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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1911
Page
1
The Wisconsin total reaches 2,333,860 up 264,818 from 1900, with Milwaukee at 373,857 and Superior 40,584. Cities account for 46.4 percent of state population, while 19 counties declined and urban areas surged, signaling a strong move toward urban living.
The Boosters Club presentation at Adler Opera House lists the cast for the November 27 and 28 performances. The program names lead actors and supporting players slated to appear in the M C A Booster Club play.
Wood County scouts total 30,383 25,895 18,227 as members await new khaki uniforms. Scoutmaster Rev. M. R. Laird oversees drills and special features not common in all troops. Military drill at the armory includes setting up exercises from the National Guard to aid physical development and signal practice as progress is shown after under three months of organized effort.
Miss Helen Sexton of Marshfield and Joseph Glassner of Milwaukee wed in Milwaukee on Friday of last week in a ceremony witnessed by relatives and close friends. They will live in the same building as Mr and Mrs Joseph E Heller, sister of the groom. Both graduates of Marshfield high school class of 1911, the bride a longtime Marshfield resident and musician, the groom a former football and basketball captain who won state high school oratory honors in 1910. Present at the wedding were Mr and Mrs W A Sexton.
Prof Richard Urban renowned as a child prodigy and former Bach Milwaukee orchestra leader now operates a music school in Manitowoc. He has trained under Ludwig Wrangel in Christiania and will perform with his orchestra and concert company for a Marshfield audience, followed by a dance at the armory.
Rev. Melvin R. Laird will speak next Sunday at the Presbyterian church about Egypt. He will illustrate his talk with stereopticon slides based on photographs from his two year old trip through Egypt. The slides show various historic phases and were made during a thorough study of the country. All are urged to attend.
A longtime Marshfield reader praises the newspaper for accurate local market prices and reliability. The paper notes past reports attached to Sparr Cereal Company and confirms Mr. Sports will back the corrected figures, with accidental misprints handled.
A quiet Thursday wedding united Miss Bertha Klick and Ben Candy of Iron Mountain Wisconsin at the home of Mr and Mrs L J Smith on Arlington Ave The ceremony was conducted by Rev A J Coram in the presence of relatives and intimates The groom a mine superintendent and brother of Mrs Smith is praised for his character The bride is described as popular The couple planned a brief Milwaukee visit before returning to Iron Mountain
Michael Griffin, former sheriff of Wood county and current landlord of the Thomas House, was chosen by the District Board of School District No.1 to serve as truancy officer under a new state law. The appointment, pending formal acceptance, follows widespread school attendance enforcement with frequent arrests, including twenty in Wausau last week.
A Marshfield article urges citizens to visit public schools, arguing that parents are stockholders in the nation’s future and urging cooperation with teachers. It notes monthly costs, low parent visitation to the high school, and asks why locals neglect this duty while enjoying other entertainments.
Strong M H S basketball looks to rebound after last year’s uneven start. Veteran stars Melvin Kraus Pat Wright Ted Witt return, with Whar feld Emeron Wright Wahie Dem ore and others. Coach plans early workouts to shape all players and perfect newcomers for a strong season.
Deer season begins Friday November 10 as hunters from this region prepare for their annual trek to remote woods. Warnings from game laws warn against hunting at night with dogs or in water or on ice and prohibit salt luring or using artificial light. Penalties include fines from twenty five to one hundred dollars or county jail time from thirty to ninety days.
Miss Inez Noll will present a talk on Mexico with slides at the Woman's Club meeting on November 13. Roddis will introduce the speaker and chair the event.
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