Deaths and Funerals of Olie Wilson 1882–196? in McLeansboro
Olie Wilson 88 of 708 East Broadway McLeansboro died early Tuesday in Anna Til born Hamilton County April 29 1882 son of John Wilson and wife Julia Mae Rogers survived by wife daughter son two grandchildren and two great grandchildren funeral 2 p.m. Thursday at Donaldson Funeral Home McLeansboro with Rev Robert Larner officiating burial in Odd Fellows Cemetery friends may call at the funeral home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olie Wilson
E. Broadway
McLeansboro
Anna
Til
Hamilton County
John Wilson
Julia Mae Rogers
L. C. Wilson
Donalson Funeral Home
Robert Larner
Odd Fellows Cemetery
Death of J H Cornstubble in O Fallon at 64
J H Cornstubble 64 of O Fallon died Monday at 2 30 p m at his home. Retired civil service employee of Scott Air Force Base. Funeral 10 a m Thursday Schildknecht Funeral Home O Fallon with Rev Elwood Settle officiating. Graveside 12 30 p m Thursday at Donoho Prairie Cemetery near Kell. Body lies in state after 4 p m today. Born Oct 16 1906 in Jefferson county. Surviving: three sisters Belle McCashe Springfield Effie Frerichs St Petersburg Fla Emma Adams Mt Vernon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerry H. Cornstubble
O’fallon
Scott Air Force Base
Schildknecht
O'Fallon
Elwood
Donoho Prairie
Kell
Cornstubble
Jefferson County
Sanford
Clemy (Daniels) Cornstubble
Belle McCas He
Springfield
Effie Frerichs
St. Petersburg
Fla
Emma Adams
Mt. Vernon
Obituary for Lizzie Quinn of Mt Vernon Indiana
Lizzie Quinn 84 of 501 N 7th Mt Vernon Indiana died at 1 25 pm yesterday at Good Samaritan Hospital Funeral Friday at 3 pm Myers Chapel with Rev Hugh York officiating Burial in Bethel cemetery She was born Oct 24 1886 in Jefferson County daughter of Thomas and Mrs Riley married to Robert M Quinn who died in 1952 member of Central Church of Christ Survived by three sons Lee Mt Vernon Lloyd and Glen both of Mt Vernon 13 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lizzie Quinn
Good Samaritan Hospital
Myers Chapel
Hugh York
Bethel Cemetery
Quinn
Jefferson County
Thomas Riley
Robert M. Quinn
Central Church of Christ
Funeral services for Josie Orrick in Mt. Vernon
Funeral services for Mrs. Josie Orrick of 2217 Casey Avenue will be at Myers Chapel at 1 30 p m Friday with burial in Opdyke Cemetery. Friends may call after 5:00 p m Thursday. She died Monday evening at Hickory Grove Manor Nursing Home and is survived by son J Arthur Orrick Mt Vernon sister Mrs Maye Kirgan Ft Recovery Ohio and granddaughter Becky Ann Orrick Mt Vernon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josie Orrick
Casey Avenue
Myers Chapel
Opdyke Cemetery
Orrick
Hickory Grove Manor
J. Arthur Orrick
Mt. Vernon
Maye Kirgan
Ft. Recovery
Ohio
Becky Ann Orrick
Slick Glaze Hits North Illinois Roads and Airports
Salt and sand were being strewn on highways, streets and airports across northern Illinois to battle freezing rain and drizzle. The Chicago Motor Club logged over 200 collisions in morning rush hour, a 10 percent rise. Chain reaction crashes involved about 20 cars on Lake Shore Drive at 41st Street and on the Dan Ryan Expressway at 99th Street, while State police said accidents hindered salting on the Stevenson, Edens, Eisenhower and Kennedy expressways.
