Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Morris Daily Herald in Morris, Illinois

We have 16,533,978 pages in Illinois

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 17 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Morris Daily Herald

Location

Morris, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1976

Page

4

Missing 12 foot boat reported in Grundy County

Russell Carey of Shady Oaks Minooka reported his 12 foot aluminum boat missing from Aux Sable Creek behind his home possibly stolen. Value listed as 250 dollars. Gas theft reported by Dan Olson of Standard Oil Fertilizer. A broken school window observed at Brienna School with no listed damage or value.

Russell Carey Oak St Shady Oaks Minooka Grundy County Robert Tricarico Brienna School Tricarico

Goodlet probation extended two years in Grundy County

Mark Goodlet, 20, Morris, had probation extended to June 10, 1978 in Grundy County Circuit Court after failing to pay 567.50 restitution from theft and burglary cases. He previously pled guilty May 10, 1973 to stealing a car and 780 from Otis Kiger, with a 780 restitution obligation.

Mark Goodlet Morris Grundy County Goodlet Otis Kiger Kiger Atty Richard Wilder

Banks raise prime rate to seven percent nationwide

Banks across the United States lifted the prime rate to 7 percent, spreading from Friday and adding tighter money conditions. On the New York Stock Exchange prices fell broadly with the Dow down about 6.8 points to 957.11 near noon, while 1,581 issues traded and 832 declined to 306 advances and 441 unchanged.

New York UPI Wall Street New York Stock Exchange

Speeding tickets issued to six motorists in weekend stops

Morris police cited six motorists for speeding or related violations over the weekend. James Chapman 18 of Gore Road was cited for 40 in a 25 zone on Lisbon Street and must appear June 24. Robert Kerley 29 of Aurora was fined for 60 in a 45 zone on Illinois 47 near Interstate 80 and set to appear July 8. Jay Smith 19 of Narvick Avenue also faced 40 in a 25 Lisbon Street limit with a June 24 court date. Robin Seamen 18 on Fulton Street was cited for motorcycle class violation at Grant and Railroad Streets. Robert Adcock 406 Briar Lane was cited for no valid city sticker and set to appear June 17.

Illinois Interstate 80 Jay Smith Narvick Ave Sgt Alan Love Lisbon St Smith Robin Seamen Fulton St Dennis Holbrook Grant and Railroad Sts Robert Adcock Briar Lane Paul Ehrman Liberty St

Rock Island seeks to stop passenger lines

Rock Island Lines plans to ask U.S. District Court approval to discontinue its two remaining Illinois passenger trains, daily Chicago to Rock Island and Chicago to Peoria, as part of its bankruptcy reorganization filed in March 1975. The judge must approve financial undertakings and operational changes.

Chicago UPI Rock Island Lines Illinois Rock Island Peoria U.S. District Court Frank J. McGarr McGarr

Verona youth arrested for reckless driving

Edelmire Thatcher 19 of Verona was arrested by Morris police on a reckless driving complaint. Patrolman Bednarik said Thatcher's car sped from E Washington St to W Washington St with squealing tires and near-collisions, prompting multiple calls. Thatcher posted $50 bond and faces court on June 17.

Edelmire Thatcher Verona Morris Thatcher Thomas Bednarik W. Washington St Bednarik Paul Ehrman

Two Grundy County men charged with marijuana possession

Grundy County Deputy Sheriff Stephen Maloney stopped a car on Carbon Hill Road and Illinois 129 for a broken windshield. Timothy Hill, 19, Gardner, was cited for possession of 2.5 to 10 grams of marijuana and a broken windshield, later released on $100 bond. In a separate stop on Stern Road near Gardner, Dennis Greminger, 23, Lockport, faced marijuana possession and illegal liquor charges. Edward Bremner, 17, Lockport, was charged with illegal liquor possession. All three were held or released with bonds after arrests.

Grundy County Sheriff's Department Timothy Hill Pine St Gardner Stephen Maloney Hill Carbon Hill Rd Illinois 129 Maloney Lockport Dennis Greminger Edward Bremner Greminger Stern Rd Bremner Schroeder

Purses Stolen From Cars at Grundy County Fairgrounds

Two Chicago area women report thefts from their vehicles in the outer lot of the Grundy County Fairgrounds on Friday night. Doris Lucas 23 and Colleen Melvin 21 said purses and wallets were taken after windows were broken. Lucas carried about 12 dollars and IDs while Melvin's purse held 2 dollars, a checkbook, keys and IDs. Police reported no further details.

Chicago Area Grundy County Fairgrounds Doris Lucas Chicago Colleen Melvin Lombard Grundy County Fairgrounds Miss Lucas Melvin

Principal responds to critique over valedictorians

MCHS principal Ted Morgan defends his handling of co valedictorians and the salutatorian noting that the names were listed on the commencement program and in the graduation edition of the Morris Daily Herald. He attributes the remarks to a misunderstanding and confirms his responsibility.

