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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1911
Page
4
A long feature reflects on New York as a "woman's paradise" and the rise of wealth, noting two male types drawn to money and the dangers posed by women who exploit credulous men. It discusses sensational cases and alleges manipulation by a class of New Yorkers pursuing fortune.
American League games include Betrait 3 to 6 loss at Cleveland 0 to 8 Washington 4 over Philadelphia 2 Boston 6 over New York 4 Chicago 14 over St. Louis 6. Nations League results show New York 2 over Brooklyn 3 to Chicago 3 over St. Louis 1 and Bostes 7 over Philadelphia 3.
Major sale of high grade Cabie-Nelson pianos at Mt Gillate’s with other pianos starting at 2100. Sale ends October 14.
The Social Melange reports club meetings and end of season dinner at the Country Club. News notes include the Vogt Dunn wedding at St Marys Church, a 30th birthday party for Mr Church with guests and banquet, Fountain Whitney wedding in Jackson with family and gifts, and a Jackson banker Mr Whitney receiving fifty dollars in gold from colleagues.
Probate court records show estates of Ray W. Hunt John H. McNames Elizabeth Jones and Edna L. H. Mertz with hearings on claim filings and last day deadlines. Juvenile court lists Reginald Brooks negligent child disposition and Harriet T. Earle insane disposition.
The Empire theatre announces The Show Girl coming next Thursday night October 5 with Donna Marya Vernon and Clark Milton Norton and a chorus. The telegram from managers Dunham Dobbins praises last night’s show as undoubtedly best.
Fragmentary OCR yields unclear ad like text about hosting and advertising services. Reads like promotional phrases with mentions of efficiency and a Statesman style. Core facts are obscured. content suggests marketing copy rather than a complete news item.
Governor Tener announces a state inquiry into the Baylis dam failure as authorities tally 44 bodies recovered, with 31 more missing. State officials pledge justice and aid while 3,100 laborers toil amid debris and burning wreckage to search for victims and livestock. Kathlene Lyon, the 16 year old operator who saved many lives, receives a reward and back pay.
Chicago census shows Rush Street bridge handling 9,725 vehicles in twelve hours, 16 percent more than Fleet Street in London. Captain Healy led the survey for the Chicago Plan Commission, confirming Rush Street as the busiest bridge in the world.
Turbulence and violence erupted at a Springfield meeting of progressive Democrats led by Hearst Harrison. A. N. Wheeler editor of the Quincy Journal and state committeeman caused the disturbance as sergeants at arms restrained him after he questioned the speakers. Wheeler is known for repudiating Hearst leadership.
The committee thanks Marshall citizens for opening homes to visiting First Michigan Engineers veterans. Appreciation for the corps of high school escorts and their ladies, with a list of young men in yellow badges who served during the day and evening.
Ed Bliss and Walter Nolen pleaded guilty in Davenport district court to involvement with the Mabry swindling operation. Each was fined 290 and sentenced to three months in Polk county jail. Elizie Des Belnes allegedly engineered the scheme that robbed John Cavandugh of Davenport of 874,400 in New Orleans years ago. Washington announces canal zone postal savings plan approved by President Taft to go into effect November 8.
Rockford report shows Ridge Amihur Kirest resigns from the appellate court due to ill health and intends to continue on the circuit bench.
Residents and visitors including Mrs W A Babbitt Clyde Jacoby Roy Grant Berna Gardanter Montie Dobbins and others spent Wednesday in Battle Creek. Many attended the Post theatre with updates on travels and local events in Detroit Grand Ledge Monroe and Hillsdale.
A famous visitor left a strong impression on the community during a short stay. Residents noted his influence matched that of the reception committee chair, highlighting his notable presence in local affairs.
Gold priced pianos of Calhoun County offer at J Gincert's sale closing October 14. Best musicians endorse the event and urge buyers not to miss the high grade pianos on offer.
Jotim Drugan, forty, was killed by a train on the Cleveland and Pittsburgh railroad tracks at Gaylord Ohio near the spot where his father perished five years earlier. The incident occurred October 5 with the collision occurring within about 106 feet of the previous fatal run down.
Limited notice shows Shropshire rams for sale with comments on yearlings and other stock. Includes references to Frank E. Smith of Marshall Michigan and Bell Telephone. Sale listing appears in a local Want Ad context with brief identifiers.
For sale a six room house on Raymond with two lots and good barn, modern finish, fine cellar, strong walls, good caniar, and ample fruit on the place. Bargain price quoted at five dollars sixty cents. We have a large list of city property and can advise on price and location. Ferns-Wa have many of the best in Michigan and will show how cheaply they can be sold. See Townsend & Greenfield.
City treasurer announces extension of tax payment deadline to October 15. Taxes must be paid by that date. Faxes accepted daily at the drugstore corner of State and Jefferson streets until 3 06 p m daily and 4 00 p m on Saturdays.
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