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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1909
Page
1
Odin Field Drilling Sparks Rush as Oil Boom Near Odin
Operators predict a prolific Odin area as the Benoist farm well nears 60 barrels with gas. Depth around 1583 feet yielded white sand crude, signaling a possibly larger field. Land prices surge with values up to 100 per acre. numerous wells reported in Millis field and Clark county indicate active development and rising investment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odin
Pittsburg
Millnois
Crawford County
Lawrence
Clark
Marton
Jersey
Jasper
Bond
Jackson
Johnson Township
Clark County
North Fork Co. B
M. Partlow
Deverick
New Postoffice in Marshall Reopens Fully Modernized
Improvements to the Marshall post office are nearly complete with new lock box arrangements, a stylish floor pattern, metal ceiling, fresh walls and ample space for clerks and carriers. Lockers for staff clothing and round‑the‑clock access for box renters are featured to enhance convenience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshall Postoffice
Cole
Red Men Issue Base Ball Challenge This Week
The Red Men invite a K of P team to a base ball match with 60 percent of gate receipts for the winner and 40 percent for the loser after expenses. Lineup includes TM heads as pitcher and players like Thos Ri Joy Robson Bennett Sweet Hanks pubeck Dunn Kelser Clem and McHenry with substitutes Wm Dunn Shipe Mor Gibson Shade. Playable any afternoon through the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Men
Thos
Ri‘Joy
Robson
Bennett
J. A. Sweet
F. Hanks
Chas “Pubeck
Jas Dunn
Bert Kel
Ser
Carroll Clem
Warren Mc‘Henry
Ray Huston
F. R. Davidson
Wm. Dunn
W. G. Shipe
Buel Mor
Gibson
W. H. Shade
Weels
DROWNED IN THE WABASH UNDER MYSTERIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES
Coroner Howell was summoned to Dar win to hold an inquest on William Henson a 16 year old who drowned in the Wabash while mussel dragging and anchoring his boat The rope parted causing him to fall into the river he surfaced swam tried to reach safety but sank The incident is linked to an apparent morphine overdose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howell
Darwin
Willam Henson
Wabash
Death of York's Elder Citizen Under Suspicion of Suicide
John Willard, one of York's oldest residents, was found dead yesterday with suspected self inflicted morphine poisoning. Coroner Howell conducted an inquest and returned a verdict of morphine poisoning, accidental, with Willard aged 75. Real estate transfers follow listing multiple property trades and values.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old York
John Willard
York
Howell
Willard
Peculiar Case Of Aging Woman At New Archer Hotel
An elderly woman, staying at the New Archer hotel, aroused proprietor Mr. Block’s curiosity by her erratic behavior and claim she would pay in advance with only old clothes and a set of false teeth. She cites conflicting stories including alleged confinement in a Catholic institution in New Orleans and an assumed stay in Princeton, Ind. Block has asked city authorities for help, but none has arrived.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Archer Hotel
Block
New Orleans
Princeton
Ind
Medical Society Meeting Discusses Gastroenteritis
The Clark County Medical Society met at West Union on August 4 with Drs Haslett Mitchell Weir Bradley Rynearson and Burnside present. They discussed gastroenteritis etiology pathology and treatment noting a likely high child mortality this season and urging diet and sanitation precautions during hot months. A fish supper followed the session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clark County Medical Society
West Union
Burnside
Haslett
Mitchell
L. J. Weir
Bradley
Ryneargon
R. A. Mitchell
C. D. Rynearson
County Superintendent Receives Letter Canceling Institute
In place of Mr Shoop, County Superintendent Drake received a Monday letter from Prof J D Shoop expressing regret that he must cancel his engagement for the county teachers institute next week. He recommends Mr Morris as substitute and cites concerns over topics and coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Drake
J.D. Shoop
Tegret
Teachers Institute
Mr. Morris
Late Walter Cole remembered as self made and loyal
Walter Cole born November 28 1855 in this city died August 3 1909 in his 54th year after long illness He was a self made man known for charity and loyalty praised for public service including one term in the Thirty sixth General Assembly He is survived by his wife Lola Stephenson and daughter Mary with funeral remarks by Rev A W Miles highlighting his steadfast character.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Cole
A W Miles
House of Representatives
Thirty-sixth General Assembly
Walter
Lola Stephenson
Mary
Tragic Wagon Accident Claims Chester Myers
Chester Myers three years old son of Charles Myers of Oliver area was fatally crushed when a wagon driven by his father ran over him while loading oats for threshing. The inquest was held the same evening by Coroner Howell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester Myers
Charles Myers
Oliver
Myers
Howell
Marriage Licenses Page Lists Couples Across States
Grant Stewart 35 of Glenwood Springs Colorado and Evelyn Gladman 25 of Kansas City Missouri. Hampton Angel 26 of West York and Goldie Lima 19 of Melrose marry William C Kirkwood 27 of Casey. Kathryn A Ordway 22 of Lawrenceville and Charley McCallister 22 of Wabash wed Daisy G Hauuk 18 of Wabash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant Stewart
Glenwood Spr
Colorado
Evelyn Gladman
Kansas City
Missouri
Hampton Angel
West York
Goldie Lima
Melrose
Wm. C. Kirkwood
Casey
Kathryn A. Ordway
Lawrenceville
Charley McCallister
Wabash
Daisy G. Hauuk
Muzzle the Dogs Ordinance Reminder Threat Declared
