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Newspaper
Missouri Marshall Republican
Location
Marshall, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1908
Page
1
Rev J E Abbott left Wednesday night for St Louis to support the Presbyterian college at Forsythe Gordon Robertson former president resigned due to health issues and is reported critically ill at his former home in Cuba Missouri Friends are distressed by the news.
Mrs Mallman Wes died at her son’s home near Hardeman from a paralytic stroke suffered a week earlier. She was 72 and survived by four children. Burial was in Arrow Rock cemetery. Mrs Mary Cruzen Steele died at her sister’s home on College addition aged about 60. Born in Virginia in 1820, her funeral was held at home and she was laid to rest in Fairfax, Missouri.
Young residents announce a large community event for tomorrow December 19 at the Evert & Co vacant store building. The Emma Cornet Band and the home orchestra will provide music, with a hearty invitation extended to all.
Mrs. Jennie Dickson of Arrow Rock expresses heartfelt thanks through this paper for Thanksgiving Day fire loss support and generosity from friends neighbors and the community. Mr and Mrs W F E Wayny visited from Shaio yesterday, discussing with Santa.
The Rev. James L. Sullens pastor of a South Methodist church and father of ten died after being accidentally shot while hunting. A nearby merchant, 8 F Jared, fired at a rabbit four feet away and his gun discharged into Sullens right side. Sullens, 54, had served the Missouri conference since 1889 and had held several charges. He died four hours after the accident as doctors predicted he could not live.
Dr. W H Black returned from Philadelphia as a Federal Council delegate. he reported a large crowd at Southern M E Church. Rev Claggett preaches Salt Springs Presbyterian next Sunday. M E Church South plans Christmas tree and entertainment. revival set at North St M E Church. several pastors announce services and Christmas programs across town.
A list of marriage licenses issued to numerous individuals across multiple towns including Marshall Lamar Napton Blue Lick Slater Miami Odessa Waverly and Milami. Names include Hennie T Larkin Lonnie Nolen Leona Lewis Lillian Faulconer Manuel Alexander Lena Garner Eva Jackson Benj Sullivan Jr Nancy Smith Lottye Greenabaum Francis Oliver Elizabeth Allen Chas Kruger and others.
Mrs. M. M. Clark of Butler Ohio, formerly of Saline, wed Nov. 20 to Mr. M. Spolin, secretary of the Butler Miz Co and a prominent local businessman. Congratulations and best wishes are extended to the couple.
A protest wedding at Mir and Mirko Den marks the marriage of Mabel Sailor to Ernest Sailor on December 15 at 6 pm. The ceremony, in a decorated parlor, featured Lohengrin and Love Me on the World is Mine, with Rev J E Abbott officiating and a four course luncheon. The bride wore a Paris mussing laborately trimmed gown, with maid of honor Aliie Lants in pink.
Miss Dora Rilling hosted a Monday evening gathering for Mr. and Mrs. WLS McNatt of Columbian at her Highland residence. An infant in the Dremmi household joined the event, and another infant from the Aballey household accompanied the group.
A historical Christmas feature collects child letters to Santa from Dalton and Marshal, Mo. Children request dolls, candy, fruits, writing supplies, and small gifts while thanking Santa and noting families. The piece includes Santa’s kindly replies and a note about printing some letters in the newspaper.
Taylor's store invites friends and customers to shop for Christmas with the promise of new goods arriving daily. The grocery department advertises limited prices on select items plus a broad claim of offering everything for everybody. Emphasizes cash sales and small profits and urges early shopping for better service and selection. Includes mentions of candy, fruit, nuts, hams, and bacon as seasonal offerings.
A playful note apologizes that most Santa letters were crowded out yet Santa read them all and will be around. The paper states letters were printed in the order received to avoid partiality.
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