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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1918
Page
3
An artificial reflection from the text frames a man’s resolve to remain American as he contemplates his duties and legacy by the end of his career. The statement blends nationality with personal duty and enduring character.
An editorial extols war savings stamps as a simple way for every citizen to back the war effort. It explains bonds sell for 4.12 with 4 percent interest, redeemable on demand, and promotes stamps for even tiny purchases, noting their role in building national thrift and financing victory.
A warning urges citizens to stop waste and sabotage of food supplies. It notes rats destroy stored grain, aliens threaten mobilization, and careless actions in elevators mills and warehouses worsen shortages. The message stresses that conserving food is crucial to national power and war effort, with losses running to millions monthly.
A patriotic appeal urges better fire prevention across stores hotels markets and homes to save the nation’s food supply. It notes preventive steps reduce losses, emphasizes that destruction of food raises prices, and calls individuals to participate in safeguarding essential provisions.
A mash of clipped items from Wisconsin papers reflects wartime skepticism and political speech. References to Kaiser, rail timetables, farm labor plans, funding lawsuits, and calls for policy shifts show a restless press debating leadership, economy, and public duties amid conflict. Names like Lalollette, Thilips, Lemont ee appear in fragmentary form.
The Wisconsin senator Lafollette has been notably quiet amid war talk with Austria. He has avoided public appearances on the senate floor since the session began, receiving little publicity in Washington. Some see him as withdrawn, possibly reconsidering his stance and delaying active war discussion as a senate committee contemplates action.
The United States relies on a vast Civil Service Office corps of about twenty thousand government workers, many women, recruited from across the states. They perform rapid shorthand and typing tasks, handling immense correspondence daily, with authorities planning exams in Washington to join the effort and meet wartime needs.
A fragmentary report quotes American correspondents discussing German victory and the push to double daily work shifts for troops in France. Tension rises as complaints about eight hour days and extended duties spark anger and calls for faster action.
An excerpt from the St. Louis Post Dispatch quotes a creed arguing that the town is wrong and opposing public improvements. It advocates fighting against progress, aiming to disrupt plans and hinder reforms, while expressing mixed support for growth and life’s joys.
Emerson Tough argues in Leslie's that publishers provide essential American education via unpaid periodicals, uniting diverse groups and strengthening national purpose. He notes that training cantonments cost $14 million with a 2.98 percent contractor profit.
A jagged report from Iowa cites letters showing pro German sentiment and warnings of loyalty tests during the national defense period. It notes a Red Cross officer and others urging patriotism while some citizens threaten protest actions and silent fear of internal dissent.
Fragmentary item describes a fashion oddity nicknamed the wonder of the Seleh head and a man facing various rumors. It mentions Milwaukee, a delivery job, and a boastful reaction to a girl. The language is garbled and unclear on specifics.
Philadelphia resident Mrs. Sarah A. Jones reports severe fatigue and nervousness from overwork. After eight bottles of Vinol she gained weight and became strong and healthy, praising Vinol and the Sexton-Demgen Drug Co guarantee.
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