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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1926
Page
1
A fragmented column notes New York stock and Cotton Exchange seat prices, optimistic talk of prosperity, and Rabindranath Tagore's stance. It warns against misused empathy and reflects early 20th century tech pride and global tensions.
William B. McKinley was born in Petersburg Illinois on September 6, 1856 and died in Martingville Indiana on December 7, 1926. He left a legacy tied to early Midwest settlement with ties to Petersburg and Martinville communities.
Four of the five county officers elected in November begin duties Monday as Judge Jed Gard reorganizes his court. County Clerk LeRoy McNary seeks help from former clerk Lem Atkins and Mrs. Atkins while learning the office. Deputies named include Charles Trefz for clerk, Roy Cropp for sheriff, and Ben Legore with Jeannette Briscoe assisting in the treasurer's office. Superintendent-elect B F Holscher will take office in August.
Marshall Township Ministerial Association was entertained by Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Ridgley at the Marshall House with a 6:00 dinner. The business meeting was held at the table. Attending were Rev. G. G. Ross, Rev. and Mrs. D. A. Kroft, Rev. and Mrs. R. C. Mowery, Rev. and Mrs. J. T. O'Neil, Rev. H. G. Wass, Rev. and Mrs. Howard Leach, Rev. I. B. Sipes and daughter Clarice.
Percy C. Stepleton of Houston and Miss Marie Leonard of Houston will marry on January 18 at the groom’s parents home 224 Stiles Street Houston. The ceremony will be performed at the Stepleton residence.
Pupils from seventh and eighth grades created posters to advertise an operetta at the Pythian Theatre under the guidance of Miss Ethel Furst art instructor. North and south side schools participated and several named students made the successful posters.
The county spelling contest unfolds tomorrow at the courthouse with an afternoon written round and an evening oral spell-off. Fifteen top scorers advance to the night contest, with a state trip for the winner planned for Tuesday December 28 in Springfield. Harold Bright heads the event.
Marshall sold to The Ohio Oil Company the former light plant site after four sealed bids were opened. Bidders were Lloyd Pulver 505 Em ery Cox 300 The Ohio Oil Company 2090 and Vic Reynolds 1000. The council also approved an ordinance allowing Central Till nolg Public Service Co to remove poles on several streets.
Clark County Farm Bureau conducted its annual meeting with morning reports and a nominating committee appointment. In the afternoon L J Quasey, director of transportation for the Dandia Agricultural Association, and J G Spittler of the University of Illinois spoke.
Frank Machlean of Terre Haute was accidentally shot in the left hand and left thigh while hunting Sunday with a friend. The friend reportedly did not realize Machlean was so close, causing the injury. medical reports say the injuries are painful but not serious.
The regular Marshall day meeting elected officers for the coming year. C Ss. W. Vern Hunt was named Treasurer and Frankie Bre Secretary.
Members of the Sri County undertakers organizations met at the American Restaurant to discuss business. The group elected officers for 1937 including William Borbes of Kansas as president Boswell Mills of Rodrigon as vice president and a secretary treasurer.
A casual column describes Mickie’s thoughts on spelling and writing under a newspaper shop. It notes learning mechanical skills and article composition while absorbing general information. The piece playfuly urges the reader to grab any chance to be a printer’s helper.
Clark county and adjoining Illinois counties will participate next week in the Clark County Poultry and Corn Show at Martinsville from December 15 through 18. Eight hundred dollars in prizes attract exhibitors from this region, with entries limited to Clark and nearby counties as in prior years. The Clark County Poultry Association of poultrymen sponsors the event, with Henry Huffman serving as secretary.
John Mullen was elected commander of Clark County Post No 90 of the American Legion Monday night to succeed Perce Cox who served two terms. Cox received the gold insignia of a post commander. Other officers named include Leon Cox as vice commander Fred Moore as 2nd vice commander Wood ford Burnett finance officer Howard Leach chaplain Homer Swisher and executive committee members Perce Cox Fenton Cole Jack Cline and Earl J Finney chaired Christmas basket work committee. The event at Charley Blundell's American restaurant drew lively reports from the boys who fed heavily describing the meal and atmosphere.
In a Danville Indiana column W W Ralston agent of the Pennsylvania Railroad recalls that in 1901 he transferred from Amo Indiana to Marshall Illinois and has remained there since. The note highlights the ongoing Amo Marshall connection and the author’s wistful reference to past times.
A notice issued for the county board of supervisors regular meeting Monday at 10:00 AM. Agenda includes county officers reports and consideration of road matters.
Fragmentary note references an American Legion event titled Minstrel Show with unclear details and wording. No dates or locations are legible.
The Wabash Valley board awarded Casey High School the 1926 football title after ruling Jasonville Alumni game violated association rules. The decision cited the Indiana High School Athletic Association rule on non member participation and noted a disputed Jasonville touchdown and subsequent play.
Illinois voters rejected the revenue amendment to the state constitution due to apathy. The State Canvassing Board reported 784,387 missing ballots, with 1,912,714 total votes and 956,366 needed for passage. Downstate and Cook County showed varying support and turnout in the final tallies.
A long list of marriage licenses is given with names ages and locales across Indiana including James V W Rock and Gladys F Fox at Bicknell and Essie M Leggett at Terre Haute. Other couples include Claude Sylvester and Goldie Goodman. Joseph S Smock and Lillian M Haynes. Hubert Covert and Beulah Higgins. Will Ford and Clara Turner. James Floyd Fore and Gwendolyn Baker among many others.
Marshall High rides a thin squad as captain Dwight Martin leads the Red and White against Toledo tonight at 7 30 p m. Only two lettermen return, 30 players tried out, 13 cut with more cuts likely after the opener. Key positions feature Martin at center Buckner at forward while guards battle for spots among Johnson Eitel McGee Lindley Fawley Findley Coombs Castner and Shepler who has the edge on the other forwards. The nine home games and county tourney anchor an 18 game schedule including December to March.
Mrs Dora Musselman was buried Monday at Paris beside her husband Elbridge Musselman after a funeral at the Methodist church led by Rev Howard Leach. She died December 4 in Tulsa Oklahoma where her son Henry resides. Born July 9 1862 in Logan Edgar County Illinois she married February 15 1883. Her husband died January 1923. Children Anna is deceased and Henry survives in Tulsa.
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