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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1911
Page
10
A dispute among milk dealers in the city centers on mandatory bottle use. Proponents argue bottled milk is the sanitary standard and fair competition, while opponents claim all dealers must bottle to level the field. A petition seeks a city ordinance requiring bottle use, to be presented to the council Monday night.
In Waie Creek circuit court Justice Maloney v. the City of Marshall a jury awarded Mrs. Ais leasy $250 for injuries from a defective sidewalk on South Mulberry Street about two years ago. Plaintiff sought 5,000. City to pay 209 in settlement. appeal to supreme court doubtful.
At Osh landed at the 63 Wharf in Boston mass a codfish chewed tobacco and contained a full sized cigar in dinner. A smoking electric skate was also shown with a stemmed corn cob pipe still burning. The crew suggested the pipe was dropped overboard and kept lit by the fish’s respiration.
The text notes a man who has become markedly important to perform key ceremonial acts such as laying a cornerstone or driving a final spike. It concludes that posterity will honor him for these contributions and his eventual recognition.
A fragment notes a Zulu woman wearing a wedding ring in her nose and claims it serves a double purpose by discouraging kissing and reducing risk of losing the ring, with the ring always in place.
Misa Nettie Hoftran marries Dr. F. L. Hofman at the Hofman residence. The event marks a notable union in the Bat-Ho Creek area as the community notes the couple’s plans and shared life ahead.
Joseph Brurgis gains divorce in a case marking his fourth marriage annulment while Fiore Sturgis is denied. the court rejects setting aside a deed of 80 acres given to a late wife. Mrs. Sturgis No. 6 seeks divorce for extreme cruelty, not proven. evidence suggests motive of monetary gain in several marriages.
Farmers and gardeners monitor signs as the season nears frost with potential big effects on melons cucumbers butter beans and other crops. The piece reviews historical frost dates from 1896 to 1904 noting average killing frost around Oct 12 and explains frost definitions and regional variations.
Laniing Sept 29 Michigan women may continue to wear aigrettes torn from white herons and egrets for hat adornment. State Game Warden and attorney general examined laws to see if sale or possession could be prohibited. The AG opinion says aigrette is a finished manufactured article with a trade name, not part of game or nongame birds under current statutes. Battle Creek population 29,844 per Polk McAvoy. directory shows 4,542 added since last issue.
Edward Lowi pleaded guilty to a theft at Cabin Biri and received one to two years in jail with additional terms for multiple offenses. Clinton Gribble, linked to stealing a horse and ram, was arrested near Curtis house northeast of the city and sentenced to six months to two years.
A dialogue fragment shows Geraldine asking her father about her band, Gerald replying, and a translation note that he cannot grant something to Unger. The exchange hints at cross language misunderstanding and family decision making.
The Bilvius author declares a belief that reaching Paradise will bring concern over flying too high and singing too often with some fulka complaining about the streeze of gold because hard pavement may hurt their feet.
An old advertisement touts Dean's Ointment as a cure for itching and eruptions. It claims rapid relief and lasting cures, urging readers to buy at their local drug store. The tone imitates a period health ad with emphasis on swift results.
Mel Gardanier aged 72 years and eight months died Saturday night after several weeks of illness. A Marengo township native, he moved to Marshall 40 years ago to run the livery business and became a well known city figure. He served as alderman and city marshal for four terms and was active in Masonry as a member of Marshall commandery No 17 K of P. He married Arvilla Adams in 1862 and had three children, only ex Mayor A. L. Gardanier survives. Funeral from 679 East Mansion Street Tuesday at 2 30 pm.
A roundup of probate matters includes licenses to sell real estate for numerous estates such as Chatfield Hughes Kingman Champion Burna Coleman Nyt Elliott Lyman, and others with hearings on claims, final accounts, and administrator appointments. Also noted are guardianships, sale confirmations, and a juvenile court case. A cooperative grocery project by Sanitarium employees in Battle Creek is planned with a $3,000 capitalization and 3000 shares at $10 each with nine committees for data and investigation.
An advertisement extols Hall's Catarrh Cure by Z. Chesney & Co for constitutional treatment of catarrh. It claims the medicine acts on the blood and mucous membranes, offers a $1000 refund, and includes testimonials with address in Toledo.
A Chicago Tribune discussion argues against postal censorship of a vice commission report. It defends mailing official documents under statute and condemns bureaucratic rigidity, noting the report’s scientific character and backing by prominent clergy and citizens. The piece urges court review to protect free expression and enlightenment.
Niles Michigan September 20. A three hour conference among Estella Kimmel her daughter Afra Edna Bosett and a nun claiming to be George Kimmel produced no results The women denied the man before them is George A Kimmel and assailed Chartier A Johnson the Niles banker who allegedly helped complicate the case Afterward Mrs Kimmel left for Chicago with her daughter and friends call the meeting a farce negotiations end with no progress in the mystery case
After two years of illness and a surgical attempt for relief, Mrs Lovina E Bailey widow of O W Bailey died at Guttle Crack Monday night. She was 68, long a Battle Creek resident, and active in temperance work and philanthropy.
A. M. Slay in Battle Creek outlines Maccabees plan changes adopted at Port Huron. Details cover transfers from old plan to Plans B, C, D and G, with age limits, costs, and benefits including term protection, whole life, disability, and old age features. Members may transfer by signing applications sent from the home office.
Uses for salt include removing tea stains by rubbing a little salt on cups. A salt and water solution can clean willow furniture. Apply with a brush, rub dry. A small amount of salt in whitewash helps it adhere.
A reader notes a longtime, dependable employee and asks whether he has died or merely absconded, reflecting concern over a missing trusted worker and hinting at possible distress in the workplace.
A notice explains October 1 start for new international money orders and old forms ending September 20. It covers eligibility, reduced labor, and indemnity rules for registered mail with a $25 per issue cap, plus changes on printed label usage and local business label practices.
In Germany, spectacles for extremely near-sighted people are replaced by short telescopes mounted in frames, offering improved vision without full eyeglass replacement.
An old advertisement promises natural aid to liver kidneys and bowels that seem to "strike" and fail to work. It claims pleasant little strike-breakers restore proper action and urges readers to try them, directing to J W Bradshaw's for purchase.
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