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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1925
Page
8
Arthur Guinnip announces his bid for Supervisor of Marshall Township subject to the Democratic primary convention ahead of the election on Tuesday April 7 1925.
Heavy runoff from melted snow and rain washed out two abutments of the Paris and Danville railroad bridge over Millcreek near York, causing a two week delay as the rest of the structure is taken down. A sidewalk near T L Mitchell's saddlery shop is condemned as an eyesore on Main Street. A runaway team belonging to Sylvester Eldridge fatally struck John Gagan near his house as the horses dashed toward Castlefin.
The text endorses Daniel Eckel as a capable, honest, energetic candidate for township collector. Supporters urge friends to vote for him in April, praising his fitness for the role and urging endorsement by the community. The notice appears alongside local happenings and social notes.
The individual plans a western Texas trip for health reasons while four men take leaves of absence. His wife and eldest daughter travel to Florida for health, leaving two children at home. The family hopes for full recovery for all. Miss Allie Stevens hosted a Sunday school gathering with music games and prizes, including a first prize picture won by Minnie Parker. Visitors Jennie McNutt and R F Clements visited Mrs Falley.
Frank F Geffs and Hazel S Atkins wed at the bride’s parents home in Moonshine. Geffs will manage a general store there after teaching at the Ohio school. Florence Aterburn of Marshall wed Harry Gullett at Mattoon. Harold D English of Marshall married Ella Vivian Parker of Paris in Paris Presbyterian Church.
The text argues that climbing commodity prices spur a more active buying policy. It notes councils delay, as waiting lowers price a buyer pays, while early orders reduce resistance and boost orders. A rising market is seen as the main spark to business activity and purchasing power.
The article notes December 1924 building activity lagged the year peak by about 15 percent, signaling a gradual easing of housing shortages. It argues costs reductions could boost new business and foresees continued industry activity for seasons to come.
The Gales High School in Belfast closes for the first week Monday evening due to a severe measles and influenza outbreak. About half of the students are sick with one of the diseases.
State of Illinois Clark County notice to legatees heirs and distributees that on Monday April 6 1925 the executor will present final report to Clark County Court and seek discharge from duties and responsibilities regarding the estate of Charlotte Spittler with attorney Everett Connelly and Frank Cole as executor ad notice.
Clark County Illinois calls a special meeting of the Board of Supervisors at the Court House in Marshall on March 9 1925 at 1 00 pm to approve county claims and address other business. Dated February 26 1925. Nathan Bennett W C Hendrix W R Stanfield W B Berkley Roy Hammond Supervisors. To L H Atkins clerk of
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