Dobbins, Judge Smith in Brown will case and local notes
The Statesman reports Dobbins home from the west and Judge Smith denying a new trial in the Brown will case. Kalamazoo River flooding, lectures by Rev Frank Bristol, and updates on Arnold case, property liens, marriage news, dance events, and local incidents fill the page with court actions and community notices.
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Dobbins
Judge Smith
Brown
Kalamazoo River
Kalamazoo
Rob Ingerao
Katie Creek
Detroit
Kittenger
U.S
Camputel
Board of Supervisors
Arnold Verdict Reflects Community Split On Manslaughter Conviction
The Statesman reports a divided public reaction to Adam C. Arnold’s manslaughter verdict. Witness testimony and Arnold’s own words shaped the case while jurors weighed the harlot’s evidence against the deceased George Arnold. The defense and prosecution offered vigorous, contrasting arguments as Judge Smith’s charge preceded the six to three jury verdict of not guilty on the manslaughter count.
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Homer
Charles McCartln
Akeleton
Honahan & Co
Battle Creek
Arnold
Renard
Atla
Spain
Junto
Alleteu
Judie Staith
Supreme Court
Orsor
Clark
Clapp
America
Adam
Chorge Arnold
Arnold Block
Adam C. Arnold
Wile Meade
Mr. Clark
George Arnold
Kalamazoo
Barlota
Pimpe
Father
Ron
George
George Ardold
Dutalx
Effle Meade
Musara
Barkworth
Winogor
Winsor
Jackson
Tom Barkworth
Smith
Jean Dhau
Wes
Frank E. Smith
Christmas Matrimony and Holiday Gatherings In Local Town
The Christmas season brought multiple weddings and church services. Roscoe Hoag and Nellie J. Page wed at the Page home with Rev. Sidney Beckwith officiating. Guests included Mary A. Wooley and Lawrence HM. Page. Further services at the Presbyterian church featured solos by Gilkey and Gaus, and a fine Christmas anthem. Christmas Day hosted a large dinner at the Miller home with Detroit and Lansing visitors. The Rev. P. W. McRaynolds presided over a Christmastide marriage for Geo. C. and Rose Goodrich. The Statesman notes new residents at 126 West Hanover, an English seven-course dinner and festive games at Harry Chapman’s, and a unique Christmas gathering at Galen Avery’s with extensive family attendance. St Mary’s church opened with impressive morning services and a large children’s chorus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Page
Roscoe Hoag
J.& M. Toaster Meshanieta
Nellie J. Page
Sidney Beckwith
Mary A. Wooley
Detroit
Lawrence HM. Page
Charles Miller
W.8
Maroan
D. Holbrook
Lansing
Olivet
Con¢is
Lee
Partetlo
Rica Creek
Marengo
Ww. McRaynolds
Geo
Johnavo
MC. R. R
Rose Goodrich Bavane Wan
Ray
McRaynolds
Johnson
West Hanover Street
Harry Chapman
Thamselves
Galen Avery
Sugascan
St. Mary’s Church
Arnold Remains Stoic Amid Jury Verdict Controversy
In Calhoun county, Arnold did not break down after a verdict. only a tremulous “Oh my God” was heard. Tom Barkworth condemned the jury as outrageous and warned that convicting on weak evidence endangers residents. Judge Smith appeared calm, praising the jury as among the best, and discharged them with thanks as the courtroom reflected on the decision.
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Arnold
Tom Barkworth
Smith
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O'Keefe & CO
the Statesman
Hattie Brewster
Arthur Jandail
Thompson
Supt
Joy
Wm. Gannon
Tonsa
Tha Chronicle
Lon Prentice
HH. Southworth
Yoonrgsléra
New Yours
Squire Morrill
D. Db. Buck
Geome Battle Creek
A. Arnold
Thomas E. Barkworth
County Register
T.¥. Robinson
Union City
Michigan
Laura Connell
Padduck
LaMonte
North Dakota
Adan
Christman
Myron Ryder of
Marshall
Edith L. Hall
Boston
Ryder
Cty
Ladies
Martin's
Frank Briatol
Opera Dovise
Frank Forbes
Grand Ledge
Jackeson
Charlotte
Orben
Forbes
Washington Market
A.C
Cox, Sr
State
Royal
U.S. Gov't Report
Rendaret
Trinity Church
Mra. Gallup
Micael Boalay
Mitheridge
Geer
Philip
Thome
Miss Bosley
Hattie Wood
K. A. Grant
E. Bosley
Havana
Namn
M. BE
M.D. Avery
Toledo
Ohio
Galan Avery
State Street
Dock Hinkle
Dork
Babion
V. C. Wattles
Mrr
Arca Robinson
Mra
W. Dickey
Christmnag
James A. Way
Mre
J.C. Frick
W. J. Dibble
Key
Sidney Beckwich
W. Davia
Harold Davis
WL. Henderson
Hely
Madera
U. of M
Starr K. Church
Gregg
Brownell
Child
Sugkate
Henry Seymour
Chicago
Lila City
H. C. Haskell
N.J. Howe
Delphoa
Eva Watson
Andrew Watson
Wilson
George Wilson
Marcellus
Mary Southworth
Woodlawn Park
Marshall Feranda
A. D. Hyde
James D. Hyde
Presbyterian Church
M.s. Keefe
Hamilton
Frank T. Dickey
Hans Dickey
W.H
Senator Schuyler
Mr. Greene
B.S. Garwood
Ming Obenauer
Ann Arbor
F. W. Dickey
Dickey
Mary
Helen Dickey
A. G. Dickey
George Logersoll
Christus
Low Bauer
Grand Haplds
Bowie
Georgian Smythe
Traverse City
May Marcin
Bayton Harbour
Brewer
M. B Brawer
Ell. Mingus
Sarah Hat Iy
U.S. Clothing House
Kouthworktil
Prop
Cohees Co
Bourke
Garner
State and
Eagle Streets
New York
Beewan
Wapo W. T. Pairs
Cashier
M.s.o'kierz
G.peraxer
Y. E
Tsi Gy
Pasnosa
Chose
J. Wiganan
Skog
Fitate Street
Childres
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