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During the administration of Mr. Wells the Central railroad was extended from Dexter to Jackson, and the road was nearly completed to Marshall at the expiration of his term of office. He returned to his family and farm in April, 1844, from which time he was a patient sufferer and invalid until the time of his death, which occurred a few months . thereafter. No doubt the labors and exposures incident to his official duties hastened the sad event. He was a man of high social qualities, of irreproachable life, and died beloved and regretted. His estimable widow and one son are now residents of the city of Marshall. He died February 22d,1845.
SCHOOLS.
From the report of A. O. Hyde, Esq., director of the school board of the city of Marshall for the year 1875, I make the following statement: Whole number of school-houses five, of solid brick,in modern architect-ure and possessing all the modern improvements in seating and lighting. These houses can seat 1,200 pupils. The value of these school-houses and lots is $150,000. Whole number of qualified teachers, 20. Total wages of teachers, $7,182.69. Total expenses for school purposes, 123,618.29. Total number of children between the ages of 5 and 20, 1,413. The bonded indebtedness of the city for the erection of school-houses and school lots, is $40,000.
In addition to the foregoing there are two parochial schools, to wit: St. Mary's academy for females, and the common school under the fostering care of St. Mary's church. The investment in the way of buildings and grounds for these schools is not less than $6,000. The number of pupils in these schools is 175. A German and Kindergarten school completes the list of educational facilities in this city.
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