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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1910
Page
4
The Marshfield Times notes Washington Post commentary blaming those who shape a girl’s views for her New York stay. It argues the fault lies with duty bearers and not business or social life, and condemns broad judgments about a girl’s ability to live honorably in the city.
In Janaica South 1 the main burst cut water, crippling supply and causing hardship in homes, orphanages, and institutions. Automobiles were used to haul water in barrels to bring relief, proving travel bottlenecks but showing the car can be a vital auxiliary during stress.
A party of sixty eight arrives in Honolulu to study at American institutions. The students are among those sent by the Chinese government with expenses funded by Boxer indemnity money repaid by the United States. The arrangement is praised by Chinese leadership for strengthening ties and influence.
Engineers at work on the Panama Canal propose to leave as chance to the sea. They conduct experiments to determine the effect of seawater on concrete used in the canal. Concrete at various stages of preparation and with different protective forms will be exposed to the salt water and results carefully recorded. This large project includes extensive pre cautions to guard against future risk.
The report notes no cholera in Berlin even as the disease spreads in nearby areas, reflecting the success of safeguards. It asserts modern medicine defeats once-feared scourges and cites yellow fever cholera and lice as no longer terrorizing.
A sixty six year old woman died from a mysterious paralysis described as a general condition. The report notes scientists who named the ailment lacked detailed information, reflecting limited knowledge at the time.
A Chloggo professor argues the law hinders some people, suggesting burglars pickpockets and grafters. He asserts the law’s intent matches this view. The piece touches on farmers interest in aviation, while noting Mao’s pigeons in a casual aside about modern life.
A quirky note imagines using Lat Esperanto as a playful language to tell a story about returning a dog to his wife. The idea mixes language choice with a domestic moment, suggesting a lighthearted approach to communication and reunion.
Wisconsin sheriff prepares to force surrender of outlaw Dietz after rejected terms. Deputies vow to rush his Cameron dam cabin dead or alive as Dietz resists, demanding charges dropped except for the shooting of Hartson. Four years of conflict, family armaments, and threats loom as authorities seek a swift end.
In St Petersburg Captain Maclevich, a Russian military aviator, died during an altitude contest when his biplane suddenly upset after he descended from 3,930 feet to 1,640 feet. He was ejected and fell to the ground, breaking every bone except one arm.
Lincoln Nebraska delegates from every state gathered as the Farmers National Congress opened in the Auditorium. President Joshua Strange of Marion Indiana outlined aims including soil conservation, prohibition of intoxicants, river and harbor improvements, forestry bureaus, animal industry, reclamation, roads, agricultural education, and federal aid for extension work and secondary schools. The congress opposed free seed distribution and ship subsidies and called for tighter oleomargarine laws.
New York reports Standard Oil plans a global campaign to lift refined oil consumption. Prices are reduced at home and abroad to spur demand, with US gas prices lowered from 64 to 59 cents a gallon and refinery barrel prices cut from 9% to 8% cents.
New York reports Colonel Theodore Roosevelt narrowly eluded an oncoming touring car on a sharp Seradd curve near Sagamore Mill. The former president rode a spirited black horse and steadied the animal, allowing the car driven by Mrs. Frederick Southack to pass unscathed. Initial claims of a collision were denied at Sagamore Hill.
Los Angeles police confirm a dynamite plot trail in the Times plant case. Chief Galloway mentions a second clue engaging detectives in San Francisco. Gen Harrison Gray Orla, Times proprietor, is arrested for allegedly criminally libeling Andrew Gallagher, a San Francisco labor leader, as he heads to a funeral.
Chicago report says Lee O Neil Browne named legislators and others as leaders in orchestrating votes for Lorimer prior to his election as junior senator. He listed Ek J Smajkal B J Chiperfield and Daniel Shanahan among those involved and noted unnamed friends funded trials. Browne deflected questions on bribery and testimony.
Charles B. Hughes resigns as governor, submitting a brief official document to the Legislature. He leaves Albany for Washington to assume duties as a justice of the United States Supreme Court and perhaps later the presiding justice role. Horace White becomes governor.
The opening service at Muste Ball began with Holy Communion shortly after daybreak. Rt Rev John Wordsworth, bishop of Salisbury England, preached the opening sermon bringing greetings from the Church of England and urging greater activity for the church. The house of bishops elected Chairman Bishop Boyd Vincent Onto and Presiding Bishop Rev Daniel Sylvester Tuttle Missouri.
The Massachusetts Republican state convention backed the Taft administration and named Eben Draper by acclamation for a third term as governor. Other state officers were nominated unanimously. The platform urged a tariff law, a permanent tariff board, and conservation of national resources.
