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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1897
Page
8
Letter from Orrin Geny narrates a trek from Sheep's Camp Alaska to Dyea, detailing rough seas, packers hired, heavy loads, and arduous ascent to the snowbound summits. The writer notes fatigue, snow blindness, and a diverse caravan en route to the Yukon in May 1897 with mixed fortunes and homesickness.
A fragmented letter reveals conflict over the No 5 Vine Town school building in a northeastern district. Residents discuss splitting districts, revivals at Stockford and Austin churches, and plans to keep a school in use while weather and prosperity loom. Local figures Stockford and Austin are named amid broader community concerns and looming preparations for Barnum and Bailey show crowds.
A garbled advertisement offers free medical examinations and cures for various ailments including deafness and skin conditions. It touts dentists and doctors at a Theis House office, promising thorough, free consultations and monthly visits, urging urgent inquiries before deadlines in July.
A 1897 Milwaukee committee led by A. Taylor plans statewide observances for Wisconsin centennial events. The group recommends a general outline, appoints members including R. G. Pho and W. Hutchins, and pursues a program of local celebrations in each county with coordinated efforts and communications to the state capital.
The document outlines reunions of constitutional convention survivors, former and current legislators, veterans of national tecnology and education groups, women’s clubs, and civic organizations. It calls for a grand meeting to review educational philanthropy and social science, with a focus on industrial and agricultural progress, and urges prominent Wisconsin figures to attend. It recommends county celebrations highlighting industrial development, local history, and preservation of documents, with plans for a state archive deposit and coordinated county events.
Railroad and Northwestern lines advertise excursion tickets from Marshfield and northern Wisconsin stations to Madison Milwaukee Oshkosh and Chicago for various events. Special rates apply for athletic meets and Saengerfest events with limited sale dates and half fares for round trips. Contact agents for details and free publications.
G Biche invites Marshy Field residents and nearby callers to visit his place to take advantage of low prices on wines and whiskies of all kinds. The notice promises a broad selection and bargains for local customers.
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