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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1879
Page
1
In a tale set in Marshall Calhoun County Michigan, a monarch receives gifts of wine and jewels as others gaze upon a radiant jewel that blinds yet captivates. A speaker proclaims a hidden meaning tied to desire and divine sign, mentioning Latin wine and a distant poet’s record about a future revelation in April.
Edith Montrose attempts to buy a rare diamond and ruby brooch from jeweler Mr. Garnet for her invalid brother and sister. The price is pressed higher by Paul Trevaux who later leaves with other jewels. The brooch vanishes and Edith is confronted by two men with a warrant. Edith denies fault as she is taken to face charges.
Edith Montrose faces a police court remand after being accused of stealing a brooch. Barrister Paul Trevaux vows to prove her innocence, cross examining witnesses and revealing her troubled past. A canine watcher’s loyalty later helps expose the real culprit.
A jumble of kitchen tips and domestic advice outlines how to prep onions and potatoes, test flour by water absorption, determine a fowl’s doneness, and improve sauces, creams, and crusts. It also covers pastry technique, egg use, and cautions on fat, bread, and dumplings, followed by court notes and oddities.
The only son of ex-President Johnson, Andrew d ghoxon, dr, died at his residence in Greenville Sena. He edited a weekly paper, later farmed, and left a widow. The fith inst his remains were buried beside his parents with his sisters Mrs Patterson and Mrs Stover nearby. He had three sons, the eldest killed in Nashville during the war, the second died after returning to Greenville. The male heirs now are grandsons Andrew Jolugon Patterson and Andrew Johnson Stover.
A Bombay letter reports Gen. Grant overwhelmed by a profusion of servants detailing every move at Government House. On strolls he walked with a small procession led by a scarlet servant, reflecting the grand reception in India.
A Dallas Texas tragedy reports Maurice Barrymore and Porter being shot by railroad detective Daniel Currie after a confrontation in a Marshall Texas depot saloon. Barrymore died. Porter died fifty minutes later. Currie arrested amid crowd pressure for lynching fears. Currie fled after prior career with Texas Pacific and costar Josephine Luker.
A 20th annual statement shows the American Insurance Company of Chicago holds strong solvency and growth. In Illinois Missouri and Indiana its cash premium receipts lead peers for 1878, with about 130000 policies in force and assets over 018,765.02. The firm underwrites dwelling houses and farm property, insuring up to 5000 per risk, and has a cash surplus of 502,386.13 for policy holders.
The article discusses wheat origin as speculative, noting theories from wild progenitors to Xenogent varieties while debunking a 1855 claim of cultivation from egilops ovata. It notes extensive historic cultivation, numerous varieties, and possible multiple origin species, with corn's American origin per Candolle and Darwin and cited evidence from South America.
A reporter on a live daily exposes a bizarre scene with a politician suspect of forgery and a four wives figure nearby. The guest unveils a new invention, a reporters patent combined spiral spring and intra rubber nose bullet, pitched as essential for every reporter. The piece describes the absurd device and a combat training scene with a target practice incident ending in a fired shot.
A political tract argues that the extra session of Congress was forced by Democrats to push for a national election law and to curb fraud. It claims 1868 frauds in New York and nationwide schemes by Democrats, citing Tilden and Tweed, and asserts Republicans defend fair votes while Democrats seek to overturn self-government through fraud.
A New York lady wintering in Florence hosted a gram bull, drawing a large, distinguished crowd. A surprise cotillion figure drew sensation with novel flair. A large tree bore Roper baskets. one basket split, releasing many small birds that flew about the ballroom until freed or taken home by guests.
The Michigan Legislature reports Friday session activity with several bills passed or amended, including provisions for state language materials, village charters, and railroad matters. A Huston motion to fix final adjournment for April 15 was tabled. communications from the Michigan Central on passes were extended.
In a London lecture before the Workmen's Club and Institute Union, Dean Stanley extolled Maj Andre. He praised American sympathy for the young officer and recounted his brave, chivalrous conduct and tragic execution. A wreath from the Hudson banks was later placed above Andre's tomb in the Abbey.
A town clock rings unexpectedly during a fever era. At the funeral of Robert McClinton, the clock struck one despite not being wound. Later, by the bed of his ill son, a man heard the clock strike seven, jolting him from grief. Port Gibson Reveille notes the strange occurrence.
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