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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1917
Page
5
A 1917 publication appeals advertisers to avoid fraudulent or objectionable advertising and to maintain truth in representations. It urges readers to report any failure by advertisers to meet honesty standards and to rely on column integrity.
Notable quotation attributed to Stephen Decatur urging unity with foreign nations while affirming loyalty to country. Widespreadly cited in 19th century discussions of national posture and patriotism.
A historic quote urges daily purpose saying God grants tasks that must be done, shaping virtue through duty. It emphasizes that being compelled to work and strive disciplines and strengthens the character of the diligent over the idle.
A 1917 Thanksgiving reflection recalls the Pilgrims' move for liberty and safety in America and links it to thousands of Americans leaving shores for Europe to defend democracy. The piece honors ongoing sacrifice, gratitude for providence, and unity with allied nations while acknowledging those serving abroad.
The article notes 27,000 typhoid cases in the war era, with 14,000 in January 1915 and 32,000 in December 1918, highlighting vaccination's impact. It argues anti-typhoid vaccination protects soldiers and civilians, cites improved French civil health, and praises Major Rist's calm scientific approach amid Paris defense.
Norah Perkins argues in Sunshine and Shadow that authenticity matters and living with individuality is essential. In New York social types mix real and counterfeit, urging readers to cultivate inner talents and avoid masking true character despite fleeting pretenses.
A preacher or leader urges unwavering support for the institution and its paymaster. He argues that true loyalty means undivided service and speaking well of the entity one represents, even if it conflicts with personal cleverness or critique. Disparaging the group while part of it harms oneself.
Surgeon-Major Edouard Rist of the French army told the Washington APHA gathering that early war mobilization caused French disease while the enemy saw higher typhus levels. He notes no typhus cases in French lines, two smallpox in the army, fifty in civilians, and contrasts Austria's epidemic..Entities include Edouard Rist and Austria with disease comparisons.
Bedford Ohio report features a testimonial from Mel Frank A. Harkey of Ash Street praising Vinol a cod liver and iron tonic. The speaker describes years of illness and frailty then recovery after using Vinol, quoting a friend and another endorsement from a spouse. The notice promotes Demgen Drug Co. of Marshfield as distributor.
An illustrated excerpt from The Plowman depicts a baptismal sermon by a black preacher denouncing sin and a chorus of responses from a congregation. The preacher condemns immorality and the crime of melon theft while a backseat brother reacts with a whispered question and a man seeks his knife.
Mrs Rose Middleton of Greenville Ul reports that Chamberlains Cough Remedy stopped her children's croup attacks immediately and she uses it for coughs and colds with good results.
A wartime verse from Camp Grant written by Private James C. Miller laments raids on clothes and poor sleep. The poem blends prayer with humorous digs at hunger, sand smells, and army life, longing for home and calm. The speaker asks divine aid to keep bunk safe, endure rough duties, and return home across the sea.
A historical plan calls for rat proofing all new buildings and remodeling existing ones with screens and gratings, plus sewer and drain changes to block rat access. It urges cleanliness in markets, removal of harboring debris, protection of natural rat enemies, trained rat dogs, airtight food storage, systematic poisoning and trapping, public awareness campaigns.
United States Senator Atlee Pomerene denounced pacifism and pro German sentiment in a Business Men's club address. He asserted Americans with a heart for America must stand with the nation, others should return to Germany to fight, and pledged Americans at home would observe Kaiser lieutenants.
A humorous reminiscence contrasts old methods of courting with modern speed. The piece notes how couples moved from horse drawn outings to driving rapid, noisy rides in cars, as youths hurry to reach a date, panels of romance and the era’s brisk pace.
The remark suggests that prayers may be more effective if we seek what we need most rather than what we want most, prompting reflection on the motives and focus of our requests.
A citizen warns that Nevada's legislature with under 100 thousand people would have equal say with Wisconsin's legislature of over two million in ratifying a constitutional amendment. He urges asking representatives in Washington to vote for the nation's and state's best interests, not district interests.
A Merrill Daily Herald critique of overlapping war work by national societies and local defense councils contrasts with ribbing about profanity in farm writings from River Falls Times. Other clippings warn mice menace in Australia, note packing-house profit margins, urge a modest Thanksgiving, and advocate rail and fuel conservation to save manpower for war.
A synthesis of editorials notes timely action by the food administration to halt waste from faulty distribution. It calls for inspections of all cars receiving foodstuffs and urges reducing waste to lower living costs, while contrasting delivery pricing with in-store purchases.
An elderly reader notes that as people age their food needs drop and the stomach becomes a lighter eater. Even careful eaters may overindulge and require Chamberlain's Tablets to restore natural digestion, strengthen the stomach, and gently move the bowels without pepsin.
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