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Newspaper

Marshall Republican

Location

Marshall, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 25, 1908

Page

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Father P R Ducey Dead

Funeral services for Rev. Father Patrick Richard Ducey were held at St Marys church Marshall attended by a large crowd. He was born May 5 1863 in Lowell Massachusetts and served as pastor in Effingham and Marshall before burial in Springfield.

St. Mary’s Curch Patrick Richard Ducey Marshall Springfield T. Hickey Dean Murphy Wm. McGuire Wm. J. Healey John Hestin John O'Hare Florent Dell Fosse John Ryves John Maroney Wm. Maher A.J. Pennartz TW. Lannert Deno Molliter J. Dow Kopolis Morris Logue Joseph Forbeck Peter Conahy Joseph KE. Gallagher John Meehling Emanuel le Seure Clark County Father Ducey Marshal Central West Lowell Middlesex County Maes Patrick and Mary Ronan) Ducey County Waterford Ireland James Ryan Alton Hickey

City Schools announce term dates and enrollment rules

The first term ends January 15 1909 and the second starts January 18. All children six years old or turning six during the second term may enroll. Enrollment must be on the first day or within ten days. Daily sessions begin at 9 00 am and 1 30 pm. Citizens with knowledge of truant children should notify the truancy officer or superintendent.

L. A. Wallace

Fire destroys Bennett heirs’ house near fair ground

A dwelling on the Bennett heirs property outside the city burned, likely caused by a defective flue. Firefighters had limited hose and water. most upstairs goods were saved but damaged. Loss about 1000 dollars with 500 dollars insured.

Henry Bennett

Installation of Officers for Local Lodges and Posts

Officers elect of Marshall Lodge 133 A F and A M will be installed Wednesday evening January 6. Marshall Chapter AA M will be installed Friday evening January 1 1909. William B Archer Post 1196 AR will be installed at their hall in the Court House on Monday January 4 1909. All comrades are invited.

Marshall Lodge A. F A. M Marshall Chapter

Marshall Boy Honored by Son in Army Duty Detail

James Claypool, father of L. R. Claypool of Co. C 13th U S Infantry at Leavenworth Kansas, receives a letter noting his son is detailed for duty at Regimental headquarters to instruct enlisted men. Roy is to be congratulated on his preferment.

James Claypool L. R. Claypool 13Th U. S., Infantry Leavenworth Kansas Roy

Christmas Programs at Three Evangelical Churches

Evangelical Sunday Schools will present Christmas programs at three churches at 7 30 o clock. Marshall church Thursday Dec 21 Zion church Friday Dec 25 Emanuel Grand Turn Saturday Dec 26 Admission 15c 10c All are invited.

Marshall Church

Mrs Schwanecke Fainting At Father's Store

Mrs L P Schwanecke fainted at her father Edward J Hughes store on Monday. Doctors diagnosed heart disease. She has partially recovered and is gaining strength daily.

L. P. Schwanecke Edward J. Hughes

Decline in Production In Crawford County Drills

Crawford County sees another oil slump with fewer dry holes and a drop in average well output. Hardinsville pool expansion hopes rise as Duffield Bros. & Co. and Ohio Oil prepare to drill on nearby farms. Extensions toward New Hebron and Parker pool discussed amid ongoing wildcatting.

Central West Illinois Southeastern Ohio West Virginia Honey Creek Craw Ford Hardinsville Flat Rock Duffield Bros. & Co Ohio Oil Company Hardinsville Pool New Hebron Reinold Parker Pool Toledo Crawford County Crawford Clark Lawrence Marion Sagee Ghee

No Pictures Saturday Night Amateur Night at Opera House

Due to the Franklin Glee Club entertainment, no moving pictures will be shown until Saturday night January 2. On January 2 Amateur Night invites readers to perform recitations declamations readings songs or any entertaining act with generous compensation for strong amateur efforts.

Franklin Glee Club Opera House

Double Wedding in Crawford and Clark Counties

Wm R Van Pelt age 22 of Auburn township and Cora E Jackson age 22 of Darwin township wed. Wm R Chesser age 22 of Licking township and Editha Mills of Orange township Clark county joined in marriage by County Judge H R Snavely in his courthouse office Wednesday afternoon.

