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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1915
Page
3
The Marchfield Times states it does not knowingly accept false or fraudulent advertising and prints all ads with confidence in the advertiser. Readers are asked to report any advertiser failure to honor representations in Times ads.
The Wausau Record-Herald argues persistent grade crossing hazards threaten public safety more than a statewide health scare. It notes a recent tragedy in Marshfield that killed four leading citizens and urges swift construction of bridges to separate road and rail travel, deeming the cost minimal compared to the danger.
The governor's office released the Wood county state tax levy figures. Taxes for 1914 to meet the levy total $74,078.88, while 1913 payments run to $46,888,590, reflecting a reduction of 38,005.27.
The notice warns that a second cold often follows a first, risking serious diseases like chronic catarrh pneumonia or consumption. It urges prompt treatment and promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as effective, affordable at a quarter, and widely available.
Community readers told to donate unwanted back issues to the library for the reference file. Cataloging efforts would reuse usable magazines, with extras cut for clipping and picture collections. Library hours are 10 to 12 and 12 to 6 and 7 to 9 pm.
A concise aphorism notes that true artistry emerges after disciplined labor. It links diligent technique with creative achievement, implying skill grows through steady practice and structured effort. The idea echoes craft traditions valuing technique as foundation for original expression.
A humorous dialogue between Ma and Pa during a rural drive highlights miscommunications and stubborn pride. Ma worries about dangers on the road while Pa insists on driving, claiming safety and skill, with comic exchanges about horns, pedestrians, and streetcars.
An elderly Sage remarks on late night loitering by youths and recalls past activism. A cashier notes funds are being raised for a YMCA to provide clean recreation for young men, but the Sage declines to contribute, arguing the old gym is sufficient and youths should pay themselves.
An old advertisement claims Mrs. Mary Rapp of Marshfield praise for Dean's Kidney Pills after periods of backache and kidney trouble. The text includes moral quips and proverbs about decision and ambition, interspersed with promotional lines for Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
A compact look at historical events tied to November dates spanning 1864 to 1870 and beyond. Lincoln’s 1864 re election, Shenandoah surrender to Britain in 1865, Wirz execution for Andersonville crimes, bells melted for cannons in 1870, and 1857 bank charter panic relief in England. Also lists French exile and Burnside versus Longstreet in 1863 with a closing verse about ill fitting shoes.
A short description notes a woman spending day reading or knitting and attending several movie shows each night, suggesting a quiet domestic routine contrasted with evening entertainment pursuit.
Ruth and her sister discuss shabby chiffon seams and the value of a paper underlay to prevent puckering when sewing. The sisters debate straightening techniques and blame Marguerite's crooked seams on a faulty hinge, with a practical tip shared for machine stitching delicate fabrics.
A fragmentary compilation notes speeds of birds and animals, ranges of animal sizes by age, and common measures. It mentions 90 mph for ducks, 38 mph pigeons, 60 miles for swallows, 120 mph for an unknown rate, bear sizes by age, temperatures 110 and 98 degrees, a Newcastle coal mine 400 yards below surface, water boiler depth 3,200 yards, hot springs, and permanent Siberian permafrost to 660 feet.
Clouds are water particles usually under 3000 feet above ground and never more than six miles apart. They contain electricity and reach peak tension during a thunder storm.
A quirky excerpt outlines three chicken dishes. It describes Chicken Soup with simmering and herbs, Chicken Stew using dark meat with mushrooms and peppers, and Chicken Aspic from white meat with broth gelatine and olives. Also notes that headaches arise from new thinking.
A Wisconsin sermon recounts a road named in memory of Robert Louis Stevenson and the kindness of his island hosts. It narrates how the Road of the Loving Heart was built by locals to honor his Christian generosity and the lessons of living kindly, ending with a note on applying Jesus’ help to walk in love.
Mrs E O Irwin of New Kensington Pennsylvania describes sleepless nights before learning Chamberlain s Cough Remedy. She urges mothers to keep a bottle in the house and use as directed, stating it always gave her boy relief. Obtainable everywhere.
An English ship anchors off Upolu in the South Seas and sailors explore a Samoan coast. They notice tropical trees and a narrow road leading from the shore to a hillside cottage, observing the locals and their unfamiliar language and customs.
A testimony from Geo A Collins of Haketport New Hampshire claims a weak and ailing child, aged years, recovered strength after using Vinol. The note credits Vinol with improving appetite and overall health, attributing the recovery to cod liver elements and tonic iron. Sexton's Prescription Store promotes the product.
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