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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1911
Page
7
Newton district note listing many residents visiting relatives in Athens Battle Creek and Oak Grove mentions Mrs. B L Philips Anna Schray and others with recitations songs and dramas at the Stanley School program under Rev Potter Also reports a death in Newton and upcoming Grange events including a poverty dance with a ragged attire prize and a small entry fee.
A Sunbury Ohio man reports years of indigestion and poor appetite improved after using Blood Bitters. He describes lasting relief from stomach distress and renewed strength following the remedy.
Mrs Palio Starke opened her home Saturday for a light refreshments program with Rev McNutt praising farm products like hay and grain. Attendees from Rice Creek and Battle Creek area heard talks on community values, making farm houses comfortable, and civic righteousness. About seventy five people attended with music and a dinner. revival meetings led by Rev Montgomery and wife continue the week.
Sunday and Monday social rounds show Henry Halller and Anna Hornberger visiting relatives near Homer and Marshall. Several guests include Bertha Smyth Bliss Nola Britten and Mrs. Idaho Hornberger with Mrs. Stella Breuer. Annie Misses Sholes visit their father Clark Shorles. births noted as Oct 8.
John Retce of Marshall telephoned Mrs. James Ruddock on Thursday afternoon. Afra W Pendil spent Saturday in Battle Creek. Mr and Mrs Fred Baldwin and Mr and Mrs Floyd Poole of Battle Creek visited Mrs John Ruddock on Thursday afternoon. Tim Riley of Van Wert Ohio and spouses were in the vicinity last Thursday.
An advertisement proclaims Bucklen’s Arnica Salve superior to any salve for cuts, burns, bruises, sores, eczema, and many other conditions. It claims effectiveness for sore eyes, cold sores, chapped hands, sprains, piles, and more. Sold for 78c at J W Bradshaw’s.
David White, employed in Predodia, spent Saturday at home with Miglet and Bundsy, according to local remarks in Marshan.
Bedford. The regular meeting of the Bedford Aid Society took place at the home of Mrs John Herbert on Wednesday afternoon. After the usual business a program was given and lunch was served by the hostess assisted by her daughter Carrie. A photograph was taken of the group of ladies. The next meeting is to be with Mrs Backer, Mrs Thompson and daughter. A visit to Battle Creek and local relatives are noted with several residents mentioned by name including Mr Charles Bird and Mrs Ray Rica among others.
Community members attend Sunday school events and weddings in Marshall Battle Creek and Albion. Obituary news reports Mr Almond's death in California and a funeral in Allegan. Local arrivals, visits, and engagements include Verne Lester returning from Lansing and Hubert Ogden wedding in Battle Creek.
South Bedford residents hosted relatives in honor of Julian Ger Éf. H J Boyer and daughter from Battle Creek visited G E B Boyer family. Mas Bay Clack visited from Friday to Sunday. A M Brightolan and others spent Thursday in Battle Creek. Mrs Kalama visited sister Mrs Hattie Brown. Mrs Green Simons helped for Mrs C Simons who remains critically ill. Wilbur Doolittle of Richland visited over Sunday. Frank Orns family visited Battle Creek Saturday.
Mr and Mrs Peter Sweet of Clarendon were Sunday guests at James Taylors. Mr and Mrs Henry Lindsey spent Sunday at Afr Kings. Mrs Haskel Doolittle and mother Mrs Knickerbocker of Hillsdale spent a few days at the former s home here last week. Mrs James Taylor visited Dan Reach s near Quincy last Wednesday. Mr and Mrs Gust were Sunday guests at Henry Skubel s. Mr and Mrs Edgar Sebring attended the funeral of Bra Eugene Sebring near Quincy Wednesday. Mrs Anton Stefaniak is spending a few days with friends in Coldwater. Jerome Watte is making extensive
A series of small town social notes recounts visits and calls. LEE Aliss Myrtle Van Armanana’s friend called on Afr. and Afrs Del Soody of Clarence Sunday evening. Several locals attended a Friday dance at Jetn Shope’s and reported a fine time. Joe Sturgis visited Adna Van Arman Sunday evening and Mrs Elis Leeson of Marengo called Tuesday. Mary Kibler spent Tuesday with Mrs Ula Long. Glenn Willoughby of Albion visited his brother and mother. Mr and Mrs Pater Stevens of Kalamazoo spent part of the week with Mrs Wm Youngs. Earl Cushman’s family spent Sunday at Ise Sturgis’. The old Lusher family of Barshail stayed Saturday night and Sunday at Eugene Wagner’s, with Miss Iva Willoughby of Albion visiting over the weekend.
