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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1911
Page
14
Indianapolis dispatch reports the McNamara brothers and allies face federal grand jury probes over dynamite attacks. Prosecutors push for full justice, with Samuel Gompers cited amid calls to end violence. McNamara trial viability and related indictments loom as inquiries intensify nationwide.
Fragmentary account reports a Washington conference between Samuel Gompers president of the American Federation of Labor and Marion county officials. The piece notes prosecutors, possible further visits, and Miller’s remarks on Gompers position and safety from prosecution amid ongoing pressure from McNamaras’ case.
Reporters quote delegates and voters at the Wisconsin Republican gathering where many express preference for Senator La Follette over Roosevelt, citing opposition to reciprocity and belief Roosevelt may not seek the presidency. Some see La Follette as best available choice despite concerns he is radical in some views.
A Battle Creek restaurant and nearby Baker fur store were damaged by a Thursday fire. Firemen battled the flames and deemed it necessary to remove the entire stock from the Baker fur store. Police and service were briefly interrupted.
Jane O'Brien, a dirt contractor from Burlington, caused trouble after a night of drinking. He fled to FredvAuh's home where he had arranged lodging, but was refused. A confrontation followed and a deputy planned to take him to jail. O'Brien was later arraigned before Jurifes: Courtright.
The discussion centered on board members traveling to the city under instruction of President I. M. Byun. The principal question was who would bear the travel expenses, with the meeting details described as a key factor in the decision.
Vague readable fragments indicate a mid century note or item with unclear names and numbers. The legible parts mention places and times not fully decipherable, offering little concrete detail for a full headline.
A disastrous blaze devastated Belluve’s business district, destroying Sharkey & Son store and Fevey’s, along with several adjacent shops, a parlor, and Maccabee hall. Firefighters from nearby towns fought flames as the blaze spread, with losses estimated between 975,000 and 190,000 dollars fully insured, amid a town shaken by the event.
The record outlines an overdraft of 874.68 and outstanding bills totaling 1,842.76, creating a total deficit for the year. It describes speed department payroll delays, expenses for the track, and various receipts from subscriptions, concessions, and rents. The auditing committee reports non-notification of accounts and motions to pursue further checks and remedy.
The note reviews a local fair situation with talk of pride, games, and racing. It questions current officers for funds and plans while weighing reappointment versus new leadership. Community members debate the fair's future, gambling concerns, and the need for concrete programs to sustain the event.
Fragmented text discusses public welfare, antitrust law, and the Sherman Act, noting the Supreme Court has read reasonable restraint of trade into law. It cites tariffs on sugar and tobacco trusts, arguing that reasonable profits and returns to owners must guide regulation, with emphasis on federal and local roles in wage and profit protections amid farming communities.
An old advertisement records Mrs. A Cooley and Marshall Aye in Marshall Missouri pushing Bonn's Radupy Pills for kidney pain and other symptoms. The text includes claims of public endorsements and a testimonial style statement dated November 1905. The piece reflects fraudulent health product promotion common in era newspapers.
A terse entry notes a deed filed as an advance deal marked as 73 with unclear release wording described as about fone pore galore, leaving readers without full context or specifics.
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