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Illinois
Chicago Motor Club
Lake Shore Drive
41St Street
99Th Street
Stevenson
Edens
Eisenhower
Kennedy
Brooks Rites Planned for Mt Vernon Resident
Gretta Fern Brooks of 415 South 15th street died Monday evening at her home. Services set for Thursday at 3:00 pm at Myers Chapel with burial in Oakwood cemetery. Chapel visits after 5:00 pm today. She leaves husband J Floyd Brooks son Edgar F Brooks of Burlington North Carolina daughter Wanda Kinison of Boulder Colorado seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gretta Fern Brooks
South 15Th Street
Myers Chapel
Oakwood Cemetery
Brooks
J. Floyd Brooks
Edgar F. Brooks
Burlington
N.C
Wanda Kinison
Boulder
Colo
Historian Ed B. Moss dies at 76 in Mt. Vernon
The obituary notes the death of historian Ed B. Moss aged 76. He is survived by one son, Bob Moss of Mt. Vernon, and three granddaughters Jean Ellen Koike of Silver Spring Maryland, Mary Jane Ohms of Washington Illinois, and Jane Ann Moss of Mt. Vernon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Ed Moss
Mt. Vernon
Jean Ellen Koike
Silver Spring
Mary Jane Ohms
Washington, Ill
Jane Ann Moss
First Bank Directors Elect Officers in Mt Vernon Rise
The Mt Vernon Register-News reports First Bank earnings rose to 15 641 526 with ward E Curtis named president and a slate of officers elected. Edward E Curus is president Luther Becherer Robert N Puntney and John Castle named senior vice presidents Chester B Lewis and Phillip N Childers tapped as vice presidents and trust officers R Busby and G Mack Piper named assist and data processing roles Aletha Edminson named auditor Chester Swiecski named vice president data processing Arthur D Myers named cashier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ward E. Curtis
Olen Eater
Eater Sheet Metal Co
Clifford R. Fields
F.G.M., Inc
John A. Kirk
Chester B. Lewis
W. Robert Lipps
M. J. Mitchell
Harold A. Myers
Myers Funeral Service
Carl Lincoln Schweinfurth
Bethany College
J. Edwin Rackaway
Mt. Vernon Register-News
Edward E. Curus
Luther Becherer
John Casteel
Robert N. Puntney
Lacey Payne
Philip N. Childers
David Busby
Aletha Edminson
G. Mack Piper
Chester Swiecski
Arthur D. Myers
Marines hit in Cambodia clash near Pich Nil
Cambodian and North Vietnamese forces clash in Trapeang Kea with one Cambodian wounded while mortar rounds strike a marine battalion camp northeast of Pich Nil. Saigon says 5300 South Vietnamese troops plus four Cambodian regiments are in action with air support and possible U.S. participation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pich Nil
Trapeang Kea
Saigon
U.S
U.S. Air Force
Cambodia
Icy storm causes two deaths near St. Louis
An icy glaze from freezing rain triggered two deaths and over 200 injuries in the St. Louis area. Hazel J. Taylor, 50, of Berkeley, died in a collision on Interstate 55 in Jefferson County. Dorothy J. Reed, 44, of Opelousas, La., was injured. Illinois reported about 30 crashes and more than 100 vehicles skidded off into ditches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Louis
Hazel J. Taylor
Berkeley
Dorothy J. Reed
Opelousas
Jefferson County
Illinois
Hog Prices and Market Hours Report
Markets operate from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon with prices up to noon. U.S.C.A. hogs weighing 200 to 220 lb sold as No 1 at 16.00, No 2 at 15.50, No 3 at 15.00, while sows stayed steady from 9.25 to 11.25.
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U.S.C.A
Mt Vernon Grain Prices Quoted In Mt Vernon Morning
Mt Vernon quotes show Wheat at 1.55 Soybeans at 2.88 Shelled corn at 1.58 as the markets opened this morning with farmers watching price movements.
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Mt. Vernon
Livestock prices from National Stockyards AP Report
Estimates for Thursday at National Stockyards show hogs 7,000 head and cattle 1,200 with calves 50 and sheep 100. Hogs up 50 to 75 on barrows and gilts with various weights quoted, sows 25 to 50 higher. Cattle and calves active with steers 1,125 to 1,150 pounds at 29.00, heifers 25.50 to 26.50, cows 16.50 to 19.50, vealers 38.00 to 40.00. Sheep steady with lambs prime 25.00, ewes 3.00 to 6.00.
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U.S
St Louis Produce Egg and Poultry Prices Report
The St Louis produce report lists consumer egg grades A large 33-40 A medium 29-37 A small 16-27 B large 33-36 B medium 22-24 wholesale 18-20 unclassified 17-19 hens heavy 9 light over 5% 6 under 5% 244 lbs 244. Broilers and fryers 24.00-26.25 for this week’s delivery.
