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Newspaper
Toluca Star Herald
Location
Toluca, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1913
Page
1
Toluca is pitched as a bustling business town with elevators for grain trade, coal company employment, blacksmiths, contractors, builders, harness makers, lumber dealers, auto repair, and numerous shops offering low prices and quality goods. Saturdays and evenings attract many locals toToluca’s active commerce.
There is more catarrh in this region than other diseases and it was once deemed incurable. Doctors blamed local treatment, but science shows catarrh is constitutional. Hall's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney & Co. claims to cure by acting on blood and mucous surfaces, with a $100 reward for any failure. Send for circulars and testimonials.
A splendid programme of harness and running races will be given at the Northern Illinois fair in Streator from September 6 to 12. Streator is noted for good races and liberal purses, promising exciting speed contests. In addition to trotting and pacing there will be running races as well.
The Gunthers baseball team traveled to Cedar Point last Sunday and fell 15 to 8. Missing one player, Frank Ball filled in and batted .500 with a home run claimed by spectators. Willie Gerardo bruised fingers and wore a bandage for days. Toluca lineup included Pompeyoe, Gerardo, Valesanoss, Kress, Roe, Arnold, Saghetti, Ball.
J. L. Miskimin, located in the old Star building, runs a thriving feather cleaning and mattress renovation business. He works from dawn to after dark, earning a reputation as a top craftsman and attracting orders from customers six to seven miles away. Observers would be amazed at the drastic improvements from dirty to renewed feathers.
New public school announces Miss Clara Harshbarger of Arcola Illinois hired as assistant at Toluca High School. She is a Charles ton State Normal School and University of Illinois graduate with several years of experience. The district states it now meets requirements for State University credit and invites parents to consider Toluca for students with an eighth grade certificate.
Letters from readers describe Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as giving universal satisfaction and relief for coughs and bronchial symptoms. One user cites it for children, another reports lagrippe cough relief and urges using this product over substitutes. Sold by Foster Drug Co.
The board of Review of Marshall County is now in session at the county courthouse in Lacon Illinois with hours from 7:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. continuous. H. F. Stoner serves as chairman followed by C. E. Burt J. E. Hohmstrom and Joe Haws as clerk.
Clarence Bennett presents The Holy City at Jensen Theatre on Monday Aug 25. The production, endorsed by clergy, enacts the biblical story without scriptural alteration and includes Salome and Marius as a separate added tale. George Monserat leads the original New York company.
Toluca improves to a 10 to 4 win over Dana as Ghiglieri stars on the mound. Stars score in eight frames while Dana crosses twice in late innings. key Toluca players include Boland Slapinski McCall Lessige Gardinere Rachke Ghiglieri Olander Loger Durham. Dana lineup shows Kleanthe Loons Danaher Goldone Kenney Troyp Kehn Cobb Comiskey.
The Hoosier Amusement and Carnival Co. brings big shows to Toluca with tents on the streets. They offer several paid shows plus two free attractions each night, all first class. The free acts draw crowds as the merry-go-round and Ferris wheel entertain youths and adults. The carnival runs until Saturday night, inviting everyone to visit.
The Toluca team traveled to Pontiac last Sunday and led most of the way until the eighth inning when Pontiac's timely hits swung the game. Pontiac won 8 to 4. Players report a fine trip by auto and a good time.
A brief public notice urges readers to subscribe to the Star Herald, listing subscription options and contact channels for delivery and service inquiries.
Circuit Court reports list Lacon State Bank as plaintiff in a case against A G Soderberg with confession by Barnes Magoon attorneys. Also Frank N Ireland Son vs C F Wagner and Rosa Wagner and Robert Burgess Son vs C F Wagner and Rosa Wagner, two separate suits with Barnes Magoon and deputies for plaintiffs.
Mary K Thompson and Martha I Ong with spouses transfer portions of lots in block 27 La con to Peter Petri by administrator. Isabel T Marsh and Geo C Marsh transfer part of a set in section 25 Lacon to Phillip Curran. Brinky B Lane and wife transfer part of section 25 set to John Thompson.
Estate notices include proof of notice of adjustment term by posting and publication. Inventories, probate orders, letters testamentary to Fannie A Gustafson, and final discharge of executor upon receipts. Several births announced: Mrs Young Glenn Broaddus Varna daughter. Duffield Whitefield son. Reis Meyer Saratoga son. Porter Johnson Spasland son. Chiola Toluca daughter. Pacione Toluca son. Harvey Lacon son. Schultz Lacon son.
The horse show at the Northern Illinois Fair in Streator runs September 6 to 12. Officials promise one of the greatest equine exhibitions with world champions and a spectacular night show under bright illumination.
J L Hacks of 915 Eight St Lincoln Illinois reports a bad kidney trouble that began with a lame back was cured by Foley Kidney Pills. He says he is thankful for the cure and recommends others try them. Sold by Foster Drug Co.
August 21 1903 marriages at St Ann s Church John Brushick and Antoin Stimac. Rutland depot project by John Gannon. Illness of Wm Chalcraft shows no improvement. K of P to present minstrel vaudeville September 3 in the opera house. Beckworth farm 170 acres northeast Toluca sold at August Guderian for 126 per acre. John Aimone returns from Valparaiso to enter Chicago medical school. Mrs Pete Peters and Glenn seriously ill. Informant reports the death of the year old son of Mr and Mrs Ernie Sullivan.
The annual meeting of the Board of Auditors of Bennington Township Warshall County Illinois will be held at the Town Clerk’s office on Tuesday September 2 1913 at 2 p m to audit all claims and demands against the township. D F Gregarno Township Clerk dated September 21 1913.
It’s a bold pitch for the current Photo Plays at the new theatre offering high quality feature films. The advertisement promises the biggest and best motion picture entertainment for your money and urges audiences to come, join the crowd, and sit in for the show.
Judge A M Otman announces resignation as Peoria county probate judge to run for circuit judge. Since December 6, 1910 he has issued over ten thousand court orders and ruled on property rights in Peoria county involving about nine million dollars. He asks voters to review his qualifications and supports in the September 13 primary and October 20 election.
H P Jensen has booked several fine attractions for his theatre in this city opening Monday night August 25 with Clarence Bennet’s Holy City. On September 9 A True Kentuckian features a southern play with a mammoth band. September 16 Fred Raymond presents Little Miss Susan, a comedy. September 20 Wm Wamsher presents The Final Settlement.
Advertises brand new motorcycles and motor boats at bargain prices with easy monthly terms. Also offers bargains in used motorcycles. Send a stamped reply to Lock Box 11 Trenton, Michigan.
The New Theatre invites audiences to enjoy motion pictures described as dramatic and realistic with engaging incidents and picturesque scenery from around the world. The notice promises engaging, absorbing entertainment and ongoing excellence for patrons.
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