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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1907
Page
8
A mosaic of era items from The Marshfield Times recounts odd anecdotes about a touring silurban train and a drinking habit, plus a Bucklen’s Arnica Salve testimonial from John Garrett. It also recalls primitive war record keeping using stones to tally dead and missing, illustrating newspaper miscellany in early 20th century Central Wisconsin.
A Dallas man Mr E W Goodloe reports in a Fortunate Texan testimonial that in the past year he has become acquainted with Dr King’s New Life Pills. He says the laxative effect swiftly cures malaria and biliousness without grinding or griping. Sold at Sexton Bros drug store for 25 cents.
A lady customer suffered tetter for years on her hands. One box of Chamberlain's Salve cured her in short order. Chamberlain's medicines are for sale by Rodney & Co. Almond, Alabama, and Sexton Bros. wrapping papers for the mail. The ad also gives wrapping instructions using a cord and rolling papers for safe mailing.
A letter praises Electric Bitters as a cure for liver and kidney trouble. Geo H Parris of Ceder Grove Me reports illness, relief after one bottle, and full recovery after three bottles. Sexton Bros advertise the guaranteed remedy for stomach liver and kidney issues at 50 cents.
A German magazine presents a variant of a child’s saying from a published book of true sayings. It recalls two girls on a stool with one remark about space. The passage also notes a German at a dying wife’s bedside murmuring of joining God in Berlin. The item ends with a travel notice for North Western Line routes.
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for foul stomach, blood purification, and various skin and ulcer conditions. It touts the All-Healing Salve for open wounds, urges persistent use, and cites endorsements about Unicorn root and Favorite Prescription. It also promotes the Pleasant Pellets as original liver pills and includes fake medical authorities.
Queen Elizabeth visits Guildhall to request a loan as Spanish threats loom. The lord mayor’s clearing throat provokes a sharp royal retort, and the loan is promptly approved amid the tense moment and courtly drama.
Legal notices in Wood County Wisconsin detail foreclosures and sales. Cases list defendants including residents of Marshfield and Grand Rapids with court dates and property descriptions. Notices announce sheriff sales of parcels described by quarter sections and townships, listing judgment amounts, sale dates, and bidding instructions.
In Pronata In Woe matter of the laso wil had CeaDBment with Khoheriaa Reve Decwaxed on reading and in the ta pelfiloant Wilc helva Reese educator of aud evomtn reprenedts uz among other things that te has tally re ministered the said estate and praying may aifme and place be Med for examining and allowing his account of his admgistration and that the residue of the salé astate be a4sinned to such persons as are by law estima te the Same It Is Grdurad That notice of said annfication be heard defgre ind uk my ofiles in the dltver Grand Rubbia on the voth day of dune HOT ME 10 o'clock a Mm And io fy Partker Ordered That notice of said application and learing be given to ail persons Mlcrewned by publication of a copy of Uits order for three successive weeks 10 the Marshield Times a newspaper printed to said county before the day Waxed for sald heating Dated chia Nth day of May 1007 oy the Coury W 7 CONWAY County Judge
In Re Aun M. Grossinger deceased May 1907 creditors of Aun M. Grossinger must present claims for examination and allowance by November 4, 1907. Court to hear at Grand Rapids Justice in Marshfield. notices to be published weekly for four weeks in the Marinfield Times.
The County Board appointed standing committees including finance and public property. They discussed records management, budgeting 2000 for a new sewer water project, and authorized bids for labors and materials with named members and chairmen.
Farmers or public-spirited businessmen in Wisconsin are invited to request an Institute for winter 1907 1908. Any town in a farming district with a suitable hall may apply, even distant from the railroad. Send for a blank petition and formation letter to Geo McKerrow Superintendent Madison Wis.
Barker Stewart Lumber Co in Wausau Wisconsin advertises men wanted to peel bark or receive work by the card. Board fees posted at 3.50 dollars per week.
A sales pitch urges mailing freshta prove mer samples of Dr Shoop's Restorative and a book on dyspepsia heart and kidney ailments. It claims internal nerve weakness underlies stomach heart and kidney troubles, promoting the Restorative as a remedy and offering a free book and sample from Dr Shoop of Racine Wisconsin.
A garbled extract recounts a tale about a bishop and a cigar on a train bound for Albany. The narrator describes the bishop wearing clerical garb, seeking light, and muttering about prison, with a snoring passenger reacting as a light exchange unfolds.
This notice urges immediate care for a child’s diarrhea symptoms. It recommends Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, followed by castor oil as directed, with sale through Sexton Hras.
In a whimsical Chicago Chrontele item a gingerbread barometer marks weather with a large gingerbread colonel. The device softens when moist and crisps in dry air. Each morning the mayor asks his wife what the colonel says, leading to light exchanges about umbrellas and fashion.
An advert promotes Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy as a fast solution for stomach pains colic and diarrhoea, noting availability from Sexton Bros.
Excursion tickets go on sale June 1 to 4 with return validity June 7. North Western Line agents provide port and full information. In Jamaica, vultures are abundant and protected. killing one carries a penalty. The pelican, called Old Joe by locals, frequents Klagstun harbor shores.
Tickets go on sale June 3 1 and 5 with a return limit set for June 7. For tickets and full information contact any ticket agent of the North Western Line at 3342.
An actor recalls Shaw before fame as a magical crank. He was invited by a fiend to heal an Italian string quartet, and sat among the players to garner praise. A whispered line suggests Shaw’s long involvement with the group, prompting wonder about their years together.
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