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Newspaper
Shawano County Journal
Location
Shawano, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1939
Page
2
A reflective essay argues that rich nations endure hardship when resources run low. It warns against wasteful use of forests, fuels, fisheries, and fertile soil. It links democracy to conservation, urging Americans to preserve and restore natural resources to maintain freedom and prosperity.
State conservation department maintains open date on Wolf River spawning season amid cooler temperatures delaying fish reproduction. Officials say opening April 20 would harm late spawn and reduce future populations, while fishermen pressed for earlier access. Assemblyman Mark Catlin opposed the commission’s timing, noting the cold spell altered conditions and sought reconsideration. Local anglers had urged April 1 start but weather kept spawning unsettled.
A fragmented historical note on Wisconsin health history cites early medical research in the territory era. It references Dr William Beaumont and a patient with gastric injuries, noting notable discoveries in digestion and medical observation.
In 1822 at Fort Jatechcinns Michigan a shotgun loaded with powder and duel shot injured St Martin. Dr Beaumont doubted survival beyond 36 hours yet the voyageur lived. Beaumont used the man’s infirmity to sample gastric juice from the stomach at intervals, illuminating early gastric digestion details.
Tennis stars Donald Budge of California and Fred Perry of England will clash in Menasha High School gym Sunday night April 23 at 8 30 in a pro tour exhibition. It is their only Wisconsin appearance with supporting singles by Walter Senior and Ben Gorchykoff and a doubles match. More than 2 600 expected to attend the Doty Tennis club sponsored event in Menasha gymnasium.
The text honors Dr. Beaumont for medical progress in Wisconsin. It notes work at Fort Crawford Prairie du Chien and St Martin aided by him after recovery. He treated civilians, introduced smallpox vaccination in the Fox River valley, and monuments in Green Bay and Prairie du Chien commemorate his public service.
A reader asks if a driver entering a street from a private road has priority over traffic. The Safety Man says no. The entering driver should stop and ensure the street is clear before merging. Stay alert and proceed carefully to avoid accidents.
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