Two men died and a third was seriously injured in an explosion in the high explosive building at the Washington navy yard. The deceased were first class ordnance men John Cademasteri and James Griffith, who died after being injured in the blast. They were the only workers present in the shop at the time.
Mrs Bridges Johnson, seventy two, marries her adopted son August Bendel, twenty two, in Yorkville. Her biological children hire lawyers and seek to annul the union, protesting the relationship and attempting to block the marriage by legal action.
Governor demands James Mc Davitt of Dakota County appear before a governor appointed commissioner to explain why the shooting at FremO Park on September 18 was not stopped.
New Yorki Mr and Mrs George By Gerau of Los Angeles and Mr Gerau's sister Antoinette were seriously injured Friday in a taxicab crash on Riverside Drive.
New York legislative graft committee hears from Olie Lyons of Sugar Refining Co that $9,000 was paid as appreciation for former Senator John Raines for helping pass legislation favorable to the sugar business. Lyons testifies the sum reflects gratitude for helping secure the needed measures.
Miss Hattie Siders twenty-one years old shot herself Friday while with Homer Wooster police chief of Albia. The two registered at a local hotel under the names Art Fisher and wife, prompting a swift inquiry into the apparent suicide amid a puzzling elopement scenario.
Five inmates escaped from the Alexander county jail in Cairo on Friday by sawing bars in two at a window. One prisoner faced charges of attempted murder while the other four were charged with burglary.
The Cincinnati based Chicago National League team will meet the Philadelphia Athletics of the American League in the world series opening Monday October 11 in the present city. The schedule continues October 18 in Philadelphia October 20 in Chicago October 21 in Chicago October 22 in Philadelphia October 28 in Chicago. If a seventh game is necessary the location will be decided by a coin toss.
Boston Democrat delegates nominate Frederick W. Mansfield of Boston for governor by acclamation at the state convention held Friday.
One hundred fifty thousand dollars is the estimated loss from a fire in Mason City Transfer and Storage building and contents on Friday. The International Harvester Company is listed as the greatest loser.
J L Meredith of Mason City and J Wallace of Des Moines died or were fatally hurt in a head on collision on a curve near Avramodile rages. Meredith owned Meredith Automobile Co and drove a Hudson. Wallace drove a Reo. Witnesses saw the crash from the grandstand as both cars were demolished.
Danville IM reports a mine fire near Hartford, six miles west of the city, started on the lower level and by spontaneous combustion. A general alarm brought 150 workers to the surface. the fire is walled in and threatens the north half of the level.
Bodies of nine men from the New Hampshire sailing launch were found drowned Saturday night in the Hudson River. They were brought to the hospital and prepared for shipment to relatives. Fellow shipmates identified the victims.
In Manchester England the dispute between the Federation of Master Spinners and six employees triggered a lockout affecting 136,1900 workers. The conflict was settled Thursday and mills will reopen next week restoring production.
Frank M. Tarpion, publisher of the People's Home Journal and a millionaire, killed himself Thursday by cutting his throat in the bathroom of his Brooklyn residence.
A regional appeal argues New Orleans is the logical site for the 1915 Panama Exposition. It cites population radii, travel costs, and educational value to persuade Congress to favor New Orleans over San Francisco, urging readers to contact state officials in support.
An American student in a German university describes a professor reading aloud class papers about a living German novella written by class members. After one reading, the professor praises accuracy and asks for the method used. The student replies he simply wrote to X- to ask what he wanted to know and that was what he received back.
Sure and Pat discuss honesty in a humorous wartime style. Pak claims to have policed counterfeit weights in his grocery trade last year, noting the risk of getting caught but admitting a major error. He says he used red weights, giving customers too little sugar per pound.
Murine Eye Remedy promoted for red weak weary and watery eyes with granulated lids. Advertisements claim pain relief and soothing effect, noting prices 26c 50c and 1.00 with aseptic tubes and mail offers. Murine Eye Remedy Co Chicago markets eye books and free trial by mail.
A cryptic note hints the conservatory belongs to a baseball lover. The clue suggests a person fond of pitching giants or notable pitcher figures, implying a playful metaphor about large arms or famous players.
An old time Puff ad touts Pestit's Eye Salve for irritated eyes from dust heat or wind priced at 35 cents. The copy mentions Howard Bros Buffalo N Y as distributors. A quirky playlet joke follows about a star and a misheard line.
A quoted remark challenges the expectation for a wife to promise obedience in marriage. The statement reflects debates over women's roles and honesty within the institution, illustrating the era's gender norms and tensions.
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