Water Closet Contract Awarded and City Council Actions
Municipal affairs report the award of Bentley & Greiner for a water closet in the fireman's hall at 104.71 with no tile under stalls. Council approves sidewalk petitions. discusses sewer work on Mansion arrest. reviews sewer assessments with protests from Dr Marshall and Ald Court. adjourns for one week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ald. Gonrt
John Bush
W. D. Stone
Ald. Smyth
Fire Department
Bentley & Greiner
Smyth
Ald
Dean
Eagle Street
Marshall Avance
Ald. Smith
Fair Ground
Jefferson, Pearl
Monroe
Dunton
Maple Streets
Finance Committee
Hamilton
Sycamora Street
Kalamazoo Ave
Miller
Marshall Light Co
Mereral
Kelley
Simmons
Mack
Afarshall
Ald. Court
State Street
West End Park
Marshall Avenue
Dr. Marshall
Ald. Miller
Piahhi Peie
No Detroit Paper Rumor Denied by W B Hamletp Letter
The News receives a letter from New York dated October 5 1901 denying a rumor that Ma Heart plans a Detroit paper. It states there is no foundation for the report and is signed by WB Hamletp secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
W OG. Phelps
Marshall News
Marshall, Mich
Detroit
WB. Famletp
Beating All Records in Public Welfare Tax Debate
A garbled report hints at record figures on public welfare or tax measures, mentioning figures like 720,012 and 1.65 per unit. It references Lond and Wig with implied rates or bounties, indicating a large scale financial discussion. The text is unclear but suggests unprecedented increases and triggers for per capita payments.
Hyde Case Pushes Ahead With Pending Prosecutions
Prosecuting Attorney Hatch signals all A O Hyde cases will be tried this term. A judge is to arrive next week for hearings. Hatch threatens mandamus to compel trial if bonds are treated, and hints at appealing to a grand jury if the Supreme Court intervenes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hatch
A.O. Hyde
Supreme Conti
Murat
Supreme c ‘Ourt
County Teachers Meet Elects Officers in Calhoun
The Calhoun county Teachers Association held its first quarterly meeting at the high school with over 250 attendees. Officers elected for the year include President O A Groninger Athens Vice President Lizzie M Cook Homer Secretary Mary Church Tekonsha Treasurer Ada Beardsley Pennfield and executive committee members R L Nye Battle Creek Gertruds Smith Marshall and Lizzie Crosby Albion. The next meeting will be in Albion on the first Saturday in February.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calhoun County Teachers Association
O. A. Groninger
Athens
Lizzie M. Cook
Homer
Mary Church
Tekonsha
Ada Beardsley
Pennfield
R. L. Nye
Battle Creek
Gertruds Smith
Marshall
Lizzie Crosby
Albion
Ex-bank cashier Johnson to plead guilty in $190000 embezzlement
Ex First National Bank of Niles cashier A. Johnson will appear in federal court at Grand Rapids to answer embezzling $190,000. Attorney L K Knappen says no defense will be mounted, implying a guilty plea. Johnson’s family and friends head to Grand Rapids. the bank’s failure worsened hardship for local widows and orphans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Niles
A. Johnoson
First National Bank of Niles
Grand Rapida
L. K. Knappen
Johnson
Grand Rapide
Nilea
Kelley Bound Over After Albion Robbery Hearing
Kelley, a hobo linked to the Albion Davis holdup and shooting, faced examination before Justice Lane. Three witnesses place him with a revolver and breakfast five miles east after the crime. The charge became assault with intent to murder, and he is bound over for circuit court with $1,000 bonds. he remains jailed. George Taylor of Uomer, charged with burglary at Michigan Central station, had his exam adjourned to October 1 with bonds reduced from $1,000 to good.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas. Kelley
Davis
Albion
Justice Lane
Kelley
George Taylor
Uomer
Michigan Central
Calhoun County Tax Apportionment Sets Record
The 1904 Michigan state tax apportionment, finalized by Auditor General Powers, totals 4 559 544 dollars, the largest in state history. Calhoun county’s share is 1 204 000 dollars with other counties listed. the state tax burden rose sharply from past years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan
Aud
Gen Powers
Calhoun County
County Fair Notes Lead to Fish and Forthcoming Events
A garbled county fair item mentions a new wire fence in front of the grandstand and an elevated band stand near the judges stand. It notes tomorrow’s schedule and references a dead juror with unclear details amid misread names and errant phrases.
