24 Oct 1917
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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1917
Page
1
A Washington column laments lack of martial bands amid wartime mobilization. It notes soaring government construction for new employees, a growing population, and calls for drum and fife parades to arouse enlistment. The reader is urged to invest in Liberty Bonds to fund the war effort.
The second Liberty Loan drive ends next Saturday and Clark County has raised only about one third of its $730,800 share. Banks reported sales totaling 216,160 with deposits from Dulaney National 75,000 Marshall State 25,800 State Bank Martinsville 27,000 First National Martinsville 20,000 First National Westfield 18,500 First National Casey 27,700 Casey National Casey 19,500 Eagle Bank Casey 66,650.
Sugar famine spreads as Marshall grocery stores report scant supply and warn customers a full restock may take two to three weeks until cane and beet crops are marketed. President Hoover warned of the sugar shortage.
Joseph M Horrall of Washington Indiana and Miss Ruth Stewart daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Stewart will wed at 6 o clock today at the bride’s parents home south of the city Rev Mr Hudson officiating. They will reside with the Stewarts for the present.
Marriage licenses issued for Alexander Handley and Sarah Alice Linabury of Cumberland County Clarence Wilhoit and Opal McDaniel of Edgar County Milo Gordon Green of Melrose Township and Lela Ima Guyer of Hutsonville James H Davison and Pauline L Ditzenberger of Anderson Township William Bolin of Sullivan and Jessie Gray of Martinsville Otto Heinzelman and Nellie Sartor of Terre Haute.
Mrs Josephine Dunlap wife of T N Dunlap died yesterday afternoon at her home near Dennison of apoplexy after being struck last Friday. She was 69 and survived by her husband seven children Dora Foletta Fanny Patton Roberta Dunlap Georgia Dunlap Joseph Dunlap Ella Jessie Welsh and six grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in Dunlap church probably Friday afternoon.
Alexander Handley and Sarah Linaberg of Cumberland County wed by Rev. J. I. O’Neal at the county clerk’s office Wednesday at 2. Otto Heinzelman and Nellia Sarton of Terre Haute married quietly by Rev. J. I. O’Neal in the clerk’s office Monday at 11. Milo G. Green of Melrose and Lela I. Guyer of Hutsonville wed October 19 by Esquire Edward Emerson. James H. Davison of Anderson and Pauline L. Ditzenberger of Anderson united at the evangelical parsonage Saturday evening with Rev. J. L. Buyer officiating.
A reader criticizes Clark County men for not uncovering hats during a school parade honoring the National Emblem. The letter urges a local campaign to salute the flag, citing Chicago’s wartime example and a Tribune quote about showing proper respect with hearts over heads.
Clark county chaired a special election with light turnout as voters approved a 112000 bond issue to improve the National Road by a wide margin. Several townships weighed in small majorities against, while Marshall, Casey, Martinsville, Westfield and Wabash supported the measure, signaling broader state paving plans into Washington City. Work is set to start next spring, aiming to lift the region out of mud and spur county road improvements.
The Red Cross lunch at the fair raised 177 dollars for chapter funds. Nabisco box recycling for Christmas kits is urged. The Marshall Chapter annual meeting is set for 3 30 pm Wednesday Oct 31 in the court room to elect directors with officers to follow. New members are listed from Marshall Ernst Weatfield Terre Haute Whittier Calif and others.
Logan Myles and Merida Williams of York township fought Saturday night over an old feud. Myles fined $5 and costs. Williams fined $3 and costs after appearing Monday. William Watson fined $3 for contempt after swearing in court. Edward Todd of Douglas township bonded $300 to keep the peace. J. S. Mundy awarded $60 against William Cline for breach of contract.
Land records show multiple transfers including Lucinda Vanpelt to T W Phillips for eight lots in Auburn at 550 dollars and various parcels in 18-11-10 and 32-11-10. Other notices list transfers to Flossie Stoelting, Lola Sachs, Roy J Chilcote, Eleaser Dill, and W C Funk with prices ranging to 6950 dollars.
