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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1903
Page
2
We claim shoes adapt to wearers and invite readers to visit for a free explanation on why footwear can go out of shape. the message promises a no cost, in store demonstration or discussion.
The ad touts KODOL as a tonic improving digestion and heart action while calming nerves and nourishing the brain. It claims relief from nervous strain and fatigue, promising health through nourishment from food and a strong body, priced at $1.00.
Fenwood notes visitors and moves for several residents including Paul Leit visiting Medford and Chas Nehring returning from contract work. The Fenwood Lot Co offices move east of the boarding-house, Dunning and Ayre take over the General Store, and a billiard tournament in Umhoefer rooms draws judges into a heated race. In Bethel, Miss Lora Wheeler arrives, church dedication is postponed to May 21 to 25, and academy preparations for close commemoration proceed as cold spells hit tomato crops and a sprained ankle slows D Deedon during painting.
Dr J G Merritt of No Mehoopany Pa reports a startling test that produced a wonderful cure for violent stomach hemorrhages due to ulceration. He prescribed Electric Bitters, noting the patient improved from the first and has had no attack in months. Electric Bitters are guaranteed for dyspepsia indigestion constipation and kidney troubles. Available 50 cents at Sexton Bros.
Miss da Blaisdell is on the sick list. Byron Mason came home from Chelsea. Miss Metzer of Nasonville visited her sister. Henty Mason and son went to Romeo seeking work. John Gardiner Jr. left Monday to travel for groceries. John Farrington moved to Loyal for $2 daily year round. Alien Steward was called to Plainfield due to his mother’s illness. Thel O G T held a basket social Saturday night with strong attendance. Rispa Crowell and friend shopped in Marshfield after Monday trip. Linda Wendell returned from Scott after winter with grandmother. Mr Colby of Waupcs a will teach Memorial service May 24 at 11 am. all are invited.
Experiments with X rays show catarrh of the stomach stems from repeated indigestion. Kodol Dyspepsia Cure digests what you eat and sweetens the stomach, promising to cure indigestion and prevent stomach catarrh. Sold at Kamps Drug Store Rock. Also includes local notices and anecdotal items about May Day, a horse loss, wall-building, a basketball game, and Dr King’s New Discovery claims for lung and throat troubles with testimonials.
Local notes report Ed Ruplinger of Mondovi at a Friday club dance and list a string of community happenings. Gifts, illnesses, deaths, arrivals, and visits across Loyal include new baby, absences from school, a measles death, and local business mentions.
Stratfford residents report several visits to Marshfield this week as L Klemme and DeWain Reed with family traveled between trains. Mrs Kohl and Mrs Kohl were in Marshfield on Thursday. A local youth group attended a Kohh dance Sunday evening. H J Cordell opened a restaurant offering hot lunches at all hours. Chas Kohl attended Marathon County assessors meeting on the 28th. L Weber left for Forest County for a two week homestead stay. John Hickey from Manitowoc County visited friends here recently. Mrs Anslegs returned from Antigo after a week with relatives. Lena Kaiser and Clara Sawyer from Stratford House took a two week vacation.
J A Gulledge of Verbena Alabama endured a severe piles flare up twice in hospital causing 24 tumors. Doctors and remedies failed until Bucklen’s Arnica Salve halted inflammation and cured him. It conquers aches and kills pain. 25 cents at Sexton Bros.
Auburndale residents report visits and guest appearances in Marshfield. Lena Zern of Marshfield stays with Mrs. Jos Fotas. A Keller's Ball dance is announced for Friday. Peter Krings suffers a stroke Monday and is in serious condition. County board meeting in Grand Rapids. Rob Rowland and Stevens visit Mrs. Berg in Grand Rapids. Quilt giveaway won by Mike Scholler of Campbellsport. Lincoln IL resident praises Re-Go Tonic Laxative Syrup sold by Henry Horn, Druggist.
Freddie Rienow is very sick with ear drum inflammation. Ea La Fever sold his farm to J D Graves for 2400 dollars. Mrs John Kennedy and Martha Finch visited Mrs Z Moon. Mr C Rienow traveled to Marshfield to see his mother who broke her limb after a cow kick. Baptist workers met with Mrs Z Moon. meeting well attended despite poor roads. Mr Nallis laments road conditions and plans to move if rain continues. Have patience, good weather coming in the sweet bye and bye.
A medicinal advertisement claims DeWitt's Little Early Risers cure constipation biliousness and liver troubles by gently arousing secretions and moving the bowels. It asserts lasting relief with continued use and notes sale at Kamps' Drug Store.
John Rusch named road master replacing M Zapf. Toe Grettinger to Stratford to work for R Connor Co. Kretl family moves from Reedsburg into Newmier and Carl Bros house. Henry Hellfrisch repairs Staadt planing mill and adds a lath mill. Neighbors host farewell for Mrs Schwan with a long dance and Dutch lunch. Mrs Schwan will move to Marshfield.
In Mashfield and surrounding areas residents report twins becoming more common on local farms. Simpson Hart notes his cow delivered twins last Friday while Andrew Peterson and Isaac Morrison started new tasks Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Johnson visited town Monday and Mrs. Ross Morrison with son Robert spent Sunday with relatives in Marshfield. Fred Parmice and family from Dartford Wisconsin arrived Tuesday evening for the wedding of Miss Anna Mercer and August Triweiler, held in Mashfield on Wednesday May 6.
Lindsey reports typical small town chatter with updates on Miss Dollie Conway's return from Vernon County, Pearl Tilton's Janesville trip, Jess Turner at his mother's home, and Mr. Fenske buying a gray horse named Captain. A Farmers Institute petition circulates for winter consideration. Old Wisconsin bounty praised.
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