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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1956
Page
1
In the April primary many voters wrote in Tom Drummond for Clark County circuit clerk. He accepted the fun but decided the race would require too much effort and withdrew on Wednesday. He will focus on enjoying life.
Edwin Greenough and his grandson Paul Greenough of Whittier California arrived in Marshall Tuesday to spend three weeks visiting their sister Mrs. C A Dixon and other relatives. Edwin left Marshall in 1910 and Frank left in 1919.
Zion Ladies Aid met Thursday afternoon July 19 in the church basement with Miss Verna Finkbiner presiding. Devotions were given and readings shared. Refreshments served to listed members and guests. The August 1 gathering will be at Mrs. Laura Junker’s home.
One hundred seven youngsters have registered for kindergarten in the Marshall Community Unit School District with enrollment expected to reach about 150. Handbooks and registration forms have been mailed to eligible pupils and should be returned promptly to aid planning. Parents who have not received materials should call 3235 or write to A J Tyler elementary supervisor Community Unit Schools Marshall Illinois.
Prairie Rambler 4-H Club met at Paul Wilson's home on July 19 with members Jack Strohm leader Kenneth John Joe Sue Macke Nicky Pat Ann Nichols Ronnie O Rourke Linda Scotty Strohm Paul Wilson Julene Cline Risalee Wright. Guests included Patty Miller Bonnie O Rourke John Forsythe Kathy Mott Larry Kannmacher Barbara Kannmacher and others. The meeting led by president Gene Lindley opened with minutes, pledges, and a much enjoyed wir e roas t and hay ride.
Mrs. Harry Reynolds, operating a wringer at her home north of Marshall, caught her left hand, causing cuts and crushing injuries. She was taken to Union Hospital in Terre Haute for treatment and then returned home.
Dr and Mrs Frank T Mitchell recently bought the Will Rector home opposite the North Side school. They have begun dismantling the two story building and plan a modern three bedroom ranch style house with basement and two car garage facing North Eighth Street.
The Golden Age Club met at the fairgrounds on Saturday afternoon with twenty six attendees. Miss Bessie O Neal led scripture on righteousness and nations, followed by readings from Mrs Helen Hurst and others. Mrs McDaniel spoke on July events and notable people born in July, concluding with reminders of Christian principles in national symbols. A picnic lunch was served during the social hour with contributions from local grocers. The next meeting is scheduled for the third Saturday in August.
Thelma Spittler and others convey land to Elmer Littlejohn in section 24 township 10 range 14 for $1. Ora E Beard transfers to Roy Beard land in sections 8 9 16 22 township 10 ranges 1 14 for $10. Thelma Stanfield to Donald Sams conveys blocks 8 9 Woodford Dulaney addition Marshall for $1. Edna Winters to Frank Stanfield conveys lot 2 block 1 Gard second Martinsville for $10. James Bennet to Pearl Bennett conveys land in section 36 township 11 range 13 for $1. Lester Noyes to Gertrude Rathjohn conveys interest in land in section 13 township 10 range 13 for $1. Trude Robjohn conveys interest in land in section 13 township 10 range 13 dated June 16 1936.
The 1956 concert season closes Thursday night August 2. Crowds have been good this summer and the band thanks the public for its cooperation.
Beulah Newlin sues Arden Newlin for divorce in circuit court. The filing seeks dissolution of marriage, with hearings to determine support and property division. Parties listed as residents of the same county.
Lester W. Reed and his daughter Beverly, long time parade riders in Southern California, will participate in the Fiesta Del Pacifico parade in San Diego on Saturday. Beverly rides Candy the palomino in a Spanish costume while Lester guides Doctor Domino, an Appaloosa stallion.
Roy F McNabney and John G Bier seek documentation of the first post rider dates and the opening of the Indiana to Illinois stage routes that carried the old National Road era. They note a 1820 Vincennes line and 1823 Palestine to Vandalia road, pushing for named pioneers and dates by 1824 or 1825.
The Linton reunion gathered at the Marshall fairgrounds on Sunday July 22 with numerous Linton relatives from Terre Haute Dayton Greenfield Martinsville and Marshall. Attendance included Kenneth and Beulah McCosh Florence Dengier Arthur Linton Douglas and friends Lavina Steele Pauline Meda Lou Izola Richey Judy Will Cunningham Phyllis Lloyd Hendrix Sharon Chester Linton and many others. Next year’s reunion will be held at the same time and place. Martha Joan Moore a DePauw junior received a National Methodist Scholarship covering tuition and fees up to 400 based on academics leadership church activity and need.
A local report notes shoe shining now costs ten cents daily, up from five cents on weekdays and ten on Sundays. Rush Dolson, 14, of York township, earned a state university four year certificate. A marriage and social events summary follows with details on a bride’s parents and a large attendance at St. Mary’s church lawn social. Marriage licenses issued include Dennis Bennett and Hazel Geeman.
A Friday night blaze in Martinsville consumed the Conklin novelty store and Lindley restaurant on Main Street with contents lost. Adjacent Henry Ishler furniture store sustained considerable damage. Several marriage licenses issued in Johnson township listed. Attorney Arthur Poorman announces candidacy for State's Attorney. Melrose notes Eugene Baker profits from skunk farming with multiple pairs on his farm. Dolsdh item reports Hanis hay harvest paying two dollars daily and scarce labor unless neighbors swap work.
