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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1894
Page
7
Charles Bader a Newark bicycle rider and Violet Hervey of Ringoes marry after meeting on long rides. The ceremony at Calvary church followed by a swift wheel wedding exit as they begin life together in Newark.
In Indianapolis law office of Harrison Miller Elani a noon Tuesday shooting affray erupted between rivals Copeland and Bruning over the vast Bruning estate. Bruning and Harris were wounded. Copeland arrested. Legal actions and divorcing interests heat a long feud involving Clara Copeland and William Bruning in U.S. courts.
A mysterious blast severely damaged a South Spring Street block, destroying a frame building housing a cafe and jewelry shop. Kestner’s butcher shop and the Golou Roe produce store were damaged. debris covered sidewalks. Fire and debris hindered escape. one restaurant proprietor, Miss Kuite Shlomer, was in a rear room sleeping during the blast. Suspected causes point to gasoline or dynamite with two bodies feared in the wreckage. Loss estimated at $3,000.
Washington police mobilize to meet General Coxey and his commonweal army. Detectives Quinlan and Boyd join the march at Cumberland to identify criminals and gauge aims. Colonel Redstone seeks to portray the movement as benevolent while Inspector Holingberger remains skeptical.
Antwerp April 17 The reliable steamer De Ruyter Captain Meg last sighted after leaving port March 12 bound for Beaton. Built Glasgow 1878 810.7 ft long 36.2 ft beam 20.9 ft deep 2330 tons nat crew 28. Cargo chiefly beat sugar and window glass heavy laden. Possible loss of propulsion or rudder or cargo shift. may have drifted southward. Also Milwaukee street railway workers strike looms over proposed wage cut to 17 12 cents per hour pending director board action.
Dispatch from Paris notes French forces at Timbuctoo destroyed the Touareg tribe after a string of defeats. French troops reportedly killed or driven off the tribe and seized much of their livestock. In other items, Doc Bradley fatally shot Monroe Bean in a district quarrel after drinking. a child, Minnie Westerman, drifted over Sooking River falls. and various town notices cover school days, bank policies, and local happenings across Michigan towns.
A historical critique defends weekly rest as a universal law echoed across Persians, Jews, Christians, and scientists. It cites Dr Paul Mismeyer and Lord Macaulay, arguing Sunday cessation boosts health and productivity, while warning against expanding Sunday work and urging protection for workers from seven-day shifts.
A garbled Ada report laments Sunday liquor sales and fears legal action. It argues legalization would corrupt morals, while saloons defy the law, sparking concern among citizens who fear disorder and bloodshed unless Sundays remain abstinent.
A Brooklyn policeman finds Bertha May, 74, destitute and freezing near Lafayette and Franklin. She owns a four story Bedford Avenue home, $13,000 in a bank, and is worth up to $80,000. Mia Townsend and Captain Hardy arrange shelter as detectives inspect the filthy Belford Avenue residence.
An advertisement style notice touts sleep aids and cures for nervousness, insomnia, and digestive issues. It promotes Cubol Chugh Cur y and Bacon's Celery King as miracle products with grand health claims. The text includes testimonials and mentions free trials and drugstore availability, with various list-like product references and remedies.
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