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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1912
Page
8
A Methodist church announces an address by Dr W H Hollister of India next Sunday morning. The talk promises a message of substance and invites all to attend free seats. Other services follow the usual hours, signed Chas B Taylor Pastor.
The Christian Church invites all to Sunday school at 9 30 led by Roy Hunt superintendent. Preaching at 10 45 and 7 with morning theme The Christ of Galilee and evening The Beginning of Crime. Prayer meeting Thursday at 7 on The Christian's Hope Rom 8 14 25. Pastor D B Burt.
The Evangelical Association lists Sunday school at 9 30 a m Y P A at 6 45 p m and preaching at 7 16 p m I H Griesemer is the pastor Wednesday prayer service is at 7 15 p m.
Sunday school at 9 30 a m morning services 10 45 a m evening services 7 Junior C E at 2 30 p m Prayer meeting Thursday at 7 p m This meeting begins 16 minutes earlier this week on account of piano recital at 8 o clock Wm J Drew Pastor.
Fragmentary text mentions a Democratic primary and a State Representative race. References Staciuncel, Yor, Daren, Hurst, and a candidate list. Context suggests discussions of candidates and party details without clear results or dates.
The candidate sought renomination but withdrew from the race with an understanding he would be the candidate this year. Hurst and friends remained loyal to Briscoe and may secure a clear field in the county. Mr Poorman of Charleston will be a renomination candidate.
A writer contrasts President Tafts orderly routine with today’s rapid age noting that useful acts often go uncredited. The piece laments the public’s failure to recognize fine abilities and faithful service, arguing merit should be acknowledged even when outcomes seem smooth.
Louisville funeral directors clash as L. D. Bax seeks to retain standing in Falls Cities Funeral Directors' association after using a motor hearse without consent. The group had a rule requiring member consent for automobile use, aiming to limit expensive equipment. Bax obtained a temporary injunction to block his removal.
An advertisement urges buyers to compare fence weights, claiming American Fence costs no more than lighter makes and will prove superior. It touts heavy wire for durability and urges dealer weighing of rolls, boasting Archer & Casteel of eastern Illinois as the largest local stockist of field and poultry fence and barbed wire.
A public sale is set for March 16, 1912 at the Trefz wagon yard. The listing includes the Watson stallion known as the Black Dandy, two spot ted mares, two cows, 19 hogs and a single harness set. Seller is Mrs. Alice Trefz.
The family of W H Keyes extends thanks for kindness shown by neighbors and friends during their bereavement.
Corvallis Ore The Oregon Agricultural College announces a unique fraternity course in highway chemistry by Professor John Fulton. It covers physical and chemical aspects of tars bituminous products asphalts sands gravels rocks and related highway ingredients. Concrete testing and chemical changes under exposure and weather will be studied along with surface protection such as viscous alls.
The Baptist church reports revived services are in progress after eight additions to the congregation. Attendance is solicited by I. B. Lee, the pastor.
Barny & Hines or their representative offer 20 000 acres cut over timber land 16 000 acres timber 25 000 acres land part in cultivation located in Miss La and Ark at very reasonable prices. Exchange considered for good land or income property if clear of incumbrance. Geo B Walker Robinson Illinois listed as contact.
Beulah Maurer and Charlotte Shad have been sick. Vern Washtler returned home Saturday from Terre Haute. Nellie and Annie Salter spent Sunday with Ruth and Hazel Gelsert. Several from this place attended the funeral of Wesley Beard on Monday. Lish Sharley of Armstrong spent one day last week with uncle Tom Whitson here. Otis Bell and family of Clarksville spent Monday at Rudolph Kuhn's home. There was no school here Monday due to the sickness of the teacher. Miss Bertha Gullnip.
Republicans of York Township convene at West On You Baturi Maral AG at 20:00 to elect officers and discuss convention plans. The event aims to organize local effort ahead of upcoming party activities in Sienna township.
A historical note discusses wedding presents as a relief for donors unsure what to give and recipients tired of choosing gifts. It suggests a church collection in a bag to fund the young couple, reducing awkwardness and avoiding costly wares.
The piece questions how endorsements from friends compare to manufacturer claims. It argues that personal recommendations, especially from strangers, are not reliable proof of merit and urges readers to seek local testimony and verifiable evidence before trusting cures or products.
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