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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1917
Page
3
A historical quotation by Stephen Decatur asserts devotion to the nation even when faced with flaws. The line emphasizes loyalty over flawless alignment with foreign nations.
A speaker contrasts Ellis Island migrants' sacrifice with the openness of American opportunity. He urges native-born citizens and naturalized residents to appreciate the chance for self-improvement, noting that in America individuals may become mayor, congressman, governor, or president, and that these paths must be valued by all who benefit. The message emphasizes national duty to preserve opportunity for future generations.
Citizens urged to back the war by enlisting or investing. Those unable to serve should contribute through work or money, with Liberty bonds bought at values reflecting each person's view of American citizenship.
A wartime editorial urges Americans to embrace active economy, urging intelligent spending and broadened information flow to meet every human need. It warns against hoarding and calls for collective patriotism to activate resources and sustain the nation’s industrial base.
A Philadelphia Public Ledger excerpt argues newspapers are essential to national unity during war. It contends that press space is valuable, warns against taxing publishers with postal rate hikes, and asserts no agency rivals newspapers in rallying public support for the president and war effort.
A collection of editorial snippets criticizes wealth worship during war, praises citizen volunteers like Marshall Pield, and contrasts coverage across papers. It notes gendered roles in war effort, skeptical views on submarine innovations, and a jab at coalitions and prices as cabbage climbs to 160 dollars a ton while small luxuries rise in cost.
A reflective fragment notes life filled with crosses and temptations. It contrasts outcomes based on wealth, politeness, charity, religion, and compassion, arguing that every choice invites scrutiny and accusations, from youth to old age. The piece muses on public perception and personal character.
The National Board outlines a nationwide effort to protect grain elevators flour mills and related warehouses from fires. It describes training four thousand fire prevention engineers inspectors and appraisers across the country and urges individuals to act as committees of one to remove hazards and prevent food loss.
The speaker contrasts Wisconsin health and wealth with a primitive region rich in history. He notes poverty and disease follow deprivation, urging timely spending on life and health protection. He argues health is the greatest wealth and that improvements in climate and living conditions can reduce illness. References to clover adaptions conclude the reflection.
Marshfield resident E D Dunon of 7048 Central Ave reports severe kidney related back pain. After using Doan's Kidney Pills the back ache and lameness disappeared and kidneys strengthened. Price 50 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY props.
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