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Newspaper
Marshall News
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1899
Page
1
Gen Lawton leads a fierce morning engagement near Bacoor Cavite as American artillery targets a concealed Filipino battery. Marines and regiments press the beach, sustain heavy casualties, and rally under fire before reinforcements push back the attackers amid chaotic rear-guard actions.
New York June 15 The American Flag Association met for its annual gathering. The group, formed three years ago, includes flag committees from many organizations dedicated to preserving the flag from desecration. Col Ralph E Prime reported progress and noted nine states now have laws protecting the flag. New York legislators and Gov Theodore Roosevelt were praised for protective action. Officers elected for the coming year include Presidents Col Ralph E Prime Yonkers NY and vice presidents Generals O C Howard Frederick D Grant J C Breckinridge Nelson A Giles W S Schisy Bancroft Gaerard Roosevelt Waite and Miss Mary Van Buren Vanderpool. Generals Thomas Wilson Edward Hageman Hall and Maj L Langdon Ward named as treasurer.
St Louis reports a cloudburst near Spectord Junction north of San Antonio causing devastating floods. The Butler family perished at Mt Butler ranch while Henry Carver drowned further down. The Southern Pacific line was washed away, bridges destroyed, track sections split, and trains were turned back as wires failed and water continued to surge four feet over the rails.
Notices from Athens Times Tekousha News Plainwell Enterprise praise the Pilgrim Publishing Co for launching The Pilgrim a new illustrated monthly magazine from Marshall Michigan priced annually and aimed at the family circle. The issue includes halftone cuts and high quality reading material. A. G. Wisner promoted the venture and local support deemed it promising.
The snippet outlines commencement week activities with references to sermons and services involving Rev. OE Walton. It mentions campus ceremonies, times such as eight o'clock, and related college events with multiple names and dates obscured by garbled OCR.
Reports from New Richmond Wis describe a catastrophic tornado that leveled the prosperous town. Estimates place dead at around 100 with the loss of property at about 1500000. The business district was swept clear and hundreds are left homeless awaiting aid as rescue and relief efforts begin.
Reports from Minnesota and Wisconsin describe a devastating cyclone that destroyed business districts in New Richmond, with up to 650 dead feared and extensive fire damage. Relief trains with medical staff and supplies arrived, aiding survivors as neighboring cities sent aid while governors urged rapid relief.
The report outlines Cimbs leading the Rational race and Western Besques trailing rivals in the championship standings. Key figures, teams, and venues are referenced as the season tightens, with tight margins shaping the upcoming matchups.
The Michigan Pioneer and Histories Society closed its session at the capitol, electing Cyrus G. Lree as president, George H. Greene as secretary, B. E. Davis as treasurer, and others to committees. A Calhoun county pioneers meeting will form a county organization with plans for a county fair exhibit and papers on pioneer days to attract visitors.
Annual meeting in church lecture room elected trustees for one two and three year terms. One-year trustees Iv ing Udell Manchins Port and J P Guus. Two-year trustees W L Phelps Bert Ganiener J T Mac year form Marvin Ferguson S F Robbins and J Cunningham. Elders elected one two and three year terms.
Low Sharpsten was arrested Saturday by a United States marshal in the city on charges of sending obscene matter through the mails. He appeared before U.S. Commissioner Hopkins in Battle Creek, was bound over for the October term of the United States circuit court, and was released on no bail until then.
Mr Richards delivered an engaging lecture on The X Ray and Wireless Telegraphy in the High School room. The talk featured practical experiments and drew a good audience, with a second lecture the following night.
James J Jeffries defeats Robert Fitzsimmons in 11 rounds at the Coney Island Athletic Club. The California challenger, seen as an outsider, dominates the world champion in a decisive victory in New York. Public reaction praises Jeffries as the new world heavyweight champion and notes financial splits.
London June 15 The U S ambassador Joseph H Chaate has received from the foreign office a communication on the Alaska question indicating a satisfactory temporary arrangement of the affair The foreign office officials cautious on details say the difficulties are practically smoothed over until the high commission meeting in August.
The People vs Ed Ryan concluded with a guilty verdict after two days of trial in circuit court. Ryan received seven years, while Charien Gordon, convicted last week, drew one year. The Hulbert case proceeded next with limited defense witnesses. Prosecution witnesses included Benny B Baker, secretary of the sutle board of health, and Dr Fanghr from the reniversite. Prosecution urged water supply contamination concerns at the Battis Greek bathing spot. The jury returned a guilty verdict yesterday afternoon.
Tickets for reserved seats to Olivet's annual commencement concert on June 23 go on sale June 15 at J. N. Taggart drug store. Mendelssohn Elijah will be performed with a large, well-located seating array. prices include reserve seats at 50 cents. Orders may be placed by mail or telegraph, with prompt fulfillment.
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