Headquarters urges rapid completion of knitted articles with sweaters prioritized and sent in. Marshall knitters should deliver finished items to Gorham's Bazar for collection as the chapter anticipates a second yarn shipment within a few days.
John Gray of Marshall came home from Camp Taylor last week unable to pass the physical examination.
The piece urges universal bond purchase to support troops in France. It argues that every man, woman, and child with earnings should contribute, with banks and big business initially funding much of the issue, while appealing to patriotism and the fight against German autocracy. It frames civilians as essential to financing the war effort and easing soldiers’ burdens.
Next Sunday in Sunday school features a program and special offering for the Methodist Board of S S. Prof Matthews plays violin, a school photo is taken, and the day includes prayers for national victory. An evening talk will cover food conservation as a nationwide campaign begins.
Local church schedules include Marshall church prayer at 7 15 Wednesday Sunday school 9 15 Rev John Mundorf superintendent Zion church preaching Sunday 10 30 a m SS 9 15 Emanuel church revival meetings ongoing evening 7 16 visitors invited J L Buyer pastor. Court docket lists new cases and appeals in circuit court with names Miller Monts Briggs Driggs and others as of report. Official guesses on the war end deemed as common as weather forecasts.
Charles Baughman 44 a Vandalia foreman and stonemason was killed Thursday afternoon at Sullivan crossing when on a three wheel speeder struck by eastbound train No 30. He had worked 17 years for Vandalia and leaves a wife and two children. His body was taken to Martinsville for inquest before being shipped to Green Castle Indiana.
Residents witnessed an unusual heavy snowfall in October prompting local prophets to forecast an early and severe winter. The omen, seen yesterday, has stirred talk among observers and meteorology enthusiasts alike.
Mrs Robert Crow died early last week in Holyoke Colorado. The body was brought to West York where funeral services were held Thursday. She is survived by her husband and one child. Council of Defense formed with C. A. Purdum president Judge Ruffner vice president and Harold Bright secretary. The group aims to arouse patriotic spirit and ensure war efforts proceed without hindrance.
Clark county veterans enjoyed a warmer reception at the blue and gray reunion in Vicksburg last week unlike 1863 scenes. Illinois veterans stayed in a single tent with 1740 beds and were served top hospitality. Mrs Clara Bell Stuck Turner, 63, died Oct 12 and was buried in York cemetery after a funeral led by Rev Huston. She married Samuel Wetherer at 21, who died in 1898. five children were born. In 1914 she wed George Turner. survivors include Leslie Arthur Jesse York Ruth Nichols Roscoe Wetherel and Pearl Murphy of York.
The wedding of Ruth Kruzan to Perry Drake took place Tuesday evening at the Kruzan home in Brazil Indiana. Ruth is a Brazil high school graduate and popular local girl. Perry Drake, from Terre Haute, works as a bookkeeper for Sparks Milling Co. The couple left for a brief wedding trip and will reside in a newly furnished Terre Haute home after November 1.
Marshall defeated Casey 26 to 0 on Saturday setting a 12 point margin in a tense game. Bennett pushed the ball over from near the goal line after Casey threatened in the final three plays. Mount contributed a long dash for a touchdown as Marshall advances to face Robinson next Saturday in a crucial test. Agait is set to host Garfield High School Terre Haute on Thanksgiving after noon marking a rare home holiday game.
The Marshall Community Club held a one day fair hampered by rain and wind on Thursday and Friday but a clear Saturday drew a large crowd. A parade by county schools impressed with many floats and fine addresses by State Superintendent Blair. Calf club awards dominated by Holsteins and Guernseys noted winners like Russell Elledge Fredenberger and Stockwell. Dairy cattle judging, livestock displays and farm produce exhibited strong entries while Red Cross skimming kits and crafts highlighted the event. Prizes went to Opal Wallace Esther Weir Maud Lewis and Harriet Alison among others with long time residents honored for century life in the county.
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