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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1909
Page
1
The Illinois Swine Breeders Association plans to petition the state legislature for funds to pursue a serum-based cholera prevention program in hog herds. The method involves drawing blood serum from tails, disinfecting, and repeating until tail removal, with the animal then slaughtered to extract remaining serum.
At the annual stockholders meeting in Marshall the board elected directors Wiel Athon J W Graham Pritchard and others and re elected officers with L Athon as president J W Graham as vice president R H Brown as cashier The venue noted substantial local happenings including a winter visit by Jenke Gasiiway and a $300 000 estate sale in the east with collectors pricing noted
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The text indicates that the county superintendent's office will conduct the teachers examination. Readers should consult the official notice for exact dates, locations, and eligibility requirements as provided by the county education office.
A chaotic scene interrupted proceedings as Meron and Serb staged a confrontation. Officials halted the event amid rising tensions, with security tightened as both sides faced consequences.
A 1909 centennial year is foreseen with birthdays and events of Abraham Lincoln Cyrus McCormick Wendell Holmes Poe Mendelssohn Fulton and others. Celebrations are planned nationwide in the United States and abroad highlighting the legacy of Lincoln and key figures in science literature and industry.
State's Attorney Connelly filed an Information against Charles Bigg on ten counts for selling in toxicants and against Onstie a Montey Ben Brist for running a gambling house on Brain Street. Also charged are John Phillips and Chuck Kohli with gambling. All have posted bonds for appearance in county court next week. Additional similar cases expected.
Westfield residents are urged to back an interurban project by funding mortgage bonds to finance a center town line on State Street. The Westfield Review notes discussions with Terre Haute and New York Darties and emphasizes bond funding as a condition to start spring construction.
Officials report slight damage from the event with no injuries. The scene remains under inspection as investigators gather details.
Mayor Bell staged vaudeville stunts as council handles west side sewer district. The ordinance failed on legal grounds and was referred to the ordinance committee for amendments. Officials plan a new measure extending to the high school and southern city limits. Treasurer cites 378.78 balance, water and light receipts 1505.95, fines total 3.60, and street name changes plus an electric rate cut to eight cents per kilowatt.
Farmers institute gathering set for next week in Oybe with local growers and agricultural officials expected to attend. Speakers will cover crops, market trends, and farm management practices.
Clark county farmers institute set for next Thursday and Friday in the courthouse with Prof S A Forbes and Prof Agt as principal speakers. A large display of corn wheat oats clover seed potatoes and apples will feature prizes such as farm gear cash and university short courses.
The city team defeated the Ohio Oil Co. by 228 pins across three games. City led 156 pins in the first game, Oil Co. mounted a comeback in the second, but the city held firm in the third to secure victory. Plans call for selecting a city representative as more games are secured with out of town teams. Scores of games follow. Illinois Will Help In Movement to Improve the Wabash River. The movement to clear river obstructions and render the Wabash navigable will gain support from southern Indiana. Gallatin County residents aim to circulate a matching petition to that from Gallatin and White counties. If identical to Senator Hemenway’s petition and referred to the chief of engineers, it may influence the decision. Illinois interests are keen due to the river as a transportation route.
University of n Tinotz resumes after a two weeks Christmas break. Names include J H Forest Mary C K Rowland Irvin Honderich Brany Cockrell Marshall Rodney Bell Great York Parcel West eld Will and Delt Fishback stay in Urbane for vacation.
Jamis A. Martey as conservator of Mrs. Indiana Whitesell sues Samuel A Stemen Central College and United Brethren Publishing in Paris Indiana to recover 3200 dollars and a 6500 dollar estate alleging transfer of property while Whitesell was insane and without consideration. The chancery action seeks to set aside deeds conveying 160 acres of KanS05 land and a Westfield home and lot amid claims of undue influence and fraudulent practice. Stemen defends saying charges are false and he and Whitesell had no knowledge of her mental state at transfer.
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