Michigan Legislature Faces Week of Key Votes and Events
Lansing May 21 federal and state lawmakers prepare for a pivotal week as the legislature races to finish business. A joint committee plans outreach to invite participation while debates focus on primary election provisions, prison and railroad bills, and a constitutional convention. A military display and admission limits mark the upcoming capital events.
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Answers to Correspondents string in Virginia Herald
Mark Twain recalls editing the Virginia Herald when a subscriber found a spider in the paper. He answered that the spider was just reading for free and an undisturbed existence, not luck good or bad.
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University Tax Bill Raised With Narrow Senate Support
The senate, in a two dissenting votes from Fuller and Yeomans, approved raising the university tax bill from one-fourth to three-eights of a mill and endorsed a one-half gift. Under the present tax the university receives about 455000 a year, with the increase expected to cover needed expenses.
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Baseball Review Names Hobe Ferris as Strong Second Baseman Competitor
The piece argues Hobe Ferris of the Boston Americans matches Nap Lajoie of the Cleveland club in fielding and overall middle-infield skill. It notes Lajoie’s hitting is exceptional but Ferris covers territory well, with fans praising his quick jumps and range.
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Press Notes Highlight Holiday Interest and Baseball Notes
The July issue of Tax Desenne features a patriotic sketch How the Play Came by the Name of Old Glory and a graceful illustration titled The Colonel's Coming. It also includes Building with Trees for architecture fans and letters from readers. Jake Beckley is profiled as a durable star for St Louis, with rumors of his release denied while Pop Up Joby Gauge earns a Cincinnati berth and shows strong fielding and hitting for the club.
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Bunting Talk by Wille Keeler and Detroit Stable Notes
Wille Keeler of the New York Americans urges aggressive bunting and quick bat contact saying pitchers fear batters. He explains holding the bat firmly and guiding the ball with a fingertip touch. Public stables at Detroit announce Jef Cunningham, Billy Lacey and Billy McLaughlin racing on the full grounds track. Burl Wilkes and Harry Snyder to race the pacing gelding Byrl Wilkes in the free for all pacers on the half mile tracks.
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New York Americans
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Full Grounds
Burl Wilkes
Harry Snyder
Byrl Wilkes
King Bros Seek Two Carloads of Horses in Grand Rapids
King Bros of Grand Rapids seek two car loads of horses. For details contact Fred Church or King Bros at the Wright House.
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King Bros
Grand Rapids
Fred Church
Wright House
Royal baby baptism shrouded in playful rumor
A humorous, error ridden note claims Spain’s infant heir was baptized with long names and mock titles. The piece jests about proving an alibi, reflecting light gossip rather than a real event.
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Edoardo Francisco Guillermo Carlos Furique
Eugene Ferdinand Antonio
Compact, Neat Cottage in Illinois By Harris Contractor
Compact neat cottage described as built fifty times in Illinois with initial trio by Chicago contractor Harris. Central entrance opens to a large reception room and a few bedrooms noted as special features. Average cost for the cottages around $1040. Glenn L. Saxton.
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Ten Weeks for Ten Cents Advertises Florida Real Estate Prospects
Moria area attracts attention as a real estate and investment hub offering promising homes and climate benefits. The notice promotes subscribing to the Florida Agriculturist in Jacksonville for ten weeks at ten cents, with a trial offer and references to a Franklin street office desk for inquiry via Whalam & Welnirt.
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