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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1896
Page
2
An old publication notice from The Statesman Marshall Michigan requests readers to submit news by Wednesday noon and notes subscription rates for a year in advance and not in advance. It promotes job printing facilities and asks readers to report missed issues to Patty at 235 State Street.
Chauncey Depew tours California with high praise and sharp observations. He envisions irrigation led settlement and a booming economy while critics cite outdated views and questions about his influence on California and national policy. The piece also notes reactions to De Grimm's portraits of public figures and reflects on the broader press coverage of railroads and politics.
A curious London society, the Anti dress League, pledges two new gowns for the season one for evening and one for street wear. It critiques fashion excess, noting grotesque hats and gowns while praising restraint. The piece also notes Boston’s Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company plans a July visit to London with a grand banquet and uniforms. It highlights expectations for the Transsiberian Railway’s completion and Siberia’s riches, contrasting political acts with fortune seeking.
The 1896 Ohio legislature passes laws targeting lynching and theatrical headwear while replacing hanging with electric death for murderers. The measures aim to curb mobs and redefine capital punishment, reflecting era reform trends amid chaotic wartime sentiment.
The piece reviews Karl Blind's arguments from The North American Review on Britain's suzerainty claim over the Transvaal. It notes Blind's role on the Transvaal independence committee, his defense of Boer independence, and his claim that the 1884 treaty lacks suzerainty. He also criticizes Cecil Rhodes for the broader crisis and argues forceful seizure would rival blotting Switzerland from nations.
Territorial plans to run a public highway over the Poe cottage in Fordham spark outrage as vandals would dissect the historic site. The piece calls for preserving the house as a park and laments civic thick skinnedness. It notes Niagara Falls power plans and criticizes the Spanish generals in the Cuban struggle, blaming Weyler and his troops for incompetence.
An article notes Emperor William’s urging of Italian army reforms and suggests he should have studied Italian military and civilian practices first. It contends Italian forces suffer from underfunded horses and degraded soldier clothing, and claims Italians could teach Germany harsh economics that would surprise William.
April 25 to 28 reports show the Senate finishing largely formal debate on the sundry civil appropriation bill with adjournment shifted to today. Discussion centers on Venezuelan commission funds, Confederate pensions, and naval appropriation questions amid tariff and district matters. The House and Senate also address pension expansions and legal notices, while campaign rhetoric about treasury deficits colors the session.
The Mikado is described as the religious head and hereditary ruler of Japan, the ancient lineage dating back over 2,500 years to 660 B.C. The article notes the Mikado’s place as the 122nd in line and compares it to legendary figures and major religions. The text also advertises medical remedies such as Karl's Clover Root Tea and Shiloh's Cure, with sales by A. Q. Hyde.
In Fort Suins Arkansas the defendants Lucky Davis Louis Davia Rufus Bush Mamoj July Sun Sampoon and Bo Witkey were sentenced in federal court to be hanged on Wednesday July 1 for crimes against women in the acting territory. Davia is B Regt Wilkey white and the others are Iodiang.
From the Journal Detroit a grateful mother recounts her daughter Mandie’s three year illness and recovery after using Dr Williams Pink Pills. The firm notes dramatic improvements from the pills including regained appetite energy and the ability to ride a bicycle and play piano.
From the Evening Times at Bugata, two accounts praise Dr Williams' Pink Pills for neuralgia relief. Mrs Polinski reports months without headaches after trying the remedy, while others including Dr Williams' advocates cite broad benefits for nervous and circulatory conditions. Claims cover anemia, fatigue, and general weakness, with widespread testimonials and drugstore endorsements.
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