Council Takes Up Relics of City Government in 1901
Old council turned over duties to the new board as Mayor Powell presided. Ex-Treasurer DeShane faced a supplementary report correcting overcharges and tax roll errors. City finances showed an adjusted on hand balance of 3868.59 and a total receipts figure amid routine petitions for sewers and minor appointments across departments.
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Sud Ot
Powell
Flynn
Fre
DeShane
Formar Porhupat
Tarsea
I Tur
Recorder
Vbeset
Peathiuss
Soliaty
HEAL
Cemetery Trust Fond
Dierest Woud
Ricki Ford
LBA Building Fund
Brulge
Ios
Celal
UCRS
Tales Contingent
Commercial Bank
Hupd
Wm. Martin
Jacob Klanembash
G. W. Coleman
J. L. Bean
Milea
John Rentschler
R.F. Grant
Attormey
J. B. Foley
Marshal
Dean
Hamil
Nidgeh In
Sidewale
Memorial Service Honors Rev George F Hunting at Presbyter ian Church
Easter services at the Presbyterian church reflected a memorial for the late Rev George F Hunting long time pastor here. Floral decorations created a beautiful scene as the sermon, preached by Hunting two years ago, cited Beloved now we are the sons of God. The congregation, many with dimmed eyes, felt the loss of a true and noble figure in their midst.
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Presbyterian Church
George F. Hunting
Hunting
God
New Ere Association Organized With Forty Three Charter Members
The New Sra Association of Grand Rapids Michigan formed under fraternal law by eliminating the lodge and instituting a branch board without society or dues in W C I U rooms Friday night with forty three charter members. Officers include President Ralph Garwood Vice President W J Duncett Directors C H Hillabrant Ernest Burnham A B Bacon Treasurer E E Simmons Delegate Wm Phelps Alternate Mrs Hattie Lathrop Physicist I W Houston and Ethics Committee Rev A H Bailey Wm Phelps Dr L W Houston Mrs Chas Hillab ran Mrs H Burnham.
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Sra Association
Grand Rapids
Mich
Fraternal Lawe of Michigan
Lodge
Ralph 8. Garwood
W. J. Duncett
C. H. Hillab
A Novel Debate On Insurance Merits For Marshall
The W C T U of Marshall calls insurance men to publicly debate the merits of old line and fraternal life companies. The event promises lively talk as agents bring their gifts of gab, though concerns arise that the discussion may become an endless harangue if many speakers overlap.
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W. C.T.U. of Marshall
Basketball Game Card With Young Ladies Team
A fragment mentions a basketball game and young ladies team, with notes about a Saturday match and Albion. Names and details are unclear due to OCR errors but indicate an upcoming or recent game and local sports interest.
A Man of Letters Morgan Bates Jr Novel Highlight
Morgan Bates Jr., former Marshall resident and early Statesman editor, has published a novel titled Martin Brook. A reviewer praises its plain tale, directness, and faithful portrayal of pre Civil War life, noting Bates as a successful journalist and playwright now dwelling in Traverse City.
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Morgan Bates, Jr
Marshall
The
Statesman
Martin Brook
Smartuess
Geville
Bates
Traverse City
Judge Winsor grants injunction over Creek restaurant dispute
Judge Winsor and Judge Al. heard the first case Tuesday afternoon restraining a Battle Creek property owner from ejecting a tenant after a Monday raid by a gang on the Little Williams restaurant. Percy Graham, proprietor, defended his lease while a rifle threat circulated as lawyers raced to Marshall, stirring Creek County up in the process.
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Marshall
Birthday Poem for Welch 75th Birthday Anniversary
A brief verse from B F Welch Sr of this city honors his 75th birthday. The poem extols hope and cheer and notes Welch’s vigor despite advancing years. The Statesman joins friends in wishing many more happy anniversaries as he enjoys good health.
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B. F. Welch
Welch
Annual report on electric and water works in Marshall
The board of electric and water commissioners presents a condensed annual report to the mayor and common council. Receipts exceed operating expenses for both water works and lighting plants, with detailed figures for cash in treasury, rents, tapping, salaries, repairs, and depreciation. Notable items include major boiler overhauls, new meters installed, fifty private service connections, and proposed extensions to meet demand and improve lighting efficiency.
