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Newspaper
Marshfield Times
Location
Marshfield, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1898
Page
7
The fractured column mentions socialism growth tied to armies, a $1,000 donation to a New York regiment, medical cure ads, a murder near Charleston West Virginia, soap and dye products, storm damage in Savannah, and Turkey refusing troop withdrawal from Crete.
A garbled verse parody from the Duluth Evening Herald reimagines the old tale of Jack's mansion with ornate terms and vivid imagery. It evokes a series of surreal scenes including a cirque, a velvet-footed figure, a grimalkin, a rat, a hound, a cow with a horn, and a queenly damsel, all tied to the creature conflicts and dramatic, phantasmagoric action centered on Jack's creative call and the storied household.
A speaker recalls his father asserting bold U S naval prowess and a desire to place Dewey and Sampson in command to swiftly end the war. The dialogue riffs on who would “swat” Spain, and posits dramatic, if fanciful, military action and political power in Washington. The piece blends historical sentiment with a chantlike reminiscence and stray satirical verse.
Kelley, a two handicapper, defeated Gordon despite penalties and a shaky start. Gordon led with a seven stroke advantage at one point, but Kelley recovered to finish two under net. Reported by Harvey Wickham in the New York Sun.
Detroit News reports remarks questioning Bingley’s fitness for aldermanic duties. The exchange suggests uncertainty, with one party noting a brother’s claim and another skeptical of direct involvement. No corroborating evidence is presented.
A Kansas man was quoted about state life and business as art, describing a lively town scene. He added a jest about his wife being chief of police and himself on the force, reflecting local color in a humorous exchange.
An 1800s reminiscence recalls the Klondike era and the hardships faced by gold seekers. Adam Vangundy describes rheumatism, ill diet, and disease among travelers, claiming Dr Williams Pink Pills helped end his pain after years of suffering and medical attempts.
Mrs Sapmind condemns a spendthrift as unsavory while a New York city hall encounter with Rough Rider Lewis Mayor leads to a quip about conning. The text notes that William Maverick’s cattle fled unbranded, giving rise to the term maverick used across the West.
Article describes four plain plaques by Muville depicting American wildlife. Hubinger Bros Co distributed free to buyers of Elastic Starch until Oct 1, via three ten cent packages per plaque. Also notes Elastic Starch branding and a few unrelated items including Dreyfus affair fallout and an oil sale.
Thousands flock to the exposition featuring scientific and amusement displays. Railroads offer round trip tickets at reduced fares on select days, with tickets valid through the following Monday. The event runs daily including Sundays, with end notes around October 1. The British colonial office reportedly declines to retain Sir Herbert Murray as Newfoundland governor amid related political notes.
A garbled county report from Crooketon Mina notes a medicine claiming to cure kidney issues and coughs. It mentions a county treasurer's accounts, a destroyed property value in Owosso Michigan, and a military command change at Camp Wikolt with General Shafterhig succeeding General Wheeler.
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