Marion Monitor
Feb. 3, 1881
LOCAL NEWS.
H.W. LITTLE, our sewing machine repairer, spent two days of last week in Carterville.
Mrs. J.P. COPELAND gave the Monitor a call last Friday.
Johnie BAINBRIDGE, we are happy to say, is again on duty, after several days of sickness.
Mr. John BAINBRIDGE made a flying business trip to Carbondale, last Friday.
Mr. ASKEW, who has been confined to his home for several weeks with sickness, was on our streets Thursday.
Our printer friend W.B. REED will go to Williamson County to play “the devil” on a farm.-Harrisburg Chronicle.
There was a very pleasant party given at the residence of Miss Chloe MITCHELL last Wednesday evening, which was enjoyed by all present.
A new born babe with throat cut and head mashed; was found in a barrel among a lot bottles, at Cairo a few days since.-Mt. Carmel Republic.
Blue-back books could be seen everywhere Saturday night. Prof. HILL was making a delivery.
Jack BENSON went to Carbondale Monday, and returned Tuesday.
Elder JERMAINE preached to a crowded house Sunday night, his text being “Hopes Tested.”
R.G. did not get to see S.B. after all, when he was in St. Louis. Too bad.
Jack BENSON returned home Saturday, after a week’s trip to Belleville and St. Louis.
There will be a debate between Elders POTTER, of the Regular Baptist Church, and WILLIAMS of the Universalist at the Christian Church, at Long Prairie, commencing on the 15th of February. The subject will be the Resurrection.
Married at the M.B. Parsonage, Corinth, Ills., Jan. 27th, 1881, by Rev. A.B. ROHRBOUGH. Mr. I.C. OWENS of Vincennes, Indiana and Miss Laura V. COOPER of Buckhannan, West Virginia.
A new and amusing game especially to the unmarried, has been devised. It is called “eye peeping.” Two holes are made in a screen. The performers stand behind it and place their eyes in the holes while the persons in front guess to whom the eyes belong.
The young folks had a party at the residence of Mr. ROBERTSON’s Tuesday night, which was a pleasant affair.
Messrs. S.H. BUNDY, Jr. and C.H. DAVIS, the former of Carterville, the latter of Crainville, have been visiting friends here abouts this week.
Mrs. PRICKETT of Carbondale has been visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. N.G. PERRINE of Lake Creek, this week.
B.F. CHITTY of Southern, in his usual good cheer, called on us this week, paid off old score, and one year hence. Frank never fails to appreciate the efforts of the Monitor.
Mr. John HAXTER has removed his family to Jeffersonville where for a while they will reside.
Mr. John ALLMAN, one of our substantial Grassy patrons was in Marion last Saturday disposing of his surplus stock of mules.
We observed among other Corrintans last Monday, Dr. H.C. MITCHELL.
John DAVIS of Carbondale, after a lengthy siege, has recovered his health and reentered the boot and shoe trade. Last Monday was the first visit made to Marion since GARFIELD was elected President.
Messrs. Winnie and J.C. HUNDLEY were looking after orders in Marion this week.
Dr. S.H. BUNDY, pastor of the Christian church at Metropolis, Ill., is visiting his family and friends in Marion this week. He will remain about three weeks.
Mr. J.M. BURKHARD, with wife, and Miss DUNCAN, gave the Monitor a pleasant call Thursday. Call again, we like to have visitors, especially our lady friends.
The basement of GOODALL’s building will soon be occupied as a wagon shop.
A. HUDGENS has removed his family to town and occupy the W.E. WILEY residence on East Main Street.
Mrs. Thos. DELOACH, daughter of Mr. Wm. JACK, died at the residence of her father last Monday morning.
There was quite a large crowd attended the oyster supper at Askew’s hall on last Monday night, which was for the benefit of the ladies Sewing Society.
Prof. HILL have those of his pupils a half day holiday Monday, who were punctual during the month of January.
LANG & SLANKARD moved their stock of goods to Carterville last Monday. Mr. SLANKARD has removed his family also, and will give his personal attention to the mercantile business.
Bro. ENNIS is delivering the Odd Fellows and Masonic charts ordered by members of the orders a few weeks since. They are beautifully finished, and those ordered are delighted with them.
