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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1911
Page
10
In a small-town shop a heated exchange erupts when Rufe Hegins accuses Jones of overcharging for molasses. The lumberjack’s boastful wit and crowd’s wary amusement frame a tale of price dispute and comic bravado inside the crowded store.
A fragmentary passage hints at Wonibal inviting a girl to his country place to tour the neighborhood and enjoy scenery. Men, enticed by temptations, know where he led them, suggesting a cautionary tale of trust and consequence in a rural setting.
A widow recounts years of health trouble including headaches and heart concerns. After being rejected for life insurance the change to Postum improved her condition, enabling a safe medical pass and a return to normal life. She credits Postum with strengthened heart, restored appetite, and better well being over seven years.
The assembly adopts the Haln resolution for a legislative inquiry into liquor traffic amid clashes over a land sharks bill and state measures. Former Gov. James Davidson and ex-Attorney General Frank J. Gilbert attend the Dietz trial in Hayward as sessions push a complex set of taxes, education, and public safety bills.
A special census report on U S fisheries for 1908 shows Wisconsin flehery product value at 1 067 000 dollars, up from 542 000 in 1895. The gain stems from the Mississippi River and its tributaries, the Great Lakes region, per William M Steuart chief statistician for manufactures.
The Wisconsin pensions list shows grants to Joseph Garbutt for 15 dollars, Peter J. Rothgery 6, Catherine Syttle 12, Hise Stradtmann 12, Herman Zeugner 15, Samuel Brenton 2, Mary Burley 12, Adolph Cook 15, Malhing Kleiner 20, Heery EB Layver 20, August Maffert 13, Wilhelmina D. Moss 12, Toba L. Noyes 20, Charlee Starrett 15, William Firks 15, Dominique Hamil 15, Rachel MicCana 12, and Roxana Monroe 12.
Franklin county grand jury returns indictments against five legislators and one sergeant at arms in a bribery case. Senators Huffman Detond Andrews and Representatives Nye Lowry face charges. Diegel charged with aiding and abetting. Bonds posted. detectives cleared. further indictments anticipated as probe continues.
Washington March 3 The senate finance committee under new chairman Pebrove vows to press reciprocity measures and seek early Senate action. Informal committee session leaves hearings to end by May 13 with a report likely returned to the full body without recommendation.
At Rock Inland May 4 the United Christian party announced its nomination for national offices listing President Rev. Daniel B. Turney of Decatur Alabama and Vice President S. P. Cater of Howard Lake Minnesota with W. R. Benkett of Davenport Iowa as national chairman. The group demanded the unseating of Senator William Lorimer and recommended H. B. Simpson of Pana Illinois as his successor.
Philadelphia May 3 Drexel & Co announces purchase of Baldwin Locomotive Works for 250 million dollars. The sale marks a major consolidation in the American locomotive industry with Drexel taking control of the Philadelphia plant.
Captain Archibald Butt, President's military aide, is woken at nine AM to learn a caller cannot keep an eleven o'clock appointment. The exchange turns into a witty critique of Washington’s habit of inviting by telephone and waking officials. The piece is attributed to The Sunday Magazine.
Mrs. Maitland of Jasper Ontario tells how a three month old boy suffered a severe itchy rash spreading to his body. After trying many remedies he used Cuticura Soap Ointment and regained sleep and health with rapid improvement and no recurrence. May 27.
A mixed group of men with diverse nationalities discuss patriotism while drinking. An Irishman anxious to honor Eric creates confusion as a foreigner quotes a saying. The Hibernian mishears the remark and roars about an Irishman provoking the crowd.
An established factory plans a new distributing office for chia district and unoccupied territory. They offer $000 to $3,900 per distributor with stock on hand, $100 to $200 monthly pay, extra commissions and expenses based on district size. References required. Apply to Liberty Manufacturing Association, 230 West Hu ic an.
Fragmentary copy describes wool fabrics and a Chicago company Kuh Nathan Hincher involved in making SINCERITY CLOTHES. Includes dialogue about domestic slippers and humor, with unrelated stylistic notes and incomplete advertisement language. The readable pieces mention Mrs Wogse and Mrs Boggs in a domestic setting.
The fragment references Howell and Powell with a remark about being glad not in his power, offering no clear event or context for fuller reporting.
Climate changes cause chronic catarrh and Paxtive Teller Antiseptic is promoted as a specific treatment. The product, Paxtine powder, dissolves in water for spray or gargle, claims to remove secretions and heal inflammation while killing germs. Sold by Paxton Toilet Company Boston. 25¢ or 60¢ per box. sample available.
A humorous remark from Pock about a woman turning on the gas to asphyxiate her sleeping husband is quoted, framed as a grim domestic tragedy. The exchange portrays a melodramatic, darkly comic view of marital danger and lethal neglect.
Fragmentary OCR advertises TRE ALLENS FOOT EASE as an antisaptic powder for bunions and toe trouble. It mentions substitutions and a trial package, with scattered names and vendor vague references.
A garbled quotation mocks medical quackery with a nod to familiar cures. The passage touts Dr. Pierce’s Pallets as a sugar coated remedy impacting stomach liver and bowels while a tongue in cheek line questions optimist pose.
An advertisement touts Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senza as a gentle effective remedy for headaches colds indigestion and stomach upset. It claims worldwide recognition as the best family laxative and urges buying the genuine California Fig Syrup Co. product with clear company branding on the front of each package.
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