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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1919
Page
2
The Marshall city schools prepare for a new year with upgraded buildings and a strong teaching staff. Superintendent Harry E. Slusser says enrollment should rise and invites patron cooperation. Children six by January 1, 1920 are eligible. none start after the second week.
Christian Science Sunday service announced for 11 00 a m with Wednesday evening meetings at 8 00 in Pythian theatre. Rev Cleveland R Dierlamm will preach his farewell sermon at the Sunday morning service with music. Sunday school at 9 30 am focused on Temperance Learning Self mastery. boys and girls urged to bring their quarterlies. Remember the Sunday school convention Tuesday and Wednesday in the Methodist church.
Traveling evangelists received permission to hold religious services in the county jail on Saturday. They were accompanied by the sheriff and his deputy, and the evening included songs and a short sermon.
Ovie Draper and Lucy Henderson of Darwin were married Monday evening at the county clerk's office by Squire Emerson.
George O. Baird son of Mrs Anna Baird and former editor of the Marshall Herald, has struck oil in Homer Louisiana. One well yields 1500 barrels daily and another promising well is held back by lack of tanks. A reported offer of one million dollars for his holdings was refused.
Gladys Seaton celebrated her 18th birthday with a Sunday home gathering after church. A large group attended, sharing baskets and a lawn feast arranged by Mr and Mrs Thomas Seaton, including many relatives and friends such as James and John Greenwell, Ancil Updegraff, the Ryans, the Shawvers, Sinclairs, Hackneys, Connellys, Andersons, Hall, Inman, Welsh, Bishop, Kelley, and Chancellor, among others.
The Clark county sanatorium board met in the courthouse with Dr L I Johnson Casey president elect for 3 years Judge H R Snavely Marshall secretary elected for 2 years Mrs Jayne B Kerr elected for one year The county joined 32 others in Illinois to use a state law for a county sanatorium a tuberculosis nurse and free clinics Frank W LeClerc of the Illinois tuberculosis association outlined options if a sanatorium is not provided The board will seek approval from the board of supervisors at their Sept 9 meeting to secure funds for local operations
Clyde Ince, 25, Sumner, weds Evelyn Zimmerly, 24, Paris. Xanopon A. Pappajaferopoulos, 40, East St Louis, marries Samaragdo L. Rose, 24, Casey. John T. Doran, 69, Martinsville, to Mary E. Dodd, 65. Ovig Draper, 35, Darwin township, to Lucy Henderson, 20, Darwin township.
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Delegates from Clark county Sunday schools meet at Marshall's First Methodist Church Tuesday and Wednesday for an annual convention. Speaker C B Schenck, former Marshall man, outlines leadership training and county reports while outlines of the program include services, Bible messages, conferences and officer elections.
Masonic lodge invites all Masons to two B A degrees on Wednesday September 3. Real estate transfers include G W Moore to Rey Wheeler lot West Union for 600 dollars and many parcel sales across West Union Casey York Marshall and other areas with values from 1000 to 38125 dollars. Listings show multiple deeds including Mamie Hogue J A List Eliza Stephens and Andrew J Maring among others.
Siebert Wilson eighteen son of Clem Wilson north of Oliver was seriously injured Sunday when thrown under a moving truck. Two ribs on his left side were broken and his left lung injured. His head bruised in three places. He and two other boys had tried to use another car but could not keep air in a tire. They moved the Clayton Spittler truck from Overland garage and returned to the entrance. Wilson fell from the truck as it turned and the rear wheel struck his side. The driver stopped quickly and Dr. Mitchell reported the patient is doing well.
Strader of Westfield and Edith Murphy of Marshall married at the bride’s uncle Albert Fasig’s home near Martinsville Sunday morning August 17. Rev. Reese officiated. Both teach in Redmon schools next year after graduation and teaching careers.
Rev O Neal closes ministry at Marshall Christian Church and accepts call from Hardinsville and Flat Rock churches He will reside in Marshall and serve local residents in multiple capacities
A nine o’clock Monday morning entry at Shipe’s hard ware store left $65 gone from an unlocked safe drawer. Sheriff summoned. a suspect from Terre Haute was questioned and released with no evidence. Shipe warns this as a lesson on caution.
Ed Garwood custodian of the courthouse questions how a colonnade from the belfry ended up at the south roof edge. A wind or natural force placed it there, appearing like a stovepipe. Investigation found a second pillar was loose and could fall anytime.
A H Hix, secretary of the Clark County fair, promises the biggest fair yet with daily attractions. Soldiers and children highlight today, old settlers day tomorrow, soldiers again Friday, and fast horse races Saturday. Expanded livestock exhibits include new hog pens and larger space.
Fred Keifer of Marshall reports the state fair had its best exhibits yet with superior livestock and full industrial displays. Secretary B M Davison says gate receipts exceed those of 11 years, crediting Marshall residents. Joe Thompson and sons won premiums on their herefords while other Clark county farmers reportedly earned money.
Velma Sullins announces a piano recital by her pupils at 4 00 p m Saturday in the Congregational church. Participating performers include Lucille Shoemaker Mary Johnson Marguerite Brady Ruth Abel Merritt McGowan Sylvia Ritter Drucilla Dreaner Elnora Fishback Irene Stewart Frances Smith Mary Casteel Glen Ritter Mildred Edmonds Kathryn Baird Doris Wallis Faye Williams Kathryn Smith Alma Davison Ellen Dixon. The public is invited.
J E Millhouse acquires the Mitchell building on Sixth street and plans extensive repairs to house his plumbing business. He intends to move soon and add a display window to show stock. The current building will be taken over by H M Dewey and Co.
A playful piece imagines a heavenly newsroom where subscribers pay on time, advertisers send copy early, and all staff ring in with news. It riffs on a journalist's wish list and the perks of a well-run paper.
H. C. Bell describes 6000 returning Marines marching along Pennsylvania Avenue from the peace monument to Lafayette Square with President Wilson reviewing the parade. He notes a sea of spectators, diverse faces, and the flags while commenting on the slow progress of the peace treaty and League of Nations.
The Illinois Bankers Association holds its annual convention in La Salle September 3 to 5. Topics include blue sky investments, Federal Reserve system, member bank status, cash item collections, and Liberty bond care. Robert F Maddox will speak. James W. Good and Hon W L Nolan will address on budget and government needs.
The Marshall club issued invitations for a reception and dance to be held tomorrow night. The Catherine Roberts five piece orchestra of Chicago will furnish the music.
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