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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1882
Page
1
Local brief items report social events and business news in Marshfield area. Highlights include a grand ball at H Steinmetz hall, new cigar samples at Sexton, praise for a new power press, and Dr Remington lamenting Marshfield. Mentions of lumber trades, property ads, local shops, and upcoming community gatherings.
The Beon house, seven miles distant, burned last week with Mrs. Beon barely escaping. The report notes the blaze and total loss, while the piece also mentions local events and business visits in Abbotsford and Kau Claire, highlighting new press work and advertising success.
Marshfield businessmen protest needless delays in telegraph messages across the line. W H Upham’s Cleveland dispatch arrived early. Raymond’s telegram to the District Attorney at Wausau showed as not needed yet arrived after the attorney returned home. A writer’s dispatch to Wausau met two days of silence. locals urge a petition to address the issue.
Desirable house with two lots, barn and other out buildings convenient for immediate use. Enquire at this office.
On Wednesday evening last the members of the North Star Lodge 1999 LO of G T gathered for a social event. The report notes a refreshment period and fellowship among attendees.
A greeting to Hveen members marks the largest attendance of the season. The No 2 division backs their leader Wi. V. T. Mrs. Roane in a well rendered programme titled Que Mottois Excelsior. Come and help is urged.
Personal notes from Thorpy and Centralia towns recount visits by L. C. Garton, J. Diamond, and others, with social calls to De Lovdrop, Mrs. Tipbes, and Mr. Ingalls. Movements include residents heading to Watertown, Eau Claire, Milwaukee, and Chicago for visits, social events, and business.
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