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ST. Louis
Chicago Eggs Prices at Mercantile Exchange
Chicago wholesale egg prices listed by grade A whites 39 cents and mediums 39 cents, standards 34 cents. Prices reflect morning bid at the Mercantile Exchange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Chicago Mercantile Exchange
Wall Street Posts Slow Rally Toward Recovery Peaks
The Dow Jones average rose 1.31 to 845.50 at noon as markets show a broad, slow advance. Gains outweighed declines on the NYSE amid easing depreciation rules, lower rates, and restrained profit taking, with oils and steels weak after talks breakdown and higher oil taxes.
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NEW York
Dow
New York Stock Exchange
Federal Housing Administration
Veterans Administration
Nixon
Associated Press
Greater Egypt to Aid Historical Preservation Plan
Regional officials discussed funding and regional jail needs in the Greater Egypt area. Commission Chairman Dr. Allen Y. Baker questioned state funds for regional detention facilities as Moreno suggested studying jails locally to address pre trial incarceration needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commission
Allen Y. Baker
Pinckneyville
Moreno
Illinois Law Enforcement Commission
Rend Lake College
Perry County
Greater
Egypt
Security Bank Gains Promotes Five Officers
The Trust Department showed strong progress in 1970 with trust assets and income rising sharply. Directors named include Lewis Brake, C. J. Covington, and J. Marvin Powers, who became president as Philip B. Newkirk was named vice president and trust officer. Several executives were advanced to higher posts, and personnel were reappointed to numerous positions across secretarial, clerical, bookkeeping, and maintenance roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newkirk
Lewis Brake
C. J. Covington
Russell Elliston
Ben Glassman
Curt D. Ham
George E. Hill
George W. Howard, Jr
Donald O. Lee
Coyn Mateer
John R. Mitchell
J. Marvin Powers
Stanley Rosenberger
Stephen Quindry
Ula Dare
Faye Right‘nowar
Security Bank
Betty Laur
Barbara Smith
Wilma Cross
Judy Johnson
Joe Shields
Mary Kauffman
Marjorie Danner
Helen Tate
Judy Karch
Jeannette Metje
Hilda Huston
Mary Douthit
Casey Junior High at Benton Postponed Game
Last night’s junior high game between Casey Junior High and Benton was postponed due to schedule conflicts. Casey will play Benton next Tuesday night at Benton.
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Casey
Benton
Mt V Groups Clash Over TB Hospital Leasing
Local Mt V groups mobilize to oppose a proposed leasing arrangement for the tuberculosis hospital. Residents cite fiscal concerns and impact on community services while officials defend the plan as necessary for future care expansion.
Opposition to Leasing TB Sanitarium to Private Group in Governor’s Office
Yesterday in the governor’s office an informal session drew a strong groundswell against leasing the state TB Sanitarium to any private organization. Speakers urged the facility remain a state institution for TB patients and mentally retarded adults, with several naming Jefferson Memorial Hospital and Good Samaritan as leasing alternatives. Local officials and union representatives voiced opposition, while Senator Bruce and Mt. Vernon leaders indicated plans to challenge the lease in upcoming meetings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clifford Price
Harrisburg
Illlinois State Employes Union
Larry Reinold
Council 34
The
Union
Jefferson Memorial Hospital
Eugene Powell
Good Samaritan
Jefferson Memorial
Bruce
Task Force
Bussard
Lawrence Bussard
Department of Mental Health
Ogilvie
Norman Williams
Mt. Vernon
Roose velt deeded his home to nation during life
President Franklin D Roosevelt transferred ownership of his private residence to the United States while alive. The action aimed to preserve the house as a national landmark and public heritage site. The deed reflected Roosevelt’s intent to give enduring access to future generations.
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Franklin D. Roosevelt
Hospital Notes Jefferson Memorial Admitted list grows
Hospital notes show admissions at Jefferson Memorial with names including Golda Richards and Gina Reed among many. GOOD SAMARITAN lists discharges such as Carolyn McKee and Lorraine Wilson while other facilities note patient movements across Belle Rive Ashley Glenn Leman Hearthside Nursing Home Mt Vernon and Wayne City.
