07 Apr 1881
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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1881
Page
1
A sprawling Digest of reports covers accidents, politics, economies, and conflicts. It notes European unrest, U.S. political campaigns, court actions, and international tensions, reflecting a chaotic postwar period with scattered details on grain markets, railway disputes, and social issues.
In a March session the Senate approved paying the late Senator Carpenter’s funeral expenses. The day featured adjournment motions, partisan exchanges, and the election of officers was debated with remarks by Dawes, Dawes, Hill, and others. A later April session continued, with discussions on executive sessions and adjournment to December. International items mention Greece Turkey, Danish West Indies, and Ireland news.
A lengthy inquiry by the Arbitration Committee of the Produce Exchange uncovers fraud in ginseng dealings. Alleged adulteration mixes root from other plants to mimic true ginseng, with shipments traced to Knoxville Tennessee and a single New York receiver accused of profiting from the scheme.
A traveler returning to Rhocness from a country trip was mauled by fifteen to twenty dogs that dragged him from his horse and chased him into town. The pack then roamed the countryside killing cattle until a militia and local volunteers hunted them down, many dogs slain. The origin of the strange dog alliance remains unexplained with hydrophobia suggested by some witnesses.
Dr Felix Nordemann cites death from overexertion after rope jumping in six year old Rachel Thuce of SL Bays ard etrect. Father runs Bowery fancy goods store. family described as comfortable. Neighbors recall Rachel loved rope jumping and often pushed herself to exhaustion before succumbing Monday at ten. Dr Jayne and health officials urge guardians to guard against overexertion in children and heed risks of strenuous play.
Editor M Auborn recounts a cooling ascent from Nice aboard the balloon Gabriel with Capudn Jorvis and Lieutenant Vivier. After rising to 6000 feet, clouds and mist forced a descent. the craft drifted over water until a Naples bound ship, the Marossus, diverted to rescue them. They reached Vilto franon and returned to Nice amid a hero's welcome.
In a defiant Senate address, Senator Mahone declares Virginia’s loyalty to the Union, denounces repudiation arguments, and defends Readjusters’ aim to restore Virginia’s status. He rebukes colleagues, traces Virginia’s debt history, and stresses a free ballot and equal rights for all races amid political strife.
The piece argues Democratic leaders, shocked by Mahone's no, face a demoralized stance after defeats, with hope of carrying the Solid South and northern votes in 1884, while Republicans grow wary of Democratic plans and public faith in institutions wavers amid political turmoil.
A long list of short notes covers traveling theater firms. Vanderbilt’s new house rail costs. a New York store split into dyeing and undertaker windows. biographical notes on Mrs. Post of Georgia Vermont. remarks on Auntetians roses and antipodal flowers. Senate foreign born members and bios. a Canadian girl’s anonymous poems. Dr Herman Wendell’s late orchard work. a Hartford icy sidewalk damages ruling. Egypt vishwa dervishes order. a London celery farmer’s detailed yields. a New Hampshire boy aids a broken winged robin. North Italy queen bee trade. Alison the balloon suit case outcome. a New England farmer’s sweat potatoes and turtles. an English burglary caper. and Tsandlana disaster reporting from the Natal Times.
Fragmented notes recount Bartlett and Vic's marriage talk, General Washington tales, a joke from Boston Post, and a Galveston Avenue tramp scene. The mix blends gossip on relationships with odd anecdotes and local quips from newspapers, offering a snapshot of early 20th century scattershot coverage.
Describes spring mantle fashions with various shapes and fabrics. Details three-quarter length mantles with gathered sleeves, double-breasted fronts, trims of passementerie and fringes, and specific models like Capuchin alster and Solana visite. Mentions fabrics such as cloth, cashmere, velvet, and satin and notes March models including jackets and basques.
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