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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1948
Page
2
J B Cunningham of the University of Illinois urges careful study of any farm lease. He notes farms vary in productivity and size, buildings differ in condition, and landlords and tenants do not share the same qualifications. A farm adviser can help set up a proper lease.
Don Michael M Smyser of Orange Township Route 2 Martinsville and William Volk of Route 7 Martinsville were riding in Volk s 1933 Chevrolet when the car left a pavement near the Harry Setzer home east of Marshall about 10 00 p m Wednesday and struck a culvert abutment Both men were taken to St Anthony Hospital Terre Haute by Moore ambulance
At 11 15 p m on Friday a midnight service begins at the Congregational Church with a 11 30 p m candle light procession and carols prior by a boys choir and a girls quartet Dr Guy A Cox will officiate with brief remarks There is special liturgy and several vocal soloists and a 26 voice adult choir with 12 boys in the boys choir
Recruiters from Danville Champaign Mattoon and Paris attended a sales conference and dinner hosted by Clark County American Legion Post No 90 in Marshall on December 22. Donald C. Marcoot spoke on rural sales approach and technique while dinner by Mrs Vivian Roth drew high praise and the staff thanked the Marshall Legion for hospitality.
The Buckler farm near Martinsville, an 84 acre property, sold at master's sale at the east door of the Marshall courthouse last Saturday for 10 478 dollars to Bruce Buckler, who acquired the land seven miles north of Martinsville.
Thieves entered Martinsville High School after a Tuesday basketball game and reportedly stole about 65 dollars. No injuries reported and no suspects listed. Proceeding authorities initiate standard police investigation and security review.
Lyman Keith Shawler 28 of West Union marries Doris Eileen Lawrence 20 of West Union. Harvey B. Gillespie 48 of Marion Illinois weds Iva F. Schenke 40 of Marissa Illinois. James R. Outright 19 Casey weds Delilah Jo Ann Graham 16 Casey. Robert H. Boesiger 24 Marshall weds Mary Isabell Clouse 19 Marshall. John A. Bierbaum 22 Marshall weds Berniece White 24 West Union.
A December 1 1948 note to rural carrier Fred Moore of Marshall Illinois warns that if parcels arrive when no one is home the kitchen door will be left open and two dollars will be left in an envelope for COD packages. The letter emphasizes trust in Mr Moore and mentions a COD two dollar provision.
Mr and Mrs Sam Zimmerly returned Thursday evening for a visit with his parents Mr and Mrs Eds Zimmerly of 814 Hickory Street Marshall and other relatives They have been stationed at Frankfort Germany about two years where he works for the State Department They plan to leave Sunday for Englewood California for a visit with her relatives then return to Marshall about February 1 and report to Washington DC for further orders
The High School poultry club under director Vaughn Keep aims for above average results by keeping detailed records for the year. A Christmas Vespers program at the Methodist church featured soloists Joane Crawford and Albert with Miss Berneice Brosman as organist and Miss Jean Darlington at the piano. Ministers Reverend Clyde V. Erwin Reverend Eugene E. Stauffer and Reverend G. A. Cox attended. Paris Hospital admissions and dismissals from December 15 to 22 included Mrs. Morton Nave and others from West York, Marshall, and Casey with surgical treatments and discharge messages.
Multiple 1948 deeds transfer parcels in Marshall and Martinsville. Fred and Esther Strohm convey part of Jot 4 in W Dulaney addition to Alfred and Griselda Junker for $1. John McKenney and Emanuel Finkbiner align in land transfers with Walter L. Dillier and Frank Cole trustee roles in sections 20 and 24. William Wallace deeds property in Richarts Place to Charles E Scott and Lela Jean Scott for $1.
The 95th Illinois Education Association meeting will be at Hotel Sherman in Chicago from December 28 to 30. Delegates from Clark County include Mrs. Mae Gordon Casey and Essie Traviloli Marshall with alternates Genevieve Perkins Marshall and Austin Sweet Martinsville. Irving F. Pearson calls it a pivotal gathering on improving educational opportunities amid enrollment growth teacher shortages and facility needs.
Homer G. Bradney of the Illinois Veterans Commission warns holders of original NSLI policies that these policies expire daily through December 1953. Veterans should renew for five years or convert to alternative plans and contact their local IVC office to verify status, with the Clark County office in Marshall available each Wednesday afternoon.
