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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1897
Page
12
A Medford merchant delegation traveling from Winsau discussed constructing a 40 mile rail line to connect Medford with the C.K. L. & St. Paul and 8. W. railroads. They proposed bonding Taylor county for 100,000 with Marathon county and local capital to respond. Interest is high and many believe construction will begin this summer.
A state new game law requires non-residents to pay $10 and residents $1 for deer licenses. Hunting without a license carries fines from 40 to 200 dollars and potential jail time. Licenses issued by the secretary of state or county clerks specify residency, and nontransferable, with penalties for unlicensed possession or aiding others.
Wisconsin observers say the Me nominee Falls beet sugar factory's setback comes from an early start and beet quality rather than a doomed industry. Machinery operates well and initial sugar output supports future profits. Fall reopening tests will judge beet sugar prospects in the state.
Mrs. Gus Martin of Waupate County believes a hog is possessed by the devil. While moving in a wagon train toward Adams County the pig escaped the box and fled into the woods. Mrs. Martin chased it through timber, lost her bearings, and wandered until she was found after nightfall by two axemen.
A distressed woman, separated from her three children, wandered to Plover and Grand Rapids with her infant eight months old. She endured hunger and fatigue until Sheriff Smith found her on the streets. Mrs. Smith cared for her, an interpreter clarified her condition, and the missing family was united after a difficult search.
The Wood County Board of Supervisors met for two hours with little accomplished as the roll was called and the oath sworn. Chairman Nash was reelected, rules were amended, and minor motions passed before adjournment.
A proposed law creates a seven member medical board. Among likely nominees is Da I Reynolds of Munlai, described as an eminent surgeon and renowned eye specialist with a large practice. The piece argues his abilities warrant inclusion on the board.
The North Western line and related railways announce excursion tickets at half rates for Wisconsin G A R encampments in May. Tickets valid from May 15 to May 22 with return by May 22. Agents of Chicago and North Western Railway and The North Western Line provide full information and sale locations.
Hotel guests pay $40 weekly with meals extra. Do not speak to the dumb waiter. To rise without being called, use selling flour for supper. A title delve needs hammer and nuts in the closet. If the rank grows warm open the window to the fire escape. For athletics and food jumping lift the mattress to inspect the bed spring. If the lamp goes out take a feather from the pillow for light. Anyone troubled with nightmares will find a halter on the bed pass. The house is funded by the foundation. payment details are not separate.
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