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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1896
Page
8
County Spectals notes a Republican rally at the town house with Congressman Milnes to speak as a McKinley and Hobart club forms. The column then lists visiting relatives, social events, school plans, and town updates from Battle Creek to Albion, detailing gatherings, illnesses, travel, and local hires.
Bertha Waltz underwent a painful operation to reset her shoulder after a previous injury. John Graham recently returned to Lawton from a visit, while Mr. and Mrs. J. Walt of Battle Creek are in town. Mrs. W.S. Phelps spent Sunday with R. McLeod in Battle Creek. Miss Bell Sanders of Detroit visited W.O. Culver this week. A group of four young people enjoyed a broom social at Andrew Wooden’s, where gentlemen bought two brooms so all could see how clean each broom swept. The crowd elected M. D. as the best looking gentleman. Verily Ceresco challenges rivals. Material for a new bridge finally arrived and urgent action is urged to prevent damages from unsafe piles. Mrs. J. L Bender and children are visiting D. Vollick. Congressman Milnes will speak in the public hall Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 9. attendance urged.
Imported and tempered Rams advertised for sale near Marshall Michigan with contact via C Wreatran Box 742. The notice touts De Witt s Colic Cholera Cure for sun summer child distress and diarrheal relief as a reliable remedy endorsed by A O Hyde.
Rey and Mrs Luce of Le Roy visited with former friends and parishioners. Miss Witt of Chicago and Mrs I D Randall were guests. A ghost social at the parsonage Friday evening with refreshments. Elmer Washburn on sick list. Farmers cutting corn amid frost fears. Mollie Peters visiting Minnie Loutan. Carl Rowley returned to Olivet. Salem Lutheran members decorated the church on August 29 with fruits flowers and farm products forming a festive display.
Scott s Emulsion of cod liver oil with hypophosphites can be taken in summer as well as winter. It is palatable and aids digestion while toning the system. Not advised to skip for delicate children or lung conditions in hot months. Keep cool after opening. Sold by all druggists at 50 cents and a dollar.
A 7:30 p.m. harvest and thanksgiving service drew a large audience. Recitations by Sunday School scholars and a sermon titled A Sermon by a Grain of Wheat were well received. An ice cream social followed, with strong parishioner support. The congregation, led by Gottlob Slighly, pledges united effort for growth and prosperity. A 10:30 a.m. English language service is planned for Sunday September 13.
A collage of market bargains and local notices presents fruit can prices, crop updates, and medical mentions alongside community happenings. Reports cover school openings, visits, church talks, a seven pound daughter, and picnic success at Pine Lake with music and boating.
Brude and Prof Milletts address the silver meeting at the war house Saturday evening inviting all. Isi Zella Starke accepts a teaching post at State Normal School Ypsilanti and leaves Monday. Starke has taught in Marshall and Albion schools. Phe Li A of Marengo M B church hosted a semiannual meeting at Mrs Peter Ott’s home September 2 with tea and a large attendance. Officers elected for six months: Mrs James Webster president, Mrs H N McCormick vice president, Mrs Henry Kennedy secretary, Mrs James Eyre treasurer, Mrs G N Soule corresponding secretary. DeWitts Little Early Risers advertised by A O Hyde.
West Burlington reports Mrs Bonj Slitehings of Coldwater visiting last week. Mrs H C Wildey stays with daughter Edith Gardner. Dr Packard of Athens spent a week with niece Mrs Harry Gardner while Earle Gardner is sick with whooping cough. Daisy Gardner visits Cadillac to see brothers. Infant son of Mr and Mrs Herman Reed died Aug 26 and buried at Abscota. Mae Pendle visiting Grace Gardner returns home southeast of Union City.
A column notes multiple small town updates from Burlington and nearby areas. It highlights DeWitt's Little Early Risers and Colic and Cholera Cure as remedies, mentions local illness and harvest activities, and reports on visits, sports, a newly organized band, and a Republican nomination for county treasurer.
Endorses Mr. McPherson for county treasurer praising six-year service with satisfaction and respect from teachers and the county board. Recommends Republican support. Also notes physicians discuss cures while One Minute Cough Cure provides quick relief for children as a safe, immediate remedy.
Mason Fruit cans home made Bacon Corn Beef and more advertised for June 26 and Sept 23. Obituary notes A. W. Ship-Tan funeral Sept 1 marks loss of a long esteemed citizen. Rain arrives Wednesday night. Local updates: AJL Harrington Olivet schooling, Ella King Marshall, Elmer Haggett Alma Doty Edn Goucher Battle Creek. Ada Templetell teaches Jay schoolhouse Penfield starting August. W BE Brackett falls term. Dist 1 Convis 31. Poison ivy and skin cures noted. Clarendon news: W T Sloan and wife in California. Charles Sherman at Charlotte. post office moved to old river stand. Mrs Balentine in charge. Bragg’s salve advertises cure for many ailments. sale by W L Drake.
Residents urged to obtain papers and complete ceremonies at the next circuit court session, with reminders of duty to vote. Include a 4 cent stamp offer for Hood’s Sarapasenda testimonials and other notices. The ad quotes a patient praising Hood’s Sarsaparilla after illness and recovery.
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