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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1923
Page
11
In the present general assembly session the Republican ranks show discord and legislative stagnation. Of 550 senate bills and 798 house bills introduced, only 19-21 have passed both houses, with around 40 bills overall enacted. Remaining days promise little beyond budget and road bill passage as many measures sit on shelves.
Russell Jones and Vance Thompson pleaded guilty to assault and battery on Vern Carpenter in Squire Craig's court Monday. They were fined $5.00 and costs. Seniors Have Class Day at the high school featured class history by Lonu ise Plaster, class prophecy by Kathryn Potter, class will by Lowney Turner, class poem by Edwin Booth, speeches by Duane Prust and Professor Edwards, and school orchestra music.
A warrant is out for Hart Winer charged with forging the name on three checks. One was cashed at Dulaney National Bank, another at McDaniel's grocery, and the third at J W Lewis & Son grocery. Miller bought groceries with the forged checks and received change, then disappeared. authorities seek Winer.
A large crowd estimated around 1600 attended Marshall's sales day Monday despite heavy rain. Shoppers reported exceptional bargains and interest remained high regardless of the weather.
John Brandenstein William Ferris and Roy Cropp will receive the third degree in the Knights of Pythias lodge at a Terre Haute chapter Thursday night. The greater part of the local lodge plans to accompany the three candidates and celebrate the meeting.
Owners urged to pay charges for cleaning lots in Clarksville cemetery as notices circulate for due assessments and clean up efforts. The message calls for prompt payment to cover maintenance and prevent further action.
Forty seniors will graduate from Marshall Township High School in a 8:00 p m ceremony at the Pythian Theatre. Prof L W Williams of the University of Illinois education department will speak. Tickets go on sale May 31 at City Drug Store.
Fire caused by defective wiring reported at the home of J. M. Turner on Saturday afternoon. Fire department arrived to contain the blaze. Several holes burned in walls and ceilings with smoke damage. likely extensive repairs needed.
The county schools commencement took place Saturday afternoon in the Methodist church. Rev. Pettit delivered the commencement address with the subject Close to Development.
A large Shriners caravan en route from Los Angeles to Washington, D. C. stopped in Marshall for luncheon and a concert. Uncle Joe Cannon and Representative Holaday spoke as the caravan toured local churches and the Zorah Temple band performed. The crowd celebrated the youngest Shriner Leroy Cross, eight months old, who had traveled about 10 000 miles.
The $10,000,000 offering of soldier bonus bonds was sold today in Springfield to a syndicate of twenty one banks led by the Guaranty Company of New York City for $10,008,000. Representing bidders were W. E. Lang and B. Noft of Chicago and J. D. Harrison of New York.
Senior class baccalaureate services were held at the Methodist church Sunday night despite bad weather. The high school orchestra opened with an overture and march, followed by a church choir musical program. Rev. C H B Pattit delivered the baccalaureate address with a vocal solo by Miss Myers of Terre Haute.
The West Union Baptist church hosted the first combined high and grade school graduation with 11 graduates. Rev. Pettit of Marshall gave the address on The Challenge of Tomorrow as special musical numbers enhanced the ceremony.
Jake Remlinger and Goldie Tabscot were riding when the vehicle slid over a north National road embankment near James Cork’s home. The crash flipped the car two to three times. Remlinger suffered a badly injured spine while Tabscot had minor injuries but helped pull him from the wreck. Doctors expect Remlinger’s recovery.
The junior class at the Methodist church banqueted seniors Friday night in a ship themed event called the Port of Youth. Hank Wallis and his Super Six Orchestra provided music along with a violin cello piano trio.
Brenton Wise a 16 year old high school student died Friday morning. he suffered measles typhoid fever and heart trouble. He recently graduated from the eighth grade. Funeral services were held at his grandmother Mrs A Kuhns home on South Fifth street with Rev Ardie Groves officiating. Burial followed in Marshall cemetery.
Fragmentary OCR notes announce a church service at 8 09 p m next Sunday led by Pastor John J Hogan Ansiuvest Marys Church. The readable text names Marys Church and indicates a time associated with the upcoming service.
The board of health reports city water supply is pure and typhoid germs are absent. Chlorination is used most of the time. One typhoid case occurred from a polluted well. all wells are impure. The HERALD investigated after concerns about chlorinator use and wells being pumped dry.
Prohibition officials report steady gains in enforcing the national prohibition act as Washington prepares for a Shriners convention touted as the city’s largest gathering. President Harding plans a June trip to the Pacific coast and Alaska, with several speeches and a push to shape public opinion on world affairs.
Casey leads the Martinsville led Grade School meet at Martinsville with Westfield second and Marshall third. In high school events Routledge and Ferris claim wins in the broad jump and mile run while Cole places in sprints. Marshall earns several thirds and a relay second place.
C R Johnson owner of Golden Crust Bakery reveals a rebuilt large oven, increasing capacity and improving heat control. The move aims to boost production efficiency and product consistency for daily operations.
Milo Baker was fined 300 dollars and given thirty days in jail after pleading guilty to bootlegging. He had been on bond.
Herman Little former Spittler Garage salesman has reopened the Marshall Cafe in the Odd Fellows building on West Main Street. It plans to open for business about Saturday. Water and Light notices warn delinquent bills must be paid or service will be cut after the 10th and advise safety precautions for electric wires.
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