City Marshall Shelton Davis warns dog owners to muzzle their pets under city ordinance or risk dogs being shot. The notice emphasizes enforcement and public safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shelton Davis
City Marshall
Evangelical Church Notice for Aug 15 Services
Emanuel Grand Turn preaches at Zion Big Creek at 10 30 A M German sermon at 3 PM in Marshall union meeting at First M E Church at 7 30 PM J Nitsche pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evangelical Church
Emanuel Grand Turn
Zion Big Creek
Marshall
First M. E
Coal Dealer Promises Best Grades at Right Prices
Advertisement urges readers to buy coal from W. A. Williams claiming the best coal grades and consistently fair prices. The ad emphasizes timely purchase and direct customer handling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Williams
Modern, Cost-Effective Vacuum System Cleaning
A brief note describes cleaning with a sanitary vacuum system for carpets rugs upholstery mattresses pillows and related items. It emphasizes thorough removal of dust dirt and allergens to improve cleanliness and comfort in homes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ithe
Quartet of Paris area youths fined for disorderly conduct
Frank Sims Arthur McKee James Odell and Everett Good from Edgar county near Paris were taught good behavior by Judge Snavely in county court last week. They drank at Thomas Fawley’s farmhouse on a Paris trip and their disorderly conduct led to guilty pleas. Sims McKee and Good were fined 25 dollars plus costs 47 95 each Odell faced an extra 25 for indecent exposure total 72 95.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Sims
Arthur McKee
James Odell
Everett Good
Edgar County
Paris
Snavely
Thomas Fawley
Fawley
Sims
McKee
Good
Odell
Martinsville Farmer Dies by Suicide Over Crop Prospects
James Hurst, a 30 year old farmer living about a half mile south of Round Grove northwest of Martinsville, hanged himself in his hay mow. Family found the body. Despondency over poor crop prospects is the stated motive. Leaves a wife and two children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Hurst
Round Grove
Martinsville
Judges Assigned to Years of Circuit Terms
Announcement lists judges and term assignments for the coming year. Judge Kimbrough will preside October in Vermilion, January in Coles, March in Clark, June in Edgar. Judge Scholfield covers October in Coles, November in Edgar, February in Edgar, May in Vermilion. Judge Thompson presides November in Cumberland and Clark, January in Vermilion, April in Coles, June in Cumberland, and July in Clark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kimbrough
Vermilion County
Coles County
Clark County
Edgar County
Scholfield
Thompson
Cumberland
Clark
Vermilion
Coles
Earhart Confesses to Terre Haute Killing
Charles Earhart led to the scene of Mrs. Vinnie Scott's murder by Terre Haute police where he confessed to killing her. He claimed she attacked him with a club as he slept and that he struck back. He said both were under cocaine influence at the time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Earhart
Terre Haute
Vinnie Scott
Wilder Brigade Reunion at Effingham Dates Announced
Wilder's brigade reunion set for August 17 and 18 at Effingham with General Wilder expected to attend despite advanced age.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilder Brigade
Wilder
Effingham
Salesmen Wanted Two hustlers to call on farmers
Two hustlers to call on farmers offered by the Scarborough Co. in Indianapolis Indiana. Good pay and a monthly earning target of at least 100 dollars. Apply by sending attention to the Scarborough Co. employment office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Scarborough Co
Indianapolis
Ind
Long Beach Letters Describe Gardens and Community Life
A California letter from Long Beach details visits, local residents, and area growth. It notes church dedication plans, prominent families, and a thriving fruit harvest. The piece mentions Pacific Electric progress, Iowa and other state gatherings, and a lively seaside scene with children at play.
Wabash River Praised as Ohio’s Equal for Trade Potential
Tom Morvan argues in the Terre Haute Tribune that the Wabash between Terre Haute and the mouth near the Ohio rivals the Ohio in usefulness if adequately improved. He cites recent low water halting steamers and freight blocks, and quotes Capt James Howard Jr and rivermen Albert Watts and W T Stewart on investigation, needs, and profits from river navigation and year round operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Morvan
Terre Haute
Ohio
Pittsburg
Ohio River
Jas. Howard, Jr
Fowler
Hvansville
Ind
Paducah
Howard
Albert Watts
W. T Stewart
Mt. Vernon
Watts
Fragmented column explores news integrity and distant peaks
The article discusses how publishers face unverified items from readers and the risk of printing falsehoods. It reflects on temptation to share news for reader interest and the potential harm to credibility. A travel aside notes a cycle ride north of the city and distant mountain views beyond Los Angeles.
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Geo P. Baird
Asa B. Rogers
Asa B Rogers
Lawrence Rogers
F. N. Royer
Frank Shirley
Dulaney
Elizabeth Martin
Elizabeth Rogan
W B Archer
Thos HH Fears
Geo J Tuttle
Clarence E Bennett
C E Retnoebl
Lot
Orig Westfield
Alva Dick
Shuey
Ad Westfield
S C. Blankenbeker
R R_ Blankenbeker
Frac
E. B
Medical Society Meeting
Mr. Shoop
J. Nitsche
Pastor
Earhart
McNutt & Cook's
Ee Fiores
California
Long Beach
Calif
Auge
Mattie Kilborn
R R Lynn
Doris
Joe Breneman
Seal Garden
Katie Hess
Tulare
Henry Ramesberger
New Methodist
Long Brach
Yous Doe Stark
Henry Bamesterger Ford
John
Oveaur
Curts & Jennings
Jennings & Pie
Jennings &Graham
Curts
Iowa
Illinois
Kentucky
Teennessee
Marshall's
Herald
John R. Archer
Kernst
Los Angeles
Bonnie Norrell
Ben
Wabash Valley
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