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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1915
Page
1
The Wisconsin Daughters of the American Revolution state chapter holds its annual conference in Marshfield next Tuesday and Wednesday at the Presbyterian church. Hostesses from the Marshfield chapter plan luncheons, a musicale, and a reception with programs, reports, and ceremonies led by state and local officers.
Supt. of Schools W Otto says date conflicts may force dropping two of six planned winter lyceum attractions at the opera house. If two cannot be scheduled, two acceptable substitutes will be found.
The Royal Welsh Gwent Glee Singers a thirteen man vocal group gave a concert at the Presbyterian church on Thursday evening to a small crowd. Enthusiastic applause and frequent encores followed. The group has toured America twice and recalls a Wales return voyage aboard the Lusitania where several members perished in the sinking.
The first snowstorm of the season hit Marshfield on Thursday October 7 bringing about one inch of accumulation. By Friday morning the snow had melted under the sun with light flurries again later that day. The town notes unusually poor weather for the region this year.
An exchange advises that night drivers can reduce glare from oncoming headlights by tilting the windshield backward about 45 degrees. This angle redirects the glare upward while still letting the driver see his own lane. The tip is described as worth trying with a bit of experimentation.
Ei. F. Mechler the jeweler has erected a large ornamental street clock in front of his shop on Gentral Avenue. The 30 inch dial features an eight day weight driven movement and is designed to withstand heat and cold. Four lights illuminate the ornament, making it noticeable for blocks.
The Armory hall hosts the season’s first dance Thursday night with the Second Regiment orchestra. Dancing runs from 9 until 1 with no intermission, tickets cost $2 and everyone is invited.
Mr and Mrs C S Sheerin arrived home after an extended western trip visiting expo sites and renewing old friendships. They received a cordial welcome at IOOF lodges where Mr Sheerin is noted for leadership as pastor and master in Wisconsin.
The document lists multiple named auto routes across the state and regions, detailing connections from Milwaukee to Bayfield and Green Bay to St Paul, with extensions to lake regions and Minnesota lines. It names routes by color and shape such as Yellow Circle, Red Square, White Diamond, and others, alongside towns like Milwaukee Racine Oshkosh Wausau Stevens Point Chippewa Falls Eau Claire Hudson Green Bay Superior St Paul Madison La Crosse and Vilas county expansions.
A coalition of manufacturers and merchants from six Central Wisconsin cities plans a readjustment of railroad freight rates. Wausau bankers H G Viirth and W R Chellis urge a meeting at City Hall to organize investigations and approach the state railroad commission. Local business leaders favor the plan and asked Mayor Felker to convene tonight's meeting, with funding proposed from each city.
James Spenadore alias James Roach an Indian was held by a coroner's jury at Grand Rapids Saturday for the murder of Cornelius Chauncy Johnson an Indian. In an altercation Spenadore attacked Johnson with a baseball bat causing injuries from which Johnson died Saturday night.
Gus Hill presents Mutt and Jeff in College at New Adler Opera House attracting all classes of New York citizens. The comic duo’s popularity has shattered box office records and become a mortgage lifter for theater owners. Show opens Monday October 18.
The Frank E Long company started a week at the New Adler opera house with The Heart of Alaska a thrilling drama that drew a crowded house. They remain for the rest of the week presenting the same show to local audiences.
Dr. C. Hayward reports from the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene that Marshfield city public well water, sampled September 30, 1915, shows favorable bacterial results and is interpreted as safe to drink. The note marks the latest testing as most satisfactory to date. The Unique theater advertises a Sunday matinee and evening showing of the Mutual four part masterpiece A Child of God hailed as a keynote photoplay.
Marshfield merchants and business people are urged to decorate storefronts and show windows in national colors for the statewide DAR conference. The event, to be held at the Presbyterian church on Tuesday and Wednesday, will be representative of the entire state. The Marshfield chapter hopes Central avenue shines, per Mrs. F R Pollard. DAR members and others interested may attend the Tuesday sessions.
Community mourns the death of Mrs Margaret Hoffman Adler after a paralytic stroke. Born in Chicago she wed Philip Adler in 1876 and moved to Marshfield in 1880. Survived by thirteen children twelve living. Funeral Thursday at St. John’s Catholic Church with relatives traveling from Chicago Milwaukee and Schlesingerville.
George Donhard aged about 74 died after a year of declining health at 516 South Central Avenue. He was born June 22, 1851 in Washington County and moved to the city in 1883. Surviving are his wife, a son George Jr., a daughter Mrs. Leo Pults, and two sisters Mrs. Adam Hafer and Mrs. Catherine Schmidt. Funeral Friday at 9 at the Catholic church with Rev. Joseph F. Volz officiating. burial at Hillside Cemetery.
The holy of Mrs Mary Sebock who died at the state hospital at Gshkosh Friday was brought to this city Saturday for burial. She resided about six miles west of town. Deceased was 27 years old and was married. John Rembs of this city brought the body to Marshfield. The funeral was held Saturday morning from the Catholic church at nine o clock, Rev Joseph F Volz officiating.
The funeral for Mrs Emma Hunter of Milladore occurred Monday in Milladore with Rev Alois Kolar officiating. She died Friday in a local hospital at age twenty eight.
Rozellville resident Mrs Antonia Beining died Saturday at her Rozellville home. She was married and aged T years. The funeral was held Monday from the Catholic Church in Rozellville.
Mrs Henry Budahn of Stratford died at her home Friday. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Lutheran church in Stratford.
Mrs R E Andrews regent of the Marshfield chapter says about fifty acceptances have been received from delegates to the state conference of the Daughters of the American Revolution. The event will be held here next week signaling strong local participation given the state has a small DAR membership and most chapters send only one delegate.
Marshfield resident Miss Mary McMillan friend of Mrs Norman Galt of Washington reports on the engagement of Mrs Galt to President Woodrow Wilson. McMillan recalls knowing the Bolling family and attending their daughter Miss Bolling’s wedding. White House word says wedding may be in December with Washington society on alert.
William A. Terry announces resignation as manager of the Bodega annex to Hotel Blodgett in Marshfield after twenty one years. He will leave Saturday for Milwaukee for a week then consider future plans, possibly spending winters in Wisconsin before pursuing eastern or southern waters life. His friendships and local investments, including several homes, endear him to the Marshfield community.
On Tuesday at 9 o clock the marriage of George L. Martin and Miss Cora Anna Roggenbauer, both of this city, occurred at St John’s Catholic Church with Rev Joseph F Volz officiating. Attendants were Andrew Martin, Richard Roggenbauer, Sarah Adler, and Mary Martin. A large reception followed at the bride’s home with about 200 guests. The couple will reside on the Richfield road where the groom has recently built a house.
The Boston Americans beat the Philadelphia Nationals 2 to 1 in the fourth game to lead the series 3 to 1 and inch toward the world championship. Shore pitched for Boston against Chalmers of Philadelphia. game planned for Philadelphia today.
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