New Homes Rise in Sparland as Clark Builds and Others Follow
The town blooms with new dwellings in progress across Sparland. Henry Clark constructs a two story cottage on the John Barnard lot between Mrs Green and Ald Lewis Snyder, with rich detailing and a brick foundation. Other projects include Charles R. Jones’s corner residence, Ben Kinne’s Jollet stone foundation home, and Barnes-style barns by F S Potter and Miles on Main Street. Community notes praise local support and social events held by church groups during the summer.
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Henry
Robert Clark
A. Green
Ald Lewis Snyder
John Barnard
Clark
Green
A. Snethens
J. P. Hall
R. L. Stephens
Charles R. Jones
Third and
Carrell Streets
Warner
Crone
Herder
Saporte
Ben Kinne
O. Gould
Potter
Miles
Main Street
J. C. Hall
Hey
Marshall County Sabbath School Convention at La Rose
The Marshall county Sabbath School convention met at La Rose last week for a fruitful session. Miss Lucy Rider of Chicago advised practical plans to grow attendance and improve teaching, with emphasis on a model Sabbath school and steady church additions. Several clergy spoke on teaching methods and engagement while noting low worker turnout. next convention will be in Prairie with Calvin Stowell as president and a full executive committee appointed.
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Marshall County
la Rose
Lucy Rider
Chicago
Mise Rider Lon
Louisa Alcott
Lord's Vineyard
Jake
Henry
Rev Price
Lacon
Rev Road
Tracy
Calvin Stowell
Rov
Wm. Tracy
M. E. Kline
Houston
Rev Read
Spain and M. BE Charge Letter From Pastor
A pastor writes to the editor reflecting on the year at the conference, noting limited revival, several new members, and a debt reduction led by Mrs Clara Tarbill. The Bethel church plans $300 in repairs with $255 subscribed and $185 paid, aiming to reopen Oct. 0 with Rev H T Brown preaching, and invites friends to attend.
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Spain and
M. BE
Henry Rewubdlfoan
Sparland
Clara Tarbill
Indies
Sister Tarbill
Bethel Church
Itla
H. T. Brown
Supreme Court to rule on county treasurer election case
The court considers whether an election is required after the death of county treasurer W E Thompson. J C Law was appointed to fill the term, triggering a debate if the unexpired term lasts beyond one year. The case, People vs John C Stinger, asks Marshall county clerk Kingsley to call an election.
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Supreme Court
J. C. Law
W. E. Thompson
Thompson
John C. Stinger
Kingsley
Ottawa
Craig
of the People
Mandamus
Marshall County
Wrb
AT Gilbert
Palmer
Board of Supervisors
Laa Salle County
Court House Notices and Local Property Transfers
Court house notices list births and family names, with transfers of multiple city lots in Varna, Belle Plain, Wenona, Saratoga and La Prairie. Names include Wm L Ball, Ruth Ann Ball, Mary Etta Munroe, Michael Kemnitz, John Wuetzal, Jane Hartley, Grace Maxwell, Erastus Carrier, John Barrett, Eleanor Blacksty, Frank Fister, and others. The text also advertises a medical remedy for consumption and promotes Dr Holland and Scribner's Magazine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm L Ball
Ruth Ann
DIBO
Varas
Mary Etta Munroe
Dej W Evans Heal
Michael Kemnitz
John W Wuetzal
Lota
Varna Hept
A H Parks
Alto Wilbowuius
Seo
Belle Plain
Jane A_Hartley
Ol Ts
Maxwell
Loumbaria Orit
Erastus
Janes Hastinga
la Prairie
Albert Todd Ani
Mary Houghton
Wenom
Chosa C Smith
Joho N Barrett
Wes O
Whiteheld
Eleanor
Lacy
Frank Fister
Barrest Moikle
Electric Bitters lab among Chicago's great industries
The laboratory for the manufacture of Electric Bitters is one of Chicago's great enterprises employing many workers. Sales are extensive and the remedy is praised for its merit and affordability at 80 cents, sold by J W. Niece.
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Dr King
Chicago
J W. Niece
Electric Bitters and Arnica Salve Offer Cures
Advertised medicines claim cures for stomach liver and kidney complaints and bilious attacks with Electric Bitters sold by J W Niece. Backlien's Arnica Salve touted as best for cuts sores ulcers and eruptions with guaranteed satisfaction and 25 cents per box.
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J. W. Niece
Backlien
Arnica
Fan
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Court House
Peoria, Ill
Henry, Illinois
Goern Bate
Jenkins
C. B. Smith
Bingle
Pate
Mall
V. Becker
Martin’s Hall
W.H. Hircscock
S. Manra Hircscock
America
J G Holland
Scribner's Monthly
Century Cay Publshan
Scribner's
Century Magazine
Dr Holland
Wyatt Eaton
Marshall
Putriam
E. S. Erskine
L. Devault
Ian Rose
Mra
A. P. Webber
Saratoga
Putnam
Joshua L. Mills
J. Palatine
David Swaney
Poland
A. V. Speer
Hennepin
J. W. Hopkins
Granville
DRY Bros. & CO
Peoria
Illinois
Adam St
Wholesale House
Washington St
New York
Worth St
P. CO
Rugwists
Rochester
N.Y
Toronto
Era Wind Engine Pump Co
Ill
J. F. Gates
Grocef
Second Street
III
Queensware
P. S
Comstock, Avery & Co
Ilinois
Tay
Eererouay Wain ST
Mane Ogood
Robert J. Culverwele
Sharly
Culverwell Medical CO
Ann St
LaSelle County
Miinells
John Renz
Lombard
Mary E
John Benz
Joseph Schick
Edwards
Third Streets
Bhoearly
H. W.mateer
Edwards St
Paskell
Duke Brothers
Deering
Boss Farm
E& Your
A. C. Weis
Qoagan
Asic
John Linden
Cleveland
Ohio
Deng & Perfumery
Siqnetore
Hiseon
Bettis
Parker's
Madstrom
Parxar
Hiscox & Co
Arkers Hai
Parker
Soc
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