An old advertisement promises quick health relief by using King’s New Life Pills to restore normal function in the body. The copy urges readers to try the product, claiming it provides natural aid and excellent health soon after usage, with pricing noted.
Mr and Mrs Zwergel and their son from Nilen visited Lawn Sehafer Inetreek, the former's cousin, during a trip in their automobile. The trip involved Zwergel's mother and aunt, totaling several family members on the outing.
Dickinson spent the weekend in Marshall with Mr and Mrs Albert Van Arman and were guests of Mr and Mrs Jay Carver. A large crop of social visits is listed including Langridre, Zanger and Busington in Battle Creek, Leona Billington and family, and Mr and Mrs Claude Weaver hosting friends. Mrs Blanche Weaver spends days with her father Wm Long while Mollie Van Arman calls at Lovina Long’s.
Local notes record Anna Vary and Grace Walkinshaw visiting relatives in Olivet with Mr. and Mrs. Ross Hammond Burn Walkinshaw hosting. The little son of Ben Maou broke an arm. Mrs. Caroline Hill Thelma and Mrs. Amy Goncher and others made routine social rounds in Jackson and Bellevue. Sunday school delegates from the neighborhood attended a Marshall convention.
Residents report nuisance hares and bean crop failure due to rain while harvesting potatoes. several families travel between Albion Marshall and nearby towns visiting relatives. Nearby residents like Chas Sampson and family contend with typhoid fever fears. property transfers and social visits fill the week.
Walter Weaver sailed at Waynes Henry's Sunday. Mr and Mrs Albert van Arman attended the Sunday school convention at the Conig hall. Wm Long and daughter visited Mary Line. Mr and Mrs Chuds Van Arman were Sunday evening cameras at Fred Petter’s. Frank Long, ill with an abscess on his face, is improving. Mrs Van Arman called at Lovina Long's. Mrs Stephen Langridge visited her son John Langridge. Lilly Miller of Marshall assists Mrs Hissa Langridge with housework.
Mrs Ray Hendrickson remains ill while Chas Sampson shows typhoid improvement. Many residents visit Albion, attend church meetings, and host guests over the weekend. Several named locals travel between Rice Creek, Marshall, and Eaton Rapids, with social visits, work notes, and thank yous noted.
Mr and Mrs Rudolph Yandes welcome a daughter Frances Hila born Dec 12. Shadows social planned at Esple Leach residence Oct 20. Visitors include Mrs Steve Briggs Miss Francis Hastings and others. Local grocery and luxury item lists appear amid a mix of community gossip and an unrelated war era ration note.
North Convldt mourns the death of Omer Cleveland formerly of South Convldt who died suddenly October 4 in Azeyria township. The column reports local visits, ill health, and social events in Battle Creek Bellevue and surrounding towns, including gatherings for families and a church social on October 27.
Mrs Nellie Parker visits Detroit. Miss Cora Huppies works for Mr and Mrs Roberts of West Leroy. Grace Babcock visits Frank Redford’s in West Leroy. Ray Talmadge calls on Mr and Mrs Bizio Babeusk. Ernest Hammer and Leo spend evenings with the Cottons. Mrs John Lloyd of Battle Creek visits daughters. Ida Hammer of Battle Creek spends weekend with Ronte. P D Cotton family visits I Crowell. Jake Swangenburg and Jake Myres visit John Roche. Will Christy visits Battle Creek with a load of hay. Bernice Christy visits Ollis Christy. Carl Wedel and family visit Winters in Battle Creek. Will Christ spends Sunday with his father in Sonoma.
Marengo residents and visitors are listed with brief notes on visits, travels, and social events. Claude Wilson shipped cattle. Stanley Withee visited Albion. Misa Catherine Starn spent the week with Mrs. Ott. Fred Reed travels to Boston to revisit boyhood scenes. Mrs. Ida Richardson returns to Chicago. local hosts Mr and Mrs Hubbard entertain Albion Athor of Gleaners. A member contest is planned with initiation dates and supper prizes.
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