Ramuel J. Burpee dies after paralysis of the heart
The obituary recalls Samuel J. Burpee a long time Marshall hardware merchant and former mayor. He married Mary Elizabeth Van Blarcom and had daughter Ada A. Burpee. A Republican, he served on the city council, chaired the fire committee, promoted the Artesian fire system, opened court square park, and was postmaster from 1874 to 1884. He died at age 73 after years of illness, with the funeral to be held Sunday at his home with Masonic honors by the Knights Templar and local fire department participation.
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Scandal and City Proceedings Across a Busy Week
A Detroit area tale unfolds of infidelity and a schoolteacher’s pursuit, with a husband pressed for evidence as police and officials convene. Separately, former actress Lillian Spencer’s divorce case surfaces alongside city council actions, street repairs, and railroad financials as a busy municipal session adjourns for two weeks.
Fast foot race in Marshall ends with stranger beating Tisdale
Two travelers from the east challenged Ed Tisdale in a $100 race at the driving park in Marshall. The match drew a crowd as Tisdale led from the start and finished narrowly ahead. The unnamed challenger, rumored to be professional runner Slattery from the east, left with wagers paid and the crowd buzzing about his identity. Tisdale, praised as a top sprinter, emphasized his speed across 100 yards and a quarter mile.
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Chicago Market Report Shows Higher Wheat Prices And Heavy Cattle Receipts
The Chicago market report from December 3, 1885 notes a large decline in exports to the continent, with wheat prices rising but irregular. Receipts reach 126,000 bushels of wheat and 132,400 of corn shipped, while corn remains quiet but steady. Barley is dull but demand persists, cattle receipts are very heavy with many prime steers selling well, hog prices decline slightly yet the market closes steady, and sheep numbers are moderate.
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