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Marshfield Times

Location

Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1915

Page

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Marshfield Highs to Tour Osh hush Gym Meet in March

Marshfield Highs prepare for a sawdust gym tournament at Osh hush Sehowt on March 28, 10, and 20. The Real High school team led by Coach W. I Smith expects a strong showing. The squad aims for a win in front of local officials, with all players in peak condition and promising hard play.

Marshfield Agai Pra Oshhush Cough W. I Smith Everybade Serested M. Hls Gat Phurstitey Poins Wanda Nate Mat Shiosh Ant Sean Irvin Wendt Georreney Irvin Eckel Coxeh Smith

George Huntzicker Buried Here in Clarkston Area

George Huntzicker longtime Clark County resident died Friday in Clarkston Washington after a stroke. At eighty three he was born in Alsace Germany and lived in Eaton Greenwood Le Mars Merrilan and Clarkston areas before settling in Marshfield His widow Helene Graul Huntzicker and daughters survived with funeral held at St Joseph Church in Clarkston with burial in Marshfield.

George Huntzicker Clark County Clarkston Wash Mr. Huntzicker Alsace Germany York Hartford Conn Eaton Geant Avenue Uli Yatuier Ah Glarksion Marsh Huntaicker St. Joe's Huntyicker

Nasonville Church Hosts Billy Sunday Faithful Visit

The Nasonville Presbyterian church hosts Rev. O Hara a Baptist ordained minister drawing strong crowds with evangelistic sermons. He typically conducts Friday night events and plans to resume regular pulpit duties next Sunday, though weekday meetings may be skipped due to illness.

Nasonville Billy Himelf O'Hare Presbyterian Church

Blodgett Bus Line Receives New Auto Bus

Fred Bauer proprietor of the Hotel Blodgett bus and "uray" line received a handsome Speedwell auto bus for the Hotel Blodgett service. The vehicle is a fine, high power bus to be placed in service soon, purchased from the Kisselkar company of Hartford via Hugo Wegener of this city.

Fred Bauer Uray Izes Faix Kisselkar Company Hartford Hugo Wegener

August Broker Sells Ot Richfield Farm at Auction

Marshfield reports August Broker a Lindsey merchant has sold out to August Walters a Richfield farmer. Westerg has mounted an auction of his personal property and will sell his farm as plans to retire from fruit business are announced.

Marshfield Lindsey Merchant Tor August Walters Richfield My. Westerg Okey

Death of H J Beer A Graton area resident dies at home

Henry J. Geer known as H J Beer of Richfield Road died Thursday morning after a period of illness. Born in Grafton, he moved to a farm near Crarton during adolescence and built a successful truck farm on Richfield Road. Survived by widow and two children John Beer of Minneapolis and Martha Beer at home, plus two brothers Charles of Quor and Herman of Chilton and five sisters in Granton Spokane Washington. Funeral held Monday with home prayer service followed by Lutheran church rites conducted by Rev. Thom.

Henry J. Geer Richliela Road Mevr Decouseil Grafton Crrarton Mr. Beer

Supt C W Otto Reappointed To City Schools Contract

Supt C W Otto who has led the city schools for five years is re engaged for another year. He previously served as assistant principal for three years under D C Gile. Otto says he will remain in the city at least one more year with a salary of 2100, up from prior terms.

C. W. Otto Cit M Oxto D. C. Gile Otto

Varney Seeks Re Election Unopposed in County Officials Race

The spring election nears on April 6 with few candidates. County superintendent George A Varney, first elected four years ago and reelected in 1913, has earned praise for his record and loyalty, and no rival has emerged. Varney plans a quiet campaign.

George A. Varney Varney

Election Buzz in Marshfield Foresees April 6 Ballot

The official notice shows Marshfield to vote on Tuesday April 6 to fill several offices with ward contests possible. A gas question division is highlighted by popular voice. The Times prints the clerk notice front page urging readers to study the two gas related questions.

Marshfield Times

Company A Passes Good Inspection at Armory Review

Armoury crowded for the annual inspection of Company A with Captain R H Wesittott US Infantry in charge. The unit demonstrated a creditable showing, intricate drill, and a line of gear including blankets, socks, towels, and mess gear laid in a carpet-like spread across the floor as Lt. Huntziexer and Major West observed.

RH. Wesittott Carl Af Oshkosh Aular Vgese Gromal Sommers Frank A. Reigel Forward Witt George A. Huntziexer Lord Sergl John West Amieton John Kendall Flower

Miller Fruit Company Incorporation In City

Articles filed with the secretary of state in Madison show the Miller Fruit company of this city incorporated with a $20,000 capital stock. Sammel Miller and his two sons, Isaac and Michael Miller, own all shares. The firm assumes the existing business and adds two traveling salesmen next week. J. Sige of Minneapolis hired as credit man begins duties immediately.

Madison 5. Miller Fruit Company Sammel Miller Isadore Jaul Michael Miller Miller J. Sige Minneapolis

Woman Appointed To PittsVille Post

Miss Saran Baum of Pittsville has been named Pitts ville postmaster for four years. She will assume direct charge of the office after civil service exam doubts and receipt of her commission. J J Mager becomes Stratford postmaster with commission likely in April. Kaiser plans building expansion to provide post office space.

Saran Baum Pittsville Miss Baum J.J. Mager Stratford Kaiser

Meander Ling Mike and Plodding Pete Cash Plan

In a light exchange from the Washington Star, Meander Ling Mike muses that if he had a million he would give every man who is broke a $20 bill. Plodding Pete replies with a plan to stand on the next corner and touch those in need as they pass, while they are fed in liberal fashion.