J. HENDRICKSON and Lucian HOLLAND went to Springfield last week in answer to a summons issued by the U.S. Grand Jury.
J.W. PEEBLES, Esq., after visiting the State Capitol. Legislature and U.S. Grand Jury; returned home last Friday.
Our young stalwart friend, Geo. W. DUNCAN, of Jeffersonville were among our callers this week, enroute to Marissa, Ill.
Elder JERMAINE, as was previously announced, preached on the subject of “Hopes Tested” to a very large attentive and intelligent audience at the Christian Church last Sunday night. In the opening discourse the subject was lined out, and so clearly set before the audience that there could be no misunderstanding as to the object of the speaker. His line of reasoning was certainly very clear, and the points made were strong and lasting. To the Christians they were substantial Anchors, and to the ____ and Infidel, Torpedoes. The subject will be renewed, at some day in the future and carried out to the end. Due notice of which will be given, and it is hoped the public will continue to give him a good hearing.
FROM BLAIRSVILLE.
Alison HILL passed the time off to day by skating up and down the streets of Pulltight, to interest the fair sex.
The ball ended at HUNDLEY’s when one of the boys got choked on frozen oysters, and one of the ladies fainted. We learn since that John ARMDOFF on his way back to Carterville from the dance took very sick and threw up twenty four oysters. John says he can’t account for it, unless they were frozen together when he ate them, as he only ate six.
Miss Emma HENDERSON is still getting along with her school find. She gained the affection of her pupils, therefore avoids using the hickory.
Wm. CUNDIFF has a new two story framed dwelling house upwhen(?) completed will help the looks of our country.
Mr. Henry MCNEIL is furnishing a large amount of good saw stocks to their mill. Henry is one of the most interprising young farmers in this county, and in a few more years of good management, he will be one among the wealthiest men of our county.
Mr. MOSS, who lately last his house by fire; we learn has recovered the insurance and is having a new and better one built.
Marion Monitor
Feb. 10, 1881
LOCAL NEWS.
L.A. GODDARD and Mr. WESTBROOKS went to Benton, Tuesday.
Miss Belle DAVIS who has been attending Catholic School at St. Louis, returned home one day last week.
John REICE who has been abroad, in the interest of the tobacco firm of GOODALL & MOHLER, returned home Tuesday.
Mr. L.A. GODDARD has sold his interest in the firm formerly known as BAINBRIDGE & GODDARD, to Mr. BAINBRIDGE.
Mrs. Julie DUNAWAY and Miss Julia HUDSON were called to Carbondale Tuesday, to the bedside of Andrew SNIDER, who is very ill. Later-Since the above was put in type, we learn that Mr. SNIDER died and was buried Wednesday.
We regret to announce the death of Mr. Gill J. BURR, of Murphysboro, who died on the 31st ult. Mr. BURR was for many years the editor of the Murphysboro Era, and held many offices of trust in Jackson county. He was highly respected by all who knew him. A large circle of friends and acquaintances mourn his demise.
Hon. C.A. KELLER, of Mt. Vernon, G.W., of the Grand Lodge of I.O.O.F., of this State, was in town Monday and Tuesday, and in the company with the Hon. G.W. YOUNG, of Marion, G.C. of the Grand Lodge attended the Odd Fellows Lodge of this place Monday night for the purpose of giving instructions in the new work of the order. -Saline County Sentinel.
We are indebted to Roy GODDARD for favors.
Mr. INGERSOLL, of Carbondale, we understand is quite sick.
Dr. S.H. BUNDY returns to his charge at Metropolis this week.
Mr. and Mrs. David MOHLER are in receipt of a new boy at their home.
C.J. NORMAN is traveling for the tobacco firm of GOODALL & MOHLER.
The Monitor office was visited by the following young ladies one day last week, and we regret very much that we were not in: Misses Grace HUNDLEY, Meta GOODALL, Effie GOODALL, Irene HARGON, Louella BAINBRIDGE and Louella SIMMONS.
Bro. SCAWTHON, was on account of ill health, unable to fill his appointment last Sunday night. Health permitting he will next Sunday night deliver a discourse on the “Return of the Prodigal.” It is hoped the people will give him their undivided attention, as he is far above the average and can edify those who may chance to hear him.
