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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1911
Page
4
Aimed at youth development through poultry keeping, the piece argues boys and girls gain self discipline, cleanliness, regular habits, and financial foresight by managing a poultry yard. It highlights practical lessons in feeding, welfare, construction, and business skills while stressing steady routines and community benefits.
An article notes that poultry keeping is a practical occupation with small start up costs and high returns, highlighting a young man who after years of trial earns success by rearing fancy birds of pure strains. In February he sold over fifty dollars worth of fancy pullets and eggs for hatching, underscoring opportunity in this field.
A column extols women as fearless protectors in burglaries. It recalls episodes where matronly heroines wake to intruders, wield water pitchers and revolvers, and subdue thieves with quick thinking. The piece mocks male burglars and urges caution.
The piece argues that urban workers increasingly seek rural life and independence as city crowds strain daily life. It notes rising respect for farming as a profession, students returning to agriculture, and government and rail interests promoting farm life through colleges, reclamation services, and agricultural programs. It warns of creditors and praises practical work over urban comforts.
Probate Court with Judge Porter schedules next week hearings for estates including Luce Carpenter Corliss Cutp and Austin Mumbrue. Appointments include administrators guardians and final accounts. sales of real estate, claims, incompetents, and licenses to sell are noted for several deceased individuals.
Classified item announces direct sale of underwear and hosiery from factory to men women and children in Grand Rapids Michigan. Indicates prompt writing by a company named Grand Rapids Wearingwear Co and invites inquiries.
Mrs. Dell Eyre and Raymond Eyre attended the funeral for Henry Pettingill in Battle Creek Sunday. Henry Webster 13 recovering from illness. George Harris moved near Battle Creek renting a farm. Cecil Eyre of Ypsilanti visited parents over Sunday. Mamie Schwark visited Sylvia Metzger Saturday and Sunday. Ray Fanning and family spent Sunday with MroGale in Battle Creek. Local notices of advertising relate to local-option matters.
Marshall Michigan March 16 1974 charter election notice to electors of the city of Marshall. Voters will choose mayor recorder treasurer supreme court justice county officers and ward supervisors and other city officials. Also state and county constitutional amendments including primary school funding and liquor prohibition questions with polling places and hours specified.
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