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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1890
Page
3
Michigan Tappenings summarizes state items with names, places, and events. Notable people and places include Lansing, Saginaw, Detroit, Kalamazoo, Ishpeming, Grand Ledge, and Bay counties. The note covers appointments, legal matters, births, marriages, and local incidents in a dense obituary and civic roundup style.
A Chicago Tribune excerpt critiques Democratic lawmakers like West and Voorhees for opposing the Sherman antitrust bill while accusing Republicans of not improving on the record. It argues Democrats seek political gain from trust monopolies, warns voters against demagoguery, and defends Gov. Holden as loyal to the Union amid Southern treason labels.
A Chicago advertisement by Northwestern Hand and Trust Company cites mortgage figures to claim Illinois farmers largely pay or renew loans. The piece challenges calamity editor claims, noting that in the year ending Jan 24 1889 about one half of loans due were paid off with funds rather than renewed, and asserts the company held $2 506 000 in farm loans with some foreclosures in ten years.
The Boston Home Market Club hosted Mablen Chance who spoke on protective tariffs. He argued for preserving American markets and paying workers well, noting England’s protection and urging national high wages to advance domestic industry. Also included is a humorous dialect vignette, Narrow Escape, about two old-time negroes exchanging pleasantries and family chatter.
A Victorian note explains the kite tail as ballast for stability, arguing that a well balanced tail improves flight much as ballast steadies a ship. The writer asserts tail design is crucial to steady, reliable soaring.
A practical guide explains tying a kite tail four times its length for stability. It describes anchoring twine to a firm object, making a slip knot several feet away, and using a narrow cloth strip as the tail segment. The diagram notes show two knots for securing the tail.
A nineteenth century guide describes constructing a large kite from blue and red flannel and common muslin. It details cutting strips half an inch wide, looping threads, and arranging fringed tissue paper along a stretched edge. A unique kite option features extended sticks with trailing fringe and colored sail, suggesting bold red white and blue color schemes.
The text explains how to assemble a kite with a proper tail and balanced center to ensure steady flight. It warns that a tail too light causes twisting and that incorrect cross sticks or belly bands can lead to wobbling or darting. It advises having a helper face the wind and keep the tail straight to avoid tangles.
Religious reflection on Luke 7 11 18 an introduction to the healing of the widow's son and the linked themes of life death and compassion. The study emphasizes Jesus raising the dead in Nain and the impact on onlookers, with exhortations about faith, sorrow, and the power of Christ to bring life.
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