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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1914
Page
1
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a man linked to military service and family, with references to a widow and two daughters. The text includes stray names and phrases about honors and a coronation, but lacks clear dates or locations.
In a brief from NSCs Washington bureau, officials outline a marked state advance in early policy discussions. Details emphasize coordinated efforts across agencies and potential funding shifts affecting regional programs.
The readable portion does not reveal a coherent event, names, places, dates, or organizations to summarize into a factual headline and card.
A Martinsville barn was struck by lightning on Friday causing three horses to die and others injured. Firefighters battled the blaze as the structure burned at the scene.
A long desultory account records a county meeting in contentious mood. Proceedings include bid reconsiderations, a final award to Mr. Keithley at a bid exceeding the Herald’s figure, and debates over widow’s pension funding and road repairs. Names of election judges and local towns are listed.
Grief stricken family and friends gathered as funeral services were held last Friday at Grand Tarn Church officiated by Rev Leo Barhardt and Rev Joa Craig. Remains were laid to rest in Marshall Cemetery.
Court held objections to water and mineral bonds sustained as to assessments under old and new road laws. Railways opposed the double taxation scheme, affecting the event’s outcomes and potential remedies.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a Congregational church listing service at 9 30 with preaching topics and dates unclear. The text references a sermon about a sleeper at the church and a related incident or account, but specifics are obscured by garbled characters.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a hole, gas, a well, and machinery terms with scattered words. It references Casemeter and fern, but the text is incomplete and unclear about any event, date, or outcome.
Bereaved family expresses heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors especially Grand Tata 8 for kindness and sympathy and floral tributes. Joe Williams aid family asks parties interested to be prompt and pay dues at Zeigler cemetery.
Fragmentary obituary indicates Mrs Elikofer married in 1874 to Bowman or Steward with one son Emmett. Husband died in 1909. Emmett reportedly became cathokie soon after. Survived by husband and two brothers George and See Bréthiren. Marshall mention appears.
A local report discusses reckless driving and dangerous acts on the road. It notes a recent incident where a windshield was destroyed and nearly caused death, urging severe penalties for such acts and marking this as a repeating problem in the area.
Evangelical Association reports successful Children's Day events last Sunday at Grand Turn and Big Creek churches. The total raised for missionary work reached 44.18, with 27.80 from a sivelope collection and 16 from the Big Creek offering. Pastor Leo Ehrherdt announces sermons at Grand Turn in the morning and a Children's Day program in Marahill in the evening.
Sunday school delegates from throughout the state and internationally gather in Chicago for the State Sunday School Convention. An estimated 5000 men are expected in the parade with 500 bands providing music, as pastors, superintendents, and teachers unite for inspiration and statewide representation. Correspondence is encouraged with county secretary Jerry Dshler in Martinsville or county president G.B. Anderson in Merstiaus.
The fragment outlines motor vehicle rules including speed limits and equipment like tail lamps, dash indicators, extinguishable devices, and penalties. It references town country distinctions, distances, and general safety requirements, but the text is heavily corrupted with unclear punctuation and missing context.
A garbled OCR fragment lists names such as Jesse Gallatin and Clyde Walters along with scattered terms like Langs, Case, and mortgage style figures. It mentions mixed references to land parcels, acreage, and dollar amounts, but the overall structure and specifics are unreadable.
The following teachers have been employed to teach at Casey-Bub schools for the coming school year beginning in September. Thompson Wyatt Littian Pool Nigs Tilite Brandt German History aide. Miss Kelly-land Brooks Wright Cox Mine Dwyer Josie Roberts Eleanor Franklin Bonnie Fort Rae Price mixed grades 4 and 5 Leta Sherman.
George W Correll born in Sulivan County Indiana on August 28 and died May 21 1914 at age 15 years in the obituary. He was married to Burton in 1878 and left five children including three daughters and several grandchildren. His wife died in 1898 and he was described as an industrious man with many friends in life.
Patron buyers praise the experienced Florist Dr. Jacksonville as highly recommended and ready to take charge of the greenhouse business. The county treasurer warns delinquent property tax sale will occur next Monday with unpaid parcels auctioned.
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