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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1916
Page
3
A garbled excerpt presents a quoted line praising national loyalty amid criticism. The passage reads “In her in tercourse with foreign na tions may she always be in the right, but our country, right or wrong.” attributed to Stephen Decatin, with apparent OCR errors.
The piece is a garbled critique referencing a New Yorker visit, a rally ground, and figures like Mord and Peedariel Lay deities. It laments patriotism limits, railing against republican allegiance and calling for a reevaluation of loyalty, with digs at Purdamay and references to historical colonial loyalties and Civil War era themes.
A fragmented draft discusses candidates Mossad and McGovern in a tilt to challenge Philipp. Editors note state issues and campaign momentum, with mentions of the progressive movement and upcoming political fights. The piece laments press coverage and public respect, predicting a crowded field and heated debate ahead.
William Jesaings 1 at the big origin in retres t the masesient for pre- Wi waderie control of the minkeyons. Yet no evidence was offered to prove the assertion. The piece compares such a claim to Bryan era rhetoric and criticizes reliance on sentimental charges over conviction, citing Callaw son leader like William fern Bryan-Joferson County Union.
A historic push to lower postage for local newspapers and periodicals faces debate. Proponents urge a one cent letter rate and revised magazine charges, arguing big publishers profit while local papers bear costs. Critics warn changes could shift advertising revenue and burden smaller outlets.
In the Wisconsin University Health Bulletin the author critiques the then unsettled causes of cancer and the efficacy of early surgical removal. The piece notes varying theories on infectious versus hereditary origins and calls for cautious, early physician identification while warning against self diagnosis and sensational claims.
A Milwaukee Journal summary notes Wisconsin members of Congress voted against increasing the regular army from 140,000 to 250,000 men. The piece accuses Browne, Hiseh, Frear, Lemont, Nelson, and Reilly of misrepresenting Wiscon sin by opposing a measure to strengthen U S defenses, arguing the state would remain weak and unable to defend its soil while facing borders like Mexico. The editorial frames the vote as failing to match Holland and Switzerland in readiness.
The text argues that coast artillery should act as infantry and that a 250000 strong army would still be insufficient against Mexico. It condemns Wisconsin congressmen for undermining preparedness, warning constituents of surrendering rights and risking a tank army and navy fleeing before an invader.
A fragmentary memo discusses an Anti-Enlistment League led by Young Foy, aiming to educate the public on universal military service. It cites a Washington organization and traces a candidate’s career from 1851 through becoming army chief, framing him as a model patriot and urging public support.
A compact, fragmentary view of editorials and notices across Wisconsin papers. It mentions editors questioning independence, rising gasoline concerns, housing foreclosures, hatcheries in Wisconsin, and economic debates. References Verdun casualty reporting and reactions to submarine policy. Mentions lottery schemes linked to state fair and political opinion on Woodrow Wilson.
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