Calhoun County Faces Dry Prospect and Saloon Clash
A cautious countywide survey warns of looming danger as saloon interests push to maintain liquor licenses for two years, with critics predicting a march back to dryness. Battle Creek reports show profits for many license-holders, while officials debate the Warner-Cramton law and Sunday closing. The piece notes rising drunkenness and local option politics amid open saloon debate.
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Mor Foc
Tnice
Calhoun County
Battle Creek
Tome
Too Many Drinks for Union City
The Union City Register reports a rise in intoxication cases in Union City and nearby towns Burlington Athens and Sherwood, despite prohibition. It notes several inebriates returning to drinking after years abstinence, criticizes saloons, and says city officials have added an extra policeman and ordered arrests of drunken and disorderly persons under city ordinance with sheriff cooperation expected.
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Union City
Tekolsha
Burlington
Athens
Sherwood
Ittgeud
Burlington Township
Branch County
Saya
H. Lt. Jones
New Law Requires Township Financial Reports Publication
Michigan law now requires township boards to publish in a newspaper a complete itemized statement of receipts and expenditures before the April election. Copies must be circulated to voters on election day, with the financial report published in all township papers. The act imposes fines for noncompliance and aims to boost public awareness of township finances and spending.
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Michigan
Battle Creek Woman Attacked By Alleged Tramp
Mrs Albert Wher of Battle Creek refused food when a stranger demanded sustenance. The man struck her and ransacked the home before escaping east along the B F T M tracks. Constable Lucas and Deputy Sheriff Howsley pursued the suspect, described as a pugilist tramp, but he was not caught by nightfall.
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Albert Wher
Battle Creek
Tim
Wilber
Wher
Lucas
Howsley
Lee Township Denies Van Fleet Saloons Bond Hurdle
The Lee township board sets a $6000 bond, under Warner-Cramton law, blocking William Henry Van Fleet from obtaining a saloon permit near Lee Center. Board members Milbourn, Galusha, Gray, and Wool back the stance, aiming to thwart the local option effort.
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William Henry van Fleet
Lee
William
van Fleet
Lee Center
the Statesman
VanPleet
van Finet
Warner- Cramton
Lae Urat
B. Z. Milbourn
Sylvester Galusha
George Gray
Stanlay Wool
Lee Township
John McConnell Loses Hand in Battle Creek Shop Accident
John McConnell, a former employee of the D. F. & M. shops, lost his left hand at the Advance shops in Battle Creek while operating a machine yesterday. He had worked in Battle Creek for several months. He was taken to his boarding place and is said to be improving. McConnell carried a Home, Health and Accident policy and a claim was filed with agent H. Ward in this city.
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John McConnell
Battle Creek
McConnell
H. 3. Ward
Former Resident Dies Sudden in Vicksburg
W. G. Parkis, longtime county farm keeper and Marshall area resident, died suddenly in Vicksburg yesterday morning of indigestion. His remains will be brought to Marshall for burial on the 10 train tomorrow afternoon. Funeral services will be held at the grave led by Rev. Hartley. The article notes Parkis had a wide circle of friends in the Marshall vicinity.
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W. G. Parkis
Vicksburg
Parkis
Marshall
Oakridge
Br. Hartley
Uniform Rank Installation at K P Hall
Marshall Company No. 22 hosts Michigan brigade officers for a Uniform Rank ceremony at K P Hall. Captain M. G. Read and Captain A P Grohens lead a 22‑member Albion contingent in drills, inspections, and initiation, with plans to boost membership and recruit interested men.
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Castle Hall
Marshall Company
Michigan Brigade
Ky. P
Sen We OH
Leécomis
Grand Rapids
Col Sadkatt
Wéston
Albion
Appallo
Arbioh
Cattain M. G. Read
K.P. Hail
Captain Brown
Union City Company
Loomis
Reed
He. L.cronin
T M Teaymond
Carl Miller
John Br.smyth
W. A. Hyres
Fred G. Fish
Howard Groegback
H. Ward
H. D. Lansing
Armatad
Chas. CG. Day
Apl Grohens
Jas. P. Hughes
W. WF. Gratt
Sargeant
Amistad
Jan. B. Riddle
Treasurar
P. Mo. French
W. J. Clayborne
Albion Opens Postal Savings Bank In District 10 Area
Albion becomes the first city in its district to receive a postal savings bank. The service will operate within the post office, linked to money orders and registry, with deposits issued as certificates and two percent interest starting the month after investment. Children ten and older may deposit through a card banking system using penny stamps.
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Albion
Wriday
Larmiour
Smokler
Savings Bank
Postolice
Chicago
Larmour
Ofice
Postal Savings
Pesterighy
Merchases Saving Bank
Outbreak of Twig Blight Hits Central Michigan Orchards
Serious outbreaks of twig blight affect apple, pear, and quince trees across central Michigan with spread noted to other state parts. The disease starts at branch ends turning leaves brown and dry, with bark and branches dying if not cut below discoloration. Early removal may save some trees, spraying offers no relief.
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Lansing, Mich
Michigan
Holy 12 Celebration at Calhoun Fair Grounds
Marshall will celebrate on Wednesday July 22 with horse races bail games and sports. Secretary Scott announces a gala day to raise funds for track repairs and a sprinkling wagon. Admission is 25 cents for adults and 15 cents for children. A band will play and the program aims to be entertaining and well attended.
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Marshall
Scott
Calhoun Fair Association
Fair Ground
Citizens Telephone Rates Boost Planned
The Citizens Telephone Co will raise rates effective July 1 under the Giles law. Business line charges become 24 per annum, party service 19, single line 15, and country service 16. Local Manager O'Brien must implement a standard one-price system. Edith Leggett to receive a new automobile from H A Leggett of Marengo. a fairground celebration is planned July 12.
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Giles
Bach
Citizene
Chezens’ Company
O'Brien
Michigan Telephone Co
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