Calhoun County Fair Exhibit Boasts Record Entrants
The fifty third annual Calhoun County Agricultural Society sale and show is in full swing with record entries across all departments. Notable displays include the Qeresco and Eckford Farmers clubs vegetables tent, Presbyterian ladies rummage sale, an elevated stage and pioneer exhibit, and extensive livestock and horse sections. Exhibitors range from Gale Company of Albion to Adams and Hudnutt Piano Co, with florals and crafts filling floral hall and arts departments showcasing strong local talent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calhoun County Agricultural Society
Calhoun County
Qeresco
Eckford Farmers’ Clubs
Presbyterian
Gale Company
Albion
Carter & Gleason
O. E. Baldwin & Co
Augusta
Michigan Cement Post Co
Pago Fence Co
Adrian
Floral
Frank Needham
Hindwnach & Co
Blanche Graham
Morse & Donel
Leedla Bros
Swartwout & Swartwout
O.H. Hillibrant
George Parrett & Sons
VR Lepper
Coles
Gillett
Hudnutt Piano Co
H Dew
Piper and Parker & Co
Battle Creek
Niagara Falls
N. Y
Department of Arts
Marshall Interest in Spanish War Bounties Disclosed
A Brooklyn lawyer uncovers that every volunteer who served in the Spanish American War may claim bounties totaling 276 dollars under state and federal laws. State law pays 85 dollars and federal 192 dollars to each veteran. The discovery could cost the state about 2 million dollars and the federal government about 85 million. The matter is before Attorney General Knox in Washington and Judge John C. Sexton. About 3,000 claimants are represented and may be allowed without prolonged litigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Brooklyn
Knox
Washington
John C. Sexton
State Court of Olaute
Bishop John Foley Confirms Fifteen at St Marys Church
Rt. Rev. John Foley bishop of Detroit administered confirmation to a class of fifteen youths thirteen girls and three adults at St Marys church on Friday afternoon. He arrived by train from Kalamazoo and spoke on Christ. Fr Sadlier of St Phillip Church Battle Creek concluded with Benediction. The service featured music by the St Maurys academy orchestra and the interior was lit with electric lights and candles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Foley
Detroit
St Mary’s Church
Kalamszoo
Jeans Christ
Sadlier
St. Phillip
Battle Creek
St. Maury’s Academy
Dearshall
Baurt
The Commoner subscription offer and growth noted
The Commoner reports a record circulation of ue,606 copies and calls out Mr Bryan’s leadership in political and economic discussion. An annual price is listed at 1.00, with a combined offer for The Commoner and McAull Magibull Wes s at 1.65 for one year, compared with a two-paper separate price of 2.00.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Peper
Geld Furs
Bryne Vogut Batesbis
Bir
Marriage Licenses in Battle Creek and Beyond
Marriage licenses list numerous couples from Battle Creek and surrounding cities including Leo Athens Penmield Marengo Marshall Clarence Augusta Battle Creek Midland and Bedford. The notices name Arch ie N Merchant Mattie Cal shor Daniel A Page Carrie Dean George M Smith Minnie B Hughes Victor L Snyder Eliza J Amier son Harry W Mathowa Iwastino Rorabeck Roy Howett Elsie Holmes Perry Cunningham Mary Stringham Jennie Boice Ora Wilson and George N Elias. The fragment ends with for sale by Swartwout Swartwout and a vague line about Rocky Mountain material and weariness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archie N. Merchant
Mattie Calshor
Battle Creek
Daniel A. Page
Leo
Carrie Dean
Marengo
Charles Richmond
Elle M. Wilcox
Athens
William H. Callahan
Penmield
Edith M. Quick
Bedford
George M. Smith
Minnie B. Hughes
Marshall
Victor L. Snyder
Eliza J. Amierson
Clarence
Harry W. Mathowa
Iwastino Rorabeck
Augusta
Roy Howett
Elsie Eloin Holmes
Punitive Measures Promised for Samar Insurrection
Washington reports military authorities plan strict action in Samar to punish natives involved in the Balangiga massacre. Gen Chaffee aims to teach rebels respect for U S sovereignty as hostilities loom. Reports note troop movements from Leyte and planned occupation by Ninth Infantry and cavalry. Local fires in Timpson Texas cause heavy losses, with rebuilding plans.
