Marshfield Council OKs Probe Into Water Power Shortage
At a special meeting the Marshfield council unanimously backed a judiciary committee probe into water and light accounts. The panel reported a shortage of at least 1600 dollars, named Louis B. Carl as defaulter, and requested custody of cash books 2002 2807 242% and 626 from 1909 to 1913 to speed the inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judiciary Committee
Frank ©. Ritt
Roddis
John Lull
Wausau
John Alexander Cooper & Co
Chicaxo
Carl
Marshfield Water, Electric Light & Power Co
R. J. Schatz
State Bank
Boyd
Hamilton Repprs FW
Thuss. BR
H. Schroeder
ALD
City of
Marshfield
Marsheld Water, Electric Light & Power Department
L. B. Carl
Dread Visitor Takes Dave Kirkwood in Marshfield
Dave Kirkwood died after a sinking spell on Wednesday at his home on Bast Street in Marshfield. He was 58, former Curtis Yale foreman at Wausau and owner of The Fair Store. Survived by his wife, a sister Mrs G E Lutsey of New London, and many friends. Funeral services were held at his home and at Kaukauna, with interment there Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dave Kirkwood
Jon Bast
Third Street
W. D. Kirkwood
Curtis-Yale
Wausau
Marshfield
Kirkwood
Curtis & Yale Co
Robert Gerth
G. E. Lutsey
New London
Ambrose
Presbyterian Church
Jos
Arpin Store Destroyed by Major Fire
The Arpin Mercantile Company's general store at Arpin was totally destroyed by a Monday night fire. The frame building housing shelves and goods burned to the ground. insurance of 7000 dollars is believed sufficient to cover the loss. Hugo Wegener left for Aspin to discuss claims. James Mercer has long served as manager. St Alban's Guild announces a rummage sale on October 15 16 and 17 with location yet to be announced.
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Arpin Merentile Company
Arpin
Hugo Wegener
Aspin
James Mercer
St. Alban's Guild
Citizens Attend Large Public Board Meeting and Bond Shortage
Citizens filled the meeting room as the public board discussed records access and safekeeping. The council notified United States Fidelity and Guaranty of Baltimore to cover a $2500 shortage as bondsmen for ex-Supt Cari, a bond set to expire today.
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United Sates Fidelity & Guaranty Company of
Baltimore
Nothing Like Our Wisconsin Farms Says Frank Noll
Frank A. Noll and Mrs. Noll returned from Aberdeen and Presho South Dakota after a lengthy automobile trip. He contrasts Wisconsin’s farmland with Dakotas, noting repeated poor seasons for Dakota farmers and showing affection for Wisconsin fields. Their son Frank, entering Aberdeen University, accompanied them on the journey.
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Wisconsin
Frank Noll
Dakotas
Frank A. Noll
Mike Terry
Marshfield
Souh Dakota
Noll
Mr. Terry
Plumber Licenses Take Effect Under Wisconsin Act
A Madison letter details the new Wisconsin plumbing license law effective tomorrow. It requires a contractor and master license costing 50 dollars total, with separate renewal fees of 20 for contractors 6 for masters and 1 for journeymen. The state anticipates annual revenue around 230000 dollars.
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Wisconsin
Madison
Alex J. Mettelka
Izhrnst
Esther Stommel
Plumbing Division
Wisconsin Business University LaCrosse Ad
Announcement offers a free catalogue from the W. B. U. of La Crosse praised as the Northwest’s top business training school. It cites charter status, thousands of employed graduates, a large faculty, individualized instruction, and placement services. Also notes student housing with nice families and invites writing for information.
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la Crosse
Northwest
Gar
Wisconsin Business University
LaCrosse
Wis
Marshfield Triumphs 20 Medford 13 In Week Clash
Marshfield over Medford 20 to 13 on Medford field after two quick Marshfield touchdowns. Medford fought back to tie late in the first half, then Marshfield added a fourth quarter score to regain the lead. Captain Berden and Reynolds starred on both sides as Marshfield prepared for Neillsville next Saturday.
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Medford
Marshfield
Reynolds
Spears
Delmore
Justes
Marshfield Boys
Nei
Capt
Berden
Song
Capt. Berden
Anderson Quart
White
Jenkins
Connor
Schroeder
Sweeting
Welch
Whitney
Wendt
Pam
W. Connor
Neillsvillz
Keel High
Mershfield
Neilsville
Growin' Some The Times Acknowledges Community Support
The Times thanks readers for generous support in the subscription contest and notes a net rise in circulation making it the paper reaching more homes in this section. It credits Marshfield merchants for September advertising and pledges to continue reporting the real news weekly. The columns are open to legitimate grievances and public discussions. sign your name.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Times
Marshfield
Times
Voters Demand Swift Recall Of Mayor Connor In Marshfield
Petitions circulated in Marshfield Wisconsin demand a recall election for Mayor Robert Connor. Citizens claim neglect and inefficiency in office, citing irregularities in city water and light funds. Signing grounds are stated as any elector eligible for the special election.
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Robert Connor
City Light and Water Department
Judiciary Committee
Connor
Water and Light Commission
Marshfield
Wood County
Wisconsin
Shortage in Marshfield utility bonds climbs toward $2800
Frank Ritt, expert accountant, reports the Marshfield Water Electric Light Power Company shortage has reached 2800 with growth expected as new evidence surfaces. The figure surpasses Louis B Carl's bond by 300 and United States Fidelity & Guarantee Co has been notified to act.
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Marshfield Water, Electric Light & Power Co
Frank C. Ritt
R. E. Andrews
Carl
Electric Light & Power Company
Frank ©. Ritt
Judiciary Committee
Council
Louis B. Carl
United States Fidelity & Guarantee Company
P.j. Kraus
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