Mike Met Pete Washington Star

Advertising Pays Off For East St. Louis Firm

George M. Brown, president of General Roofing in East St. Louis, champions advertising as a tool to combat the so called low mood. After a $200000 plan, $150000 spent, the firm reports a 70 percent gain in trade and 1,600 workers kept on without layoffs. Brown argues optimistic ads beat pessimism.

George M. Brown General Roofing Company East St. Louis Mr. Brown Krewat Brown

Marshfield Men Explore Texas Cold Winter

H P Thiel and J C Koenig, Marshfield businessmen, returned from a Texas land tour. They found the Lone Star state attractive despite a brisk snap, noting light frost, apple orchards, and a potential $2000 yield from thirty acres. They traveled by auto and mule wagon, visiting Plainview and other towns amid a long season and rare windstorms.

H.P. ‘Thiel J. C. Koenig Texas Lone Star State Mr. Thiel Marshfield Thiel Plainview

Little beams of toonshine and a maiden’s name change

A comic classroom anecdote describes a young man visiting his best girl the night before. He struggles with a Virgil translation after the line about putting his army around her. The teacher deems the line “far enough” for a light, humorous lesson.

Mrs

Typewriter Pays Off in Savings Say Customer Testimony

A salesman recalls a customer praising a year typewriter for its efficiency. The customer asserts the device has saved time and labor in a three month trial, endorsing the maker’s claims.

Unclear fragment outlines wardens and hunters license dispute

Fragmentary OCR describes Goanenn wardens, a sep request, and a hunter license issue. Characters named Mevnis, Hill Johnson, and Tint Dawanlsey Mines appear in a confusing scene about permits and a partner leaving, with garbled dialogue and place names.

Tibet Sumbudy Hill Johnson Dawanlsey Johnsons

Sanitization Obsession Themes in a Humorous Rant

A fragmented monologue mocks extreme cleanliness and health fears. The speaker rails against germs and wasted time over scrubbing door knobs and soap, claiming duties to work are halted by constant sanitizing. References include microbes, bacteria, and the burden of overzealous hygiene.

Marsger Prention

Barber Shop War Banter Across Nationalities

In a diverse barber shop, patrons from different nationalities discuss war news constantly. A Frenchman quips that the Germans took Cascarets last night, provoking a lively mix of skepticism and disagreement among German and French patrons. One quip concludes that Cascarets is only a small town.

Knife Fight at Omaha Depot Ends in Standoff

Officer Henry J D Deetreich escaped serious injury after a knife drawn confrontation with Victor Makie a Twinlander lumberjack and accomplice Charles Weston at Omaha depot bound for St Paul. Makie challenged officers with a knife but injured his own fingers when the blade buckled. Martin Ott and Adam Schnell helped place the two men in custody as the district attorney investigates the incident.

Henry JD. Deetreich Victor Makie Make Charles Weston Australia Omaha St. Paul Weston Mackinaw Makie Martin Ott Adam Schnell

Resurrected Horse in a Justice Court Case

A case in justice court concerns Korth versus Amnett in replevin over a horse from a chattel mortgage. Korth claimed misdealings as the horse was moved toward disposal. a witness described Striebe guiding the animal toward a dumping ground to be shot. The dealer allegedly traded the horse for personal gain, but Korth replevined to protect the mortgage holder. The horse remained alive and being fed at latest reports.

Justice Court Korth Amett Fred Korth Oma' Jhe House

Jury Bias Snag Mentioned in Pittsburgh Post

A Pittsburgh Post item notes remarks about jury bias with the comment that the ladies on the jury should favor the defendant. The piece warns against the defendant dressing better than the jurors, signaling concerns over courtroom perception and strategy.

Pittsburgh Ost

Tragedy at Range Line Store Ends in Double Suicide

Alary Patric Folz, wife of a country storekeeper east of Rozellville, reportedly drank carbolic acid at 9:30 PM Saturday and died shortly after. Her husband Patric Folz, a cripple, was away briefly when she took her life. The couple, living under strain after her mother in law's death, left behind a four year old child and a family known in the Rozellville area. The Folzs were long-time residents with farming ties and recent hardships noted.

Alary Patric Folz Rozellville Ngesuerd Matt Patria Wrichtsrasn Day

Marshfield Election Notice for City Officials and Gas Issue

The City of Marshfield Wisconsin will hold a municipal election on the first Tuesday in April 1915 to fill clerk, judge, peace, aldermen, supervisors and other posts across wards. Voters will decide officers and whether to establish a gas works and service with city ownership or franchise, polling places listed and hours from 6 am to 8 pm.

Marshfield Raon Tfiremen's Assembly Common Council

Fragmented Postcard Dialogue Reflects Pies and Boston Transcript

A marginal exchange shows a would-be contributor accusing the self-blooded sect of lacking original ideas. The reply dismisses novelty, preferring a clean, concise Boston Transcript style and clear apnea of ideas.

Also Mentioned on This Page

W. F Lical Oshhush Sehowt Blodgett Bus HJ. Beer Miller Fruit Duly Incorporated The Milwaukee Free Press Marsheteld HF. Thiel H. C. Koenig Evurynod Joba EL Smith Oestreich Mer Life In Store Catholic Muneuans Election Wisconsin Waal John Sea Bas Justice ‘of the Peace Charles Hahn Cred John Scheuer R. A. Schroeder HH. I. Rathbeck W. J. Schimmerpfenning Pace John Seubert
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