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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1905
Page
12
The column notes Unity’s Olson Bros cutting wood for farmers as winter logs gather, reports good crops, and mentions Mrs Aug Schwantes visiting Beaver. It describes springlike weather, health tips, school vacation, a sleigh ride to McMillan No. 2, candy making, and local residents’ health and travel notes. The masquerade drew crowds from Halder and Mosinee.
A busy weekend with a sleigh ride party and visits from Rowlands and family. Sherry basketball faces Auburndale at Bleaker Friday seeking a win. Woodmen Camp touts membership drive and cheap insurance. Local receptions honor John E. Jones returning from Waukesha county. A ghostly party at Herman and Mrs Jantz showcased hospitality. Rheumatism ads promote Cole's Birdbuilder liniment.
Nothing is more in demand than a medicine meeting modern needs for a blood and system cleanser. Dr. King's New Life Pills claim to cure stomach and liver troubles. Available at Sexton Bros. drug store for 25 cents, guaranteed.
Lindsey area notices report Francis Hart sick with mumps and a birthday celebration for Mrs Lem Hawe. A dance at Lindsay hall features Bisbee's orchestra. Mrs James Johnson recently worked with Crusaders in southern state and Rev T M Haight spoke to large crowd. Mr and Mrs O B Elwood thank those who helped after their son Kenneth’s death. An obituary notes Kenneth Elwood died January 15 from bowels inflammation. A promo touts Cole's Cartoli salve and Kennedy's Laxative Horsy and Tar for coughs and colds with claims of safety and effectiveness.
The Marshfield Methodist church hosts a two day Sunday School institute February 16 and 17 directed by Dr. Charles Roads of Philadelphia. Roads has a national reputation as a Sunday school worker and leader. Organizers promise new inspiration and an enlarged vision for Sunday school work. The program will be announced later. plan to attend.
Game Warden George W Brown of Pittsville seized about 300 partridges and venison on Wisconsin Central train No 4 last Friday night. Shipment from St Paul to A B Aarin Chicago led to the wraped consignment sent to the State Hospital for the Insane at Madison. Violations include shipment of game out of Minnesota and through Wisconsin with fines up to 200 dollars. The seizure is praised as one of the year’s most important. Also listed are recent real estate transfers in Marathon county including Hughes Hardenbrook, Bosning Throm, Johnson Hulee, Frey Hulee, Plank Emma, Smale Leon, Jacoes Hawke, Peterson Thro with respective parcels and amounts.
The Wood County Telephone company of Grand Rapids announced rate increases effective February 1. Business telephones will be $3.00 and residence telephones $1.50. The stock company owners say they must charge these levels to continue good service, noting Marshfield offers comparable service and lower rates at $2.50 for business lines and lower for residences.
An advertisement claims Kodol Dyspepsia Cure digests food for stomach rest and health without dieting. It cites J D Erskine of Allenville Michigan and a sister-in-law who recovered from heartburn and was unable to eat, with two bottles producing instant relief and renewed appetite. Sold by R J Strauss.
Advice urges immediate use of Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy at first signs of hoarseness or croupy cough in children. It claims to prevent the attack, is pleasant and safe, and is sold by Henry Horn and all druggists.
The Methodist church announces Sunday morning sermon on Satisfaction and evening sermon on The Mob as a Jury. Rev. J A Witter, the pastor, invites all to attend for good music and a welcoming service.
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