10 Feb 1876
Page 5
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Newspaper
Marshall Messenger
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1876
Page
5
The Democratic Central Committee members are requested to meet at the Court House in Marshall on Saturday February 12 for full attendance. J. O. Bryan, Chairman Central Committee.
The note mentions maple sugar coming next and street lamps now in place. It laments limited communication and cites a strong railroad line, the P. and D.R. Ri, doing better business than any short line. It notes Sassafras tea and parsnips as luxury and reports a veterinary incident with Dr. McCloud's horse. Monday is Valentine’s Day with a nudge to prepare valentines. Duke has the nicest stock.
Prices in Marshall show eggs at 15 cents the lowest winter season rate. The ruling price undercuts prior records and signals a new market low for the period.
The papers hint the round trip railroad fare from this point to the centennial may be about twenty five to thirty dollars. One hundred horses were hitched around the public square on Monday. It was a pretty day and a large crowd visited town. Some candidates who announced their names and have not paid should do so promptly to ensure recognition.
Levi Overmire leaves Indiana polis to join Hook in Terre Haute. He is regarded as one of the best workers in the west. Small pox talk dominates streets but the dreaded plague has yet to appear locally.
The piece notes that residents eager for excitement should submit their names for county offices as political topics intensify this year. It mentions Casey and Cumberland as quiet, two villages that face pressure, and warns country people are fearful of going to town even with few cases.
The article recalls February's severe winter with thick ice up to five inches. It notes Dr. Prewett’s potential to restore a man badly frozen and credits him for attentiveness. It mentions a Conductor Mr. Bullman and a Herald attribution, with city dialogue about recognition.
About ten days ago wild geese were seen moving north signaling an end of winter. They did not stay long and soon turned south again. The birds appeared convinced they had acted in response to a false sense of seasonal change.
A Crawford county man says Ross Tweed old Bender and family Sharkey Charley Ross and the Long Point murderers are down in the Dark Bend in the county. A social at Mrs. M. J. Cook's residence Friday evening was enjoyable, with Mrs. Cook described as lively and sociable.
Friends urge Thomas L Orn dorff to seek Prosecuting Attorney candidacy and he may consent. Charley Morton aged 22 months dies. Clint Bell possibly reconsidering for General Assembly. Frank Jeffers touted for sheriff. Democrats aim to fill Brey office with Democrats this fall.
A letter laments Judge Tower's frail health and asserts only a Democratic victory this year can restore him. The writer expresses belief that if Henderson or any steadfast Democrat becomes president, the judge would recover, discard his cane, and resume vigor.
Announcement shows Phillip Benallack of Wabash township as a Democratic candidate for Circuit Clerk pending party nomination. Benallack serves as the current Wa bash township supervisor and is described as a cultured, capable businessman and expert penman.
A Melrose area challenge announces that any locals with spelling skill should present themselves to Marshall for a contest against Hd Shaw. The offer promises to vanquish opponents using Webster dictionary spellings, with a wager of oysters and buttermilk if defeated, and extends beyond Melrose to other regions.
Monday afternoon a special visit examined Devols miniature engine. The small model runs in operation, showing unique steam delivery to the cylinder. The inventor, a man of genius, expects to complete it and display in Philadelphia during WaersFemag big 2S. Maj C J Smith of the Express praised as a bold liberal Republican editor.
Special correspondence reports a Casey Illinois small pox outbreak traced to Dutch shoemaker Mears and linked cases in nearby towns. By February 8 about twenty five people affected with eight deaths, schools closed, doctors White and Elston aiding, and local business slowly reviving amid caution.
A heartfelt obituary fragment recalls a father of 17 years blindness and patient cheer. The speaker laments the loss, recalls his guidance, and pictures a reunifying future in a “Beautiful Land on High” while noting the family circle is broken and the vacant chair remains.
Tomorrow evening the M and Church plans a grand centennial supper and entertainment at Harlans Hall. Ten cents admission with refreshments. display includes costumes from a hundred years ago with Washington and Penn impersonations plus old fashioned games. Mayor Sutton and Major Wilkin perform a song and other comic acts follow.
The Chicago Limes correspondent disputes claims that Farmer Golden will seek the Attorney General position. It says Golden is a lawyer who has not farmed in years and would not pursue the office, especially without pay or a coat.
An article describes a home remedy mixing Cream of Tartak and brown sugar with hot water to treat a disease, claiming it will drive the illness to the surface and prevent death and disfigurement. The notice also advertises new stock arrivals and coal offers at SE MARLIN and BEN Eee in Etah.
The report notes a twelve year old named Carr was smothered in a wheat bin at the Mill elevator. Casey reports illness spreading east as several residents fall ill while politicians discuss candidacies for Circuit Clerk Sheriff and county leadership.
Notice warns debtors of L. B. Co. to settle immediately and cautions about enforcement actions. It also informs that hog owners must snip or ring snouts to prevent rooting under a new ordinance and that hogs found running at large will be impounded at the owner’s expense.
The firm announces final settlement with J. P. Greenough in charge of accounts and notes. Delinquents are urged to call at once at the store office. Dr Birch offers free vaccination to city residents and the poor, with a fifty cent visit fee after a date and twenty five cents per mile outside city limits.
Notice offers loans at 9 percent interest with details by H B Waener Effingham Illinois. The agent will be in Marshall the third Monday of each month to dispense particulars and Ryan and Griffith accept applications at any time.
W S Byte & Co announces a 60 day sale to clear stock across all dry goods. The ad lists several items with reduced prices including Sprague prints at 5 cents per yard, Lonsdale Bleached Muslin at 10 cents, Tycoon Reps wrappers, Felt Skirts from 75 to 109 cents, Black Alpacas at 25 cents, and pants jeans from 25 to 50 cents per yard.
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