April 24, 2002
Herald news ... 100 years ago
By Emma Jane Muir
Special to the Herald
- As a prelude to his sermon Sunday morning, Rev. W. L. Laufman spoke on the matter of the offer of Andrew Carnegie to furnish the city with a library building. He spoke of such a library in his Indiana home town which contributed great good to the city as well as much prestige. Members of the church were urged to speak to their alderman in favor of the proposition and not let the chance slip away of securing this addition.
- A young boy, 6 or 7 years of age, whose parents recently moved from the country, got lost Monday afternoon. There were so many houses that he could not recognize his home though he was sure there was a porch on it. Chief of Police Rennie finally found the boy's home and restored him to his parents.
- Mr. and Mrs. Ed Seymour of East Eighth Street were pleasantly surprised Monday when a company of their friends called upon them. The evening was spent in playing progressive pedro, the prizes being awarded to Ablina Dion and Mrs. Gilchrist.
- The members of the class of 1902 have arranged the details for an athletic meet which will take place Friday afternoon for the benefit of their annual. An excellent program has been arranged and the number of entries already assures fine contests in every event.
- Marriage licenses issued this week included one to William A. Meyers and Miss Nova Ethel Shisler of Cedar Run and another to George Melvin McCombs and Mrs. Mary Spoor of Grant township. Each couple plans to be married next week and have invited close friends to attend.
- Tony Tremaine, a young man of 15 years, is suffering from a severe injury resulting from the kick of a horse. He was plowing at his home east of the city when one of the tugs became unhooked. As he stooped to fasten it, the horse kicked him squarely in the face. It is thought he will not be badly disfigured.
- The largest load of potatoes thus far weighed on the city scales was brought in by Jacob Birmley Friday and purchased by W. H. Mather. The load contained 103 bushels and were sold for 75 cents per bushel bringing in $77.50.
- W. H. Bronell, of Battle Creek, has leased the east store of the new Munson block and in about two weeks will open up with a large stock of general variety novelties, etc. The location is good and should attract a good and steady trade.
- The Traverse City Board of Trade will hold a meeting soon to permanently organize and take action to induce manufactories to locate here. With such energy being infused to this proposition, the city may expect a further substantial development with the next year or two.
- During the high wind yesterday, a large oak on the lawn between the residences of C. A. Hammond and Dr. A. H. Holiday was broken about twelve feet from the base and fell directly between the two homes. A few feet either way would have caused serious damage to one of the homes.
- Elkanah Robbins, whose home has been with his son, F. E. Robbins for the past three years, died Wednesday last of malignant crysipelas at the advanced age of 81. He leaves four children, all of whom live in the area. Mrs. Robbins passed away some time ago.
- Advice on deportment. A fashion of throwing general invitations in a careless way has a very insincere look.
- Medical advice of a century ago. To treat bloodshot eyes, apply linen rags, dipped in cold water, every two or three hours until cured.
- Best buy of the week. Very Special Walking Skirts just $3.98 at the J. W. Millken store.