Memorial Day Oration Honoring Veterans at Park
A Memorial Day ceremony in Columbia Mek featured Hon. George Th. Parkhill of Abbots- Fyre delivering a long address praising the loyalty of citizens and the fallen, with veterans and parade participants recognizing their debt to the Grand Army of the Republic. The speaker emphasized sacrifice and national unity, noting that the day blends sorrow and pride as veterans’ memories endure.
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George Th. Parkhill
Abbots- Fyre
Columbia Mek
James
Blaine
Hope Hall
Antietam
Gettysburg
Vicksburg
Abe
New Auto Firm Forms At East Fourth and Maple Streets
Max Wegner formerly of Marshfield Hardware and Auto joins with brother in law Paul Pirwitz to manage a new garage at East Fourth and Maple streets. It was 80 degrees in the shade on Wednesday, the first growing day.
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Max Wegner
Marshfield Hardware & Auto Company
Paul Pirwitz
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East Fourth and
Maple Streets
Banks To Close Saturday Afternoons In Summer
Banks in the area will close every Saturday afternoon during the summer. Customers are asked to conduct business before noon as the banking hour is shortened. The new schedule takes effect on the upcoming Saturday, June 3.
Cows Killed by Storm Reported in City Ward
A Monday afternoon storm is blamed for the death of several cows in the city. Philip Schunk of the Sixth Ward provided the livestock loss report, noting the affected area and condition.
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Philip Schunk
Sixth Ward
A Nut for Every Bolt Spurs Party Rift
Bryan threatens to bolt from the Democratic party as a faction in Cambridge Minnesota voices dissent. North Star coverage notes the divide with emphasis on potential realignment and local political tension.
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Bryan
Democratic Party
Cambridge
Minn
North Star
Mayor offers flag to patriot arene
The mayor promises a large flag as a prize in Marshfield for a parade competition. Aimed at schoolchildren, the contest requires participants to wear white and carry a small flag. The largest flag will be worn by several children during the parade, with participation open to all schools.
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Marshfield
Business men start new plan for city drive
A large gathering at city hall framed a plan to form a commercial club in the city. Elected president L P L Tiffault and a long list of directors will guide the effort, with committees to organize and recruit members. The organization aims to imitate successful clubs in nearby cities and promote local business interests.
Seeger Attends Railway Emperor In Great Surtrern Event
The report details Seeger of Rochester and Mrs. Seles as well known locals attending a railway related event connected to the Great Surtrern operation. Mayo and Mr. Ti are referenced in relation to the proceedings, with commentary on the operation's development and aftermath.
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Diane
Stinley
Seeger
Rochesters
Heather
Mayo
Ed as delegates win election for encampment event
Winnedanriad was elected by Post No. 110 as the encampment of the 6 Army to be held at Ripan in Tun.
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Winnedanraid
Ripan
Tun
Another Truce Convert The Marskuiehl Brewing Company
The Marskuiehl Brewing company is a latest convert in the autotruck era as its light delivery wagon shifts to new methods.
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Marskuiehl Brewing Company
Turmoil Editorial and Memorial Day Program Highlight Local Page
A compact feature page lists editorial commentary on turmoil and local state press views. Memorial Day program details appear alongside brief items on child tragedy, bank closes for half day, and scattered amusements.
Club Dance Promises Aid to Hospital Patient and Music Education
The Fortnightly Musical club hosts an evening event with dancing to a Second Regiment orchestra. Proceeds from the dance will pay the hospital bill of a destitute boy who recently received treatment locally, with any surplus earmarked for a promising young singer's musical education.
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Henewdt
Banks of County to Close One Half Day
Banks of Wood County will close at noon every Saturday during June July August and September. The change is being implemented this week and banks are informing customers to avoid inconvenience.
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Wood County
Wrre
Child Dies as Lightning Strikes on Open Street
Six year old Marcella Schlatke was killed and her mother severely injured when a lightning bolt struck near their West A street home while returning from a florist. Mrs. Lehinske, unconscious, was nearby as bystanders rushed to aid the injured and recover the child. Eyewitness Robert Krohn described the pair being thrown to the ground in the sudden storm.
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Marshfield End
Fred Seblaske
Marcella
Marenla
St. Ges
Home Movie Contest Offers Chance for Meany
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Tyas
Marshtiahd
Marckdekl
Winnipeg physician jailed on bond in Marshfield border trip
Winnipeg physician Dr. W. A Brown arrived in Marshfield on his way through and stated at the Trdependent garage that this was their annual visit. He related an unusual border crossing tale noting new restrictions since the war required him to post a $50 bond for the return of himself and his car to Canadian territory within ninety days.
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Winnipeg
W. A Brown
Marshfield
Brown
City pays share of tribute on Decoration Day parade
City and military groups joined a grand Decoration Day observance with a parade to the cemetery and ceremonies at the park. Veterans graves were honored with flowers as crowds gathered, a musical program followed at the park, and an address was given by George S. of Ahnbotsford. Company A performed an exhibition drill before a large crowd.
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Wis
Ube
Marghfield
Trivi
the Republic
Ond Infantry
Wixcodr
Hifeside
Cheivil
Central Avenue
Washington School
George 3
Ahnbotsford
Mr. Parkhill
Alg. Felkers
Waiting for Motor Delays Marshfield Brick Plant Start
The Marshfield Brick and Tile company faces delays in starting its plant as the arrival of the motor is postponed. A new patent digging machine is now in use, excavating and piling clay at about one third of a yard per haul.
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Marshfield Brick & Tie Company
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