Thirty Years Ago 1926 marriage licenses list Golden Carpenter 22 Melrose to Rose Washburn 17 Anderson. Russell R. Hutchens 23 Dolson to Anna M. Hendrix 21 Auburn. Marion E. Clapp 20 Dolson to Hazel Monck 20. Grandview Fire destroyed storage tanks and warehouse at West Union when a gasoline engine backfired, Diamond Petroleum Co. representative Lloyd Pulver Marshall local. Fred and Mrs Fred Smith moved from Casper Wyoming to Albuquerque New Mexico. Vern Spotts reports 20 acres of wheat yielding 3914 bushels per acre. Paris issues license to Henry M. Sidenbender 21 and Elva Cline 23 Marshall.
Twenty years ago Edgar Crumlin's barn on Harlan Evans' farm burned early Monday. The loss included 15 to 20 tons of hay and straw, about 100 bushels of corn, harness and tools with no insurance. Also noted are local market sales and home-building groundwork near Marshall.
Ten years ago in 1948 the Miller home two miles east of Martinsville was consumed by a Thursday morning fire. New arrivals include John Morton and wife of West Union with a baby girl born July 21 and Mr. and Mrs. John A.
The Board of Education in regular session voted to issue the remaining 47000 in bonds, part of a 750000 total approved September 1954. Plans include South Elementary bids 275000 Gymnasium 183000 and shops 77000 with total project around 780000 including architects fees and interest.
The Wabash Home Bureau met Thursday night at 800 o clock at Mrs Agnes Welsh home with Mrs Mary Olive Stoelting assisting. Treasurer Mary McGee reported 68 dollars from the cream social with Virginia Davis hosting. Plans outlined for a family picnic at Armstrong church on Sunday August 19 at noon DST. Marshall Blue Ribbon 4-H club led by Dorothy Shirely presented songs and talks. Elizabeth Webster spoke of a Washington DC trip as Peter Mack’s guest. Girls demonstrated table setting and framed old masterpieces. Clothing was modeled and 4-H chair Jessie Welsh spoke on its value gifting each member. Members listed include Margaret Ann McGee, Bessie Carpenter, Polly Cork, Elizabeth Webster, Karen Stoelting, Barbara Siufman, Dee Ann Beltz, Sharon Stout, Nancy Doll, with other 4-H mothers and guests attending. Twenty-one members and ten children were present.
Donald E. Tingley aged 28 of Marshall and Patsy Marie Gills aged 18 of Paris obtained marriage licenses.
Lindy, a son, named Larry Adam, born Monday July 8. Dr. John Weir died at his West Union home early Friday morning of last week. Mrs. Fred Geisert, northwest of Martinsville, died Tuesday at Paris Hospital after three days of treatment.
At a Mecca Cafe breakfast the Marshall Chamber of Commerce board chose Joseph R. Macey as president and Maurice Staub as vice president for the year. A secretary treasurer will be chosen at 4:00 p.m. Thursday. Committee chairs were named in several areas and a minimum budget of 1500 dollars set. Retiring president Benton Marrs and retiring secretary J Earl Finney thanked members for cooperation over the past five years.
Clark County Fair announces a baton twirling contest on Friday afternoon August 10 with four classes for different age groups and a majorette group. Prizes include 15, 10, and 5 dollars for top three in each class, with winners performing Friday night. Entries due by Monday August 6 at 6 00 CST to Dorothy Clark, secretary.
Mr and Mrs Paul Jason of Chevy Chase Maryland announce an 8 pound 6 ounce boy named Mark Allen born July 22 They previously have a son Mrs Jason is the former Phyllis Zimmerly Mr and Mrs Robert Jean announce a 7 pound 6 ounce girl named Judith Marie born at Union Hospital Saturday Mrs Jean is the former Barbara Gunder er and Mrs Dean Burkybile Route 1 Marshall announce a daughter Karen Louise nine pounds five ounces born Wednesday morning July 25 at Union Hospital Terre Haute
The Evangaliers from Harrisburg Illinois will present a gospel song program at Snyder Church next Sunday night July 30. The event promises a full evening of spirited gospel music.
Armstrong M L F attended two wiener roasts on a Friday at the home of Martha Sherer rural route 5 Paris. Food included wieners potato chips and soft drinks. Games followed the gathering with guests Barbara Laufman Margaret McGee David Martin John F McGee Dean Fowler Harold Bierbaum Max Lockhart Charles Setzer Sharon Stout Elizabeth Webster Clara Bartram Atta Lynn Darlena Loutrelle Setzer Mrs Dorothy Shirley and Mrs Mary McGee and Gary.
A large gathering of relatives from Wichita Indiana Illinois and Kansas met at the Marshall fairgrounds last Sunday for a family get together. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Merle James and Linda and Vickie of Wichita Mr and Mrs Charles Shade of Clark Center Mr and Mrs Berry Morris of Anderson Mrs Imogene McConchie Mrs Opal Thompson Mrs Cecil Gagen Lon Vick and Lola Victors all of Paris Mrs James Gillum of Vermilion Illinois Mr and Mrs Darrell Shade and daughters of Tuscola and Janice and Davide Gagen of Marshall.
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