Mattoon businessman for Republican Senate seat
John H. Hamilton of Mattoon announces as Republican candidate for state senate in the 34th district subject to primary. A long-time Coles county figure, he is a former sheriff’s deputy, former Coles circuit clerk, Mattoon merchant, and active Mason, Knights of Pythias, Odd Fellows, Elks, and Knight Templar. He is married to Kate Van Detren of Charleston.
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John H. Hamilton
Mattoon
Ig Ffi
Electien
Hamilton
Coles County
Coles
Mattoon Township
Illinois voids many marriages after out‑of‑state unions
The Illinois Appellate Court declares re marriages within a year by divorced persons, even when performed in another state, illegal and prosecutable. The Nehring case triggers possible remarriage musts, inheritance losses for children, and widespread legal doubt. A separate Cairo wreck near West Union kills rear brakeman Harry Osbrook and damages trains.
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Ilinois
Appellate Court
Cairo
West Union
Harry Osbrook
Caboose
Osbrook
Real Estate Transfers and Prices
H G Castelgan to Mary M Oginen entry for Fort Lot a 1 and 2 in Arboher's 1st Marshall listed at 3500 dollars. Walter M Knapp to L D Secrest pt lots 23 and 24 in org Martinsville at 11000 dollars. Naomi Shanks to J A Lingafelter T 1245 acres sections 36 9 14 5825. Sarah A Briggs to Walter Jones pt sw se 15 9 14 at 105 dollars. Annie L Watson to R E Watson Jr pt lot 2 bik 9 orig Westfield at 1 dollar. Richard Caffrey to John M Manson 122 acres 2 11 12 at 2173 dollars. Michael Ulrey to Martin H Uslrey w% e% nw 9 9 13 at 1226 dollars.
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H G “Castel
Gan
Mary M.oginen
Lota
Oher
Marshall
Walter M. Knapp
L D Secrest
Orlg
Martinsville
Naomi Shanks
J A Lingafelter
Sarah A. Briggs
Walter Jones
Annie L. Watson
R E. Watson, Jr
Orig Westfield
Richard Caffrey
John M. Manson
Michael Ulrey
Martin H. Uslrey
Snedeker Case Settled in Paris Court
Judge Scholfield convened court Monday morning in a case involving L. L. seeking $10,000 damages for his wife's affections. The suit collapsed into a private settlement with each party paying costs. Gilt was granted a divorce from his wife as part of the terms.
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Paris
Scholfield
Seewill Famein
L. L
Revolutionary Soldier Captain Disputes Herald Error
Captain Byron Anderson corrects the Herald's reference to Uncle Jimmie McCormick claiming he lived in York and noting he died at age 110. He asserts McCormick lived several years at Darwin and was involved in western exploring expeditions. burial records exist in Darwin Cemetery. A moving sale and auction are announced as preparations proceed.
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Byron Anderson
Jimmie McCormick
Herald
Parker Shields Declared Candidate for State Senate
The issue carries Rev. Parker Shields of Charleston as a Republican candidate for state senator before the primary. A Methodist leader born in Indiana, Shields rose from a log cabin start to lead civic fights including opposition to liquor.
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Parker Shields
Charleston
Shields
General Conference
Warren County
Ind
Eastern Illinois Normal ‘School
M. HB
Clitjes
Republic
Advertisers urged to use local papers over mail order houses
The Herald argues that merchants in Marshall area should adopt mail order style advertising to reach buyers. Local merchants can best reach customers by using Herald advertising space rather than relying on mail order tactics.
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API
Marshall Territory
Herald
Notice to Subscribers On Paid Subscriptions
Notice to subscribers to check the paid date printed after their name on the paper margin or wrapper and remit immediately if in arrears The Postoffice Department requires subscriptions be paid up or the paper discontinued during delinquent periods.
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Postoffice Department
American Fence Sold by Archer & Casteel
Three more carloads of the Above fence arrive. The American fence uses tough steel wire and galvanizing for protection. Available in all weights and sizes, it is easy to install and hard to break down. Call and examine.
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Archer & Casteel
Leased a Fishing Lake by Local Company
A local company led by Harry Du cer and others including Dr J R Burnett Judge BH Connally V o Le Cole Idwin Booth and O H Wheeler leased Cry a lake west of the city. Details are unclear but the group intends to keep the area patrolled and stocked with bass and other fish.
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Harry. Ducer
Dr. J. R
Burnett
Judge BH
Connally
V.oLe- Cole
Idwin
Booth
O.H. _Wheeler
Crya Lake
Tora
Dane
Gine
Mixed Administration Ends as Hearings Continue in County Court
John Hanks appointed administrator of M E Hanks estate without bond resigned after two final reports. B D Jones named successor. evidence shows Hanks used his wife’s capital in his own business. Will valued estate at 6000 with equal real and personal. now none real, about 1700 personal. Creditors claim over 4600. expected recovery under 25 cents on the dollar. Further hearing scheduled this afternoon.
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John Hanks
M. E Hanks
B. D. Jones
Jones
Hanks
Duzan and Bacon wed in Hindsboro parlor ceremony
Joe Duzan of Marshall and Miss Effie Bacon of Hindsboro were married last Sunday afternoon at the bride's parents home. Rev H E Crane officiated before a large guest group. Civilities included a three o’clock ceremony, refreshments, and many gifts. Attendees included Mrs Richard Duran of Marshall, Mr and Mrs Cecil Parker and family of Tuscola, Mrs Walter Hearn and Juanita of Oakland, and Rev H E Crang and family.
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Joe Duzan
Richard Duzan
Marshall
Effie Bacon
C. S. Bacon
Hindsboro
H. E. Crane
Mrs Cromwell Pearce Dies After Illness in Ander Son Township
Mrs Cromwell Pearce of Anderson township died Saturday in Anna hospital after a siege of typhoid fever and mental derangement. Her husband died about four weeks ago. She leaves a son and a daughter. The body was brought to this city and funeral services were held Monday at the Christian church, conducted by the pastor with interment in the city cemetery.
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Cromwell Pearce
Anderson Township
Anna
Christian Church
Marriage Licences Noted for Local Residents
Laton Parker of Casey and Margaret M Snearley of Yale appear in marriage licence records. James Richard Brooks and Marie Peters, both of Casey, are listed. Other entries include Claud C Huckaba and Inez Grace Martz of Martinsville and Otho Davis of Casey with Goldie Brossman of Martinsville.
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Laton Parker
Casey
Margaret M. Snearley
Yale
James Richard Brooks
Marie Peters
Claud C. Huckaba
Inez Gracé, Martz
Martinsville
Otho Davis
Goldie Brossman
Charey Curts
Martha Noy Nary
Afartinsvile
Edwin L. Forester
Edpa
As Brown
Gasey
Geen
Wagon Yard sale in West Side property auction
The West side wagon yard property was sold at public sale. The purchaser appears to be Jacket Dfidhey with a price around 250 dollars. The report includes unclear notes on payment and other unrelated entries from the same notice.
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West Aide
Jacket Dfidhey
Weat Union
Women Vote Movement Reaches California City Glendale
A Glendale note reports California cities including Long Beach and Los Angeles moving toward women suffrage with elections set. Los Angeles totals reach 190 000 registered voters, with 107 000 men and women rest. The piece comments on Socialist activity and fear of economic impact if Socialist candidates win.
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Glendale
Calif
Gite
Russell Stark
College Glee Club
Glee Club
Chicago
Russell
Marshall
Joe
Lou
Long Beach
California
Los Angeles
Tropito
Igiere
Hhe City
Yous
Big Dali
Gago
Wildernsset
Woili
Baer
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