Marshfield urged to retain Bandmaster Steiny Metz and 127th Infantry band
The Marshfield council faced pressure to keep Bandmaster Theodore Steinmetz and his 127th Infantry band in the city. The piece argues Steiny’s back pay from prior service is due and stresses the band’s value as a local advertising asset and civic pride, urging immediate action to secure his stay. It also notes the rising value of Victory bonds and advises holding them for now.
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Marshfield
127Th Infantry
Theodore Steinmetz
Steiny
Stemy
Second Regiment
Iis Gang
Columbia Park
327Th Infantry
Ant
O Connell Takes Over Blodgett Garage Location
O Connell, popular Overland and Willys Knight dealer, takes possession of the Blodgett garage near Soo line tracks. He will operate a modern shop, sell cars, handle accessories and oils, and display his full line. The central location aims to attract automobilists and tourists as he transfers stock and repair tools.
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PR. O'Connell
Red Arrow Days Bring Grand Plans to Marshfield
Marshfield preps for June 18 and 19 Red Arrow Days with a full two day program. Grand Rapids band joins 127th Infantry band for concerts and a wrestling match between Fred Beckl and Bob Rodgers. A 1200 pound ox barbecue, theater shows, and a Gold Star parents reviewed military parade are featured along with housing and concession details.
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Marshfield
Red Arrow
Grand Rapids
127Th Infantry
United States
Tolks
Fred Beckl
Bob Rodgers
Chicago
Swift & Company
Adler and
Trio
Arrow
Touth
Grand Rapids Band
Adler
Armory
Baumann's
Eagles Hall
White
City Pavilion
Central Avenue
127Th Infantry Band
World War Veterans
Gold Star
White City Pavilion
Beell
Rodgers
Henry Kalsched
G. B. Campbell
H. C. Eiche
George Pearson
L. P. Tifault
E. C. Pors
Larry Clark
Leo Schoenhofen
H. E. Hoerl
Fred Kohl
Marshfield to Receive German Cannon Inducement Plan
Representative E. E. Browne of Wisconsin proposes donating captured German cannons to Marshfield and eight other towns to foster patriotism. A St. John’s Catholic school picnic is set for Monday June 16 on school grounds, inviting students and parents to attend as in past years.
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Washington
E. E. Browne
Wisconsin
Shawano
Manaws
Stevens Point
Wausau
Grand Rapids
Waupaca
Marshfield
New London
Marion
St. John’s Catholic School
Gas Plant Franchise Vote Meeting in Marshfield
The city faces a franchise decision to allow a gas plant by Oneida Gas Company of Rhinelander. A public meeting at Eagles Hall Friday at eight o'clock invites all residents to discuss adopting or rejecting the proposal and to express sentiment on employment and local business impact.
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Marshfield
Chamber of Commerce
W. E. Vaughn
Oneida Gap Company
Eagles’ Hall
Oneida’ Gas Company
Iite
Proclamation of Marshfield World War Victory Holiday
Citywide celebration proclaimed by Mayor Henry Kalsched to honor returning Marshfield servicemen. June 18 and 19 declared holidays with closures for stores after 4 pm on the 18th and 9 am to 4 pm on the 19th, excluding amusements. Citizens urged to decorate and welcome veterans home.
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Marshfield
Henry Kalsched
Manthe Brothers Try To Wreck 800 Train At Auburndale
Soona train No 18 nearly wrecked at Auburndale when ArchIe and Gus Manthe brothers placed ties on the rails to retaliate against Soo Line. The crew cleared the second load of ties and the train continued. They admitted guilt to a Soo Line agent and were sent to Grand Rapids for a hearing where physicians declared them insane and committed them to an asylum.
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Soone
Auburndale
Manthes Brothers
Archie
Gus
Soo Line
C. Burrington
Manthe Brothers
Grand Rapids
Conway
Asylum For
First National Bank Buys Hart Lot for Large Modern Bank
First National Bank acquires C. W. Hart property and Bartmann buildings in a deal likely to form one of the region’s largest and finest bank houses. About 150000 dollars to be spent on a new 52 foot frontage facility, with construction possibly starting late fall or early 1920. The bank cites growing business as justification for expanded quarters.
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First National Bank
First National
Marshfield May Secure 100000 Federal Building
Marshfield may secure a 100000 federal building to be used as a post office. Secretary Lamson of the Chamber of Commerce said Congressman E. E. Browne reports an effort to secure the appropriation. A citizens meeting Friday will plan further actions, with J. C. Marsh pledging support.
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Marshfield
Lamson
Chamber of Commerce
E. E. Browne
Washington
Browne
J. C. Marsh
Notice to Returned Soldiers in Wood County Wisconsin
Returned soldiers with discharge papers recorded in the Register of Deeds office may have recording fees refunded by contacting or mailing their address to the County Clerk's Office. Signed by Sam Church, County Clerk of Wood County, Grand Rapids Wisconsin.
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Sam Church
Wood
Grand Rapids
Wisconsin
Wes
Red Arrow War Registration for Soldiers in Times
Soldiers honor the Red Arrow celebration must register at city hall on June 16 and 17 evenings and June 18 at 9 am. Captain Leo Schoenhofen orders registration on the second floor with meals tickets and sleeping assignments for out of town troops. Readiness prompts readers to clip questions from page four and bring complete records to speed the process.
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Fellas
Leo H. Schoenhofen
Big Concert and Dance Tonight by 127th Inf Band
The 127th Infantry band of the 32nd Division performs at White City Pavilion in Marshfield for a concert and dance tonight. Bandmaster Theodore Steinmetz has gathered players from across Wisconsin. after tonight they head to Oshkosh then Fond du Lac Antigo Rhinelander and other cities. The event kicks off Red Arrow days and invites all to attend and show support.
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White City
127Th Infantry
Theodore Steinmetz
Wisconsin
Marshfield
Oshkosh
Fond du Lac
Antiga
Rhinelander
Wausau
Stevie
Red Arrow
Northwest
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Agit
O'Connell
Blodgett Garage
Nature
Selves
City Hall
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Dr. Lind
Adler Block
Woolworth’s
Manthes Bros
127Th Inf
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