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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1892
Page
12
The text outlines reciprocal trade concepts, duties suspended for specific commodities like sugar molasses coffee tea and hides, and the president's power to suspend free import provisions by proclamation. It argues reciprocity benefits U S farmers and manufacturers and notes frontier settlements with several republics and colonies under consideration.
The Lansing Republican urges strong use of local and state party papers to mobilize voters, increase circulation, and influence Republicans to rally support. General Palmer of the Grand Army of the Republic comments on Confederate flag displays and processions, stressing caution in public displays and alignment with national government policies.
The article reviews tariff politics and trade data for 1841, noting lower average duties yet larger free imports, with imports at 629,812,046 and exports at 270,000,28% and a trade balance of 142,193,036 in favor of foreign nations. It also previews historical and literary discussions in The Popular Belief Monthly and Harper’s Magazine, including Lincoln ancestry features and exhibitions connected to the Chicago Exposition.
The Rice Creek Milling Co. reports a new steam-powered setup restored to full operation. Their mill is again running daily, ready to furnish flour and feed or perform custom grinding at all hours. Patrons are invited to call and inspect the facility.
A veterinary science note from A. Dean states he has moved to 110 Green Street West behind Udell Broad implementory. Patrons are advised to inquire with the night police chief for access.
A damaged, fragmentary letter column shows the Marshals Woman's Christian Temperance Union offering space for readers to express opinions. The editor is appointed with control limited only by excluding political content. readers are invited to send communications to Birs. 0. B. Rowley.
A peculiar naval concept features India rubber armored ships with seven-foot thick rubber skins, a 600-foot telegraphed tower, and a turreted rear with destructive guns. A colonel explains elastic armor could repel cannon fire and launch a fleet of rubber clad ironclads, the topic born from a Chicago inspiration that haunted a promoter. The tale comes from the New York Herald report of a promoter’s vivid pitch and dramatic illustrations.
Chicago Times recalls Adelaide Neilson's dramatic curtain tears during Romeo and Juliet. Reporter Jack Barnesto recounts sharing the stage with Neilson, how her emotional performance stained his pale blue satin costume, and how real tears altered the wardrobe across the season.
The New York Telegram notes that modern dyestuff manufacture has expanded remarkably in Germany, with plants employing about 1,900 workers plus foremen engineers clerks and chemists. The works cover 738000 square yards with 3900 feet of distance across. Annual output includes 231,080,000 kilograms of sulfuric acid 12,300,000 of other acids and 8,834,000 of coal tar products.
A fragment notes an eccentric display by Mr Spurgeon. The text hints at a humorous anecdote collection and a possible sale or exhibit event. Details are sparse, with uncertain spelling and names, but the reference suggests local entertainment or curiosities.
The New York Sun reports on lapsed life insurance policies and reinstatement. It notes that renewals depend on officials discretion, not firm rules, and that delinquent policyholders often are not notified. Financial trouble and health both affect reinstatement, with contrast between two cases and limited fraud risk.
A portrait of Professor Sophocles a Harvard figure famed for his care of chickens and a beloved cat. He formed a bond with bantam eggs hatched into small birds named Frank and Nina and raised a loyal flock that followed his hand. He refused chicken broth, saying he would not eat what he loves, even in illness.
A historical note explains minor binding contracts, focusing on necessaries and marriage as enforceable against guardians. It discusses that a child may purchase articles only with parental permission or if items are necessary and the child is in need, while running away can strip a minor of this protection.
A Boston suburb matron visits Mr Whittier with her three daughters to renew a family ritual of poets bestowing a kiss. The mother recalls Longfellow once kissed her daughters, prompting Whittier to charm the girls similarly. The scene reflects literary custom and public affection for poets.
M. Claretto describes Le Sage as Breton in all traits from birth to death. He notes pride independence probity tenacity and obstinacy and adds superstition as a lasting mark of his character.
The Musicians' Guide new edition contains 212 pages of music information biographies of 150 musicians with portraits teachers guide and three new songs My Kathleen's Come Young Back Last Night and That Is Low plus two piano pieces Sounds from the Ballroom and Stolen Kisses. Mailed for eight two cent stamps or the World and Guide showing nine pages and pieces mailed for twelve two-cent stamps. The Brainard's Home Co Chicago issues and subscription notices advertise looking for energetic agents and agents in towns to represent the publication with free bank copy. Subscriptions to Boy Imagining on paper available through L Albaugh post office at low rates due to influenza sale.
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