Modesty Marks British Flyer as War Publicist
David Henderson head of Air Board defends Royal Air Corps advertising its efforts and describes air warfare strategy. He notes the air corps has grown, suffers losses, and uses versatile squadron deployment while stressing spirit over propaganda and the perils of standardizing aircraft construction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Htoyal Corps
David Henderson
Air Board
Royal Flying Corps
Gra
David Bender
Aylag
Henderson
Flying Corps
Ford
He Muang
Soene Cine
Gerrauns
Tew
the Sonme
Theresus
Troin
Bikeie
Alder
Far West Is Unaffected by Electric Sign Rule Coastwise
Western cities largely escape the fuel administration order controlling electric signs used to corrain horses. Marking by water power regions like Oregon shows the rule does not apply where electricity is water produced. Large Pacific Northwest cities rely little on coal or oil for power. Some smaller towns burn savillls waste to generate electricity, which also falls outside the order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corrain Hors
Fuvet
Holmes
Oregon
Pacific Northwest
Ndaoilaotstradon
Britain Purchases 69 Million Pounds Wool In 15 Weeks
Col. Willey the wool controller announced that Britain bought 69 million pounds of wool in the last 15 weeks, up 19 million pounds from the same period last year. The government stated this as part of wartime supply efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britain
Col
Willey
Bequest to Wisconsin Sanatorium Sparks Deep Public Health Impact
Wisconsin leaders hail Col. John Hicks Oshkosh bequest of 20000 to Winnebago County tuberculosis sanatorium as epoch making. The gift backs anti tuberculosis campaigns, boosts public health education, and inspires broader private philanthropy in disease prevention. The measure aligns with ongoing presses for government life insurance for veterans, noting large-scale applications from Camp Wadsworth across November.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
Winnebago County
John Hicks
Oshkosh
Lealers
Milwaukee
Wisconsin Anti-Tuberculosis Association
Dr. Harrington
Winnchago County
Col. Hicks
Pram
Mont
Csumtpaies
Treat
Ae Cheneways
Turer
United States
Camp Wadsworth
Spartanburg
S. C
Bureau of War Risk Insurance
United
Tes
Examiners Find Only 15 Percent Shoes Fit Properly
Army and civilian shoe experts report from front examinations at army courts that about 15 percent of men wore shoes that fit properly. Among groups examined 28 percent had shoes overall too small, 26 percent were a full size short, and 8 percent wore shoes two sizes short. Reasons include men choosing shoes too small, faulty fitting, and inconsistent markings by manufacturers.
State Breeders Plan National Holstein Meet
Wisconsin Holstein breeders meet in Burlington for first national Holstein convention in the state. Holstein-Friesian Association of America announces next convention and sale to be held in Milwaukee on June 16. The event follows the association’s 17th anniversary campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
Burlington
Holstein-Friesian Assocition of America
Milwauker
Early Motion Picture Machine Exhibit at Wisconsin
The University of Wisconsin physics department owns one of the first motion picture machines, possibly the oldest in the northwest. It was purchased in 1896 and is shown to topic classes each year, illustrating how early machines looked and functioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwest
Physics Department
University of Wisconsin
University
Girl Prefers Crepe Waist Over Beau In March To Mendelssohn
A witty Florida Times-Union note mocks a girl who values her Georgette crepe waist over romance and resists being dragged into a familiar tune by her suitor. The quip plays on social expectations and fashion sensibilities of the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Mendelssohn
Florida Times-Union
Weary Mike Seeks Mr McAfee On Phone Call
In a humorous note from the Lincoln Telephone News Weary Mike asks to speak with Mr McAfee and questions the operator about the number and a possible pinch. The snippet captures light exchange over telephone etiquette in a bustling city environment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mike
Entertainment Plans for Soldiers Camp Shows
Reports from southern camps promise vinidewille style shows and high grade theatre for troops. Committees in camps and towns prepare a nine week slate of performances with bagless smilage coupons valid for admission during the week of January 28.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vamps
Cantonments
When Ma Is Sick and Other Local Notes
When Ma is sick the narrative shows her quiet strength as she tends to tasks and even sings. The item notes Mrs William Geisert hospitalized with an aneurysm and a child born to Mr and Mrs George Nelson while local residents handle daily tasks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mable
West Marshfield
William Geisert
George Nelson Lary Wriday
John Lonekel
Albert
James Tremelling
Arthur
Rozellville
D. Pehranbach
A. Gersu
Local notes and family updates from a cold season
Mrs Pearl Mohle is gravely ill at her daughter’s home. Albert Schulte broke his arm cranking a machine. A party at Mr and Mrs Joe Eekes’s home honored guest James Tremelling who sewed wood last week. Families share Christmas supper at Brown Morey’s. A cow strayed from Mr Kautzer’s farm and remains unfound. Various illnesses and safe zero weather with icy roads mentioned. Red Cross meeting planned at the Albert George home. Dora Regele works at Ark home during grandmother’s illness. Ed Mark visited Brown Morey on his way to Barron county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mohle
Bee
Pearl
Ay Avit
Albert Schulte
Henry
Joe Eekes
Fames Tremelling
Prink Riegle
Mrvt
Ed. Lelpherr
Gus Henkelard
Brown Morey
Meyer Clover Halier
Hillman
Eekes
Andrews
G. Hankel
Charles Heckel
Stratford
Red Cross
Albert, George
Dora Regele
the Ark Home
Mark
Barron County
When Ta Is Sick The House Is In A Fiy Skeeree
When Ta is ill the household feels fear and tension as Maan us breath held and Pi groans. The sick person rasps and sighs while Ma and the family react with alarm as everyone fears Pa also falling ill and the home becomes unsettled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tie
Prices in Germany Boosted by War Costs
Prices in Germany for textiles soar as wartime shortages push costs higher. Woolen goods such as gunardino now fetch higher per yard rates, with velvet and wool fabrics climbing significantly from prewar 72 cents to unknown current, while other goods like suitenes and Volles rise sharply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Germany
Uncertain Future As Conversation Shifts From Tokens to Topics
A fragment from the Washington Star shows a girl questioning life choices as she mentions quitting playful tokens like flowers and matinee tickets to discuss serious matters such as poverty, rent, and furnace coal. The tone hints at a changing dynamic and tension in aspirations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laud Reginald
Furnace Coal
Washington Star
Spencer Haven Named New Attorney General in Hudson
Spencer Haven of Hudson was appointed attorney general to succeed Walter C. Owen who becomes a state supreme court member after Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spencer Haven
Hudson
Walter C. Owen
State Supreme Court
TRY A TIMES WANT AD A MONTH IT PAYS
An old classified notice highlights weekly or monthly want ad options in The Times urging readers to try advertising for returns. It emphasizes affordability and steady inquiries to boost local business and personal needs.
