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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1918
Page
1
A Washington message argues danger from German and other immigrant citizens over external enemies. It urges harsh measures against traitors, likening courage to Lincoln and urging bold wartime conduct to defend the United States and its war effort.
Mrs. Henry Butler aged 47 died Thursday at her Redmoo home after a brief illness. Formerly Miss Lou Lathrop she was a native of Darwin and is survived by her husband and three children.
The Davideon family received a Saturday letter reporting Frank Davideon’s safe arrival at a French radio station after a 25 day voyage. He has rapidly progressed from a training camp at the foot of the ladder to first class radio operator and is recommended for promotion to chief of the section.
A full program of the annual farmers institute appears on another page. The event runs January 15 at West Union and January 16 at Marshall. A special program for farmers and a department of household science are planned. Night public meetings will feature addresses by State Council of Defense speakers.
At Rich Woods school in Weast field township Miss Etta Hutchens refused a pupil demand for a holiday treat. After New Year some boys reportedly captured the teacher tied her hands and hauled her around, locking her out of the school for a week. County Sept. Bright and State's Atty. Clements restored order and the school resumed with Hutchens in control.
West Union Chapter No 776 O E S held their installation of new officers on Thursday evening. W M Bonnie Harrison W P Will Piety A M Gladys Marvin Sec Nora Nichols Treas Flozza Weir Cond Stella Shawler Asst Cond Nellie Strohm Chap Rosetta Davison Mar Meida Carlyle Org Emma Alexander Adah Georgia Seigel Ruth Sarah Mundy Esther Anna Lowe Martha Mae Gard Electa Priscila Mauk War Nancy Lindsey Sent Frank Lowe. Mrs John L Whiteside presided as installing officer and Miss Jessie Elizabeth Rook installed marshal. Flowers presented to WM AM and installing officers. A gold PW M pin presented to retiring WM Teressa Lowe. Hall decorated in patriotic colors with chapter colors. Refreshments served late.
Monday night the city council saw a transformed city hall with a reversed council seam, the mayor’s throne moved to the south end, new steel ceiling, and planned painting and decoration. Treasurer Greenough reported a crash balance of 13,610 dollars, while Colester Claypool noted an excess of receipts over expenditures for the first time in two months amid talks to amend the BIA posting ordinance lowering the fee.
Washington dispatch reports Provost Marshal General Crowder outlines a policy making all men who reach 21 since June 5 1917 eligible for class one. The plan shifts quotas by class one numbers, foresees 700000 new eligible yearly, and credits public support and civilian effort for the draft system's success.
A York judge Chauncey Myles was awarded 1400 in circuit court Thursday night after appealing the island levee association assessment for repair. Several other land owners filed similar suits as the case spanned multiple days.
The case of Carol Burns was dismissed on Friday for lack of prosecution after the warrant sworn by the girl's brother failed to appear when the case was called for trial. Paris Beacon reports.
J. G. Pollard, former Casey schools teacher, volunteered last summer and served with the 71st Battalion at Camp Taylor. He has been transferred to the engineering corps, promoted to corporal, and recommended for a further advance to sergeant or a second rank.
Mrs W D Griffith born April 30 1861 daughter of John and Mary Morton died after apoplexy at her brother James A Mortons home near West Union She married Warden D Griffith in 1883 and leaves sons Roscoe Morton Griffith Tulsa OK and Lieut John A Griffith Camp Funston KS Also survived by siblings and relatives Funeral at Congregational Church Marshall with interment in Marshall Cemetery.
Erastus H. Baird died after a brief illness last Thursday at Anna Illinois. The Marshall resident was 77 and a Civil War veteran who served in the 30th Infantry and the 133rd Indiana. He married three times and leaves a wife Elizabeth Griffith a son Ben T and many relatives. He joined the Congregational church in 1892 and was a longtime G A R member. Interment followed in the city cemetery.
David Kile died at his home west of Marshall last Friday aged 33 from bowel consumption after a brief illness. He married Mise Lole Smith on August 16 2012 and is survived by three sons his father four brothers and two sisters. A Grace A B church member for 14 years he was described as a kind husband father neighbor and city son. Funeral services were held Sunday at the Marshall United Brothers church led by Rev RF Bedson.
Mrs. Mary Willams died on Monday at the home of her... at Dunlap after complications from an illness. The report notes the deceased, with details about the residence and circumstances surrounding the death.
Government policy reduces passenger trains to free rolling stock for freight. Two Big Four trains are annulled: the northbound train at 10 05 am and the southbound at 6 02 pm. Vandalia schedule remains unchanged for now.
Last week the W B Archer Post G A R installed new officers: A T Cole Commander Elisha Claypool SVC James H Myers JVC J R Dow Adj L G Archer QM A L Howerton Surg L Neal Chap A G Dow OD Kibby OG Chas White S M Garrett Burkett QM 8 A L Howerton Trustee
New officers of the Marshall lodge R A M will be installed Friday evening with H M Dewey as high priest Carl Taubeneck as king L A Wallace as scribe W T Pratt as captain of host Dr E B Behner P 8 J L Whiteside R A C Olen R Clements M 3 V A R Deaner M 2 V Ren T Baird M 1 V Fred Gorham marshal and Leroy Anderson chaplain.
The 18 month old Thelma White, daughter of Mr and Mrs Paul White of Gary Indiana, died after a cradle fire started when two other children played near the stove. The mother briefly left the room and returned to find the cradle in flames. The funeral was set for Livingston today.
Nat B. Lee widely known Casey merchant dies suddenly Thursday morning January 3 after a four day illness. He was active in horse buying and shipping and remained a prominent local businessman with thousands of friends.
Transfers include Kate E Thompson to James Crow for a 31-9-11 mwne valued at 2800. Emma Burkhardt to Victor Reynolds 80 acres 36-11-12 for 9000. James Brady administrator to Frank Cole 90 acres 23-12-12 for 1800. Harry Fredenberger to Mary Washburn pt lot 4 bik 18 Archer's lot Marshall 31000. S W Gallatin to T M Custis lots 2 and 3 Deahl's subdivision Martinsville 1200. Annie M Colvin to Kenneth V Colvin 2 lots West Union 169. 1st Natl Bank Martinsville to F G Holsapple pt lot 6 Andersons addition Martinsville 1760. Eva Perkins to Lillie Chapman 70 acres nw 29-10-14 for 1500.
County farmers expressed interest in organizing a Farm Bureau and hiring a county farm advisor. A meeting at the courthouse drew about 60 farmers from all townships except Johnson after sending out 90 notices. State agent Mr. Collins explained the plan. dues are 16 for three years with $2100 yearly from the federal government to cover expenses.
Weather and market notes from Glendale document a rare mild New Year with 66 daytime and light frost at night. Milk and hay prices reflect drought era economics while local life includes reports on the Glendale Daily News and touring Pasadena Rose Parade.
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