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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1908
Page
1
Marshfield, the state’s second largest city not serving as a county seat, seeks a municipal court with co ext ensive jurisdiction to match the circuit court. The article argues legislature action is warranted and rooms could be housed in the city hall with no added cost.
The main floor of the armory building is leased for box ball the new bowling game sweeping summer resorts and set to attract city crowds this winter. Alleys auto dispense pins suspend pins and reset by lever, offering quiet play and easier ball return. H B Carpenter a noted painter and decorator will partner with his Milwaukee bound brother for the opening on Saturday September 14.
The West Wisconsin conference of the M E church met in Ashland last week to assign pastors. M E Fraser was sent to Marshfield Colby and Thorp, J A Moats to Greenwood, W H Norton to Loyal, C B H Towne to Rib Lake, W F Grandy to Spencer and Unity, D H Householder to Lindsey and Pittsville, J H Daniels to Neillsville, W P Burrows to Monticello, A L Tull to Madison student church, E W Blakeman. Rev F W Straw presides the Eau Claire district.
The Wausau Lumberjacks clinched the pennant after a dominant season in the Wisconsin Illinois baseball league. The team led the standings, played strong all year, and every player contributed to the victory. Central Wisconsin fans celebrate the achievement of their local pride.
Conductor J H Burns Mrs Burns and Miss Agnes Burns travel from Coeur d Alene Idaho to home arriving Thursday afternoon after nearly three months away Miss Agnes remains seriously ill from typhoid fever but a controlled drawing room voyage aims to ease her journey Friends of the Burns hope the climate and home care aid a swift recovery and good health ahead
D L Nauman inspector of the Board of Forestry and state head fire warden toured northern Wisconsin on Tuesday to investigate reports that farmers burn stumps and brush piles in defiance of law. He warns hundreds risk property and heavy penalties and will prosecute cases. urges local wardens to post notices and enforce the fire law vigorously.
Dr. Fred Warsinske, a well known local veterinarian, wins acquittals after trials in Wood and Marathon counties for practicing without a license. Courts ruled he complied with prior law and was entitled to the license. state board prosecutors drop further action and a license will be issued. Attorney P. A. Williams defended him in both sessions.
Lang and Scharmann announce their fifth large touring car finished this week. The beauty resembles models bought by Dr. Doege and Robert Connor with improvements for rough country roads. The Marshfield firm reports inquiries nationwide and will need to enlarge its plant to meet orders.
Superintendent Dorschel and crew advance rapid land clearing and excavation for a large open reservoir at the light and waterworks plant. Five acres will flood to form a lake with surrounding embankment and concrete spillway in place. The project aims to provide a park like lake and a water reserve, with a planned drive around the shore.
Conductor W. J. Bush recovered a two year old baby along with two ladies coats and a pocketbook after leaving Fond du Lac. The infant was left on the train and found in Wanpaca where a frantic mother, who had stepped off for a snack, learned of the mishap and later reunited with her child.
The city schedules final voter registration on Tuesday October 27th at the city hall. Voters missing from the lists must register in person to avoid swearing in their votes on election day.
A wedding at the home of Mr and Mrs Louis Gilberts Richfield united Miss Lillian Gilberts with Albert Sandrey. Rev H C Postlethwaite officiated before about fifty guests at the ceremony and wedding supper. The couple left Tuesday for the southern part of the state to start a home on his farm.
The Wisconsin Hardwood Lumbermen's Association held its annual meeting yesterday afternoon at the Elk's club rooms in this city. President E. E. Finney called the session to order and lumbermen from across the state attended. Several important matters were discussed and disposed of during the gathering.
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