25 Aug 1899
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Newspaper
Marshall News
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1899
Page
1
The notice states a reward of eight dollars is offered amid efforts to convict a suspect in the death of Ernest Stevens. Officials urge witnesses to come forward as the investigation continues with criticism directed at the handling of the case.
A notice dated August 22, 1899 offers a $100 reward from Leve A Page and E F Chapin for evidence leading to the arrest and conviction of the murderer or murderers of Ernest Stevens, who was found dead in Chapin's lake. It specifies that no portion of the reward is payable to the county sheriff.
The reward stems from strong local feeling over the Stevens case near the boy's home. Majority doubt suicide theory. blame shifts among several parties. Page and others face scrutiny as rumors persist about what he knows. The Nissan’s venue picture earns praise for its quality and public reception.
Levi A Page of Leedon township was arrested Tuesday after Lovie Groeinger accused him of assaulting him at his home following remarks about the Stevens case. Groeninger showed a bruised face to Justice Merzin, prompting a warrant for Page on charges of assault and battery. Page’s next examination was postponed to Monday morning amid further local friction.
Closing session of the Veterans Battalion reunion reported by News notes speeches by Congressman Washington Gardner Albion and Mara Morrifield Union City. Officers elected include Colonel William J. Dewsett Battle Creek Lieutenant Colonel David Walkinshaw Starshill Major C E Smith Albion Sergeant 8 8 French Battle Creek Chaplain Rev J M Gatehell Marshall Day officer Arthur Phillips Partello and an executive committee with members from Marshall Battle Creek Albany Albion and Partetto. The Woman's Relief Corps chose officers led by President Mrs Stelix Parker Battle Creek senior vice president Mrs Muppig Lewis Marshall Junior vice president Mrs Lucius Page Albion treasurer Mrs W Dowsett Battle Creek secretary Mrs Carrie Goodwin Marshall auditors Mrs George Smith Marshall and Mrs Emma Watkine Battle Creek.
Preparations for Calhoun County's big fair October 3, 4, 5 and 6 are well under way with balloon ascensions a pioneer exhibit free minstrel shows and horse racing. Premiums rise to 175 for the top pace and a new advertising plan features posters fence strips and a movable banner jackass. Officials deny rumors of grounds decorated with purple panache while teasing ambitious plans and staff humor.
A laborer named Skinner Wes, known as Stinoed, woke to dispute over pay at a Michigan Central railroad site near the barracks. His cash shortfall of seven dollars led to a claim with Justice Merrill, but lack of testimony left the matter unresolved as the workers waited for action.
W E Avery, candidate for an electric road franchise, spoke to the council at a Monday night session. He outlined plans for a line nearly 30,000 feet long, about forty-five miles, and pressed the issue at the session’s start, left briefly, then returned for a council hearing granted to him. Few spectators attended.
The street railway affair shows ongoing debate over granting a franchise to the Jackson Albion Moral and Bard Creek company. Alderman Millers office hosted a Wednesday night meeting with committee members present to shape requested changes. The council plans to act on modifications noted as potentially prudent, while cautioning against handing all tasks to a single corporation. Mr. Frisbie, representing the Mizco company, is in the city this week with arrangements in place.
A distorted lament laments judges and rulers in France for an unnamed man defamed by deeds. The speaker pleads to restore immortality, light, music, and dream, asking how the figure can be rebuilt or straightened after perfidious wrongs and woes. Edits reference Edwin Markham.
A persuasive promoter with a scar and heavy attire presented to the council a bundle of franchises granting the entire right of way between Battle Creek and Jackson, excluding Albion, to begin operations soon. He outlined routing options via Albion and Battle Creek or through Concord, potential population impacts, and costs from 50 to 90 miles long with modest track paving plans.
At a reunion last week, a constable arrested a veteran for being drunk. G A R members dispute the action, noting the man’s long service and reputation and arguing the town should not disgrace him by punitive handling. Funeral note: P McFadden, long resident, died Monday night after illness. services were held at his Eagle street home with Rev Randall officiating. burial at Tekomaha.
In Columbus and Norton railroad progress continues despite skeptics. Reporter notes grading reaches water works area and poor farm with good road bed. about 75 workers and Italian laborers discussed though native labor preferred. By Saturday night five miles of road may be ready for traffic, with potential city entry questions and possible opposition to Spruce street tracks unless guarantees are sufficient.
A humorous yet influential letter from Goodrich Brothers of Detroit seeks to sway the Marshall Common Council on a fraud claim. The missive, read aloud by Recorder Brown, mocks Avery and notes Goodrich’s claimed status in real estate and insurance. The piece includes local notices about a funeral, an abstract office upgrade, and a burglary at Chel Sieur House Stout with minor losses.
Jary’s ruling finds Whitten Heath died from excessive liquor after a June session. Charles Hunter supplied whiskey to White and described his habits. several men drank with them. White collapsed after being escorted from the saloon and died in the woodshed. Finlay and Hunter were arrested. bail set at 500. Preliminary exam adjourned to Monday.
The August 16 meeting of the Batha- Batha Bath district board approved submitting a bond issue up to 20 000 to voters for a high school building and related improvements in Marshall and surrounding townships. The plan cites rising enrollment from 85 in 1893 to 176 in 1899 and the need for more teachers and space. the vote is set for September 4, 1899.
A Sunday afternoon collision on the Grand Track near Battle Creek killed crewman William Brakel and wounded another. Firemen were seriously burned as a locomotive and several cars were ruined. Funeral arrangements were supported by the union, with services held at Snyder's establishment. The wreck occurred when trains met on a heavy downgrade. escaping steam scalded the crews and disrupted rail service for miles, forcing trains to detour onto Michigan Central tracks.
Randall shouted Bill as the darkened hot air balloon rose Friday for the old soldiers' ash ceremony. A hitch in the large bag affected lift, and the balloon failed to rise high. It tipped and fell near Probstern Church, with witnesses saying the fall ended on the ground.
Messrs Rush and Wright, operators of the Chemi street cidermith, were arrested on complaint of Ed. Denison for nuisance. Justice Tillotson dismissed the case on Prosecutor Hatch's motto after Marshall Hibbard reported nuisance. A mill fire near Vicksburg caused 15,000 dollars in losses with no insurance. The mill owned by S. J. Wing, Stackhouse and Barrett, formerly of Marshall, burned after a smoldering blaze around 10 o'clock. Fire department could not save the mill or nearby property. Three youths with wheelbarrows travelled by, no accidents. Tickets for Eagoire Park Hotel event. Taxes payable at my market.
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