Resignation and seating dispute of Sen Geo G Covell in 1808 Michigan Senate
Journal notes Covell missing from roll calls, presiding officers Absent Covell and Pres We. special session considered his seat after Gov Pingree’s railroad approval. government officials read resignation, state of Michigan, Lansing March 30, 1808. The long record shows investigation into Covell’s membership and seat status in the Senate.
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Senate
Pingree
Michigan
Lansing
Thos. B
Mileage Reimbursement Discussed by Finance Committee
A record notes that a finance and appropriations committer attended the session and claimed mileage for two miles totaling 37 dollars. It references Governor Townsend's messenger GW Merriman and notes the report was accepted and adopted.
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Covell
A. D. Hughes
John ‘T. Preston
Townsend
Local option law and university athletics referents
The excerpt discusses the local option law aiming to curb temperance, recounts a rough railway journey to illustrate harsh drink effects, and includes letters endorsing M. I. Carrithers for athletic director roles. It showcases opinions on prohibition and a university figure's character.
Carruthers Named Athletic Director At College
A former college athlete and educator, Carruthers of Saint is named to lead history and civics, serve as athletic director, and direct sports programs at the college. He is praised for character and athletic versatility including baseball football and track, with prior links to Purper and Illinois University.
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Carrithers
Universit A Tinos
Barnabere
Eis
Nhomas
Harper
Chicago University
Carruthers
Tech
Iva T. Caruthers
Inez
University of Ithiooia
Carota
Io Church
Appointment of executors and heirs hearing announced
A probate notice records the appointment of special administrator and wardship actions in the estate of Horter Bordine and Nathan Fanweye. A hearing is scheduled for September 22 to determine heirs, with parties including McCandress and Inve named among others.
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Anda de
H Whitpater
Nessoth
Horter Bordine
Nathan Fanweye
William G Faulkner Dies After Long Illness at Forest Hill
William G Faulkner aged about 76 of Forest Hill died Saturday after a lengthy illness and an operation. He was born in Lincolnshire England and moved to America as a child, living in New York Buffalo Chicago and finally settling in Forest Hill after several moves. He and his wife had no biological children but adopted seven, five living. A lifelong church supporter, he devoted time to Forest Hill church and helped drive many miles to attend services. The funeral was held Monday officiated by Rev R R Cook with Rev GH Carl assisting, burial at St. Louis Cemetery Avenue. A card of thanks from Mrs Sarah Faulkner expresses gratitude for support during bereavement.
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Wiliam G. Faulkner
Forest
Faulkner
Dante
William Gs Paulkner
Lincolnhire
England
America
New York
Buffalo
Chicago
Seville Township
Bethany Township
Virginia
Forest Hill
Mee
Paulkner
Forest Hil
R. R. Cook
GH. Carl
St. Lovie
Gratiot County Sheriff and Probate Judge Nominations Edge
Undated note letters discuss Gratiot County sheriff candidate Parrish and Alma attorney James G. Kress seeking probate judge nomination. Parrish claims long service in Wheeler Township and fiscal honesty, urging primary voters to back him. Kress touted as countywide favorite with strong qualifications and broad support ahead of September 1st primary.
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Alma
James G. Kress
Gratiot
Kress
Rees
Gratiot County
Ince
Licensed to Wed Readies Notices Amid Names
A fragmented marriage license list shows individuals and addresses including Middleton, Bertin a8, Elizabeth A. Everett, Catton Toy Randall, LafayetteGer, Roy Hbright, St Louis Ger, Waldraie Se, Louis Harvey Carr, Fulton, Orpha Harris, North Star, Belya Paught. The readable portion suggests a local civil record of marriages pending a license.
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Middleton
Alma to Have a Band in Coming Season
Alma considers forming a city band as business leaders weigh funding. Carl Dewey of Owasse, an experienced bandmaker and cornet player, would join if paid at least 12 dollars weekly. The Record endorses the effort and pledges support to mobilize local cooperation and secure musicians.
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Almy
Owasse
Carl Dewey
Kins
Alma
Favorite Prescription Promoted by Dr Pierce Endorsed by Medical Experts
An advertisement extols Favorite Prescription as a cure and tonic for women, claiming it strengthens weak and ill women and is backed by professional endorsements from leading medical schools. It promotes Dr. R V Pierce of Buffalo, offering free pamphlets and a medical adviser via mail with enclosed stamps, and mentions Pit Pellets aiding stomach and liver.
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R. V. Pleros
Buffalo
N.Y
Dean's Kidney Pills Endorsed For Kidney Relief
An unsigned health ad promotes Doan's Kidney Pills as a remedy for frequent urination headaches and backaches with public endorsements praising its effectiveness. It cites a user from Elwell and lists available purchase through Charles Rhodes drug store and other dealers. The piece also contains a political note urging support for Isaac S. Seaver for Probate Judge, arguing experience over formal education and calling for votes before a September election.
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Regis
Dean
Elwell
Sieh
Hines Auiles West
Alois
Mach
Palusaru
Doat
Charles Rhodes
Conter veter-Milburs Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Renwnaber
Farners Club September Meeting At Hildreth Home
Pine River Farmers Club sets its September gathering at the residence of Mr and Mrs Kirk Hildreth in St Louis on Wednesday September 2. Program includes opening exercises by Renejar selection by Cass Curtis music by Molte and Henry, with W Abbott as supervisor and a questioning box feature.
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Pine River Farmers’ Club
Kirk Hildreth
St Lott
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