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Marshall Statesman in Marshall, Michigan

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Marshall Statesman

Location

Marshall, Michigan, United States of America

Date

Aug 20, 1873

Page

5

We Never Could Agree Betwixt Us A Farmhouse Split

A candid reminiscence of a long marriage unraveling over assets and temper. A husband and wife, Betsy and Hetey, argue their case in a muddled monologue about property, home, and fairness as neighbors watch. The narrator recalls repeated quarrels, mistaken judgments, and the plan to formalize an unequal split with Betsy receiving a house, farm, and livestock while the narrator insists on fair pay for Betsy and a secure home.

Caleb

When I was young and married her, Betsy and I

A fragmentary reminiscence from Wnt. M. CanLeren recounts a long marriage with Betsy, noting a tidy house and kitchen, quarrels shared, and a final wish to be laid together under a maple tree. The speaker reflects on love, fidelity, and faith after death, ending with a hopeful note of reunion in heaven.

Sllenes Heaven M. CanLeren

Divorce Plea Abandoned After Hoped Reconciliation

A couple recounts in letters their failed split over family Bible keepsakes and farm debts. They describe conflict with Caleb and a parson as they consider reuniting, resolving to adjust words and honor shared vows.

Soar Goop by Procren & Gaxsir at Cincinnati factory sale

The notice urges readers to try Soar Goop made by Procren and Gaxsir in Cincinnati, sold by grocers, claiming extra weight and satisfaction for new users. A later incident recounts Gilsey, fishing near Beaver Brookmills, attacked by a snapping turtle that clung to his hand, causing a panicked dash toward home and a humorous tale of a shark-like escape to church.

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Fragmentary Philosophical Fragments On Life And Character

The text presents scattered reflections on mortality virtue and the human relation to the divine. It references Bruyere Webster and a notion of wearability of character as a bright heart weather that sustains harmony, strength, and relief from worry.

Ore Webster

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