Marshfield to Host Sixth Central Wisconsin State Fair in 1908
The Central Wisconsin State Fair Association announces the sixth annual fair to be held August 25 to 28, 1908 in Marshfield. Secretary Pankow begins promotions, aims for liberal attractions, homegrown parade and floral pageant, free vehicle decorations, and broader regional turnout with entry clerks sent to Grand Rapids and nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Wisconsin State Fair Association
Tall Association
Pankow
Grand Rapids
Marshfield
Grasshoppers In January Report Prompts Wonder
E. Vi Higgins of McDill recalls catching a live grasshopper on Tuesday January 2 and warming it indoors where it moved like summer. The sighting near Stevens Point hints at an early warm spell and sparks talk among locals.
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E. Vi Higgins
McDill
Higgins
Stevens Point
Portaga
Corning Station
Oshk
Portage Register
M. J. Welch
G. W. Morrison
Humane Society movement eyed in city aims to aid animals
A city movement seeks to form a humane society to prevent animal suffering and abuse. Gr Rapids recently formed a large group, and Marshfield style organization would help stop overworked horses and ensure blankets in cold weather. The group would also support destitute children and families, with hopes for an local chapter soon.
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Humane Society
Gr Rapids
Marshfield
Upham Manufacturing Unveils New Furniture Catalogue
Upham Manufacturing Co to issue a handsome new furniture catalogue this week detailing bedroom suites wardrobes chiffoniers sideboards buffets and odd pieces. The firm expands its market yearly with an elegant imperial press birch finish likely to gain popularity and photographs for the catalogue were taken by Artist Walter Mason.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Upham Manufacturing Co
Imperial Press
Upham Company
Walter Mason
Local Teamster Injured by Rolling Log at Stratford
Charles Leibelt of Stratford, a teamster for R. Conner Lumber Co., fractured his leg when a heavy log rolled onto it last Friday in Stratford. He was brought to the hospital the same day for treatment and the fracture was reduced. He is recovering but will be laid up for several weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Leibalt
R. Conner Lumber Co
Stratford
Catholic Census Details Wisconsin Population and Institutions
A Wisconsin Catholic census reports 518 459 Catholics in the state about 23 percent of residents, with diocesan totals: Milwaukee 330 000 Green Bay 135 000 La Crosse 109 275 Superior 44 184. Wisconsin has 782 priests 825 churches 80 parochial schools 65 966 youths in Catholic custody and 26 hospitals and aged homes. The record lists diocesan distributions and state educational and welfare facilities. The Fortnightly Musical program followed with performances by Rosa m and others.
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United States
Milwaukee
Green Bay
la Crosse
Superior
Wisconsin
Cate
Catholic Theological Seminary
Bond Dance to Feature Second Regiment Band at Armory
A benefit dance is planned at the armory on Wednesday evening, February 19, with the Second Regiment band providing music. Extensive preparations are underway to ensure a social success. The full band will perform a rare treat for dancers, recalling popular past dances with full-band music.
Bishop Weller to Preach at St Albans on Sunday
Bishop Weller of Fond du Lac spent Sunday in the city as guest of Mr and Mrs W Fr Roddis and delivered an instructive sermon at St Albans church to a large audience. He will depart Monday for Wausau then proceed to New York City for several weeks of preaching in that vicinity.
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Weller
Fond du Lac
W. Fr. Roddis
St. Albans’ Church
Wausau
New York City
Chicken Thief Leaves Money In Chicken Coop
Mrs. Alice Wensing of Racine found her chickens missing last Wednesday and located a pocketbook with $90 on the coop floor. She advertises for the owner to recover the money and identify the thief, who is believed to be the money’s owner.
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Alice Wensing
Racine
NEW STATE BANK OPENS IN MARSHFIELD SOON
The Marshfield State Bank will open next Tuesday morning at the corner of Coistal avenue and Third street with State Bank Examiner Bergh present to inaugurate the institution. A daytime reception will welcome visitors to inspect the building, its safekeeping measures, and modern conveniences including a large vault, burglar proof safe, and hot water heating. The bank features spacious lobby and offices, mission oak furniture, glazed glass, and white marble base boards, touted as one of Central Wisconsin’s finest furnished banking homes.
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Marshfield State Bank
Coistal Avenue
Third Street
State Bank
Bergh
Wisconsin
Society of Equity Meeting Elects Delegates and Officers
The Society of Equity held a large meeting at city hall with local farmers in attendance. J C Davis was elected by acclamation as a delegate to the U S National Convention to be held next December. Officers for the ensuing year were elected: President M Ehrhardt Cameron. Vice President C J Morrison Cameron. Secretary August Draeger Hewitt. Treasurer John Hanson Marshfield.
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American “Society of Equity
J.C. Davis
U. S
San
M. Ehrhardt
Town of
Cameron
C. J. Morrison
Town Cameron
August Draeger
Town Hewitt
John Hanson
Town
Death of Mrs John Hyland in Marshfield
Mrs Ellen Hyland wife of John Hyland died Tuesday morning at 2 o'clock of catarrhal pneumonia after several weeks illness. Born in England 80 years ago she had lived in Marshfield over twenty years. Nephew Tom Bahsam and wife from Chicago telegrammed for details. funeral at home on north side with Rev William Dafter officiating. Mr Hyland is very ill and may not attend the funeral, his condition feared to worsen with the shock.
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Ellen Hyland
John Hyland
England
Marshfield
Tom Bahsam
Chicago
Wm. Dafter
Hyland
Loud Talk at Arpin Jewish Colony Seeks Legal Aid
Male members of the Arpin Jewish colony travelled to the city for legal aid to settle internal disputes. Judges Hahn handled cases, one man paid a fine for abusive language, another settled a prosecutor related charge, and relations warmed. Women refugees report three families remaining.
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Arpin
Hahn
Shot In Leg During Hunting Accident Near Klondike
Fred Etsa of Klondike was accidentally shot in the leg by James Johnson while hunting Sunday afternoon. Etsa was taken to the city hospital and operated on, with several shot removed from the injured leg. Johnson used a shotgun and the physician reported the patient is now getting along nicely.
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Fred Etsa
Klondike
James Johnson
Johnson
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Grasshoppers
A Humane Society
Charles Leibelt
Roman Catholic Statistics
B. Palling
Paso Dutt
Rosamande
Seubert
Mr. Reynolds
Biss Mason
Chaminade Kizouen Ars
Delow
Valakies
Glussner
Sonu
Edwin Howard
Williams
Piaxo
Schira Kisieike
Whitney
Encriza
Boot Lane
Blumenthal
Howard
Troni Vere
Dorsehe
Reetor
Bond
Bishop Weller
NEW State Bank
Society of Equity
Valenciennes
Chantilly
India
Launsdale
Grinham
Allendale
F. H. Witters Company
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