Santa Claus Comes to Marshall in Christmas Programs
Santa plans to distribute gifts in Marshall with early visits and church and Sunday school programs. Presbyterian, Baptist, Methodist, and Christian church services feature recitations, music, and nativity themes. Public invited to 7 p.m. Christmas Eve events. no personal gifts accepted. Santa and school acts are highlighted with multi-church celebrations and a St Mary’s Christmas tree events across town.
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Old Santa
Marshall
Alread
Maraball
Presbyterian
Baptist Sunday School
Benool
Hazel Brakel
Messie
Bants Claun
Lloyd Hughes
Hanelle Bolo
Jane Banta
Banta Claus
Grandmother Grey
A Faley
St. Nick
Mina Carria
Estess Charen Murdock
Mies Millers Clana
Frackle Brewater
Infant Clase
Louis Miller
Tylou
Jeane
Ursqiins
Florence Sheckcoml
Mieses Psilison Pisg
Eeely
Dorothea
Roy
Sae
Harry Miller
Freeman Pattison
Santa Cleus
Culverville
Garfield
Lee
St Mary's Church
High Morse
St. Mary’s Academy
Baart
Mains Case Dismissed for Insufficient Evidence
The People v Charles BR Mains for embezzlement was dismissed in Battle Creek on Tuesday on motion by Prosecuting Attorney Hatch. The case faced several adjournments with no incriminating evidence produced. Mains conducted his own defense and avoided a conviction, motion to quash previously denied.
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The
People
Charles BR. Mains
Justice Bidwell
Battle Creek
Hatch
Hate
Mavns
Catholic Manual Benefit Association Elects Officers
OM B A held their annual election at last Thursday evening after a Catholic Manual Benefit meal.
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Catholic Manual Benefit Anastion
Death of Little Girl in Battle Creek Fire
Sensis Bean, daughter of Mr and Mrs Bean of Battle Creek, was severely burned Sunday afternoon when sparks from a grate ignited her clothing. She died soon after from her injuries despite medical aid. Her mother Mrs Beach, who also suffered burns, failed to reach her in time. The accident distressed the neighborhood and the funeral was held privately Tuesday.
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Mra
Bean
Battle Creek
Balug
Died by His Own Hand in Clarence Residence
John Kack of Clarence killed himself Monday night by poison. Neighbor John Gortrite found the locked house Tuesday morning and, after forcing entry, discovered Kack in boat clothes on the bed with a shaved face. A coroner's jury ruled death by self-inflicted poison amid troubled family relations and unpaid debts.
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John Kack
Clarence
John Gortrite
Keokwee
Remains of Harriet A Gallup Laid to Rest
The remains of Mrs. Harriet A Gallup mother of Dr. L D Gallup were buried in Marshall after dying in St Louis Missouri. She passed away Thursday morning at age 60 years following a lingering illness. The funeral was held at H B Winsor residence with Rev Walton officiating. Survived by two sisters and two brothers L E Gallup of Marshall and C B Gallup in New York state.
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Harriet A, Gallup
L. D. Gallup
Marshall
H. BE. Winsor
Walton
Eistera
L. E.gallup
C. B. Gallup
New York State
Pardon for Cotie Highlights Governor’s Clemency Policy
Last week Governor L P ingree pardoned Fred Cotie who was sent from this county to Lome prison in July 1698 for five years after being convicted with a partner named Reedy of burglary. Cotie’s co defendant carried his case to the supreme court where the circuit verdict was reversed. The governor said Cotie had no money for appeal and, though evidence was weaker, he suffered while his partner remained free, reflecting the governor’s pardoning stance.
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Lpingree
Fred Cotie
Lome
Cotis
Reedy
Supreme Court
Cotie
Annual election of Tribe of Ben Hur officers
At the Marshall Court No. 23 meeting on Wednesday, officers for the ensuing year were elected: Chief James Carroll, Judge Mrs. Grady, Teacher Mrs. Mattie Bliss, Scribe F. J. Potter, Keeper of Tribute John M. Smith, Captain George Rowley, Guide Wm Kobler, Keeper of Inner Gate Migs Nellia Hepat eeper, Keeper of Outer Gate Charles Sherman.
