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Newspaper
Marshall News
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1901
Page
6
An advertisement touts Vinol as a scientific liver cod solution that improves stomach function and builds flesh muscle and strong red blood. It claims to invigorate vital organs, cites a testimonial from Betsy Hanenszaw, and offers a money back guarantee if Vinol does not meet its claims.
Havana reports five Cuban constitutional delegates Diego Tamayo Capote Berriel Portuondo and Toronto formed a commission to travel to Washington to present Cuba’s wishes on future relations with the United States and to confer with Governor General Wood about departure dates and interview plans with President McKinley. Washington notes the interview is likely but may require prompt travel before the president’s western trip, with the White House awaiting word from General Wood. A temperance bill passes in Arkansas setting licensing at five dollars per year and prohibiting liquor consumption without a dram drinker license. Philadelphia reports a major factory fire on Passa junk avenue destroying a four story brick structure housing several businesses. Geneva notes Switzerland’s rifle team plans a U.S. visit for shooting contests next September at Sea Girl. James Reese, aged 90, a long-time miner, dies in Pana Illinois. immigrant from England in 1818 and a veteran miner for about 40 years.
London reports Japan demands Russian exit from Manchuria or international occupation, signaling a looming China crisis. Li Hung Chang mediates, while Emperor Kwang Su’s return to Peking is urged with 20,000 Chinese troops to Manchuria. Britain and Japan back US in seeking reduced indemnities, with a proposed share based on troops deployed.
A Washington dispatch reports Captain Tol A. Russell, veteran American scout, comments that the Boer cause remains hopeful, noting winter quarters in the Lydenburg range and recruitment flows. The London scene hints at renewed British offensives with Kitchener’s army, while rumors claim Gen. French is captured. officials deny. Treasury sells 1.6 million short-term bonds at 113.65 as district fire chief Parish plans May retirement with pension.
Berlin reports United States proposes to fix Chinese indemnity at 200 million dollars with immediate cash payment. Dispute over how to apportion funds among powers. Russian and British claims cited. Shanghai notes court plans move to Yilan Yang as China seeks stability amid foreign troops. London reports imperial court thanks Japan for support and Li Tung Chang requests maintaining American troops for policing in Peking. An expedition of 5000 Germans and 3000 French heads to suppress noncompliant Chinese in Wa-Hing-Fu.
The Chicago Tribune report cites Treasury officials warning of aggressive speculation in Wall Street. They fear diverted funds from legitimate business and overcapitalization of industrials could trigger a market panic, urging New York banks to adopt more conservative practices to protect general prosperity.
Broad dispatches report the grand duke of Oldenburg is insane and restrained while China faces famine in Shansi Province. American plans in Calcutta appeal for flat buildings, and Alaska salmon stocks face inquiry. British troops hold court at Peking for a tournament, and a Raymond Mississippi postmaster is a negro appointee.
Gen Alexander C McClurg Chicago publisher of A C McClurg & Co dies in St Augustine Florida from Bright's disease after arriving April 1 from Palm Beach where he had been since February 1 His death ends a long decline and marks the loss of a leading American bookseller and publisher.
In St Louis on April 15 two men drowned in the Mississippi as passengers crowded a dock boat trying to reach the Hill City steamer. B Dillham and Ben Smith were lost after the railing failed during a rush for tickets, with Washington rescued. Coroner to investigate responsibility for the accident.
Havana April 15 The Cuban constitutional convention reconsiders rejecting the Platt amendment and will not decide until a Washington commission negotiates with President McKinley and reports back. A Tribune special says many lawmakers warn rejection could mean annexation. action may be withdrawn if the US won’t modify terms. The president cannot change current proposals. Noted actors arrested in New York for burlesque on Uncle Tom's Cabin. Dan Daly De Wolf Hopper and William Brady released on bail. Buckley and Sweeny found dead of gas asphyxiation at Ashland House. light in Buckley's room reportedly left on.
In Calhoun County Probate Court Marshall on the third day of Aj 1901 judge William Lane presiding. Petition by Owen L Townsend seeks administration of Nut G Townserp estate granted to Townsend or suitable person. Hearing slated for April 29 at 10 AM. Order to publish in The Manistee News for three consecutive weeks prior to hearing.
Calhoun County probate court sets six month claims period for estate of Thomas Ly. Commissioners on Claims will meet April 30 and September 30 at Hubbard & Beckwith office in Marshall to hear and adjust claims. Dated April 3, 1901. Beckwith, Cr, McRon commissioners.
Fifth Judicial Circuit in Calhoun County Marshall Chancery case at Marshall on March 2 as defendant D Paul Hobgood is non resident and unknown. court orders appearance within two months and publication of this order in The Marshall News weekly for six weeks. Clement Smith Circuit Judge Howard R Williams solicitor for complainant.
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