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City of
Marshall
Board of Electric and Water Commissioners
Planta
Digbureemente
Arbons
Howes
Tronausy
Treasury
City Electric Office
Fire Chief Praises Force in Marshall Report
Chief Flynn of Marshall Fire Department reports a total damage figure of 13399 in his annual fire record. He commends the efficient corps and recommends the city purchase a combination chemical and hose wagon soon, with council action anticipated.
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Flynn
Fire Department
Spring Tax Sale Notice by Auditor General Powers
Perry F Powers, auditor general, calls attention to the May 7 tax sale of lands with unpaid taxes from 1898 and earlier. Property owners should check county lists, contact the department or county treasurer to settle delinquencies, as a small early payment can prevent long worry and larger losses when lands are sold.
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Perry F. Powers
Runaway Wrecks Carriages Near Ceresco injuring two women
A locomotive frightened a carriage between Wheatfield and Ceresco Tuesday evening causing the coach to overturn. Mrs. Robert Coughlin and Mrs. H. M. Barker were injured. Barker fractured her left limb and internal injuries, while Coughlin broke both legs after hanging to the reins. Both women were rescued by bystanders and taken to nearby homes for medical care as doctors expect recovery. The horses escaped but were later recaptured and returned to their owner.
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Ceresco
Robert Coughlin
Marshall
8. M. Barker
Homer
Wheatfeld
District oratorical contest honors at St Joseph
At the district oratorical contest in St Joseph Miss Marie Winsor of Marshall won second place. Contestants came from Allegan Niles St Joseph Union City Watervliet and Mershall. Winsor was praised for her composition and delivery and nearly tied Leigh Carlton of St Joseph for first. The state contest will be held on the 26th in Benton Harbor.
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St. Joseph
Marie Winsor
Marshall
Allegan
Niles
Union City
Watervliet
Mershall
Winsor
Leigh Carlton
Benton Harbor
Probate calendar outlines hearings and filings for multiple estates
Week begins April 15 with hearings on wills and claims across several estates including Emma Blanchard Henry Hubbard Barrick Sheridan and Nancy AL Robbins. Details mention sale real estate and claims hearings with first and last days specified for each matter.
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Abbieh
Showers
Emma Blanchard
Henry H. Hubbard
Leanse
Barrick E. Sheridan
Austin “Richards
Nancy
AL Robbins
Mary G
Fonda
Powhatan Indian Opera at Knights of Pythias House
The K of P Opera presents Powhatan an Indian opera at the opera house Monday evening under Knights of Pythias auspices. Advance sales promise a full house. The show features a disciplined chorus, notable principals, appealing humor, and lively music. Little papooses drills and handsome costumes to be highlighted. Prices 35 and 60 cents. Clark event may tour to Albion.
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Knights of Pythias
Opera House
Lepper
St & O
Albion
Marghall
Appointment of Roy D Eldred as stenographer for 37th circuit
Governor Bliss named Roy D Eldred of Battle Creek to the 37th judicial circuit stenographer post. Eldred, previously chief stenographer for Dr Kellogg, is praised as efficient and rapid. Judge Winsor submitted credentials and trusted the governor to act impartially after several applicants.
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Bliss
Roy D. Eldred
Battle Creek
37Th Judicial Circuit
Eldred
Kellogg
Winsor
Himsalf
Up in Smoke as Sand Brick Plant Burns at St. Joseph
The Sand Brick Co. plant of St. Joseph owned by J. W. Fletcher burned to the ground Monday night. Fire likely incendiary. The facility employed about 60 men before the blaze halted operations as Fletcher plans to resume after winter illness.
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Sand Brick Co
St. Joseph
J. W. Fletcher
Thin Ajty
Fletcher
Religious Status of Europe in the Seventeenth Century
The Drummond Circle meeting on the topic explored how scientific discovery clashed with church opposition, illustrating evolution of knowledge overcoming bigotry and improving notions of true religion. Hospitality by Mr. and Mrs. Brewer was noted. next meeting will feature John O Patterson on International Arbitration. Also an advertisement for Amenan Woven Fence by Bosley’s Hardware offering delayed delivery pricing.
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Europe
Drummond Circle
G. Powers
C. G. Brewer
Occar
C. D. Brewer
John O. Patterson
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the Annual
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Gov
Adviento Colinquenta
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K. of P. Opera
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