Game Warden Draws Pistol in Ice Fishing Incident
In Lee Sunday five men were caught ice fishing on Rinyon lake using illegal lines. Warden Short seized the gear and a dispute ensued culminating in a pistol draw. Two men were knocked down during the confrontation. William Andrews pleaded guilty Saturday and paid seven dollars and twenty cents in fines and costs. Frank Burroughs pleaded not guilty. his examination was set for Saturday.
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Short
Lee
Rinyon Lake
Wm. Andrews
Frank Burroughs
Andrews
Burroughs
Masquerade for Ladies Library Association Draws Big Crowds
A lively masquerade at the Ladies' Library Association drew near 100 couples and showcased varied costumes from Solomon to an eight foot Chinese giant. Promoters F A Stuart W H Arthur B H Grant and BE Marshall oversaw smooth arrangements with decor by Lew Sharpsteen and festive lighting and flags enhancing the hall. Attendees included visitors from Jackson Lansing Homer Albion Newark and Batle Creek among others.
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Solomon
Ladies’ Library
Les
Opera House
Dave Walkinshaw
Emmel
Chang
Prof. Martin
Thornton
F. A. Stuart
W. H. Arthur
B. H. Grant
BE. J. Marshall
Lew Sharpsteen
Herbert Mevourne
Jackson
Lillian Churchill
Lansing
Hattie Darrow
Homer
Messrs
Bostwick
Beedon
Maury Skinner
Batile Creek
Leila Schneider
Qgarrie Shepard
Albion
F M. Townsend
Newark
Ohio
Norris
Boston
George Williams
Batule Creek
Prosecuting Attorney Explains Criminal Prosecution Systems
J. M. Pater, Prosecuting Attorney, clarifies that in Albion Leader note the attorney cannot file complaints and prosecute. He outlines two legal paths in this state: before a justice of the peace with warrants or via grand jury indictments. He cites variations in practice from England to United States courts.
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Albion Leader
Leader
Supreme Court
Wne
Justice of the Peace
Enghurd
United States
New York
J. M. Pater
George Hit Jim in Disputed Monroe Street Feud
George Cisco is accused of striking Jim on Monroe Street after a dispute over ownership of coal from a Northern coal train. Jimsey alleges Cisco used a Pocahontas coal chunk as a weapon and sustained a badly busted head. A warrant is issued for Cisco on charges of agequlé and battery.
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Fine Grahuwi
Mernil
George Cisco
James
George
Monroe Street
Jimsey
Cisco
Grapam
Heels To Hum Soon At Royal Cycle Works Factory
Tedias and stockholders reach an arrangement with Mr Bacon to restart the Royal Cycle Works. He will operate the plant on his own and pay a price per wheel, aiming to produce 1000 to 1500 wheels this season with a gasoline engine replacing the steam power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tedias
Plae
Hig
Mr. Bacon
Royal Cycle Works
Japiin
Bacon
Clarence Highway Deteriorates In November Collapse
Highway Commissioner Hale reports a road collapse in Clarence after November rains. A 180 foot long sinkhole now drains into a water-filled trench several feet deep. The break has cost the town hundreds of dollars yearly in maintenance, with little immediate fix in sight. Call on W M Hoyay at the Stone Barn for veterinary services.
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Hale
Clarence
W. M. Hoyay
Anti-Trust Conference Call to Meet in Chicago on Lincoln's Birthday
A national anti-trust conference is proposed by a Chicago linked executive committee led by M L Lockwood to unite citizens against trusts. The call invites patriotic delegates from states and anti-trust groups to meet February 12 in Chicago with credentials to be countersigned by the committee chairman. The document cites liberty, equality, and opposition to monopoly as core goals and names committee members from several states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Civic Federation
Truaty
M. TL. Lockwood
American Anti-Trust League
Herby Marke
Free America
Our
Republic
Abraham Lincoln
Mreet
Unity Building
M. L. Lockswood
Pennsylvania
A. M. Todd
Michigan
Dudley G. Wooten
Texas
Battle Creek set for new daily paper by Mains
Rumors converge as Mains confirms plans to launch another newspaper in Battle Creek called Good Government. He will publish daily, weekly and monthly editions with B F Morgan backing the venture and a cereal compound company to be run by Mains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
GR. Mavns
Battle Sunday Record
Battle Creek
B F. Morgan
Bond
Ron
Mains
Jury Called for February Court Term
Justice Tillotson named petit jurors for the February term at the court house. The roster includes I J Crandall Bedford township John Weimer Burlington township Wm Anderson Clarence township Henry Born Clarendon township J B Walkinshaw Convis township Edward Moree Emmett township Henry Ho King George W Frye Lee township Alfred J Morgan Le Roy township Joel OC Case Newton township Le Roy C Poole Pennfield township Wm Gribbens Tekonsha township DeWitt C Hosmer Athens township Perry Pearce Battle Creek township Frank A Buechner Battle Creek Ward Fred J Hill Battle Creek Ward Chas EH Kraft Battle Creek Ward Howard Kneeland Battle Creek Ward Trenzy A Preston Battle Creek Ward James Williams Marengo township Fredrick Goodrich Fredonia township Won Hask Eckford township Warren Ackerson Marshall township Oren LaMount Albion city Tatward SH Belcher Albion city Ward BBORouse Albion city Ward Leonard Cool Albion township George Smith Marshall city Ward 2 James M Rapsher Marshall city Ward Ist James Fahey Marshall city Ward 3a
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Justice Tillotson
Court House
I. J. Crandall
Bedford Township
John Weimer
Burlington
Wm. Anderson
Clarence Township
Henry Born
Clarendon
J. B. Walkinshaw
Convis
Edward Moree
Emmett
Henry Ho. King
Homer
George W. Frye
Lee Township
Alfred J. Morgan
le Roy
Joel OC. Case
Newton
Battle Creek
Sth
James Williams
Marengo
Fredrick Goodrich
Fredonia
Won
H.usk
Eckford
Warren Ackerson
Marshall Township
Oren la Mount
Albiot City
James M. Rapsher
Marshall City
James Ward
Fahey
Greater Marshall business men form improv ement association
A meeting of Marshall business men considered forming the Marshall Improvement Association to advance the town. J J Foley chaired. officers named include W J Blond president S 1B Dobbins vice president Geo H H Southworth treasurer. An executive committee of five was authorized. A constitution and future meetings planned to gain broad support for inviting industries to Marshall.
