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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1915
Page
2
In a remote county, a father believing his son is dead travels to fetch the body. The son, severely injured, boards a train and hides, returning to the depot where they unexpectedly meet, renewing a strained bond as misunderstanding fades.
A local theatre hosts a Thursday night event featuring an impersonator amid a committee fund drive. Guests are invited to attend and bring friends to hear the performer and discuss upcoming expenses and the next season.
A Miss Emma Margin letter praises the Carnegie Library of Greenup urging continued support. The town approved a two mill tax raising about 800 dollars yearly for library service and Mrs Carnegie contributed 8000 dollars for the building. The letter notes 4000 volumes and monthly circulation between 900 and 2000 with 840 township cards issued.
Tibbs sold his picture show and lease on the Pythian Theatre to Photoplay Amusement Co a lay ington IH for headquarters. Homer Shepherd is president. Hill is general manager. Shouse closed the theatre last week for repairs and the new company will run a strong chain of picture theatres serving Marshall with the best moving pictures.
Harris and his wife observed their fiftieth wedding anniversary at their home near West Union on March 12. Relatives present included Mrs. William Julian of Clinton Indiana, Mr and Mrs Perry Bostic of Paris, Mr and Mrs Andrew Melvin of Robinson and Miss Bernice Harris of Memphis Tennessee. The aged couple are both in poor health.
Mrs Emmett Greig died Sunday at age 58. She is survived by her husband and two brothers Dr Edward Pearce of Marshall and Thomas Pearce of Darwin Township. Funeral services were held yesterday with interment in Brick Cemetery.
The obituary notes Heywood of Casey was found dead in his bed Sunday morning after a long heart illness. Duran and Morris at the West End Wagon-Yard announce a sale of live stock and implements on March 26 and request owners with stock to notify them promptly.
A 16 year old girl from Casey was found incorrigible by the county court yesterday and ordered taken to the state school for girls in Geneva.
An obituary item notes a family tragedy detailing the death of a mother aged 252 years and her two year old infant, with the oldest child about five. Separately, Republican conventions are scheduled across Anderson, Melrose, Orange, Darwin, and York townships on Saturday March 20 with times ranging from 2 to 4 PM under county chairmanship.
Police report a Terre Haute family suffered multiple fatal and near fatal injuries in a Monday home attack. Three adults and two children died. three other young children were hospitalized in critical condition. The father, a telephone lineman, is thought to be the suspect or connected to the incident.
Republicans of Clark County assemble to nominate circuit judges. Delegates instructed to vote as a unit and to fill vacancies day of the convention. Hansay Jr Hollenbeck nominated for circuit judge with unanimous endorsement. remarks by Judges Snavely Connolly Bright Ruffner.
The Terre Haute police chief Ed Holler testified about a systematic conspiracy to rig local elections. He said Mayor Roberts ordered 20 machines from west end saloon keepers to haul fake registrants and that false names were registered across Sixth ward precincts and First ward precincts.
Delegates to the supreme judicial convention were elected by the county central committee meeting Monday. Morris Logue was named chairman with Sol Handy as vice president. several named delegates from Casey, Marshall, Martinsville and surrounding towns were chosen. A resolution to endorse Scholfield, Kimbrough, and Craig as judicial candidates was rejected.
The Herald reports three men Jacob Cooper and Robert Bair from Martinsville were sent to Anna insane hospital last week as their insanity stemmed from drug habit. Judge Ruffner asks the Herald to note that drug habit victims may be admitted and given free treatment at any state institution upon request, travel paid by railway fare only.
Special services for universal peace will be held at St Mary’s Church next Sunday with Catholic churches nationwide taking part. The program begins with high mass at 10 o clock, followed by exposition of the blessed sacrament, vespers at 3 PM, and at 7:30 PM rosary, benediction, and special prayers for peace.
The pastor Leo I. Hhrhardt says Sunday services depend on weather and health. Morning service at Tramanvel Grand-Turn Church and evening service at Zion Big Creek Church planned if permits. Everyone is invited to attend.
In Circuit Court filings, a case titled Cecil Fry vs Eu Fry seeks divorce with Jeffers et al mentioned in a partition action. The document lists Ben Duran Sidey and others amid various proceedings including appeal from the district.
Marriage licenses issued to Emmett Sims and Lottie Ruth Baker in Martinsville and Grove areas with associated names to confirm couples listed for wedlock. Officials note licenses granted in local records as part of civil registry.
A large crowd greeted Rev. Russell Stark a former Marshall boy at our church last Sunday. His message offered aspiration and help. The Junior League plans a social Saturday at 2:30 in the basement to raise funds and send a case of eggs to Mattoon Memorial Hospital.
The Pythian Motion Picture Theatre postpones reopening planned for last night due to motor generator start up issues. Management aims to have perfect running order and promises a strong program as they prepare to open Friday night in a well equipped city venue.
A Weatherford, Oklahoma family writes of renewed Herald subscriptions amid snow and rain. They report 320 acres with animals, netting over $2000 last year and potential property value around $15,000. The letter notes health, a married eldest son Luther on a farm, a grandson, and a son Dinner at home, with memories of Clark County.
Postmaster Handy received his commission Sunday and assumed the office yesterday. Mrs. Cole has served eight months beyond her term and made an excellent record with general public satisfaction. Expected changes in the office are anticipated despite civil service laws, but none announced yet.
Keisler buys Dulaney property and moves soon. Cannaday family relocates to Homer Chenoweth house. Mrs Stricker and Mrs Brown hosted guests. Sunday school and local visits noted. Austin Tobey switches from Democrat to Republican, urging others to join.
The grand jury adjourned Friday after a strenuous week, returning 18 indictments. Pleas entered not guilty for Merle Lovers burglary and several other defendants. Cases disposed last week include divorce actions, assumpsit judgments, and foreclosures with amounts listed.
The notice details numerous property transfers among individuals and trustees, listing buyers, sellers, parcel descriptions, and prices. Transfers include parcels in divisions 20-16-14 23 acres and other lots, with amounts ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars, noting vendors such as JA Lippincott, Cc B Crane, and Rebecca A. Good among others.
Township taxpayers learn that the tax books will remain open only a few days longer under Carley the collector. Residents are urged to settle assessments and avoid penalties.
Mr and Mrs Jeroma Galistin express heartfelt thanks for the many kindnesses shown by neighbors at the time of the death of their baby.
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