Forty Two French Orphans Cared For By Marshfielders
Report from the Fatherless Children of France Club shows local adoptions of French war orphans by residents Hugo Wegener W Luavallc Miss Dorothy Kamps D A Kailans William Hipke and R L Peterson. Local organizations have adopted children and pledges include George D Booth and multiple clubs. The group urges joining a club for 3 65 toward yearly support if full funds are not available.
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France
Clnb
Hugo Wegener
W. Luavallc
Dorothy Kamps
D. A. Kailans
William Hipke
R. L. Peterson
Presbyterian Sunday School
Presbyterian Ladies Aid Society
Owls Lodge
Oddfellows Lodge
Eagles Lodge
Royal Neighbors
Modern Wood Ten
George D. Booth
Wisconsin Highway Commission Seeks Public Help on Patrol Integrity
The Wisconsin Highway Commission urges public cooperation to improve highway maintenance as patrolmen gain experience. It asks citizens to report indeterminately marked sections, negligence, or inadequate maintenance. Constructive criticism is welcomed to prevent blunders and ensure progress.
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Wisconsin Highway Commission
E Commission
Wisconsin Highways Commission
State Trunk Highway System markings described
The article explains the white bands and black triangle sign reading State Trunk Highway with a Wis. tag. It notes each trunk highway has two numbers and the system covers about 5000 miles. Nearly 500 patrolmen maintain routes, with counties responsible for local maintenance paid back by the state from auto license fees, and claims improvements to Wisconsin’s main roads.
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Wis
Wisconsin
Walters to Speak at Armory for Congress in 1918
Dr Frank A Walters of Stevens Point announces a campaign speech at the Armory in this city with Hon D E Frost and Hon W H Wilson among local speakers. The Wausau Pilot notes Walters ranks high in his party and would offer strong wartime leadership, promising to place the Eighth district on the map if elected.
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Frank A. Walters
Stevens Point
Congress
D. E. Frost
W.H. Wilson
Interned antwar critic Stauss sent to Fort Oglethorpe
Greenbush resident Charles W. Stauss has been interned under a presidential warrant for disloyal remarks. He will be transferred from Milwaukee to Fort Oglethorpe Ga. The case, first of its kind in the county, drew wide comment and warnings against pro German sentiment.
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Charles W. Stauss
Greenbush
Fort Oglethorpe
Thia
Stauss
America
Germany
Plymouth
Federal
Milwaukee
Goas
Georgia
Stars and Stripes
United States
Sheboygan Daily Press
Calumet County
Chilton Times
Paid Advertisement by A Normington of Grand Rapids Wisconsin
A paid advertisement statement appears, noting it is written and authorized to be paid for by A Normington of Grand Rapids Wisconsin. The notice provides no additional details about the business or purpose.
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A. Normington
Grand Rapids, Wis
Candidate for Sheriff Seeks Republican Nomination
C A Normington announces candidacy for the Wood County Sheriff nomination on the Republican ticket at the September primary from Grand Rapids Wisconsin. He asks voters for support at the primary.
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Wood County
C. A. Normington
Grand Rapids, Wis
William Woodhead of What Cheer Enlists in U S Marines
William Woodhead of What Cheer Iowa has enlisted in the U S Marines in Omaha Nebraska He is described as a modest soldier confident Uncle Sam will provide a good fighter He identifies as a corn fed product of good gold Iowa and vows to bring what cheer with a bayonet against Potsdam squarehead in a future clash
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Omaha
The Man Who Is Usually On His Toes
A concise reflection notes that a man known for his vigilance and agility tends to be financially secure as well, implying a link between mobility and wealth.
Free Fair Attractions Promise Bolder Midway Shows
Marshfield’s Central Wisconsin State Fair runs September 3 to 6 with free aeroplane stunts. The Marriott troupe performs daring aerial acts, including a woman on a propeller, torpedoes on wings, and a monoplane finale, amid other vaudeville and midways acts. The lineup includes Kafka Trio, All-Star Vaudeville, Frisco Four, Madame Melba, and more high class attractions.
