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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1898
Page
1
Land title unclear prompts sale or purchase option offered by an agent promising to clear title and assist with farm transactions. The message emphasizes aiding owners whether selling or buying, and marketing services for land.
A mass meeting at Adler's opera house formed to raise a trust fund for soldier boys and dependents. The event featured donated space and music, with Major Upham as chair and Rev John Eisen delivering a moving address. Committees were named for permanent, solicitation, entertainment, and ladies roles to push fundraising. Also noted: William Hope and Lizzie Shafer wed at Chrispe’s residence and Edwin Bur with Bertha Hillebert married at Geo Hyers home in Rock.
The graduating class presented a twelve piece program with fairy dances and a ruler drill that drew full house applause. A Friday Alumni Ball followed with sixty six couples, grand march led by Willan Hotchkiss and Annona Ferguson, bouquets and orchestra by Ferguson’s group, refreshments in the balcony, and a well remembered finale to the school year.
The Marshfield school board announces contracts for the 1898 9 teaching staff. The list includes Mr B Borden Sap and principal, Mr D Gile Madson assistant principal, Miss Margarets Ashmus Elgin Ti Agsistung, Me Norwood Flint principal ith ward, and several other teachers from Burlington Kansas City Mayestville Auburndale Waterloo and Cententia. The need for more rooms at the High School is noted as enrollment grows.
One year after starting up their rebuilt mix plant the Koddis Veneer Company reports continuous operation and rising orders. To meet market demand they will add a two story extension on the west end, begin work immediately, and increase output significantly. Mr Roddis notes orders are at an all time high.
Joseph Macder, 16, son of Mr and Mrs Jos Racder of Oak Street Fourth Ward, suffered his left hand severed just below the wrist when his hand was caught by a saw while removing sawdust at the mattress factory. He was rushed to Dr Lathrop's office for treatment with Dr Wahle assisting, praised for courage through the ordeal.
Army recruits from Company A filled the armory as a recruiting rally before departure to Chickamauga. Maj. Gruetamacher Capt. Spencer and Sgts Ma and Docket oversaw the enlistment of 101 men. A farewell supper and gifts were provided by local residents as families gathered to bid the troops goodbye.
A fire reported between 3 and 4 AM Monday damaged the restaurant owned by Mrs. Jos Hudson on Central Ave and the rear bedroom occupied by her and her father in law. Neighbor Clef Gerwing assisted with others to extinguish the blaze as stock of candies cigars and knickknacks suffered near total loss. Insurance listed includes 200 on stock and fixtures and 325 on household goods. Estimated total loss about 200.
Eight of the quarantined grandered horses at the W. D. Cancer farm in Auburndale were put to death last week under the supervision of Dr. Clute the state veterinarian. The eight were part of a larger herd quarantined for weeks as signs of disease appeared in the remaining animals to prevent further spread.
A bargain sale advertises a large lot with items priced at one dollar one twenty five and one fifty. Shoppers can choose any item from the line with sizes and styles available. The note emphasizes these prices will not return. Secten yen d00.
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