore
The article recalls Ground Hog Day and the belief that a shadow foretells six more weeks of winter. It notes the historical use of animal behavior to predict weather, cites the groundhog as a popular predictor, and explains the Feb 2 observance and regional faith in the creature’s behavior.
Ordination ceremony at Cathedral for priesthood
The ordination of Rev. acy Th. Kulletzbach to the priesthood and Rev. Kay Gen to deacon’s orders took place at the Cathedral this morning during the feast of St. Paul. The service began at nine. Bishop Gardner presided with sermon by Rev. Aiyshsack. others included Rev. C. G. Grafton and Rev. Talbot Rogers. The new priest is Geo. TE Kalmbach, pastor of St. Alban’s Mission, noted as a promising young minister.
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Urate
Pabronn
Sh. Paul
Urdingison
Acy
Th. Kulletzbach
Privethoor
Mitehgach
Denen
Gardner
Ahmapee
Kay
C. G. Grafton
Rusler
Talbot Rogers
Shaplain
Fond du Lac
Struck Pay Diet and Alaskan Salmon River Halted Work
A garbled report from Hiram Tort and a party wintering near the Salmon River mouth in Alaska details engagement in sluicing for gold and a building recovery plan. Mentions Neillsville residents, a governor, and shared losses from last fall with unclear specifics.
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Lottve
Hiram
Bie Salmon
Alaska
Nuillsville
Hihem
Neillsville Boys
Neilayaite
Will of an Unwasted Will of 19th Century Democrat Estate
A decedent’s will directs $1000 shares to supporters of the Democratic administration with provisions for division among heirs if conditions fail. Granddaughters receive $600 each if they remain single or marry Democrats. Remainder allocated to Democratic committees and individual beneficiaries with per customary bequests.
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Pennsylvania
Democratic National Committee
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Praised By User Testimony
An Ohio man near Tyler County, West Virginia, recounts rapid relief from coughs and colds after using Chamberlains Cough Remedy. He also cites Pain Balm easing rheumatic pain and sprains. Available at local drug stores Benny Horn Henry Wuen.
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OW. Hardman
Shorif
Tyler Co
W. Ya
Cale
Chamberlain
Benny Horn
Wisconsin housing and investment prospects in Norther Wisconsin
A promotional notice touts Wisconsin as a top state with strong land, iron ore, hardwood, and electricity resources. It highlights Turdwood lands near Wisconsin Contra Lines, low terms for buyers, and invites investors to request pamphlets from Milwaukee agents and the Industrial Commissioner. It promotes Wisconsin Central's connections to markets and urges submission of inquiries for exclamation of parcels and manufacturing access.
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Wiscansia
Llantas
Wisconsin
IML
Milwaukee
Wis
Nak
Wisconsin Central
W. HH. Killen
Milwauker
WHP
Whiteomb
Geel Nez
Johnson
Das
Foreclosure sale in Wood County court action noted
The document outlines a foreclosure proceeding in Wood County involving parties Porat Pitpitestify U Wat and Hebe Sherars with Robert Law Plafnck and Josef Steel 1 aut She Marshiell Brewing Company. It includes villainous legal language about sale by the court, the property description, and the dates in the month following.
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Robert Law Plafnck
Josef Steel
Marshiell Brewing Company
Ap Judson
Manstifield
Wood
Oisieen
Nora
Kangy
Giiuer
Cota
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the Marshfield Times
New York
Texas
Bryan
Ioith Thelander
Leiter
Hutt
Willets Spooner
John Spooner
Chicago
Senator Spooner
Urey
Weyerhauser
Minnegota
Anil
O. Vhis
Cheerediis Wissonsin
Miodegota
Qorann
Passengy
J. C. Bichets
W. J. Holland
Holland
Val Shambershiy
Henry Wuen
Leanne
Cnom
Acg
Purstenbers
Ago
Boxelyrs
HielerLand
Mr. Stafford
E. F. Mechler
Phe Leading Jeweler
Central Avenue
Marshfield
Vollmar & Voelker
Vollmar & Voelker CO
Valentines
Henry Horn’s
Dr. Brewer & Son
Midble
Welllnown
Tremont
Nellisville
Sang
Gts
Diguetes
Brewer & Son
Masonic Temple
Mi Ot
Saxton's
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