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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1897
Page
9
Fragmentary text shows garbled phrases about a surgeon and medical items as a laundry ad snippet appears. The legible parts reference a laundry block and a promise of satisfaction with no teasing, but details are unclear and largely unintelligible.
The article recounts a wrestling contest between a Welsh champion and a local rival, focusing on the challenger Ved and his effort against a stronger opponent. It notes long exchanges, clever defense, and a late decisive moment as the Welshman gains the upper hand. The narrative highlights the crowd’s reaction, ring action, and the referee’s role in guiding the match.
The note urges making contracts for the upcoming season and mentions a utility of Yallow River for fun in a light, informal tone. It references Lonone Muss and summer activities, suggesting planning and recruitment or arrangements for leisure or youth engagements. The readable text is fragmented but centers on preparation and potential opportunities.
A Chippewa Falls hoax involved con artists posing as doctors to sell a dubious eye and health device. They targeted local residents scamming Fred Schulz and August Budke, with Dr H A Lathrop named as a physician they claimed backed the cure. Victims paid high prices for a patent “eye restorer” and other useless devices, while the swindlers fled to other towns.
The Superior Times reports a lighthearted surprise staged by Rev. Tal’s Thompson Avenue M H Church congregation. Spontaneous gifts appeared as stained glass, chairs, lamps, and a planned tea at the parsonage led to a mock wedding for the pastor and a chosen couple, with a license detail noted as favored by Superior for location.
The masquerade held last Thursday at Adier's Hall drew about forty attendees in varied costumes, pairing unique faces with playful personas. Hoch spirits and social mingling followed as revelers unveiled their characters, including German peasant women, Persian ladies, Indian chiefs, and sea side dudes, with names of participants listed after the event.
The article reports a secret nuptial between Allie Pollett, 14, daughter of Mr. Leon Dygart, and a son of Bry and Mrs. GT. Folios, allegedly wed last August. Parents and community reacted with disbelief while the couple continued attending school this winter. a clergyman who officiated was criticized as wrongfully acting.
The community expects a crowded race for city offices as the Spring Election nears. Mayoral contenders are uncertain though interest grows. Debate centers on whether to back a single slate or run separate tickets, with April likely to reveal more candidates.
Notice from St Alban s mission describes Ash Wednesday Holy Communion at 4 30 am with penitential office and meditation on temptation. Friday Lent services alternate between Fr Bransjeart and Fr Weller at private homes with meditations on The Cross. Holy Communion on the Annunciation festival March 3 and regular Sunday services continue. All invited.
The Wisconsin Central sells round trip excursion tickets to Washington D C at 25 00 for the inaugural ceremonies Dates on sale March 1 and 24 reopen the 10th Fare from Marshfield to New Orleans Mardi Gras 37 80 round trip Tickets on sale February 22 to 28 Good for return until March 27 Enquire A W Moznne Agent for details
A subscriber submits a diy diphtheria cure: make two sacks large enough to span the neck, fill two-thirds with salt and ashes, pour boiling water, add iodine, then place across the throat and chest wrapped in flannel, to be borne to the child. The piece urges the method despite warning signs of risk.
A fragment describes using a second sack to apply heat alternately, then cooling with a cloth soaked in oil to treat swelling and ease a child’s pain. It advises four to five hours of care and asserts the child will be out of danger after the swelling subsides.
Mortgagees warn of sale on public auction in Marshfield Wood County Wisconsin to satisfy principal and interest on a note of eighty eight dollars and ninety cents plus costs. The property described includes Block Seventy Seven and adjacent parcels in Marshfield with a verified deed file and prior assignments to Upham Manufacturing Company. The sale is set for a date in April at 1 PM, conducted by the Sheriff or Deputy, with proceeds to cover debt, interest, and costs. The matter involves Charles B Rowe and Anna L. Rowe as makers and Upham Manufacturing Company as current mortgage holder.
The State of Wisconsin announces judicial election notifications in multiple counties. It lists vacancies for the Supreme Court and circuit judges, with term expirations in January 1888 and related districts including Florence, Langlade, Outagamie, Shawano, Lincoln, Marathon, Oneida, Vilas, Clark, Wood, and others. It directs official duties for county clerks and election procedures to be conducted per state law.
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