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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1912
Page
12
The United Play Company of Chicago has acquired Western rights for several New York and London plays, including The Third Degree, with plans to present the work in the area. The note questions why the city cannot host this acclaimed production.
Advertisement touts immense profits in Wyoming cattle trade with limited shares and par value stock. Promises 7 percent guaranteed returns and high reference quality. Contact G. M. Winkleman, Manville, Wyo. for particulars.
A sensational patent medicine ad claims Yank special can cure pimples freckles and rough skin. It touts vegetable ingredients and rapid results with overnight and morning application, urging readers to buy via Chicago firms or direct mail order. The piece emphasizes social disgrace from blemishes and extreme quick improvements.
Mrs Martha Ingham from Spencer visits daughter in Lake City Minnesota. Mrs F W Heath visits Abbotsford with parents. Hallowe en party hosted by Miss Mae Eva and Hattie Reas. A Soles depart for Syracuse New York for extended visit. Mrs Foster McIthattan of Ladysmith stays with parents due to mother's illness. Mrs J C Andrews celebrated birthday with friends. Mr and Mrs C F Thoms visit from Stevens Point. Mrs Jessie Langdon Hampton visits grandmother L Messer. Miss Joyce Graver returns from Superior Normal to aid ill mother. Walt Rieger sells farm and moves to town. Postmaster F W Heath and E L Messer handle post office affairs after robbery. Mr Messer stays in Spencer till evening train. Mrs J N Farrington wins Supreme Court damages case against Rib Lake Lumber Co. Lawyer Conway of Grand Rapids credited. Miss Idamae Parrett and Mr Charles Seyferth marry in Spencer. bride to reside at Corliss where groom works in chemistry. Bride is fourth daughter of Mrs Parrett with many Spencer friends following her.
Pearl attended Sen La Follette's address in Marshfield on national political issues. Mrs Galbraith of Minnesota visits sister Mrs Helen Foote while staying with a son and daughter at the academy. Mr John Graham and son listened to a discussion on state and national issues ahead of the election.
Richfield reports George Cole moved into his new house last week. Harry Steevers is nearing completion of his new house. Mrs W Porter returned Friday from a visit to Plainfield Wisconsin. Peter Kinski of Spring Water Wisconsin visited his friend C W Porter over Sunday.
In a Farm and Fireside style note the writer extols sheep farming as a sure money maker that improves soil fertility. He contrasts past neglect with current praise for wool and mutton prices, citing Illinois farmer views on rising land values and overlooked fertilizing benefits of sheep.
The author recalls twenty five years of mission travels, praising humble hospitality from country families in Adams County. He recounts a simple supper of radish, bread, and green tea, shared after visits to two farmers and a heartfelt urging to serve Jesus through such acts. The piece reflects on perseverance, gratitude, and the solace found in modest deeds.
The University of Wisconsin College of Agriculture will host a ten day farmers course January 28 to February 7 1913 with separate programs for women and girls covering home work and surroundings and for men and boys on grain fruit and livestock farming including disease control. Tuition is free and only board and room cost about five dollars per week.
A circular from the Marshfield Free Library invites all residents to use the library freely. It stresses a democratic institution, urges patrons to tell friends about library cards, and emphasizes liberal rules and access to the latest materials.
An advertisement claims Chamberlain's Liniment provides relief for pain and soreness when applied to affected parts with a dampened flannel. It urges readers not to waste money on strengthening plasters and notes the product is sold by all dealers.
Eddie, aspiring to be a preacher, learns that preaching through daily kindness matters more than formal sermonizing. Grandma nudges him to apply the text Be kind to one another, and week by week he practices thoughtful acts. In the end he discovers his real audience is those around him.
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