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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1900
Page
2
An advertisement touts Bradfield's Regulator as a cure for women’s headaches backache and general weakness claiming it has helped thousands. It urges purchase at drug stores for $1 a bottle and offers a free illustrated book by mail to readers.
The Lansing court ruled the 1907 act granting $350,000 to Megas Manufacturers as unconstitutional private-use taxation. Justice Long delivered a unanimous decision, holding taxes can only fund public purposes and that the legislature cannot transfer private property or subsidize private business. The mandamus to compel payment was denied.
An advertisement extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a scientific remedy for dyspepsia and indigestion. It claims the tablets partly digest food, stimulate digestive fluids, relieve gland congestion, and cure underlying causes. Testimonials from users praise relief and renewed well being. the ad invites orders via mail. It also notes Pekin police use small drums to alert burglars, with watchmen paid for night rounds.
Mason Mich October 3 The city fair opens with strong attendance as exhibits surpass expectations. The six mile loop road race crown awarded to Lawrence in 200 yards with Drake second and Tish-Tosk third. Scranton and Fox follow. Prof Hazelton stages balloon ascent and parachute drop at 3 pm amid a brisk carnival atmosphere and bands. The fair bans gambling and promises grand parade of nations, the largest yet for the city.
Nashville Michigan residents report a local post office looted yesterday morning. Police say burglars ransacked the building about 30 minutes after doors opened, stealing unspecified items before fleeing the scene. Investigators request anyone with information to contact the sheriff's office.
A mob in Eclectic captured a Black man accused of assault and murder. The crowd debated death by stake, lynched him after a vote, and he died in flames. Townsend's husband and Alex Floyd were linked to related crimes and earlier hangings.
National Hank Notes report shows total national bank notes in circulation at $328,235,073 as of September 20 1900, up $88,112,000 for the year. Circulation backed by United States bonds stands at $204,202,791 with a yearly rise of $80,108,406 and monthly gain of $3,581,024. Currency secured by lawful money totals $34,112,004, down $1,862,901 for the year with no monthly increase of $546,440. Registered bonds on deposit to secure circulating notes amount to $194,872,620 and those to secure public deposits $87,055,780.
New York October 3. Robert McCurdy Lord a retired banker and broker was found dead in a Mount Vernon rental. The door was locked and gas nozzles were on full with paper wasted around windows and doors, suggesting self inflicted death.
In Lima and Peru the cabinet resigns after a unanimous censure vote amid a scandal involving a Belgian purchase and alleged misuse of government funds by a former minister. President Bhusna appointed the ministers on August 1 with Enrique Goranel Seegara as cabinet head.
The Michigan company leaders faced an unfavorable Supreme Court ruling and voiced disappointment. President Gronnge noted the unanimous decision and hinted at possible further court action after leaving the city. President Ghurehyt criticized state inducement for experimental ventures and pledged to uphold contractual obligations, urging legislative redress to avoid repudiation of obligations.
Muskegon Michigan population figures circulated unofficially show 24,368 residents, up 1,805 from a prior census figure. Historical estimates trace 1884 population at 20,220, with later declines to about 18,000 before recent rise.
Annual reunion of survivors of Battery D First Michigan Light Artillery was held at the G A R hall in Hillsdale Michigan yesterday. Twenty five veterans attended, most with wives. After a banquet by the Woman’s Relief Corps Ira D Bell Union City was elected president for the next year and D E Young secretary. The next reunion will be at Dolton City on September 17 191.
Dan George of Traverse City struck Conductor DeVine of the Pere Marquette railroad with a railroad spike after being ejected for fare refusal. DeVine suffered a deep head gash and George fled into the woods as officers pursued him.
Bay City Michigan October 8 Harry Fitch a new worker at the Bay County Electric Co was almost electrocuted yesterday forenoon at the power house. While stretching Ringgele in a reclining position his back touched a live wire sending 2000 volts through his body. He collapsed but was carried home on a stretcher and is believed to recover despite the severe shock.
Josephine Leblanc appointed postmaster at Naublaway Mackinne Co vice Anthony Frasier. The M Clemens company warned New State Telephone Co to cut rates within 25 miles from 25 to 10 cents, or its franchise will be forfeited. John Anthensen of Atlantic arrested for shooting Herman Jackeln. Anthensen objected to Jackalg.
The British political scene may shift with Joseph Chamberlain, secretary of state for the colonies, being considered for the post of secretary of war to replace Lord Lansdowne. The piece highlights Chamberlain as a formidable reformer capable of clearing bureaucratic red tape in the war department.
Cadets at West Point give Lieutenant Julian R Lindsey a gentle hint when they feel ill treated by an instructor. The article suggests a disciplined response or possible reasons Lindsey traveled to China as part of the ongoing tensions between cadets and staff.
Bareheaded on Crimean Parade, Lord Mark Ker described as eccentric, with a head uncovered on parade and a habit of riding without stirrups. The piece also notes speculative gossip about Senator Hanna, plus medical claims for Foley’s Kidney Cure, a note on ginseng, Banner Salve, Boston’s floating hospital, and wireless signaling stations to be set up in major harbors.
A chaotic historical fragment describes red kites with attached American flags over Philadelphia during a convention. It mentions visual effects against a blue sky and a stray line about Mr. E. Dotchon's Anti-Divieity. Additional garbled items reference telegraph poles in Georgia and various unconnected promotional lines about a product named GRAILND and LILLIA Savor.
A cinnamon bear driven by hunger entered a farmer’s yard in Nansemond county Virginia, chased off the dog, drank water, and fed on poultry before fleeing. The incident comes amid swamp wildlife and a fire in Diamal awamp. A local resident credits Burdock Blood Bitters for relief from a severe skin breakout.
Damp air near Durban South Africa threatens ironwork and mine equipment piling due to war conditions. The note warns machinery may suffer from humidity and heat, while a patent remedy Kellogg's Columbian Oil claims to ease rheumatic and kidney inflammation and strengthen the system.
Capt W Bade di Wismar plans an Arctic voyage to Frans Josef Land to locate Andree traces and gather intelligence on the Duke of Abruzzi. Italian writer Cornelio Manzi will join the party. Erie newsdealer Charles Bender praises Foley's Honey and Turp cough medicine. Swart & Swartwouc.
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