Perjury trial opens as jury selection consumes days
The Mains perjury trial begins with nine regular jurors retained, three rejected. Attorney J. B. Powers represents the defense while Prosecutor Lockton and Judge Howard lead for the People. Opening statements recount the contested claim regarding a $1 025 payment and alleged witness influence, with testimony to follow on witnesses including Mrs. Gifford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lockton
Howard
Kalima- 700
Minnes
J. B. Powers
Charlotte
Flw
Camp
Battle Creek
H.W. O Cavanagh
Homer
Tessa Grobsey
Vicksburg
Wesley Mains
Lake Odessi
Ellis
Ténia
Tonia Dirsait
Powers
Inize Smith
Aina Arg
Frank
Tekonsha
Wm. Pierce
Fredonia
Day Blanchard
Albion City
Kase. Mather
LeRor
Ben Dewessa
Jacob Mays
Bonett Smith
Marengo
John P. Hess
Fredonis
J. M. Powers
Kellay
Alpena
Lackton
Mains
Gifford
Ada Shektoy
Ansqu
Horace Swartwont
Halvert
Heibers & Meechem
Marnner Heibert
Jmry
Connécion
Tel
Munter
Powsers
Hulbert
County Pedagogues Meet Highlights School Study and Duty
The county teachers association gathering featured Miss Anna Dennis’s model paper folding lesson, Mrs. J. H. Atwood on nature study by months, and talks by Supt. W. J. McKone on study and by Dr. Hinsdale on the act of study. Music and recitations complemented an event stressing closer high school rural ties and disciplined effort. Tax notice from City Treasurer M. S. Delaverran seeks state and school tax payment at Herndon hotel offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DS Richards
J. H. Atwood
Susie Pergneon
Manila
B.D. Richard
B. A. Hinsdale
Michigan Shire University
Hinsdale
Amon
Gubstove
Soto
Theresa Fletcher
bin. W. D. Baker
Battle Creek
Coun Itry School
C. B. Michell
Fredonia
Ganwood
Marshall High School
Willitts
Chas. Johnson
Marshall
Herndon Hotel
Dela Veranx
Local Happenings and Holiday Bargains Across Town
A busy issue reports a surprise party for Mr and Mrs Chas On Monday evening. Pensioners may now obtain money orders at the post office. Holiday ads highlight Cruseber Bloods perfumes Greene’s bag store and various gifts. The Homer Vidette upgrades its format while election canvass results come in. Readers are urged to subscribe for the news and check Hayes, Meade, and Shupe cases along with local sales and events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Bros. Hillday
Chas
ME. Brown
Maine
Battle Creek
Cathcart
CruseEér
Hayes
Marengo
Marshall
Phere
Greene's
H. J. Coleman
G. Goodrich
Todd
People's Temple
Bateleitheek
Dismonds-Bisation through Christmas Service Sparks Controversy
A fragmented notice outlines a church event tied to Dismonds-Bisation and a Christmas service led by SH Buenow. Readable details show confusion over the organizers and timing, with limited dates or locations available in the garbled text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Froma
Vykarat
Ant Scarping Bill Debate Highlights Rail Road Rights
Barrage of speeches in the house denounces railroad power while defending the 20 percent plan. Speakers cite abuses by rail firms, defend tickets as private property, and recount personal grievances against railroads’ coercive practices. The debate features Mr Toda, Mr Mang, and Mr Hepburn amid claims of constitutional danger and corporate tyranny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wasinen OS
Amiy
Surig Puy
Chitago
Springtica
Mfr
Marsh
Warsaw
Amit
Mang
Iildn
Givanner
Afr
Hepborn
Iowa
Toda
Tris
Tess
Republi
Ford
Tonta
Ehali
Speaker
Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad
Arrest Warrant in Forgery Case Involving Painter and Gorey
A warrant issued on a complaint by Joe Painter accuses Tom Gorey of forgery. Conley allegedly drove a man to Battle Creek to meet Painter and was paid three dollars for the use of the rig. Painter says Conley spent the funds and produced a card pretending to be the man. The warrant was served by Turnkey Burt, and the prisoner was released on a $400 bond. Examination set for Monday before Tadge Tillottsan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Painter
Tom Gorey
Conley
Painter
Sastag
Fingyy
Burt
Tadge
Tillottsan
