10 Mar 1899
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Newspaper
Marshall News
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1899
Page
1
A county convention endorses Mrs. Willits for county superintendent, praising her dedication, accessibility to teachers and schools, and prior service. Delegates debate party principles, democracy, and the need for experienced leadership, with the final vote signaling strong support for her candidacy.
Fragmentary OCR lists names like Usborn Albion G Fe Greek and Dobbins among committees for a county agricultural duty. Mechanical work noted and references a relic department. The text is garbled with multiple misspellings and unclear verbs.
Several cases continued in Circuit Court with minor actions and dispositions. Notable items include a $100 costs bond set for a voist matter due by May 15, guilty pleas for embezzlement with suspended sentences, and guardianship and probate motions under advisement as judges weigh the Michigan case. A court audience remained engaged as proceedings adjourned for legislative convention travel.
A historical convention in Barkworth revisits Democratic principles led by speakers such as Justin R. Whiting and Lively Cai, praising Lincoln and Jeffersonian ideals. Attendees vote to retain the present party banner and adjourn after a banquet and public addressing.
Two freight trains on the Cincinnati Northern near Eckford station collided when a westbound snow plow derailed and pushed the other engine from the tracks. Engineers Jerry Mahoney and Fred Smith escaped serious injury as wrecking crews worked overnight to clear the line.
A Battle Creek Record summary notes swampy parcels near Calhoun County with small tracts and unclear ownership. It contrasts 226s acres of weak land with other plots measuring far more, highlighting contested land use and ownership tensions in the area.
The Callcon County Teachers Association held its spring meeting at the high school Saturday with afternoon attendance. President Re AL Calver and Secretary Ge Senman led the program as topics included public questions and civic duties. The next meeting is planned for some time in February.
Fragmentary reminiscence traces the late Hig with ties to W. C. Farco and the Wells Fargo rampins era. It describes early bankers and merchants across Detroit Buffalo and eastern cities, Welld Fargo mergers, and Hig’s career from overland plans to Wariness leadership in Marshall and Grand Rapids.
In Marshall a request calls for two public meetings by the NE LIF Committee to discuss options and a $40,000 line of subsidies. The notices reference city actions, grants, and potential funding through local authorities and nearby agencies.
A historical notice references a weekly session and adjournment on an upcoming Monday evening. It notes routine citizen involvement and the assembly’s procedures, with emphasis on orderly scheduling and participation.
Janes M Powers incumbent mayor of Charlotte received an acclamation for the position at the Carson Silver convention held in Charlotte Monday. No opposing candidate appeared in the field. Powers shows strong electability and broad support within the party.
The fragmentary item notes a ceremony in the city on a Wednesday with a parade of gifts and a listed amount of £9, amid references to Mayat Nelgkhoea Katdsei and charter reminders of the organization. Viewers witnessed a ceremony at a rosktones location tied to John Hoeton.
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