Union Thanksgiving Service and County Poor Bid Notice
A historic multiplex fragment includes a public notice: bids for Clark County Illinois poor care from March 1, 1911, due December 11, 1909, with farm-use terms and contract conditions. It names committee members John Thompson, Silas Elledge, and W A Byram. Other readable items mention a Thanksgiving house party guest list from several states and districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Committee On
Clark County
Illinois
J John Thompson
Silas “Elledge
A. Byram
Westfield Grand Jury Criticized for Mutinous Conduct
The Westfield Review reports accusations from a juror about a last session grand jury mutiny. Statements claim conspiracy by several members to thwart actions of the state's attorney and foreman with noisy demonstrations and ignored motions. A special grand jury may be proposed to probe the conduct.
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Westfield Review
Terre Haute Bank Robbery Confession Linked to North Manchester Heist
Clyde Simpson a telegraph operator at Duane yards near Terre Haute was arrested after leaving work and confessed to taking part in the October 19 North Manchester bank robbery. J Warren Lease the cashier suspected the trio as they entered the bank. The robbers fled after a shootout, pursued by townspeople, and escaped into the woods. Simpson admits involvement in the holdup. Nearby, Charles Jennings of Hindaboro faces accusation of brutal abuse against a seven month old infant, with reports noting ongoing social consequences.
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Clyde Simpson
Duane Yards
Big Four Road
Terre Haute
Railroad
Manchester
Simpson
Lease
Thanksgiving Prayer From Empty Hands
A reflective verse by D. Nesbit in St. Louis Globe Democrat laments lack of wealth yet preserves a grateful heart. The speaker refuses hollow gifts or pharisaic praise and vows resilience, counting strength over material spoil while acknowledging trials and distant lines from fair houses and rich lands.
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Fhee
Pay Promptly or Delay Brings Guilt and Debt
The author argues that delaying payment while able harms workers and communities. Even wealthy individuals with cash should settle debts quickly, as most creditors need timely payment. Paying when possible clears conscience and strengthens trust, urging moral action to avoid systemic neglect.
Real Estate Transfers list midwestern petty sales
Real estate transfer records show multiple parcels changing hands. Wm Weiland sells to Claude Newman a tract in 29-12-13 for 3000 dollars. Jas A Richart sells two lots in Martinsville to Fred McFarland for 250 dollars. Jesse Emery sells a Martinsville lot to Dora E Stateler for 1000 dollars. Sol Handy master sells a Westfield tract to Alva Biggs for 5100 dollars. W Orrell sells NW NE S 26 and E% NE NW 26-9-14 for 4000 dollars. Ernest Goodman sells a Casey lot to Geo C Statley for 875 dollars. Angeline Burnett sells a piece in 19-10-14 for 600 dollars. Roscoe Buckner sells interests to Sophia Griffith for 1900 dollars. Jac R Emrich sells two lots in Casey to H F Orr for 50 dollars. W K McDaniel sells two Martinsville lots to G E A Salmons for 1200 dollars. G E A Salmons sells to W E Russell in Bame for 2600 dollars.
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Wm Weiland
Claude Newman
Jas A Richart
Fred McFarland
Martinsville
Jesse Emery
Dora E Stateler
Sol Handy
Alva Biggs
Westfield
W Orrell
T H Bennett
Ernest Goodman
Geo C Staley Lot Casey
Angeline Burnett
Roscoe Buckner
Sophia Griffith
Jac R Emrich
H F Orr
Casey
W K McDaniel
Russell
Oil Company Leases Cemetery Trustees Accept No-Drill Covenant
Trustees of the White Church cemetery lease the land for a 2000 bonus. The nine to ten acre tract carries a no drill limitation and prohibition on use of the land for the oil company. Ohio firms had sought leases around the cemetery to drill, but the trustees accepted a proposal to lease while never drilling.
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White Church Cemetery
Ohio
First Literary Program Promised for December Third
The article notes the first literary program will be held December 3 at the high school. It mentions Mr Blaine's reciprocity theory receive a jolt when a foreign photographer photographed all classes. The Clark County Teachers Association plans a meeting at the high school Friday and the M T Hess girls quartet will furnish the music.
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Blaine
Clark County Teachers’, Association
M. T. Hess
Kean
Wood
Urb Jai
Foss LN Raof
First Move in Option Fight in Paris Illinois
John W. Perry of Springfield, district superintendent of the Illinois Anti-Saloon League, informs the Paris Ministerial Association that saloon interests seek an election on local option. Petition forms will be circulated to secure 25 percent of township voters, with filing due sixty days before the election set for the first Tuesday after the first Monday in April. Conference planned early this week to map campaign strategy amid heightened tension.
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John W. Perry
Springfield
Ilinois Anti-Saloon League
Paris
Too much talk undone Mickey Mec Cann in City Court
In Terre Haute, Mickey Mec Cann faced a $1 fine and costs after pleading his need to support a Martinsville family. The judge considered suspending the sentence, noting Cann had already spent $80 in two days, but rejected the clemency plea and held firm on time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mickey MecCann
Martinsville
Terre
Dr Frank G Smith to Lecture at First Congregational
Dr Frank G Smith of Chicago will lecture at the First Congregational church next Monday evening Nov 29 on The Progress and Problems of a Great Country. The church quartet will sing prior to the talk and tickets are 50 cents from church ladies or Kelfer's drug store.
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Frank G. Smith
Chicago
First Congregational Church
Kelfer
Small town notes and religious events mark week
Rabbit hunting season opens as residents share visits in West Union Martinsville and Blue Grass. Preaching planned Sunday morning and night if weather allows. Local talks include temperance lecture by Rev A M Kirkland. Miller and Snavely families visit kin and hospitality noted.
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Jona Spayde
West Union
Wm. Medsker
Martinsville
C. W. Cornwell
Rhuamy Gayhart
Mabel Thompson
Alice Snavely
Clark Medsker
C. E. Thompson
Chester Hix
Blue Grass
Willis Chapel
A. M. Kirkland
Marshall
Milo Baker
Chas Hodges
Onie’ Thomanpson
Afra
Theodore
Ohio
W. Thompson
Mensker
Musgrave
Bonville
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