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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1901
Page
1
A sparing exchange between Johnny Yank and Johnny Reb reflects comradery after conflict. The speakers praise honesty and courage, note shared blood kin, and envision reconciliation. The piece ends with Joe Lingolin credited.
In Battle Creek circuit court this week the People v Perry case ended with a guilty verdict after a long jury deliberation from Wednesday afternoon to near midnight. Edith Perry, described as a seventeen year old girl, faced the jury amid sensational local anticipation. The trial also noted Ida Hoekstra v Phelps Sanatorium and John Adams v Joseph Ott still progressing, with Ott's case appealing from Homer Justice Court and demanding a jury.
Preparations are underway for Marshall high school alumni to meet Saturday evening June 2. Mrs. H J Coleman is banquet chair, with C E Gauss in charge of music, C Calkins and Miss Gertrude Smith in charge of literature, and Mrs V A Lepper on decorations. The event is expected to be a highly enjoyable homecoming. Snyder offers a sale on bedroom sets at 1250.
Memorial Day observances ordered by Chief Marshal Cuzzins with services at Presbyterian Church at four, G A R escort to St Marys Cemetery, and parade to Eagle opera house for program including music, talks by Rev Hamilton and Mayor, and a reading of Gettysburg speech. Veterans groups to assemble at G A R hall Thursday at 9:30 a.m. to escort flower wagon and young ladies.
The Kalamazoo River Athletic Association hosts its second annual meet in Kalamazoo with Battle Creek and Marshall high schools. Interscholastic rules apply and schools may enter up to three men per event and six events each, with points awarded to schools.
Week commencing Monday May 27 lists estate matters for Augustus A Doolittle Nancy Ron Smith Ira Foster Jasper Eldred Noel Rice William K Coleman and George D Smith. Includes final accounts hearings guardianship appointments and claim deadlines with a legal holiday noted.
The Elfin Jubilee will be presented this evening under G. A. Ay slag vita Jomtien. The program features many dances, including several first time performances in the city. The juvenile talents have prepared carefully, promising a unique and entertaining show for Be riee teeate.
The July Carnival executive committee named staff and outlined plans for a gigantic three day event. A colorful program includes a flower parade, Mardi Gras spectacle, and a glistening processional with a Knights of Pythias escort. Numerous committees led by F A Stuart and John W Fletcher coordinate receptions, transportation, and entertainment with bold expectations for public edification.
Mrs J P Glenn writes of the Jacksonville fire that devastated a large portion of the city including the central area and many homes. She notes loss of keepsakes, urges donations be sent to the Jacksonville Relief Association or trusted individuals, and describes poor relief access due to red tape while praising generous nationwide response.
Hardware store advertises pure linseed oil for 60 cents per gallon challenging rivals. Customers urged to visit Bostoney's Hardware to verify price before painting projects.
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