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Marshall Court
Ben Hur
James Carroll
Grady
Mattie Bliss
F. J. Potter
John M. Smith
George Rowley
Wm. Kobler
Inner Gate
Migs Nellia Hepateeper
Outer Gate
Charles Shernan
Local Marshall business partners move to Wisconsin
Mr Hughes, long affiliated with Marshall’s midrow business, will leave for Wisconsin with his partner Amatatzia. The new firm will include Good, a Chicago School of Embalming graduate, and the pair are said to bring strong credentials. The Hughes family will stay in Marshall until February 1.
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Ohiko Parker
Amstate
Woodter
Ohio
Hughes
Marshall
Wisconsin
Amatatzia
Good Ia
Chicago School of Embalming
Senate Defeats Use of Its Chamber in Tax Bill Clash
The Senate rejected use of its chamber for a Garovnsal debate and indefinitely postponed Governor Pingred's equal taxation bill by a 12 to 10 vote. The measure intended to curb corporate power provoked a partisan backlash and intensified pressure on the governor.
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Pingred
A Brilliant Wedding at the Porter Home
The Miller-Porter nuptials were celebrated last evening at the North Eagle Street home of Ms. and H. Porter. Berenice Miller became Mrs. George Henry Miller in a brilliant Marshall society event with a decorated library setting and Lohengrin strains as the couple joined on the steps to wed.
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Miller-Porter
H. Porter
North Eagle Street
Berenice
George Henry Miller
Mra
H. A. Miller
Marshall
Angela
al Pelle Crosaman
Mere
George Tay
Special Sunday Service Concert at Presbyterian Church
A Sunday evening program at the Presbyterian church offers a special character with a sacred concert by the male quartet, assisted by organist L S Joy and violinist Mrs Cyril B Smith. The carefully selected program promises one of the finest performances by home talent.
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Presbyterian Church
L. S. Joy
Cyril B. Smith
University Extension Lectures Set by Prof. Moulton
Marshall citizens are urged to attend University Extension lectures by Prof. R G Moulton starting Monday January 7 under Marshall’s auspices. Moulton, famed for extending such methods, promises edifying talks on literary subjects. The Detroit News notes strong local interest and broad attendance at recent sessions.
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Marshall
Alx University
R. G. Moulton
Marshall Vanter
Moulton
England
Detroit News
Church of Our Father
G. Moulton
University of Chicago
Genie
Osford Paver
London
Governor's Bill Fails In Senate Indefinitely Postponed
A tense political clash leaves the governor’s measure blocked as the lower house refused full adoption and sent it to the Senate for patching. After brief discussion the Senate postponed the bill, shifting the fate to the next legislature amid speculation of fair treatment.
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Senate
Usi
Trig
Detroit Free Press
Capitol
Aldo
Grange approves reforms and installs leaders in Michigan
The Michigan State Grange closed its session in Lansing with new officers installed. George B. Horton of Fruit Ridge was re elected Grand Master for the fifth time. The secretary reported nearly 25 000 members with a year’s receipts of 10 692 and disbursements of 6 700 leaving 8 786 in treasury. Delegates favored free rural mail delivery postal savings banks direct election of US senators and other reforms. Members urged Torrens land titles tax cuts real estate assessment reductions and limits on hunting and quail. Executive committee members named include Thomas Mars M B Palmer M T Cole and H J Moore.
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Michigan State Grange
Lansing
George B. Horton
Fruit Ridge
Mich
Towar
BH. A. Strong
Vicksburg
National Grange
United Astates
Nic-aragua
Agricultural College
Woman's Department
Grange
Thomas Mars
Berrien Springs
A. &. Palmer
Kalkaske
M. T. Cole
Palmers
H. J. Moore
Hillsdale
Governor Pingrea's Farewell Banquet A Bust at State House
The farewell banquet for Governor Pingrea, honoring the legislature, supreme court, and railroad magnates, drew about 150 attendees of about 200 invited. Guests of note were scarce, included four senators and many clerks, while the cloked ball and wine room showcased extravagance amid disapproval of Pingrea's closing hours in office.
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Pingrea
Supreme Court
State House
Bizz Excellency
Bourse
Michigan
Ping
New Maccabee Badge Designed by Executive Committee
The Knights of the Maccabees executive committee designs a new official badge for members. The oxydized silver insignia features the order’s emblems, with K O T M letters, a hinged central pendant showing the temple, and the motto Astra Castra Nomen Lumen encircled by leaves.
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Knights of the Maccabees
Grand Rapids
K. O
T. M
Maccabee Temple
Variegna
Ichigun
State Board Moves Toward Prosecution Over Medical Regulation
Fragment describes the state board of medical registration preparing to prosecute over compliance delays. It states the board will act if physicians fail to comply, signaling strict enforcement.
