New Club Room for Guardsmen Draws Public Interest
A Thursday crowd toured the new drill hall and club quarters of Company A at the Armory in Marshfield, with remarks by Captain Reigel and Sergeant Greene. The event followed an annual banquet attended by officers and guests, highlighting community support and the militia’s revived spirit.
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Ariivosyack
Masie
Armory
Gahmor
Supervisiany
Joseph Morel
Cig
FL B
Reige
Pny
Maple and
Rerone
Streols
Hove
Srs
Fies
Connar
Seagel
Greene
Company A
Yaeger's Saloon at Yellow River Burned in High Wind
A Monday windstorm destroyed Yaeger’s Saloon and Dance Hall near the Yellow River south of Baker ville, a single fire loss reported in Marshfield area. The blaze started from a defective chimney, flames spread quickly, and neighbors with buckets saved a barn and the nearby Union Factory. Wind drove flames westward, sparing other buildings at the crossing.
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Marshfield
Vee Bridge
Rain Does Not Dampen Wisconsin Convention Fire Run
One of the leading features of Wisconsin Leungrymen’s convention was the Tre run held Friday evening. Despite light rain a large audience watched as the fire run proceeded with the hook and ladder and fire equipment in blazing illumination. Chief R. Winney and ex-Mayor Robert Connor led the parade in a stately roadster, the new gray car performing well on its first drill run.
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Feawres Wisconsin Leungrymen
Central Avenue
R. Winney
Robert Connor
Statx
M- W. BE. L& P. Company
Hoerl Takes Pitcher for First City Workout
A Sunday baseball practice drew last season’s local players to the city field for tryouts in all departments. A six inning scrimmage featured a new pitcher trial, with Taylor of Chippewa Falls returning home for the season. Lor will start innings at the Fairground. Normington’s laundry support noted.
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Taylor
Chipnews
Wis Leundey
Marshfield Girl Wins Honor at Local College Contest
A Marshfield student, among five top Laine participants, earned a college honor amid a ceremony with local families. Teague was among juniors recognized. Dorine atreat and B S Dorine represented the Marshfield area with the notable achievement.
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Marshfield
Qukee
Max
Cuughuty
Ulna
B.S
Yiheuker- Towner
Uni Sensi
Madison
Diveo
Dust Storm Feerce Obscures Horizon Amid Monday Wind
A Monday wind storm produced a thick dust cloud that obscured the horizon across broad areas. In Titer the haze appeared mainly to the west, resembling forest fire smoke but brown in color. Observers noted smoky conditions and wind speed increasing as the day progressed, likely rising from plowed fields and rural roads. By evening the cloud nearly hid the sun across regions.
Mother's Day Observed Across United States
Next Sunday will be observed as Mother's Day with special services in churches nationwide. The Presbyterian church announces that a white carnation symbolizing the day will be given to each worshipper. Also notes a baby girl born Saturday to Mr and Mrs Andrew Hoerl.
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United States
Andrew Hoerl
Wisconsin Laundrymen Gather at Marshfield Meeting
About 100 members of the Wisconsin Laundrymen's Association gathered in Marshfield for a two day session. Officers elected include J. Eugen of Racine as president and F. Howard of Waukesha as treasurer. Racine was named next meeting site for the first week of May 1917 with annual gatherings thereafter.
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Wisconsin Laundrymen’s Association
Ite
Maysheield
Lightning Strikes Two Dwellings In Sudden Storm
A severe electrical wind and rain storm Sunday night struck homes on South Vine street and Fourth street. In the Hinman residence a bolt shattered a wall and damaged wiring and telephones while the Burns home suffered a damaged chimney. Mr. Hinman reported a lingering headache after the shock. The storm ended just after 10 pm as movie shows concluded.
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W. G. Hinman
South Vine Street
Holt
John H. .Burns
Fourth Street
Milwaukee Sankers Take Sewer Bonds
The City of Marshfield sold sewerage disposal bonds for 20000 dollars plus accrued interest to Second Ward Savings Bank of Milwaukee for 20508.60. Four bids were received with the lowest at 20079 dollars, indicating strong demand for the issue.
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City of
Juniors Plan Prom For Friday May 19
The junior class invites the high school to the annual prom to be held in the gymnasium. Plans note the event will feature elaborate preparations by the junior class and aim to provide a well organized dance for seniors and juniors.
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Jesnus
Brewing Company Elects Board and Officers
Burkus of M ith OMcors of the company praised past year sales and expressed optimism that next year will surpass the previous one. Directors include clear treasurer and secretary roles with elected leaders confident in continued strong business volume.
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Comneny
New Steps for Library and Local Debate Prompt Reform
Council supports new cement steps for the public library amid long standing access issues. Scrub women of Marshfield face high prices. some urge a poor men’s group to challenge costs. Carranza’s swagger sparks comparison to Hughes in Mexican politics per regional papers.
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Marshfield
Pittsville
Death Delays Local Paving Work In Marshfield
Reported in Morning papers the Sunday night train collision killed Playa, assistant city engineer, and Valdemar Gustad, foreman presumed from Cast Stone Construction. Mayor Felker said the foreman for preliminary work was killed and that contacts with others and engineer vetting would occur, delaying paving on the north side. The Cast Stone Construction Co. expected to begin this week pending replacements.
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A. G. Felker
Marshfield
Ashfield
Ea. Claire
Wis
Terman
North Side
Playa
Valdemar Gustad
Gustad
Peter Miller Elected President at Michigan Republican Club
Peter Miller, son of Mr and Mrs Miller of this city, was elected president of the newly formed University of Michigan Republican club at a mass meeting of Michigan students in Ann Arbor. The honorary role signals strong student support as he seeks graduation from the University of Michigan in 1917.