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Townsend
Council Chamber
J. J. Foley
W. J. Blond
Dobbins
Treas
Geo HH. Southworth
Marshall Improvement Association
Marshall
Dance Date Change In Community Event
The News reports the D O C D aive dance originally set for February 1 was moved to the last day of January due to venue issues. The event will open Wednesday night, with organizers anticipating extending merriment into February 1.
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Dante
Eye
Lansing Journal Recalls Historic Capital Move Debate
The Lansing Journal recounts the 1847 struggle over locating Michigan's capital, detailing swift shifts among Detroit Ann Arbor Marshall Jackson Battle Creek and others, and noting the final Senate vote to fix the seat at Lansing amid close roll calls and reconsiderations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Lansing Journal
Lyons
Tonia County
Marshall
Calhoun County
Senate
Fansing
House
Ann Arbor
Jackson
Battle Creek
Albion
Eaton Rapids
Byron
Grand Rhine
Lansing
Caledonia
Shiawassee County
Coruuna
Flint
Dexter
Charlotte
Maccabees Hold Meeting On Membership Contest
Deputy Great Commander Emmons of Battle Creek attended the Maccabees special meeting. A two side contest will run to the 24th with record keeper Bennett and finance keeper Rolly as captains. Special dispensation allows memberships during the week for 2.50 plus one assessment, aiming to boost the local tent roll.
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The
Maccabees
Emmons
Battle Creek
Sirkyights
Colling
EB. L. Bennett
W. B. Rolly
Navy Entrance Examinations Highlight Local Siblings
John and Earl Lester traveled to Detroit for navy entry exams. John passed the test while Earl was rejected due to tonsil issues. John will stay in Detroit a few days then join a Rhode Island training ship as a landsman aiming for advancement. Earl returned home disappointed.
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John
Bark Lester
Detroit
Navy
Earl
Rhode Island
Bull on the Pacific Express Delays Night Crew
Billy Hindenach faces a fierce bull shipment from Levi Page in Lee township. Nightman Lewis and depot forces struggled to unload the 1200 pound crate, finally keeping the bull in place until Page can be contacted.
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Express
Billy Hindenach
Atisa
Pacific Express
Levi A. Page
Lee Township
Lewis
Mr. Ball
Mr. Lewis
Billy
John Seymour Denies Involvement With New Railroad
Contractor John Seymour rejects a contemporary report claiming he is not connected with the railroad project. He voices strong displeasure at the assertion and asserts he will seek payment per his contract as of February. The company owes him over 10,000 dollars in the current year. Also notes unrelated items about a veterinary surgeon and cash paid for logs and folding bath tubs in Marshall, Michigan.
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John Seymour
Installed Officers Lead Local Knights T M Sessions
Deputy Great Commander Emens presided at a public installation for the K C T M and L C T M in Marshall. Membership nears 600 with over 200 new members last year and a limited week to join. Officers installed include George Hickford, H M Merrill, and Carrie Goodwin with Flora Hart installing. Also notes two Star Lecture course entertainments and ongoing Perrinville case involving Brooks and Julia Mebus.
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Emens
Friends of Maccabee
Knights of the Maccabees
Marshill
George Hickford
H. M. Merrill
Juieut
Chris. Layher
H. L. Bennett
W. B. Rolfe
Henry Pinnell
Ila
M. Foote
H. A. Aller
L. Gray
James Pringle
Sentinel
Henry Bellaire
George Pryor
Cha
Comap
Chas
Burkhart
Freddanger
Hit
Carrie Goodwin
Orrie Martin
Etta Prin
John Thomas Concert Co
Star
Jom Thomas Concert Co
Opera House
F. Hopkinsom | Smith
My.Smith
Knox Stomach Tablets Offer Cure For Dyspepsia
An advertisement touts Knox Stomach Tablets as a cure for stomach disorders and dyspepsia. It claims to cleanse the stomach, liver, and bowels, improve blood, and build strong health, urging readers to avoid imitations and order by mail if needed.
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America
Knox
Knox Chemical Co
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Greater Marshall
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Mack Wll
W. M. Hovey
Abwif
John Tester
Landauiar
Brother Karl
Hindenach
Bulls
Seymour
Stange Burn
Dowik
Reyes Ane
Folding Bath Tub Company
Mich
Emens Con
Lodge
Nellie Link
Inez McGunnion
Libbie Hayes
Mabel Kilby
Carrie Waltz
Margaret Heyser
Rosa Rolfe
Flora Hart
Mertinville
Perrinville
Brooks
Julia Mebus
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