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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1911
Page
4
A notice to subscribers explains a rate increase due to postal department rulings. It states subscriptions must be paid in advance, with a one year rate of 2.09 dollars and a new payment requirement to reflect the change. The message uses archaic spelling and confirms a revised billing method.
The piece argues that law has long been used to justify abuses by rulers and monopolies. It cites Charles I ship money, Mansfield on colonial penalties, slavery laws, and trusts to illustrate how legal justifications shield power. It laments current courts following past maxims and urges readjustment to protect justice over technical precedent.
A Shaushsi correspondent notes a rising anti cigarette movement in China where cigarette use soars among 400 million, with over half of smokers being young. The piece urges decisive action, compares global repression efforts, and laments waning prayer meetings amid industrial struggles.
A sprawling, opinionated column notes rising prices and economic tensions as winters bite. It cites steel price talk, the coal trust, and food adulteration concerns linked to Dr. Wiley. The piece hints at presidential ambitions and hints Roosevelt’s stance amid national strain.
Eastern Michigan Edison plans a five story office building at Ann Arbor with spring start. A Michigan woman dies from jaw abscess following a tooth extraction. Telephonic dispatching on Pere Marquette’s Ludington division is now in use. Bud Haley is the first Isabella county man to suffer a corn shredder accident, losing his right hand. A Harbor Beach man dies from injuries after a 40 foot fall from a barn roof. A Corunna Ont woman, Anna Peter, disappears after leaving a grocery. Sheriff Parkhurst expects to find a body in the Flint river. Boy Scouts plan a two hour relay from Michigan Avenue Baptist to Fuego Bay City. McInnisre case, embezzlement charge dropped. release ordered. John Keating and Mrs. Harry Ketcham held on statutory charges. husband seeks $5000 for alienation. Potatoes remain strong. prices around 75 cents expected through winter. Genesee circuit court verdict upheld awarding Mrs. Frances Stolz $5800 against Grand Trunk after a wreck caused by a broken culvert. Solomon Cook seeks to see his daughter Lillian Way, possibly in Lansing, police trace continues.
A fragmented ad copy promotes Lambert Peanut Butter with claims of a high standard of taste and quality. The text references pricing at 13 cans per pound and includes garbled branding phrases suggesting a promotional message.
Society items report meetings and entertainments including the Hoodlebug club gathering Miss Nettie Somers and Mrs Wheeler returning from Sturgis guests of Albion Chapter Friday Besyers and Social Neighbors meetings. Five hundred games at Baark Hall with prizes won by Mrs Raub and Mr Dana. K of P party tomorrow with a 20 minute start time and prizes. Fortnightly club hosted by Mr. and Mrs Albough with five hundred high score winners. Opening ball at Athelstan club in Battle Creek with Fischer's Kalamazoo orchestra and a grand dress fair. Marriage of Miss Gelen Walton and Mackin son Bishop noted with Sturgis Dowssiac ceremony assisted by Fischer's orchestra.
The Howe Military School choir performed as the bride wore white with a princess lace train and orange blossoms. Miss Mary Bishop acted as maid of honor with bridesmaids Velda Cond and Helen Stanton of Elkhart. Groom Jerry Bishop’s best man was Lyle J. Jones. ushers included Edwin Olwen and Charles Broderick. Reception at the Pendleton home followed the church ceremony. couple to Egypt in January for a short wedding trip. Out of town guests included Mrs. C. Gorham and Mrs. Wheeler.
George Blackstone Irving, famed municipal spotter, touts a plan for Charlotte Michigan to raise about 25000 by circulating notes secured by bank deposits. A committee would collect notes from residents to fund loans to new industries, with repayment through a term loan. Mayor Shepherd endorses the idea as the best yet for the city to attract growth.
The piece argues for a county auditor and monthly bill filing to curb waste. It contends hundreds of wasteful payments exist, and a $3600 county employee or auditor could save substantial funds by prompt examination of bills with the auditing committee.
An ambiguous proposal discusses living arrangements and hedges with unclear goals. The plan references feather beds and promotional ideas but lacks concrete details or feasible actions.
Miss Minnie Morgan and Glee Dunn wed quietly at Sam moroo iatently and live at the Dunn home in Sonoma. Mr. and Mrs. Dunn Jr. moved in with Chas. Andrews and wife. Miss Nina Parker and Gale Aldrich wed Sunday Oct 2 by Rev. Morse of Climax. attended by Mr. and Mrs. Jessa Grover. wedding supper at the tribe's home. Reby Hunt received a surprise party from friends and schoolmates Friday evening. Joseph Frey and daughter of Los Angeles visited relatives nearby. Mabel and Santo Aldrich of Bathe Creek were guests of Mrs. Mabel Parker. H. W. met at the church Thursday. Mrs. Edith Yiefman to give a recital under grange on Wednesday evening Nov 24 at grange ball. Stanley and Mrs. Mabel Parker entertained a brother from the nerca. W. Sprague made a business trip to Chicago recently. Grace Petergou and Mrs. Nettie Porter attended a small birthday party at the hotel of the former. Mrs. Alden Sutin and AWithson are staying with her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Merton Ashdon entertaining a little son. Mr. and Mrs. Ira Halsted have a daughter.
Local items from South Emmet and nearby towns recount gatherings at Mrs. Dell Eyre and Mrs. Charley Eyre events. Numerous visits include Mr and Mrs Charley Eyre, George Harzier, Kate Brorton, Zola Gott, Mamie Schwark, and Grace Bock. Travelers from Newton Battle Creek Marshall and California are noted with family connections in ongoing social rounds.
North Marshall notes Hart Van Arman of Battle Creek spent Friday night with his brother Fred. Frances Bentley and Gearzs Haller attended the teachers' institute in Detroit and visited Willis Bentley. Fred Van Arman and family visited Marshall relatives Sunday. Rey Lamghier and family of Tolba spent Sunday with L. Lamphier and wife. Peter Pierce and family of Battle Creek are visiting B. D. Bueh. Statesman want ads will set you what you want.
A compact advertisement invites readers to acquire a first class farm tool and lighting for home at moderate cost. It promotes gas or electric options as modern, bright and affordable and asks readers to request more information.
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