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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1889
Page
4
A garbled column notes the coming state election in Massachusetts will test the Australian ballot system for the first time in the nation. It mixes assorted quotes, gossip, and far-fetched claims about sparrows, vines, wines, and political figures, reflecting a chaotic snapshot of late 19th century commentary.
The piece argues for protectionist policy to shield American workers from foreign competition. It asserts tariff walls defend local industries, keep money within the community, support home merchants and taxes, and deter peddlers from selling without licenses. It condemns plans sending wealth abroad and stresses self-reliance of households and communities.
A compilation of British and American editorials from 1890s papers arguing over U S authority in Behring Sea fisheries, foreign influence on politics, and protectionist policy. It cites the Augusta Chronicle, Boston Journal, and Chattanooga Times on federal reach, alien voting impact, and England’s protective system.
Warning issued by State Game and Fish Warde Alden Smith warns against violations of the 1889 Legislature act prohibiting killing wild turkeys outside October through December and certain other wild birds. Penalty is fifty dollars or thirty days imprisonment, deputy warners to prosecute violators.
From the Ripon Vis Commonwealth an item notes Dr F Brewer as a physician who concentrates on throat and lung diseases and related conditions. It praises his honesty in advising patients to pursue treatment plans and his consistently successful results across cases.
A major exhibition features Poora's large religious scene The Night of the Nativity to be shown at the Detroit International Exposition starting September 7. The canvas depicts the Star of Bethlehem above the desert watchfire with three shepherds in life like poses as travelers contemplate the holy event. The piece, acclaimed for its religious feeling and dramatic atmosphere, accompanies a concert program by Cappas band of the Seventh Regiment with plans for an international band convention and soloists during the fair.
A representative from Milo B Stavens Co of Washington and Detroit will tour Tremont House Marshall Albion House Albion and Homer to provide information on pensions bounties and claims. The Sioux City Corn Palace opens Sept 23, 1880 with reduced rail rates and Detroit and Chicago routes promoted for visitors. secretary Jas V Mahoney lists details.
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