Ninth District Catholic Societies Gather for Wisconsin Meeting
The Ninth District of German Catholic Societies of Wisconsin will hold a meeting in Rozellville with delegates from Point, Neilleville, Colby, Meador, and Rib Lake. St Joseph’s Parish plans a large relay and invites members to attend. The session begins with greetings and will feature a closing ceremony at the Rewle parochial club.
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Wisconsin
Rozellville
Neilleville
Colby
Meador
Rib Lake Ana
Dosey’s Societ
Leo Welock
Hater
Dance Proves Successful at Armory Dance Night
A crowd filled the Latics Aid of the Saeren Heart congregation event at the armory Monday evening. About 200 tickets were sold and funds raised secured a financial cushion for the society. The Second Regiment provided the dance bagie and contributed to a lively program featuring both old and new dances enjoyed by all attendees.
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Saeren Heart
Armory
Tre
Eagles Mall
Fines in Other Cities From Sunday Storm Fires
Reports across the state describe extensive damage from a Sunday night electrical storm. Duluth suffered a million dollar loss including the Alger Smith Lumber Plant, while New London and Bay Diske saw significant fires. Thorp, Grand Rapids, and Stanley reported smaller blazes as Governor Philipp paddled from Madison.
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Duluth
Alger-Smith Lumber Company
New London
Bay Diske
Thorp
Grand Rapids
Stanley
High Wind Triggers Factory Closures And Fire Watch
High winds prompt extra precautions as two local factories Uniham Manufacturing and Marshfield Stave shut down at noon and station crews in yards to curb fire risk. Fire department increases readiness while other plants stay open amid mainly light winds and general city advisories.
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Uniham Manufacturing Company
Marshfield Stave Company
Fire in Dust Piles Burns for Hours at Lumber Yard
A fire started near the dust-collecting area above the ballor house at the Sind diz Lumber and Yoncer plant. Sparks from sawdust caused a blaze that burned for seven hours before being brought under control. Strong winds later would have worsened the incident. Fire department not summoned.
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Velane
Sinddiz Lumber & Yoncer Company
Ines
Baller House
Two Alarms Send Fire Crews To Station Monday
A two alarm fire near West A street prompted multiple fire teams Monday night around 12 525 p m. A residence on Gog near the giggle lace tory suffered a spay front inferno from a Hummer chimney. The structure was badly damaged but not fully destroyed as wind spread flames to nearby houses. Firefighters battled the blaze and then found a second incident at a nearby pile of wood along West A street. It is believed a locomotive from the Soo Line started the second blaze.
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Marehnold
John Toypes
Okthaan
Bork
Trp
County Board Tackles Court House Heating and Tourist Signage
The Wood County board held a brief special session at Grand Rapids to address urgent needs. Managers approved repairing or replacing the court house heating plant and authorized signage on county cross roads for tourists. Additional items funded include a state fair appropriation, a potato show expense, and clerical salaries.
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County Board of Supervisors
Grand Rapides
Jublig
Court House
Register of Deeds
John WA. Hofman
Domi
A. B
Sun
Grand Rapids
Wood County Times
Nekooza
Louis Armaindean
J. WK. Seidl
Pittsville
PRED ONSTREICH INJERED IN CRATE ACCIDENT
Fred Onstreich a longtime teamster at the Soo freight depot slipped while lifting a 500 pound glass crate. The crate struck his left leg injuring it below the knee. He was taken to St Joseph's hospital where the leg was set. Recovery seems slow due to his age.
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Pred Onstreich
Fred Onstreich
Turing, Company
Soo
St. Joseph’s Hospital
Water and Light Figures Detailed in Marshfield Report
A detailed financial statement from the city owned Marshfield Water Electric Light and Pew company appears in today's Times council proceedings on page seven. It lists assets totaling 293397.83 dollars and details the funded works and operations of the utility.
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Marshfield Water, Electric Light & Pew Company
Times
Bark Peelers Ad Offers Boarding and Tools
An old classified item advertises Bark Peelers with prices from $2.50 to $82.75 per card. It lists sanitary boarding cars, a weekly board rate of $4.50, and credits Mark O'Malley as Foreman. Kneeland McLurg Lumber Co., Phillips, Wisconsin, appears as a related party.
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Sanc
Mark O'Malley
Kneeland-McLurg Lumber [Co
Phillips, Wis
Local Artist Ready to Perform in Community Event
The article notes artist Laurence or Laurent preparing to appear in a community program this March. Support from Supt. C. W. Otto and local officials is sought to attract a sizable audience, with emphasis on the arts and public backing for the program.
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Laren
United Jentos
Defack
Adleright
Supt
C. W. Otto
Death of Mrs Mary Zahn in Moanaville Hospital
Mrs Mary Zahn of Moanaville died at the hospital Thursday after a brief pneumonia illness. She was 56. Funeral services were held at the Catholic church in the city at nine oclock Monday morning with Rev Jogenh F Vals officiating.
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BS Zahn
Mary Zahn
Moanaville
Jogenh F. Vals
Mrs Henry Neinas Dies in City Hospital
Chili mourns the loss of Mrs Henry Neinas a respected elder who died Friday at the city hospital She was nearly 77 years old and the funeral was conducted Monday afternoon at one o clock
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Henry Neinas
Chili
Thee
Neinas
Hoot worm fuels debate on patriotism in Menasha
In a Menasha Record reflection, critics argue excessive love of country has become a hoot worm undermining national unity, while defenders insist pride strengthens civic duty amid evolving political theatre. The piece weighs cultural attitudes and public sentiment in a small Wisconsin community.
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Otto Rice
Tinots Laundrymen's Association
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Minnesota Laundry Owners Association
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Chippewa Falls
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