The Industrial Arts Club met December 20 and scheduled a Christmas party for December 23 despite a GAA Dance that evening. Mr. Porter announced a Cannon 300 model engine prize for the best car boat or plane model entries.
The Commercial Club met Monday during the activity period with Phyllis Zimmerly presiding. Officer Betty Thompason read last meeting minutes. Joan Crawford read The Littlest Angel and led Christmas songs while Joan Wryrick shared a Christmas poem. Cake and ice cream were served.
The Hi-Y boys held their annual Christmas party Monday evening at James Nelson's home with Alfred Bennett assisting. Games contests and the Christmas Story began the evening, followed by refreshments and a Christmas tree with a present for all.
The High School Student Council held a Christmas party Tuesday afternoon December 21 for students and faculty. Albert Tingley led carols, Rosemarie Abel read the Luke Christmas story, and C. W. Heller told The Story of the Other Wise Man. Santa Claus distributed ice cream.
A December 17 school assembly in the high school gym featured NBC stars Robert Drumm and Nelson Sabim. Drumm performed classics including Polonaise in A flat and Clair de Lune while Sabim sang The Vagabond Song Go Down Moses and Blue Bird of Happiness.
At the Latin Club meeting on Monday December 20 absent members would not be required to pay that month's dues. The program included a talk Roman Holidays by Betty Hadley a poem by Wanda Sweitzer and Latin carols followed by refreshments. Arthur Hurst of Chicago visited over the weekend with Mr and Mrs Frank M Hurst of South Sixth Street.
In York township the Sunday school workers announce a Christmas convention at the Brick school house to promote more effective service. Also reports on lectures by F Knox, revival at Butternut church, and obituaries and marriages in nearby towns.
Mrs. Sarah Reed died at 84 in Anderson township with burial at Blue Grass. Robert L. Dulaney is a candidate for West Point entrance on March 18. P. W. Spittler wed Miss Elsie Schlösser in Anderson township, Rev. Dierlamm officiating. Harry Leatherman returned from Camp Hancock with a captain's commission. Miss Cora Newman visiting, a nurse who would have gone to France January 1. A marriage license issued in Terre Haute to Joseph Lochnam and Annie Breneman of Marshall.
A reader notes that twenty years ago in 1908 John Hawker resided on route 7, marking a referenced local life event from that period.
A Diesel engine breakdown at the Marshall light plant left the city without current from about 6:30 Wednesday morning until 3:00 a.m. yesterday. A man from Brazil Indiana brought a portable Delco outfit and pumped water to supply the city and provide light for workers at the plant.
Carroll Taubeneck of Fresno arrives midweek to spend Christmas with his brother Everett Taubeneck and family in Bay Port Michigan.
Marshall residents report attendance at the Illinois State Horticultural Society gathering in Urbana last week on Wednesday Thursday and Friday. Ruth Green marries John Cassady son of Dan Cassady and Mrs Cassady. Mrs Cassady works as a stenographer for State's Attorney Victor Miller. Cassady is a baker.
Ten years ago Marshall schools closed for Christmas vacation and will reopen Monday January 2. A surprise house warming for Carl Patchett and family was held last Wednesday. Mrs. George Bradley aged 70 fell and broke her hip and was taken to Paris Hospital. Illinois Normal University students from Clark County headed home for the holidays.
A check forger operating in this section of Illinois uses the names John White or John Paige. He is middle aged, wears overalls, and enforces a number on the check for farm labor. If located, notify Sheriff Russell-Perisho or Marshall Police Chief Sam Bradley.
Mrs. Norman Cork presents Wanda Switzer in a piano recital at Armstrong Methodist Church on Wednesday December 29 at 7 30 p m Assisting are Harry Setzer vocal Ray Farris reading Program includes Beethoven Pathetique Grieg Butterfly Liszt Leibestraum Chopin Nocturne Chopin and more Reading Prayer of an Angel Nearer My God to Thee and other sacred pieces The public is invited to attend.
Through the courtesy of former member George Abel the Christmas picture Unto us Saviour is Born will be shown at Zion Evangelical United Brethren church on Sunday at 7 30 pm. The public is cordially invited to attend.
Marshall churches join national observance January 3 to 7 with services each night in a different church. Ministers will exchange pulpits and speak at partner churches. Coordinated by the local Ministerial Association with cooperating ministers to be announced.
Mr and Mrs Elmer Stover left Tuesday for Hot Springs New Mexico for a visit with Mr and Mrs Thomas Sartan and other relatives.
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