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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1910
Page
5
A discussion of rare folklore in The Sportsman's Dictionary reveals eighteenth century views on natural history. It quotes harsh assessments of the blackbird, a tale of a ringed squirrel and its water crossing, and a boar’s bite causing tissue burn, illustrating period attitudes toward nature.
A Chicago Tribune summary notes that east winds intensify moisture and germs, cooling and enervating humans and animals, while northwest winds bring dry ozone rich air and invigorate nerves. Moisture-less air improves nerve conduction, yet prolonged calm causes poor ventilation. Winds mix atmospheric gases and support health up to about twenty miles. beyond that, conditions become less favorable.
A visitor was pulled into safety after a bear seized him by the shoulder at a zoo display. The man had entered a bear enclosure, prompting a keeper to open a side door and rescue him. The next day he wrote to a society letter claiming the bat and noting the incident.
A small river fish in South America attacks fellow fish and terrifies natives who ford streams during certain seasons. Bathers are bitten as sharp teeth cut flesh. The species acts as a scavenger, feeding on dead or dying animals drifting in the water.
The fragment hints at a proverb about favor and office with a joke about drains and a character named Cleveland. The readable text is sparse, offering no clear event, date, or full names to anchor a concrete summary.
The Boston Transcript notes Maud Helen and Jack have patched their quarrel, though only temporarily, and they plan to marry soon, signaling a forthcoming wedding.
The list names candidates for statewide offices led by La Follette and Meun for governor, with Me l Govern as a likely variant, plus candidates for lieutenant governor secretary of state treasurer attorney general and others. It also reports elected Republican county committee members across numerous towns and villages with names for each locality.
ARPIN Miss Mary LaVigne visited Grand Rapids Saturday. W E Little and Arthur Lambert of Grand Rapids visited over Sunday at the Cowell home. Grand Rapids shop pers included Mesdames A J Cowell C W Bluett and Louis Pohn. Mrs Henry Stahl and children from Vesper visited her parents Mr and Mrs Wm Thiempke. Lena Wilbert returned to Sheboygan Wis after two weeks with Mr and Mrs Gus Manthei. Mr and Mrs Wm Elvett of Doasman visited Wednesday with their son and daughter in law C W Bluett and Mrs George Lewis. Nellie Rosplock, recently in Milwaukee, returned home for a two week visit with her parents. Mr and Mrs Robert Morris spent Sunday with his parents Mr and Mrs Claus Johnson in Sigel town. We are glad to learn Mr Johnson is recovering well after his Chicago operation. he has many friends in this vicinity.
In Chilton Times a new state health rule requires each pupil to carry a personal drinking cup. Reportedly, in the first week at the city school, boys shared the new cups with friends, highlighting generous behavior and the cultural challenge of enforcing individual use.
W S Leary of Oklahoma, a famed forger, was arrested Monday for passing a 7.50 fraudulent check on Julius Wienkauf, payable by Paine Lumber Co Oshkosh. Police report extensive counterfeit credentials and additional checks on Paine Lumber Co Oshkosh and RK Connor Lumber Co Marshfield. He pleaded guilty and received eighteen months in Green Bay reformatory. Antigo police seek Seaty.
Bert Hore, shot at Winter, Wisconsin, on primary election day by John Dietz of Cameron, died last Wednesday. County authorities have made no progress toward arresting Dietz. With a murder or manslaughter warrant now issued, the sheriff must arrest him at once. Public sentiment has shifted against Dietz, from prior support to opposition.
An advertisement touts Hyomel as a cure for catarrh promising relief from inflamed membranes and mucus discharge. Readers are urged to purchase a complete outfit for one dollar, implying a quick home remedy option.
A good position can be had by ambitious young men and women in wireless or railway telegraphy. Since the sight hour law and wireless stations expand, there is a great shortage of telegraphers. Beginners earn 70 to 90 dollars monthly with advancement prospects. The National Telegraph Institute runs six official institutes in the United States under A A and Wireless Officials supervision and places graduates. Write for details from Davenport Iowa Cincinnati Ohio Portland Oregon or Memphis Tennessee 471 Sq.
An old ad claims a disordered liver worsens complexion and temper and advises Cham berlain s Stomach and Liver Tablets as a remedy. The copy notes the product is sold by all druggists and targets general readers seeking relief.
A student and a banker duel card trick in a Berlin cafe leads to an exchange of insults and a drawn thousand marks wager. The banker Grunschild discovers he has been swindled by a professional swindler posing as Count Botho von Felsing, leaving him relieved but poorer.
Memorial etiquette and flags at half mast are explained with infrared detail, tracing practices from President McKinley’s death through Memorial Day customs. It notes timing, procedures, and the meaning of upside down flags, while contrasting American and British behavior in a humorous anecdote about a Belgrasia encounter.
A villager joke excerpt from the Washington Star features a hotel proprietor explaining why he keeps dogs. He says dogs provide comfort by eating regularly even if they do not pay board.
A fragmentary dialogue shows Charlie, an old bachelor, pressing an aloof uncle for wealth. He claims he seeks riches to avoid being petted, citing family teasing about age. The scene hints at hidden money and tension over inheritance within a cluttered house.
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