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Washington
Philippines
Island
Samar
Company C, Ninth Infantry
Balangiga
Chaffee
United States
Corbin
Te War Department
Laut Mail
Kobbe
Eleventh Infantry
Leyte
Ninth Cavalry
Ninth Infantry
Samer
Visayas
War Department
Agricultural Society races cut 1500 purse at Calhoun fair
A lengthy entry list shows Calhoun County Agricultural Society offering 1500 in purses for fair races. Multiple horses with owners and residences from Albion Jackson Ypsilanti Detroit Battle Creek and more are entered for events on October 1 and October 10. Races include pace, trot, and a special four purse event, with notable horses such as Edith L, Nellie and Queen among entries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calhoun County
Oh m
FP Pierce
Toledo
Edith L
Orin Lamont
Albion
Nellie Online
Gridley
Jackson
Billie Green
John Bampson
Curtis & Tyler
Jonesville
Charles U
Westfall Livery Co
Ypsilanti
Monfant Union
M Case
Detroit
Irene J 'McGregor
JH Randel
Birmingham
Hildye
Jorg
W H Moshe
Clark
Sally Spittings
Abe McBeth
Battle Creek
Trouble
Douglas Bros
Kalamazoo
Nellis Online
Billy Green
Joh Samson
Jackson Charlie
Ypailanti
Berbrig
Chae Rosecranz
Marshall
Nellie B
Joe Bentley Marshall
Frank
H R Williama
Charloy
Wyckolf
Priday
Tres
Ruth Roberts
Jym
D F Hopkins
Rockwood
Mich
Yoto Jr
LN Seger
Rome
Lady Hastinga
W H Warner
Mise Pugh
Nifima
Jerooks
Boon
John Thomas
Josie Wilkes
la Laflin
Ypetlanti
Bideras Erbal
Webster
Xpsilanti
Prince Oakland
Gill
Bh G
DI Hopkins Rockwood
Nan Earl
B m
Fy Pierce
Ohio
Montana Union
Br. Case
Irgna McGregor
J Rundel
Bimmingham
Don Sphinx
Brs
RG Hart
Lapeer
Hidya
Sorg
W Ht Mosher
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Municipal Affairs
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Kliéman's
Cote
Beats All Records
Hs Gab
Hyde
Fateh Bayo
Tred Ab bin Tarmour
Chora
Charles A. Johnson
Nios Bank
Grand Rapids
Calhoun
Dorhay
Dibet
Cate
Nut
Korky Blugului
Yeanis Ly
Ewartwout de
Forker
Yu. Gould & Amstuts
Diresiure Wid
Habeluere
Hughey
Blt County
Bistory
Slociety
Theis
Specink
the Commoner
Rocky Mountain Ten
Swartwout
Town Surfers
Timpson
Tex
Egg Harbor
N. J
Atlanta
Consolidated Street Railway
Vair and
Washington Streets
Luz
Giuce'bu
Jacob Birber
W Fizhermen
Johns Visher
Eeway Chachinua
the Agricultural Society
Ktid
Elena
Bellevue
van Pleet
van Ficut Medicine Co
Hellewas
Mick
Propetshalh Wagon A & Windmill Co
R. A, Bentley, Man
Dr. Movey
N. Kalave
Nowa
State
Madison
F. H. Mclean
C. A. Carmien
John McWniel
Marengo Village
B. F. Welch Jr
Prospect St
Leander Smith
Kalymacoo Avenue
East Mansion Street
Mark Mord
Chaairg and Tabies
J. W. Lester
Lyon Lake
New
Herndon
High Street
J. F. Schnaitman
Predonis
Alte Hagsoh
Leach
Wobtus
Andeio
Senis
L. P. Bonney
Wutture Birceb
Swain
City Steam
Osmer & Shanafelt
Phene
R. L. Jackson
J. M. Parsona
Hamilton St
Physicians Directory
Starr Kings Church
Ph.c. M
Greene’ Deng
W. Prospect Bs
George. H. Greene
M. D
Drax
North Fagle
Helen M. Parker
Joh Butlers Shoe Store
Koons
Jefferson
W. Hl. Rowland
J. L. Urouin
Chas. B. Mead
Eacy Mouth
N. B. Sherman
Esautry Prac
Hart's
Brewer's Gry Poods
Realdone
Markell Ave
F. G. Powers
Welch Blook
Warshall, Minh
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