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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1917
Page
3
The Marshfield Times stresses refusing to accept fake or objectionable ads and asks readers to report advertiser failures promptly. The paper notes a roadway rentation ad with 44 lines printed and calls for vigilance in verifying ad credibility and truthfulness.
A historical quotation attributes to Stephen Decatur urging that the country speak boldly and act with integrity while cautioning that the nation’s interests may differ from foreign nations. It frames loyalty and criticism as paired duties in national character.
The piece argues that personal care of shoes and facial expressions reflects inner character. It urges relaxing the face, avoiding attention grabbing attire, and notes well dressed people project a favorable impression while clothes do not make the person. Philetus muses on self-presentation and lasting effects of grooming.
A nationwide analysis links high living costs to widespread fire waste. Fires in elevators and mills destroy staples, with an Illinois elevator blaze ruining 700000 bushels of corn and 300000 bushels of oats, illustrating how fires devastate food supplies and raise prices.
The piece quantifies annual fire destruction across sectors, noting 600 thousand dollars daily loss and over one fire every minute. It highlights meat, wool, cotton, oil, and packing house fires as major factors, with 21.4 percent due to strictly preventable causes and 40.7 percent from unknown causes likely preventable.
Central Safety Committee of the Chicago and Northwestern highlights Interstate Commerce Commission data showing 1915 and 1916 deaths and injuries from railroad crossings. It urges drivers to stop, look, and listen before crossing, and to check for trains on all tracks, warning that delaying a moment can prevent irreversible loss of life.
A client learns of his uncle's death in another state and hires an attorney to claim his share. After delays, the lawyer presents an account with many expenses and a large legal fee, leaving only a small balance for the nephew. The client asks, "Was that your uncle or mine that died?"
Barber apprentices must serve two years and be at least sixteen to enter contracts, per a joint ruling by the industrial board and barber division of the state health board. Journeyman licenses require eighteen, with possible special dispensation.
An elderly piece laments editors endure public scorn for typos and offers humorous examples of local residents misstepping in church and public life. It argues editors smile, endure mockery, and continue to publish, since editors often lack all sense yet persevere.
In this University of Wisconsin Health Bulletin excerpt, wartime leaders embrace health measures as essential to national strength. It argues that protecting the present and future health of workers, through school inspections and child nutrition, is no longer a fringe idea but a practical necessity. The piece urges Americans to accept health investments as vital for victory and future peace.
A collage of short notes from state papers and editors reflecting price trends in vegetables beans and silver gold exchange rates and quotes on social conduct. Items reference Stevens Point Chippewa Falls Superior Appleton Marinette Oshkosh Madison and Dallas-like observations on democracy and a speculative United States of Europe.
A speaker urges respect for the elderly praising their wisdom and stabilizing influence. Old age is a blessing that strengthens family bonds and links society to future life, with examples of how grandparents shape homes and hearts. The message ends with a call to advance.
How to prevent croup by limiting a heavy evening meal to avoid an attack. Watch for early hoarseness and give Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as soon as hoarseness appears. Obtainable everywhere.
A garland of rural optimism midwinter ends with plans for a spring garden in the old pack yard. The poem envisions onions, radishes, turnips, tomatoes, peas, and lettuce as snow melts, with garden triumphs, fairs, and the joy of planting. Also notes on Chamberlain's Tablets for digestion and health remedies.
Senator Paul O Husting steered twelve private pension measures through Congress in a brief session. Amounts and beneficiaries include Royal E Duke of Baraboo Charles Ellis Plainfield Henry D Baxter Wautoma Charles Richards Eagle River Mrs Lucy Stur devant Avoca Togger Peterson Black River Falls Charles Fisk Wonewoke George Banghart National Home Frederick W Mase Milwaukee and Edwin Rogers Milwaukee. Original pensions were granted to Leonard P Kehrmeyer Lomira and Walter K Neal Spooner.
The statement says the prescription work is of the very highest standard and would improve if possible, acknowledging current inability to improve. It asserts service is near perfect due to human effort, with doctors recognizing it and patients benefiting from it.
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