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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1911
Page
6
Notice to subscribers explains a shift to non prepaid rates amid office changes. The piece then criticizes yellow journalism, condemning sensationalism, embellishment, and falsehoods while defending decent journalism and honest reporting.
The piece argues fame matters more than merit, citing Dewey Schley Sampson and Roosevelt, then mocks Upton Sinclair for notoriety. It envisions Sinclair achieving wealth through unlikely ventures, from Florida settlement agent to automobile pioneer, before claiming American politics reward the loud over the capable.
The schedule lists 24 states Taft will visit starting September 15 with stops in major cities such as Syracuse Detroit Chicago St. Louis Omaha and San Francisco. The tour centers on tariff revision currency reform and attacks on Democrats and progressive Republicans while balancing campaign themes for the 1912 race. A separate piece notes a mummified Egyptian showing arteries similar to moderns and a short piece on money as a man’s best friend.
A satirical column mocks marriage fees for ministers and vast wealth of magnates like Astor. It lampoons Chicago divorces, aviation fashions, and political figures including Bryan and Roosevelt while musing on trust price hikes and the era’s publicity frenzy.
An archaic medical advertisement touts Humphreys Spetifica as effective for many ailments including coughs colds fevers and headache. It lists numerous conditions with vague cures and notes sales through druggists or by mail from Humphreys Home Medicine Co New York corner Pallas and Ann Streets.
The state health secretary urges renewed fly control as cooler weather arrives. Marshall battles the pest, but millions remain. Food protection hinges on screened stands, careful handling, and avoiding street vendors. Cities are passing ordinances to shield public health. Consumers should demand clean, dust free, properly protected goods and patronize cautious merchants.
A dated advertisement touts Seven Barks as a cure for stomach liver and kidney troubles and a blood purifier. It claims health happiness depend on digestion and promises a 60 cent price with money back if not satisfied from Lyman Beqwh New York NY.
Calhoun county fair gears up for a premier harness racing program with 6200 in purses. The lineup includes 2:16 Trot 400, 2:34 Pace 400 on Tuesday September 19, plus 2:20 Pace 1000 and 2:28 Trot 400 on Wednesday September 20, and 2:12 Trot 400, 2:25 Pace 460, 2:24 Trot 1200 on Thursday September 21, with events continuing through Friday September 22.
Michigan motorists will soon find black background signs with a white arrow guiding routes. The Wolverine Automobile club distributes pine board signs along toledo and other city routes, with city names in large topper letters.
An old advertisement urges readers not to stop work when prescribed but to seek Electric Bitters for strength and health. It promises improved tone, vigor, and prevention of breakdown, with claims of rapid benefit from the first dose and testimonials. It lists J. W. Bradshaw's as a place to obtain the remedy and hints at supplemental tonics for blood purification and skin clarity.
Calhoun County Medical Association calls for state health board action to require reporting of whooping cough and quarantine like smallpox. Drs Eaton Haughey Gubbins urge state department engagement as local physicians cite outbreaks and public gathering exposure.
President Taft will tour Michigan with strict rules to avoid mishaps and hitches. A special schedule, carriage, and ten horses are planned with police ahead and two mounted officers beside. Ropes will keep crowds back, and no receptions are allowed. local committees must handle transport if they accompany the president on his train.
Rial Finch of Albion was brought to the county jail Sunday night charged with a most revolting crime. Wineh was arrested by Deputy Sheriff Mallory charged with statutory rape. His alleged victim, Florence Miller, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Claude Miller, well known Albion residents, is nine years old. Finch, a 46 year old carpenter, was building a house in Albion and enticed the girl into the building. He is described as without a family to share his disgrace.
Judge H North presides as Alfred English pleads guilty to statutory rape and receives six months to five years with a one year recommendation in Jackson. Arthur Kimball health officer sues Calhoun County, Kimball’s claim denied. Several defendants plead guilty to drunkenness and larceny with varying sentences and suspensions. September term to begin in Battle Creek on Monday.
Bickford Farm near Marshall 154 acres on a good road in a fine farming district. Features include a seven room frame house with cellar and cistern, barn, horse barn, wood shed, and outbuildings. Includes 11 acres timber, productive clay loam soil, wind mill, well, orchard, good fences, and 4 special bargain at a price of 16780.09.
Cuba grapples with new political knowledge and scrutiny of election costs as awareness grows about how funds are spent. A. G. Hanes comments on the shifting landscape and the nation's readiness to attest to campaign expenses.
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