Donald Zwiers Morris Daily Herald Ted Morgan McHs

Police arrest six youths for liquor violations

Morris police cited six youths over the weekend for liquor offenses. Ronald Fosen, 19, posted $50 bond after a citation for illegal transportation of alcohol. Daniel Durkee, 18, also posted $50 bond for illegal possession at Liberty and Main. Larry Aldrich, 17, and Robert Szafranski, 16, cited for illegal possession of open liquor at the First National Bank parking lot. John Rix, 19, and Derrick Thomas, 16, cited for transportation and related charges, with various bonds and court dates.

Main Sts Larry Aldrich Elm St Kinsman Dennis Holbrook First National Bank Aldrich Robert Szafranski Grotty St Seneca Holbrook Derrick Thomas Commerce St John Rix Rte. 1 Rix

Police Monitor Drag Racing on Liberty Street

Morris police acted on a Friday 8 p.m. complaint about motorcycles drag racing in the 600 to 900 blocks of Liberty Street. An officer arrived to observe and deter the racers.

Morris Liberty St

Fish portion guide for fillets steaks and whole fish

For fillets and steaks plan 1/3 to 1/2 pound per person. For whole fish estimate 3/4 to 1 pound per person. The guidance helps portion planning for different fish forms.

Drivers Tagged for Speed and Lane Violations in Local Stops

Michael O Rourke 24 of Ransom fined 15 dollars plus 5 costs for 70 in a 55 mph zone cited June 3 by Grundy County Sheriff Sgt Tim Neary at Illinois 47 and DuPont Rd. Miss Vicky Starnes 23 of Price Street fined 15 dollars plus 5 costs for 40 in a 25 mph zone ticketed May 21 by Morris Officer Dean Sager in Arm strong Street block 500. Maurice Hart 66 of Chapin Street fined 10 dollars plus 5 costs for improper lane usage charged May 30 by Sgt Neary on Illinois 47. Paul Chamberlain 16 of Lisbon Street fined 10 dollars plus 5 costs for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident cited May 26 by Morris Sergeant Jack Koepezick in Lishon Street block 1100.

Michael O'Rourke Ransom Grundy County Tim Neary Illinois DuPont Rd Vicky Starnes Price St Morris Dean Sager Armstrong St Maurice Hart E. Chapin St Neary Paul Chamberlain Lisbon St Jack Kopezick Lishon St

Fishing gear stolen in Morris reported by two residents

Jerry Fasley reported Friday that a Mini Koda fishing motor and two rods and reels were stolen from his garage valued at 475 dollars. Virginia Sparr called Saturday about a wooden flower box theft valued at 10 dollars. Chrysler dealer reported a gas theft attempt on a 1976 car with fuel remaining. thief frightened off.

Jerry Fasley Washington St Fasley Morris Virginia Sparr Oak St Morris Chrysler Amc Chrysler

MacArthur Memorial in Norfolk A Lasting Tribute

A visit to the MacArthur Memorial Library and Archives in Norfolk honors General Douglas MacArthur. The memorial houses Nine galleries of artifacts from his campaigns and awards, a film auditorium, and a vast archive including his books and personal files.

Norfolk Jean MacArthur Douglas MacArthur MacArthur Mary Pinkney Hardy MacArthur Gen. MacArthur Pearl Harbor Missouri Tokyo Bay Congress Philippines Charles de Gaulle

Worry Clinic Case Looks At Glove Numbness Mystery

The Worry Clinic presents case H-607 about Loraine a 19 year old student with glove anesthesia in her right hand. Doctors trace onset to exposure after an X rated film and self sexual behavior. The psychologist Dr Crane discusses possible psychosomatic causes and past punishment.

Loraine Crane Sigmund Freud Dr. Crane

Dear Ann Landers Hair Clash and Family Reflections

Dear Ann Landers answers readers on topics from hair and shaving to affection, childhood trauma, marriage advice, and housekeeping. The column provides practical tips on grooming, parenting, and recognizing signs of alcoholism while urging readers to seek help.

Ann Landers P.O. Rav

Also Mentioned on This Page

Scott Pierce Vine St U.S. 6 Evergreen Subdivision Pierce Altimax Paul Pierce Olson Morris Fire Department Northern Illinois Gas Channahon Sherman Hexdall Abe Cronin Leonard Boss Aux Sable Hexdal Hexdall Century Voice of The People China Corregidor Japan United States Military Academy Arthur MacArthur Vera Cruz Mexico Worry Clinic George W. Crane Hopkins Mellett Indiana Europe Hirsute Hanna Urbana Hanna Topeka Hazard Mr. X
Search Courier

Search the Morris Daily Herald Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Morris Daily Herald?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication