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Newspaper
Marshall Messenger
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1876
Page
5
Court week brings crowds to the county, with many attending from surrounding areas. Local figures like Rev Walmsley and Capt Crookshank appear. McCann advertises baby carriages and Flowest John sells cheap goods. weather of frost and standstill vegetation is noted.
For sale items include My Residence Young Whitlock and notices about Gen Sherman in Chicago and Dom Pedro on the way to California. The rest reports on people like Peter L Bradbery in court, Arbuckle heading to Michigan, McKeen moving to Terre Haute, Johnson and Dugan circulars, wheat prospects, a dinner at the M E Church on the 26th, and Judge Holman’s near nomination.
Reports confirm deaths of Mr. Bayless and Mrs. McDaniel from small pox on Moonshine Prairie. authorities seek caution as illness spreads among residents.
Rumors say Blaine may withdraw from the Presidency race as his friends press him to quit. They claim his exit would let him name the eventual winner.
Rev. E. Frank Lowe’s lecture on Italy attracted few listeners amid the City election vote counting excitement.
The Caseyiea' report widespread measles as the village endures hard times and prior smallpox afflictions. Every other citizen seems stricken, caring for illness and economic strain in the surrounding area.
Henry Byers, once a journalist and now a Fourth Street grocer, wed Arliss Mollie Statlins before Inet. Rev. Mr. Llenderson officiated. The notice appears in the T. H. Express.
The failure of the Haskett brothers at Robinson and Palestine created wild excitement among their creditors. Every man was anxious to make his own claim secure. They have failed for near $100,000.
Citizens of Casey reject the liquor license at Tuesday’s municipal vote. The item argues retail liquor harms the community and cites police and local officials as potential beneficiaries of the current system. The piece notes social ills and political blame. It mentions an upcoming event benefiting the Marshall Silver Band on the 26th and references local business plans and an unsettled travel note.
An article notes saloon owners planning to disrupt the city government and advocates liquor licensing. It reports James Meyers moving a meat shop to a former Stimson building, James Gallagher's nearby grocery, and nearby vendors offering bread, fruit trees, and dry goods. It mentions a trial verdict of not guilty for H Bell in a self defense case and a separate Crawford vs Cummins damages suit with local attorneys involved.
On the 26th the J O O F will stage the grandest display yet seen in Clark county with half fare tickets on railroads for the occasion. Lodges nearby promise full representation including Terre Haute. Numerous bands will be present as a gala centennial celebration.
James Dawson of Westfield abandons the razor for a bushy beard and says he now devotes all energies to money making. He deposits dollars with the paper, his father Eld C B covering the messenger bill, and his health is reported as not good.
Circuit Court opened Monday at 10:30 with Judge Davis on the bench and D. Davidson as clerk. Attorneys from Effingham Terre Haute Springfield Jasper Crawford Cumberland Vermillion Mattoon and county residents attended. The grand jury was charged by prosecutor Ryan and H. C. Bell was acquitted after being tried for attempting to shoot Ayers of York. Judge Davis is praised as a courteous and firm model judge.
The Indiana Democratic State Convention in Indianapolis yesterday nominated Jas D Williams of Knox for Governor and Gray of Randolph for Lieutenant Governor. Re-nominated most Supreme Judges except Carlton who was defeated. Henderson for Auditor Shaw for Treasurer J H Smart for Superintendent of Schools G Smuck Clerk of Supreme Court Augustus Martin Reporter. Hendricks endorsed for President. A mild greenback platform adopted.
The write up depicts a rowdy day with drunkenness and fights as the license system operated. The Marshal and Police Magistrate faced a lively scene in court and at the calaboose as two winter inmates were released and returned to confinement under whiskey influence.
Citizens from all classes unite to oppose a retail liquor license as their current license nears expiration. They argue prohibition will curb drunkenness and street disorder, noting even drinkers prefer stricter enforcement. The stance urges compliance with the law regardless of its merit.
Notice from Robert L. Dulaney in Marshall dated Abril 1876 offering about 2000 bushels of good corn for sale on credit payable January 1 1877. N/A
Through the influence of William Lindsey Esq the Vandalia Railroad now offers morning trains to Casey and Martinsville with return after dinner. The change eliminates the prior necessity to stay overnight when traveling west improving convenience for travelers.
After the election outcome was announced on Tuesday evening supporters of anti license gathered on the north side of the public square and celebrated by firing Tom Brown's anvils as if a new war had begun. By ten o'clock they dispersed and went to bed.
J. F. McCenn remains selling the best furniture at the old Methodist church at the lowest possible prices.
A testimonial urging visitors to Terre Haute to call on W. A. Sheap for his ice cream and soda, praising it as the best, with a full stock of candies fruits wagons toys and other items. Sixth Street opposite the Post Office.
J F McCann displays a fine chamber set, inviting visitors to view in an elegant arrangement. The exhibit spotlights quality craftsmanship and tasteful styling suitable for refined interiors.
Hardware stoves doors Savh glass at bottom prices call on J Bryan Co. J McCann makes all kinds of picture frames to order. Baby wagons of various styles and prices available at the furniture rooms of J J McCann.
Dr Davies of Mattoon and Hon J W Wilkin of Marshall will deliver speeches for the Odd Fellows celebration on the 206th. The order is fortunate to secure speakers of fine abilities. Davies is a premier orator and Wilkin is among the best state speakers of his era.
A citizen criticizes saloon licenses for failing to curb drunken vagrants. He argues saloon keepers should refuse service to habitual drinkers, and suggests the city faces ongoing disorder due to unregulated drinking. He questions how conditions have worsened in recent months.
Cross and sickly children can be made healthy and strong by regulating their stomachs and bowels with Castoria. It is more effective than Castor Oil and as pleasant to take as honey. For Wind Colic Sour Stomach Worms and Castiveness there is nothing equal to Castoria.
Johnson and Dougan announce a complete stock of clothing with the motto best goods and lowest prices. They aim to sell for cash at the lowest prices and promise no shoddy goods. The store features low cash prices and a single, lowest price policy alongside various cookstoves and parlor stoves.
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