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State Board of Medical Registration
Damages Sought After Embezzlement Case Sequel
Charles R. Mains sues for 50000 dollars in circuit court alleging false imprisonment and malicious prosecution following a dismissed embezzlement charge in Justice Bidwell’s court in Battle Crash. Named defendants are Walter B. Powers Benjamin Morgan Justice Bidwell and Deputy Sheriff Elliott amid questions of Mains mental state.
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Bidwell
Charles R. Mains
Benjamin Morgan
Justice Bidwell
Elliott
Mains
Mavis
_CHANGED HANDS Real Estate Transfers in Battle Creek and Marshall_
Over the past week Wilford E Willison transfers to Ella B Willison Lot 4 Rowmet Park Battle Creek 81000 Fred and Ora M Wells to Thomas E Gillikeson Grove Street and Upton lots 500 in Battle Creek Abram C Wisner to Joseph W Bryce Lot No 2 Welch s add Battle Creek 276 Jobo Chatfin by ex to Victor Bailey Lot 36 Cummings 2nd add Battle Creek 3500 Melvin M Drake to Florence Albart son Part of Lot 4 blk Athens 8400 Lucy J Boam to Carlton L Clark Part of Lots 1 and 3 blk 35 West of Monroe Street Marshall 600 Lydia A Rite adm to George B Palmer Lots and 3 blk 75 Albion 116 Chase Tower et al to Walter R Ellis 14 acres Sections 19 and 20 Fre nal weet William Spillane to John Spooner Part of Lot 1 Motts add Battle Creek Brooklyn area note R Mexd to North Sn Strong Lot Welch s add Battle Creek 8400 Beatrice M Babbitt to David Slater 10 acres Sec 23 Marshall 83500
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Ron
Wilford E. Willison
Ella B. Willison
Rowmett Park
Battle Creek
Fred
Ora M. Wells
Thomas E. Gillikeson
Grove Street
Upton
Cummings
Melvin M Drake
Florence Albartson
Athens
Lucy J Boam
Carlton L Clark
Monroa Atreat
Marshall
Lydia A Rite
Adm
George B Palmer
Albion
Chase Tower
Et al
Walter R Ellis
William Spillane
John Spooner
Mott's
Welch
Beatrice M Babbitt
David Slater
Michigan Board Certifies State Vote Totals for Presidential Ticket
The state board of canvassers finished Saturday and certified Michigan results. McKinley leads with 316,269 votes while Bryan receives 201,485 and Bliss trails. Maybury totals 223,208. In the Third District, Washington Gardner has 25,808 against opponent W. D. Williams with 21,368.
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Michigan
Wm. McKinley
WJ. Bevan
Aaron T. Bliss Raok
Maybury
Washington Gardner
Bet
Bile
D. Williams
Farm for Sale by Dr Smiley Estate in Michigan
For sale is the Dr James F Smiley farm of 100 acres in the northwest part of Marengo Calhoun county Michigan forty acres in section six and sixty acres in section seven. The farm is first class and nearly all under the plow with good buildings and water. It must be sold to close out the estate. For terms and particulars apply to Dr George H Greene Executor Marshall Michigan 21-28
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James F. Smiley
Marengo
Calhoun County
Mich
Dr. Smiley
George H. Greene
Marshall
Local Man Treated Leg Sore With Salve Cure
Thackerville resident B D Blanton paid doctors over 33 dollars in two years for a running leg sore. They wanted to cut it off, but he cured it with one box of Baden's Africa Salve. The ad also promotes a pharmacist H J Hyde offering various meats and products at Cox's pork shop.
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Pauly Dear
B.D. Blanton
Thackerville
Tex
Baden
H. J. Hyde
Auction sale of Hoffman brothers farm assets
Auction to liquidate farm holdings on January 2, 1901 at 33 1/3 miles south of Lyon Lake Church on the Marshall and Coldwater road. Items include 8 horses or bores, 3 head of cattle, 13 1400 bushels corn, hay and fodder, farming tools, and holiday goods at Miss K E Billings.
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Hoffman Brothers
Lyon Lake
Marshall and Coldwater Road
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Rage
Jassin Porter
Wayne Cssper
Eden B. Stuart
Wmatronus of Honor
Bertha Smith
Marjorie Geer
Annabel Frink
Mrs. Miller
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Miss K.E
Billings
Mogs
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