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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1913
Page
8
The Wisconsin Senate adopted a resolution urging the governor to handle affairs and cease directing the legislature. It notes extra business, including the Ekern Insurance removal, and asserts the body's duty to investigate and legislate. Roars at state politics and campaign tricks accompany the commentary.
Peter Thiel plans a fresh coat of paint for his house as the community records show a finished parsonage foundation last week. Attendees from the area joined the Fremont picnic. John Kattanach reported his assessor duties for Rackstown last week. Herman Bulgrin covers his house with galvanized sheeting while Kinzie Kattanach oversees masons building stone walls and an addition to his home.
Two cabinet members reportedly favor Senator LaFollette as the 1916 Republican nominee, though both are Democrats and insiders admit the prediction may reflect wishful thinking. Three years remain, and no one can foresee his decision or strength against Roosevelt and Wilson.
The item notes boiler makers in Hoboken New Jersey striking over a foreman who insulted the American flag by waving the English flag and claiming it fit to live under. It comments on patriotism and times at state capitals with tariff and court action. Oshkosh sold 188000 in bridge bonds locally, a notable city move. A Grand Rapids Reporter quote ponders social classes, while Roosevelt’s campaign finances and Marinette judgment money are mentioned. A graduate era salary remark closes.
Letter from William Burbopp, a well known Guernsey breeder, argues against Marshfield Auto club enforcing crossroad guideboards. He warns of at least 75 dollars per town cost and notes guideposts are often shot, suggesting road repairs would benefit the public more. The letter also mentions marriage license affidavit changes and promotes Chamberlain's Liniment for rheumatism.
A brown mongrel named 22 Pass It On, loved by Marshfield residents for being a faithful watchdog and partridge hunter, dies after an auto strike. The piece notes multiple dog fatalities from cars, calls for dog training to dodge autos, and pokes fun at local life including a German farmer and a bald musician.
A twelve year old law requiring guide boards on main roads is described as failing, with towns now encouraged by state aid and farmer help to spend on better roads. The letter argues against expanding guide boards and promotes road improvements for all residents, citing benefits to children’s eyes from maps and encyclopedias. The rural Wood county district reports school growth, Memorial Day picnic, and local officers: Peter Ebbe director, Julius Rasmussen clerk, Frank Wyman treasurer.
A 1910 constructed Ebbe school in Lincoln, district six, measures 26 by 32 feet with a cement basement for wood storage and play space. It features a water tank with cups, a wash basin, and towel, a northward seating layout for 64 pupils, and windows that admit light from the west and south.
The experimental warm weather station logged 42 degrees Saturday night and a lower reading Sunday night. Farmers report damage to sprouting corn, potatoes, and garden crops across the region. Many who delayed potato planting or corn sowing after heavy rains are now content with their outcomes.
Lame back often stems from rheumatism of the back muscles and is treated best with Chamberlains Liniment. For sale by all dealers.
A reflective verse by Howard Arnold Walters asserting ideals of trust purity strength bravery friendship generosity humility and self awareness. The lines link virtue to daily actions and personal resolve. The poem emphasizes resilience in suffering and the value of kindness toward foe and ally alike.
Bethel is aided by Mrs. Inez Cook as Mr. and Mrs. Pearl receive care for illness. Farm manager Mr. Van Gorder drives busy field work at the Academy. Dorothy Johnson from College View Nebraska visits local friends, a Bethel academy graduate. Elsie Bleck returns to the Academy store. Brighams, Mrs Brigham, Alice McCrillis, and Nellie Bighme travel to Marshfield for a dentist visit.
A brief note highlights the ongoing weekly bargains featured in The Times classified pages. It emphasizes steady deals across categories and a reliable reader cadence for budget seekers and small ads participants.
A complaint to Marshfield Gun, Red and Pheasant Propagating club about pheasants released in Rocky Run country damaging corn prompts discussion. Some farmers report crop harm, others note pheasants enter chicken yards in winter. Members consider reducing annual dues from four to two dollars and shifting to quarterly meetings to handle business more efficiently.
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