Parliamentary Screamers and Public Opinion Commentary
In a discussion with Wagener, the chancellor derides parliamentary screamers as noisy but inconsequential. He contrasts them with real public opinion formed by deep social convictions, noting historic assemblies in St Pauls Frankfurt and Erfurt were filled with capable orators yet eventually forgotten. The piece reflects on leadership and the muting of rhetoric by lasting national sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wagener
Napoleon I
National Assembly
St. Paul's
Frankfort
Union Parliaent
Erfurt
Bismarek
Do as you Please Fishing club elects officers
May 7 meeting of the Do as you Please Fishing club elected a full corps of officers with leap year ballots by ladies. Stephen B. Evans named chaplain assisted by Mrs A J Huggett and C M Ackerson to be the artist for the year. A. J. Huggett to preside over laundry, Henry Whitbeck cook, Perry Mayo to prepare a free silver speech for protection against fish wardens. W J Ury to handle wood and water and wait on table. Paul Pond found his grandfather pocket book with 371 in money and about 5200 in certificates. bank officials believe redemption is possible. Mrs J A Walkinshaw ill with neuralgia of the heart. L S will meet with Mrs EH HL Brown on May 14. Alya Norton visit from Marshall with L O I M baskets. DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve praised by A L Wooster for pile cure. Shiloh's Cure recommended by A O Hyde.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephen B. Evans
Bellovue
A.J. Huggett
A. J. Huggett
Henry Whitbeck
Perry Mayo
W. J. Urynnt
Whitbeck
G. A, Pond and Sons
Paul Pond
Commercial Bank
National Treasury
Walkinshaw
L. AS
EH. HL
Brown
Alya Norton
I. M
K. O
Marshall
Reorganize Land Discussed in Burlington Notes
Burlington May 7 brief items report Supervisor Wood taking the assessment and local events. Mentions Cregs and wife visiting, Engles family with his mother, high school flag, Masonic instruction at Battle Creek, tent meeting by Methodists starting June 6, a concert by Epworth League at the M E church, Calhoun County Battalion encampment planned, marriage of Harry L Barton and Olive Bowen, a note about Sitar Girand Rapide, and judges J C Holland and E J McPherson at an Athens school oratorical contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
Wood
H. G. Cregs
Gizard
Frank Engles
Stars and Stripes
Masonic School of Instruction
Battle Creek
Methodists
Epworth League
Calhoun County Batalli
Harry L. Barton
Olive Bowen
Kalamazoo
Mein Rons Phelps
J. C. Holland
E. J. McPherson
Athens
Residents' Weekend Travel and Social Notes
May 7 Eddy Moore and wife left for their home in California Friday they expected to stop over Sunday In Hammond. Quits a number from this pine¢g attended the funeral of Norma Hoffman. Della Blashfield gave a party to her little playmates last Saturday all had a pleasant time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eddy Moore
California
Hammond
Norma Hoffman
Della Blashfield
Ladies' Aid Meeting Scheduled for May 14 at Mrs Fish's
North Marenoga notes the Ladies' Aid society will meet with Mrs. C Kt Fish on Thursday afternoon May 14. An advertisement promotes Shilohs Catarrh Remedy and nasal injector for sale by A O Hyde, priced at 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Marenoga
Ladies’ Aid Society
C. Kt. Fish
Shiloh
A. O. Hyde
May 7 news item from Tekoushi area
Mrs Fred Aldrich visits her parents Mr and Mrs Brockway in Homer. E P Keep carries extensive repairs on Church street homes improving exterior locks and interior convenience. A W Morris and family of Shern visit friends. Rev Hayes of the Presbyterian church asked to preach the baccalaureate sermon Sunday evening June 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Hays
Presbyterian Church
Tekonsha
Lyon Lake
Pearl Failing
Royal Chapin
Lillie
Burlington
Fredonia
Elmer Bush
Willis Blue
Bert
Clarendon
Almanac of deaths and social notes from Albion
A list of residents who died in 1895 is given, with ages for each. Movements include Mr and Mrs Wilder visiting friends, Nettie Abel hosting young guests, and Mrs Lizzie Allen visiting Marshall. Advertisements urge Shiloh's Cure for consumption and Donn's Ointment for skin conditions with dealer availability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Wilder
Albion
James Upston
Stafford Crok
Chas, M. Hills
Wm. H. Kerr
Wm. R. VanOrthan
Sarah VanOrman
Elizabeth Cory
Chas. Sharp
Sarah Wheeler
Chester Dean
Chas R. Strong
Martha Hall
Nettie Abel
Jackson Avenue
Lizzie Allen
Marshall
Arbor Day Observed In District No 7 Marshall
Arbor Day activities featured school yard cleanup and flower beds with neighborhood ladies assisting. Mrs Augustus Lockwood donated a chandelier to the school as a memorial to her mother Mrs Pearl, prompting thanks from the district. The page also notes local notices and various community updates from Fredonia and nearby areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshall
Augustus Lockwood
Pearl
Mrs. Lockwood
Mrs Pearl
Local notes from Abacota and nearby towns May 7
May 7 reports show spring weather turning favorable for farming in Abacota Battle Creek and surrounding areas. Mentions of visitors Mabel Converse Amelia Swords and community events including a W C T U county convention and an Arbor Day school improvement. Births illnesses accidents and a runaway wagon incident are also noted.