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Jefferson Memorial
Lillian Castaldi
Woodlawn
Scott Griffin
Belair
Ruth Lumbattis
Oak Place
Marjorie Hilliard
Perkins Mollie Payne
Carolyn McKee
Faeline Hammond
Ina Laurell Freeman
Waltonville
Harry Bumpus
Lorraine M. Wilson
Fairfield Road
Paul S. Barker
Ramsey Realty
Christina Heifner
Wayne City
Lizzie
Births in Salem at Good Samaritan Hospital
Mr and Mrs John Hancock at 210 E Jennings Salem welcome a daughter born Tuesday afternoon January 12 at 3 02 in Good Samaritan Hospital weighing six pounds three ounces. Mr and Mrs Robert Marshall of 2 Northbrook welcome a daughter born Tuesday evening January 12 at 8 52 in Good Samaritan Hospital weighing seven pounds nine ounces. Mr and Mrs Fred Payne of 816 North 4th welcome a son born Wednesday morning January 13 at 1 28 in Good Samaritan Hospital weighing eight pounds ten ounces.
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John Hancock
E. Jennings
Salem
Good Samaritan Hospital
Robert Marshall
Northbrook
Fred Payne
North 4Th
Charges Dropped and Local Incidents Reported
Charges of battery against Robert L. Richardson were dropped in circuit court on the state attorney's motion. Fines were issued in circuit court for speeding to Denzil L. Lowery and John J. Lovette. A break in was reported at Eddie's Tavern but nothing missing. Two minor accidents were recorded, including damage to vehicles owned by Walter Jones and Donald Frice Sr. Russell Warren, 17, was returned to county jail after an escape from Mt. Vernon police. bond set at 2900.
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Robert L. Richardson
Cherry
Denzil L. Lowery
Route 2
Bluford
John J. Lovette
Chicago
A. Passerby
Eddie
South 10Th
Mt. Vernon
Wal{er Jones
Perkins
South 9Th
Jones
Donald Frice Sr
North 7Th
Brenda Pierce
Berkely
Russell Warren
17Th Street
Atkins
Minn
Warren
Lee R
Buck” Lyons
Bill Hill
Minnesota
Vandalism Reported Across Mt Vernon Shops
police logged multiple vandalism incidents in Mt. Vernon. A beer bottle shattered Henn’s Barber Shop front glass at 905 South 10th. Arthur Jones reported a broken storm door at 1000 South 21st. Neighbors saw a tall slender youth flee the area. An earlier storm door window was broken. Dellas Talbert reported a broken yard light at 619 South 19th. A boy, about 11 or 12, in light pants and a dark coat, believed responsible, fled the scenes.
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Mt. Vernon
Henn
S. 10Th
Arthur Jones
South 21St
Jines
Dellas Talbert
South 19Th
Two theft reports filed with Mt Vernon police yesterday
Charles Taylor of 1020 Jones reported a stereo and tapes stolen from his car belonging to his brother. Vernen Shelton of 1214 South 24th said a battery was stolen from her car parked behind Brass Key Tavern on South 10th at 1 00 a m today.
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Mt. Vernon
Charles Taylor
Jones
Vernen Shelton
South 24Th
Brass Key Tavern
South 10Th
Car Hits Cow Injures Teen on Ewing Road
State Police logged an accident one mile east of Ewing on the Ewing blacktop at 2 05 p m Tuesday. A car driven by Ran dall G Raulston 18 McLeansboro struck a cow owned by Jack Payne Rt 1 Ewing causing major damage to the vehicle and minor injuries to Raulston.
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Ewing
Randall G. Raulston
McLeansboro
Jack Payne
Rt. 1
Raulston
Praire View Resident Killed by Auto on Illinois 22
Mrs. Antonia Skorupa aged 48 was struck and killed while walking along Illinois 22 in front of her Prairie View home Tuesday. Local authorities reported the accident near Prairie View.
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Perestrain
Prairie View
III
Antonia Skorupa
Illinois 22
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J. H. Cornstubble O'Fallon
Vernon
Gretta Brooks
ED B. Moss
First Bank
Capital
Mt. Vernon Grain
Wall Street
Bobo
Clarence Bonifacius
Clarence
Glendall Davis
MT. V
Enemas
A&w
Main St
Mt. Vernon, Ill
USA
Niagara
Mt, Vernon
Main
East St. Louis District Mutual Cyclone Insurance Company
Topper
Route 127 South
Nashville
Norma Banks
Sec’.y
Varnell Rebekah Lodge
Varneil Rebekah Lodge
C.F
Jordan St
Bessie Gilbert
N. G
Naomi R. Bogan
Sec’y
Bill
Bill Kniffen
Register-News
BIG Wig Sale
Kanekalon Pacini Originals
Kanekalon
Pamela Wig
Long & Natural
Oee Ali
Pacini Originals
Denver
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