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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1893
Page
11
A garbled ad text praises Nichom & Co. as a dealer in buy sell and trade of real estate. It claims extensive reach within 50 miles, frequent advertiser presence, and ability to offer favorable terms and the best property holdings for purchasers. The passage reflects promotional rhetoric without clear factual details.
A political convention will meet at Albert Hall Monday March 27 at 7 10 p m for the purpose of selecting the city ticket. The meeting will designate delegates for the party effort with Butler as chair. The event focuses on organizing the Republican ticket and local party leadership.
Local politics show Mayor Dobbins declining to run due to private business. W Dickey and Dr Jo Marshall are named as possible Republican candidates, while Maryin Ferguson is likely the Democratic choice for mayor. Several others may seek the ticket, and both parties promise to field good candidates to guide the city’s growth.
The notice compiles dozens of properties in Michigan and nearby counties for sale or exchange. Includes farms, fruit lands, timber tracts, city lots, and mixed real estate with varied prices and terms. Also mentions local events, court notes, and community notices in Marshall and surrounding towns.
A Marshall banquet marked by a toast to Marys and public figures. Mr Joy’s oration on The Gly of Marshall drew praise, while Father Haart and Father Sadek added remarks amid lively street scenes and local commerce reports. Prof Barsby’s band delivered notable music as attendees expressed broad goodwill.
The life and lineage of Mrs Margaret Inger soll , wife of Hon Georgs Ingersoll, who departed this life on the 10th inst, is noted. She was the second daughter of Julie Ingersoll of Mounree County, Michigan, her elder sister having married Judge Riley Ingersoll. The piece outlines family connections including Nicoll Halsey and Emma Pelton, highlighting education and religious devotion shaping her later years.
The Bughee will case concluded Thursday by compromise with appellants Gertie Howe et al accepting 2700. This exceeds the will’s allowance and likely covers most contest costs. Other judgments include Hancock vs White for 1860.60, Granin vs Harrington 374.98, and Nichols vs Brokaw 0.06 plus costs. Melissa Harris sues James Harris for pay for work performed after living with him since 1886. The remainder notes citizens admitted and several minor criminal sentences in a local roll.
In Marshall a bold public dispute erupts over women's right to play baseball, led by Captain W S Smith of the female team and countered by Captain Grant vowing female supremacy on the diamond. The April 4 match at Eagle Opera House promises a decisive battle with thousands watching.
An extensive list offers farms and town properties for sale or exchange across Marshall and nearby townships. Items include 120 acre plus parcels near Newton and Battle Creek roads, 80 to 160 acre farms near Gaylord and Earlville, city lots and houses in Marshall, Burlington, Albion, and Eaton Rapids, plus various timber and timberland parcels in Michigan and Kansas. Several properties note cash or mortgage terms, with multiple mentions of livable buildings, orchards, and proximity to county lines.
The Talmadge Farm will be sold to the highest bidder at the premises on Monday March 5, 1893, at 10. The notice specifies the auction location and time for the property sale.
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