A Mother Knows Some Thing At Breakfast Table Demand
A mother muses on why children beg for coffee at breakfast and the ease of serving a hot drink. The piece notes a natural craving for parents' meals and the simple, comforting habit of hot beverages at the morning table.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ons
Postum praised as healthier coffee substitute
A reader endorses Postum as a safe coffee alternative for families and children, noting its lack of coffee ill effects and claiming it improves well being within a week or ten days. The ad asserts Postum is made from wholesome grain and water, produced by Postum Cereal Co. of Battle Creek, Michigan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. W. Pierson
Stewart Ave
Chicago
Java
Postna Corea Co
Lim
Battle Creek
Mich
Also Mentioned on This Page
Jap Mattings
I. E
Cronin. Department Store
Hood
Hoods
Erelich Ii
BEDE
Sowe
Aurora
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Comis
A. L. Wooster
Osseo
DeWitt
Va. O. Hyde
George Gray
Frank Wetmore
Partello
H. Remaliec
Blanche Pratt
Chauncey Kibler
J. Woodmansee
Miss Taylor
Olivet College
Christ
Adam Reese
Mr. Miller
DeWitt's Coke & Intercure
A. O
Hyde
Wien
Marshall Township
R. DeYoung
Middleburg
Herford
W. GT. U
Calhoun W. T. U
J. W. Sloan
Homer
Norma Brown
Eaton Rapids
Phojy
Ludy
Clark Johnson
George F. White
Minnie Lusk
U. S
Albert Dickey
Christian Endeavor
Lena Lusk
Eilien Lusk
Belle McPherson
Frank Reid
Merrill Zimmerman
West Eckford
T. J. Shipp
Thos. Reid
Carrie Skinner
Mrs. Ball
Mks
Vv. Frost
Della Double
Tillotson
Treas
F. Reid
League
L. D. Sackett
Depepo
Fall
C. B Brooks
Wilderville
W. A. Powell
Mra. G. Tuller
Geo" Louise Hillay
Gqhoel
Calumet Baking Powder CO
Almazof Denison
Battle Creak
C. M. Denison
H. Kimball
South Union City
J. R. Eddy
Warren Baker
Mabel Converse
W. GC. T
U. Hall
Gale
Dickie
Hartwell
Warner Fall
Wartman
Misses Dickey
Church
Stokes
Warner
Hooth
Calvin Goodrich
Clarence Miller
Winterville
Stunday
Henry Hoyt
Parker
Lapeer
John Goodrich
D. Seeger
Ellis School
Lee and
Marengo
Glenn Carus
Carverville
Munn
Charlie Guiles
Levi Page
Perry Rogers
Lon Bennett
Matt Dadrick
Michigan Central
Magara Falls
O. W. Ruggles
Qifford
Fio Pal
Cincinnati, Jackson & Mackinad
Folly
Toledo
Jubile
Cincinnati
Rain
Montiel
Grand Rapids
Allegan van Wert
Ohio
T. G. M. Scrindler
Chicago & Grand Trunk
Creek
Trius
Batele Jews
Lanslog
Pacific Express
Atlantic Express
Ft. H
Nichols
A. E. McIntyre
Pass
Battle
Iene
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