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Newspaper
Marshall Messenger
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1868
Page
5
The item mentions a boy released from confinement and a stream of local notices. It notes a pamphlet for the Clark County Agricultural Society, a sermon by Roy T. Assott at Mt Vernon, and a coming picnic near Bag Cash Bridge. It also references a notable circus show Cravens Canus and local property events and weather impacts.
A local column reports a Monday meeting of Black members in a young lawyer’s office with Radicals promising strict election tactics. It notes dedication of the Melrose Odd Fellows hall, lectures by Jacop Wilkin and Dr P Carvorrerry, and mentions a planned Clark County Normal Institute session in Marshall. Reports on county health, local deaths, a parade of events including a Pic Nic at Solomon Grove, and concerns over vandalism and crime, with calls for arrest and fines. police action and a chase near Robison.
A series of early reports describe thefts with $40.40 taken from Mr. Ticuson and a man pursued to Marshall where the thief was jailed and property recovered. Suspects claim Charleston ties and new arrests in Auburn are linked to a gang with names Patterson Father and Son. A gun found with the gang, plus various keys, are noted. Community club proceedings record a meeting with officers elected and a plan to form a Glee Club, adjourned to Friday evening.
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