Wm. R. van Pelt Auburn Township Cora E. Jackson Darwin J Wm. R. Chesser Licking Crawford County Editha Mills Orange Township Clark County H. R. Snavely Court House

Illinois Oil and Gas Co. sued for oil lease injunction

Farmers win first time as Supreme Court reverses circuit ruling and remands to dismiss suit. Maryland incorporated Illinois company leased Martinsville land to prospect for oil but failed to develop. Circuit Judge had granted perpetual injunction.

Illinois Oil and Gas Company Maryland Martinsville Supreme Court Clark

Big Real Estate Deal Buys Mussleman Farm Addition

Robert Thompson and Edward Henbest bought a large Mussleman farm tract south of the city and platted eight blocks. Dr. John Weir purchased the entire addition for 4800 dollars. The location is favorable and buyers are expected to soon build homes.

Robert Thompson Edward Henbest Mussleman John Weir

Editor Beating Sparks Threat After Contesting Grit Publisher

The Pilot editor beat F H Guthneck of Philo after a provocative attack in the Grit incident. Guthneck warned to shoot if further derogatory content appeared. the通常 issue released as scheduled, leaving locals to interpret the row.

F. H. Guthneck J. P. Bary Philo Pilot Guthneck F. H Mazes

Ready for Christmas offers from local dealer Pritchard

A city retailer announces a large stock of furniture, carpet, rugs, and matting with cut prices for the holiday trade. The note promises room for second hand goods and offers to buy items for new goods in trade.

I. F. Pritchard

Tag Day Yields Solid Funds for Congregation Charity

Saturday event by the ladies of the Congregation church drew a large town crowd and raised about 10 dollars in proceeds.

The Chicago Record Herald Feature Heavy Newspaper Prospect

The Chicago Record Herald offers a broad array of features for every family member. It includes letters from Curtis and Wellman, dispatches from major centers, and special content from the New York Herald World Journal of Commerce and AP. The paper highlights sports, editorials, fiction, society notes, fashion, meals, books, and a Sunday Magazine noted as artistic and literary.

United States Chicago Record-Herald William E. Curtis Walter Wellman Oablea New York Herald, World, Journal] of Commerce Associated Press Kiser Lakes Chicago Northwest Record-Herald

Seymour Hurst acquires Hotel Douglas in Tuscola

Owns Hotel New Seymour Hurst who once owned and refitted the New Archer house has become the owner of the Douglas hotel at Tuscola. A few months ago he traded the Archer house to Mr. Blook of Chicago for a farm in northern Indiana. Recently he traded the farm for a flat building in Chicago which he in turn traded for the Hotel Douglas in Tuscola.

Seymour Hurst Douglas Tuscola Mr. Blook Chicago Indiana

Farm for Sale 100 Acres Near City

100 acre farm offered for 1600 dollars within three miles of town. 65 acres level land 35 acres hilly with young timber. Year round water 21 acre orchard, good fences, nearly new four room house, smoke house and cellar under it. Barn granary corn crib wagon shed in good condition. Call or address T. W. Clark.

T. W. Clark

Daily Journal of Chicago and Marshall Republican Offer

Promote a six day per week Daily Journal of Chicago and Marshall Republican subscription for 2.50. Claims the Journal’s market reports are the best in Chicago and its news features are first class. Encourages sending 2.50 to receive both papers for one year.

Daily Journal of Chicago Marshall Republican Journal Chicago

Prosecution Cost for Sunday Theatre Closures Tops

Kansas City managers faced Sunday theatre fines totaling 12 000 to collect plus 90 expended in prosecutions. Judge Wallace led a 14 month crusade resulting in 4 500 indictments and only two convictions. dismissal of remaining cases expected.

Kansas City Mv Src Wallace

Sunday School Convention Program of Yorke Township

Sunday School Convention of Yorke township will meet at Beulah church on December 27 1905 starting at 1 30 p m Devotional exercises led by Miss Frank Prevo with topics by Rev Coleman Mrs Jane Prevo O T Shawler Mae Chade wick and others The afternoon schedule emphasizes punctual start and welcomes all attendees with Mrs Cary Marvin president and Mrs W PD Poorman secretary in Beulah

Ith Yorke Township Beulah Church Frank Prevo Beulah Cary Marvin W. PD. Poorman

Also Mentioned on This Page

P. R. Ducey Merry Christmas THE Marshall State Bank Marshall Boy Evangelical Sunday Schools Hughes the Big Store Hughes Holiday Clothing Uirey Et al Keith Et Hotel New Yu the See Scott American Express T. W Ig Eee
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