Baby wounded in accidental shooting at LeRoy home
The year old child of Mr and Mrs Jann Peck of LeRoy was seriously injured Monday afternoon when a shell discharged during a dog induced accident. The baby, who was visiting Mrs Fred Ries, was leaning beside a room when the family dog knocked something over causing the shell to explode near the head. Dr Jackeau of Climax treated the wound, with prognosis uncertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jann Peck
LeRoy
Peck
Airs
Fred Ries
Jackeau
Climax
Marriage Licenses and Miscellany in Albion Area
Obscure notices list marriage licenses for Lewis Whitcomb with Martha Cook and others in Albion Battle Creek and Athens. Mentions dogs, a Scotch Collie, a shop ad for glasses and eyewear, a grain auction note, and a garbled local business fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis J. Whitcomb
Martha M. Cook
Albion
Lynn E. Lewis
Gertrude G. Kipp
Battle Creek
Moreland
Cocker
Benton Harbor
Edith M. Carty
Benj. Packan
Edna Meyers
Athens
August Hreiger
Anna Smith
Dead man found after buggy overturn near Olivet
Ernest Glynn of Lee was found dead in the road about three miles west of Olivet Sunday night. A buggy lay overturned nearby with the horse fallen, and Glynn’s body showed no clear cause of death. It is believed the horse may have fallen on him after he was thrown from the buggy. A companion named Rundles had left for home earlier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest Glynn
Lee A
Olivet
Rundis
Oliver
Gigitn
Rundle
Joose
Glynn
Tab Gyan
Shen
Foun
Unclear OCR fragment hints at medical furlough case
Fragmentary text references Wickwire, a seven month period at home, an ex-physician furlough, and an application awaiting reply. Does not provide complete facts, names, or events to determine a clear news item or outcome.
Trainside Collision Fate Shrouded in Mystery
Monday evening George Woleatt was found between rails near Grind Trunk in insensible condition. A doctor attended and resuscitated him but he remained unable to speak. Witnesses doubt a fall while others fear he was struck from behind by an unseen assailant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Woleatt
Nist
McGnfin
AES
Community Notes From Homer And Surrounding Towns
Myron Rossiter of Homer visited the city this week and Fred Himmer of Albion attended the sister’s gathering in town. Miss Louise Powers and family visited Battle Creek, while G. W. Kout of the Albion Leader was in town. Ephraim Preston, a longtime Ceresco resident, died suddenly from heart trouble. Open house events in Jackson drew many residents including Mr and Mrs Harver Painter and other locals. The Fall jewelry line from Casper Ex Importers Co. was promoted at Thomson's despite unclear dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed. Webster S
Myron Rossiter
Homer
Fred Himmer
Albion
Tyler
Louise Powers
Woolsey
Battle Creek
G. W. Kout
Albion Leader
N. J. Frink
New York
J. W. Lester
Harver Painter
Jackson
Ephraim Preston
Ceresco
G. A. Billard
OE. Gorham
J. F. Page
Frank Steart
Bert Lewis
Bill
Fon Seacles
J. M. Moses
Cora Allen
Ethel Wright
Auguste Brower
C. VW. Casper
L. E. Church
Arthur Osborne
Casper
Mttrars Co
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Austin
Eivil
Briall
Hidge Smith
He- Austin
Halbers
du Phils
Peres Fee
Uncle Sam
Santa Glaus
G. Z. Meade's
Washington Gardner
Albert AL Todd
Batty Creek
Michigan
Roy Robertson
Albion Mirror
Roy Town
Co. K
Fort Leavenworth
Fomkina
Te Ane
Soden
I VanDusen & Co
Swaita
Shire Grange
Michigan State Association of Farmers's
Alansusen News
Hmes
Katherine Negus
Salisberry Negus
Gukoun
Sanderson
Lockiwn
S. Tiio
Usuil
Alistes Rausert
Shupe
Agin
Transérips
Ryan
Gregory
Olive Bennett
Anna Bentley
DT. & BM. RB
Ito Bry
C. Whipple
Toledo
Aoty
C. H. Thontson
Tode
Ple
Stine Way
Lave
Chicago
Michigen
Ins Lions
AG Habsbrske
Sival Gaid
Attersvard
Inky Immediate Bank
Faptey
Ehad
Tad
Nolace
Tom Conley
Joabet
Gan
Casper Andware Co
Deswis Casey
Sycamore and
W. Spruce
Linder
Lew Cook
BR. Prowson
A. Chesher
Ernest. Glynn of
Lee
Snday
Wielavire
Wickywire
George Woleste
Thomson's
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