Try a Want Ad in The Fimer-it Works
A brief notice inviting readers to place want ads in The Fimer-it Works, outlining submission details, contact point, and advertising options for personal and business listings.
Local Community Notes From Marshfield Area
Resident Jan Mann returns home with daughter from Washington after a week in St Joseph’s hospital. Several visitors and workers noted, including Ernest Butcher, Henry Gowman, George Zalmer, Oscar Kibbel, and Frack family from Milwaukee. Hay loading by Vanderberg and Hoff, and Seehater & Son buyers. Gertrude Cramer undergoes throat operation. Mrs Matt Mritton teaches during absence. Mrs Ed Taanke at Me Otte Hof shared a valued work horse event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mann
Jan
J. A. Stickney
Marshfield
Washington, D.C
Ernest Butcher
Wauseshi
Ayo
George Butcher
Renry Gowman
George Zalmer
Richard Kock
Sawiy
Oscar Kibbel
Logis Page
Veofkind Ridat
Frack
Milwaukee
Vanderberg
Hoff
Seehater & Son
Weifel
Josephine
Richard Kovh
Gertrude Cramer
Merrill
Matt Mritton
Ed. Taanke
Bakerville Wedding Plans for Nikolaus Henseler and Ellora Michels
The engagement announcement for Nikolaus Henseler and Ellora Michels was made at Corpus Christi church. The community notes report the church annual meeting, a well attended New Year dance at Yaeger hall, and local updates on residents and farming moves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nikolaus Henseler
Ellora Michels
Corpus Christi Church
Bakerville
the Ladies of the Corpus Christi
Catholic Church
Yaeger Hall
Local Notes From Stratford Area Household Visits
Staadt and Mrs Scharr spent Sunday with daughter Mrs Mary Matthes and husband William Staadt. Zopli were in Marshfield between trains Saturday. Miss Lucy Doleschal started school after a week off. Miss Viola Staudt resumed string teaching at Riverside. Lawrence Dont trims did business in Stratford. Viola Staudt and Anna Hinkrath visited the school Monday. Harry Hofsenperger fractured a knee below the joint while hauling pollens. Mrs Cox visited Mr and Mrs Matt Zopti Thursday. John Vischer and wife moved to Marshfield. Mrs Margaret Sawicki of Ravine visited her parents Mr and Mrs Mate Zonti. Miss Mildred Reno was in Stratford. Bernard Zopfi goes to Racine for auto factory work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laawrener
Trims
Stratford
Viola Staudt
Anna Hinkrath
Harry Hofsenperger
and Alps
Matt. Zopti
John Vischer
Marshfield
Margaret Sawicki
Ravine Wie
Mate. Zonti
Mildred Reno
Bernard Zopfi
Racine
Mill Creek Notes on Local School and Visitors
Mill Creek reports the District 2 school resumed Monday after a two week holiday. The Webster school opened. Teresa Simon visited with her parents on Sunday. Will Schwoeder searched for timber in the area as timber remains scarce. F Seidel hauled sand from the Yellow River. Briekheimer bought cattle and George Hasselberger purchased a new sleigh. It pays to trade in Marshfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mill Creek
Jan
Webster
Charles Seidel
Merrill
Teresa Simon
Will Schwoeder
F. Seidel
Yellow River
Briekheimer
George Hasselberger
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Modesty
Far West
GOV. Insurance
The
First National Bank
United States Depository Marshfield
Redemption Fund Banking House
Federal Reserve Bank
BF. Meu Gay
I Marsh
Fe G. Hambright
Cashi Angeph Kleinh
1 Stauber
Asst. Cashiers
McMellan, J.C, Marsh, L, TH. Thom
P, J, Schaeer, F. A, Noll, H, H
Names Attorney General
Peter Kraemer
Anna Gleichsner
Turetch
Stasdt
William Staadt
Art. Zopli
Arnold Peanetiecker
Madison Road
Lucy Doleschal
Riverside
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