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Marshfield
Marriott Troupe
The
Fair Association
Frisco
Madame Melba
Apple Crop Is Light and Small Fruit Scarce
The University of Wisconsin horticulture chief R. H. Roberts calls this a severe small fruit season. Apples prospects have been only fair and decline, blossoms suffered from a cold wet spring, and half-formed fruit has fallen. Late cherries look fair, but early cherries were light. Strawberries and other berries share the overall shortage.
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R. H. Roberts
Department of Horticulture
University of Wisconsin
Mr. Roberts
Mill Creek Hints of Busy Hay Season and Local Visits
In Mill Creek on July 22 Mrs. M Gallatin's father Mr Witt of Marshfield aided the Gallatin family with hay. Elmer Wundrow returned from the West to help his parents during haying. Several local boys left for training camps last week. M Ruplinger of Orleans Neb visited to inspect his farm. Miss Leona Gallatin visited Myrtle Wundrow. Wm Ohm widened his cellar and is installing a cement floor. The town notes the heat as a prevailing topic.
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Mill Creek
M. Gallatin
Mr. Witt
Marshfield
Gallatin
Elmer Wundrow
Chag
Wundrow
M. Ruplinger
Orleans
Neb
Leona Gallatain
Myrtle Wundrow
Wm. Ohm
Adela Karan Weds Oscar Kibble At Immanuel's Marshfield
Miss Adela Karan daughter of Mr and Mrs G Karan united in marriage with Mr Oscar Kibble at Immanuels Church Marshfield last Tuesday. Rev Theo Thom officiated. The bride wore Georgetta crepe with ribbon and pearl trim, veil, shower bouquet. Attendant Miss Lelia Kibble of Kewaskum. groom's attendant Emil Karau. Reception at bride's parents home for immediate family. Out-of-town guests included Mr and Mrs Geo Kibble and Lelia of Kewaskum and Mrs Louis Krueger of Collins Wis.
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Mannville
Immanuel’s
Marshfield
Adela Karan
G. Karan
Oscar Kibble
Theo, Thom
Lelia Kibble
Kewaskum
Emil Karau
Veefkind
Geo
Kibble
Lelia
Louis Krueger
Collins
Wis
Richfield Notes on Haying Visits and Local Happenings
Richfield July 22 local notices report haying and local visits. Ed Lenhert and family seen on the streets. Mrs E E Noble hosts her mother Mrs Davis from near Milton. Carl Leudticke wed Bertha Kohl of North Rock. best wishes sent. Harold Knapton in France reported well. Gail Gadson’s son overseas at Long Island. Aid Society plans for August 1 fair. hot spell aids corn but hurts small grain.
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Ed. Lenhert
Ebbe
E. E. Noble
Davis
Milton
John Sutton
Miller
Fred Bauer
H. A. Knapton
Grace Thomas
Grand Rapids
W. H. Pember
Richfield Aid Society
Burhopp
Carl Leudticke
Bertha Kohl
Philip Kohl
North Rock
Leudthke
Thompson
C. Adkins
John Gadson
Gail
Long Island
Harold Knapton
France
Keglar
Ton Silitis
Durst and Ley visit Dorchester on Sunday
Hewitt July 22 report notes Mr and Mrs Francis Durst and Mr and Mrs John Durst motored to Dorchester to visit Mr and Mrs George Ley. Mrs Henry Fechhelm sold her house and lot to Anton Haas John Haselberger Jos Haseworhl and Herman Meyer then left for Grand Rapids en route to Camp Grant with other young men headed to the U S army. Mr and Mrs Paul Cramer drove to Stevens Point Sunday to visit friends.
Convoy Drill Turns Comic As Soldier Laments A Wheel
In open country drill a battalion practiced convoy movement with one company portraying horses cows and wagons. A soldier kept lying down claiming he could not advance because he was a wagon with a broken wheel. The major urged him to move.
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London
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Wausau
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William OF
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Olga Petrova
Vitagraph Presents
Marc MacDermott
Vengeance and
Hearst-Pathe
Vitagraph
Alice Joyce
ANB
Sharples
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A. F. _GERDES
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