There was a very pleasant surprise party given at the Cline House last Wednesday night.
We received a very pleasant call last Wednesday from Miss Mary BARHAM and Miss Lou SIMMONS.
Judge ELSTUN, County Judge of Perry County has resigned his Judgeship. The vacancy has been filled by S.G. PARKS.
Mrs. W.H. EDWARDS has been confined to her bed for some time with a sore throat.
We are pained to learn of the death of Miss Nora Calvert, who expired Wednesday night.
JOTTINGS BY THE WAY.
Will you whisper to your correspondent from Corinth, and tell him he had better look a “leedle oud,” or a certain young lady will wring his nose.
More improvements in our little village. A Mr. RANEY is going to build here with a view of opening a family grocery store, and a shop for the working of wood.
Mr. CORDER, our blacksmith is building an addition to his dwelling house.
Some one says Frank ROBERTS is getting Western fever again. GREELY did not mean you Frank, when he said, “Go West Young man.” You have passed that period, and are no longer young.
Gen’l. CORDER of Galatia, is trying to buy the mill property of the ROBERTS brothers at Corinth.
Dr. John MITCHELL, of Mt. Vernon, spent a few days at his fathers the past week.
Mr. J.G. MITCHELL will move to Benton in a short time and engage in the mercantile business.
Dr. MCDONALD of Crab Orchard is getting so fat that he is real saucy.
Felix STEWART has returned from Corinth after a few months absence in the Northern part of this state.
FROM WOLF CREEK.
Mr. H.W.B.? what makes you smile so. Oh! Have you not heard it is a girl No. three. Is that so indeed. Mother and child doing well.
Mr. R.Y. BAYLESS is in his opinion just the happiest man in Grassy precinct at the present time. It’s a daughter, No. one and all are doing well.
Jeff THROGMORTON says the Republican party is on the increase in Grassy Precinct. It must be so-a young stalwart arrived at his house about a week ago. It’s a son No. five, all of whom he says are true and staunch.
Mrs. Jeff THROGMORTON has been confined to her room for two weeks past in a very critical condition, but at the present writing is recovering slowly.
I understand there is some dangerous cases of sickness in Grassy and Southern. Mr. Fisher ARMSTRONG and Esq. COLLINS are confined with winter fever. The former has been down for a considerable length of time. I hope to hear of their speedy recovery. The measles are spreading rapidly in all directions from reports, causing a number of schools to suspend for the time being. There is now in our immediate section, Mr. B.F. CHITTY’s entire family with the exception of himself and wife, have been down with them.
I am sorry to chronicle the death of the little son and only child of Mr. G. and Mariah GOODMAN, who departed this life the first of the present month. The young parents have the entire sympathy of our community in their sad bereavement.
OBITUARY.
Died.-On the night of Jan. 31st at the home of his parents. Merry Eldredge WROTEN. That dread destroyer, Pneumonia, took him away on the eve of his 22nd birthday. He had the respect of all who knew him. Mothers love was the guiding star of his life, and it led him, ever in the path of virtue and honesty. “Beyond the flight of Time, Beyond this vale of Death, There surely is some better clime, “Where life is not a breath.”-G
Marion Monitor
Feb. 17, 1881
LOCAL NEWS.
Bill WHEATLEY, a stalwart Republican of DuQuoin, was in Marion this week.
Some of the young folks had a pleasant time at Hartwell DUNCAN’s Monday night.
Mr. J.L. ROBERTS of Corinth was in Marion, last Wednesday, enroute home from a meeting of Odd Fellows held at Carbondale last Tuesday night. From him we learn that the next anniversary will be held at Carbondale and the Lodges of Alexander, Pulaski, Union, Jackson and Williamson agreed to meet together in onbody and make the celebration a magnificent affair.
Elder JERMANE will commence his course of lectures next Sunday night.
Mr. A.M. ASKEW says he will soon make all the boys happy. You know what.
There was quite a pleasant party at the residence Mr. John LEE’s Monday night.
Miss Belle DAVIS entertained some of her friends one night last week.
The Benton Chronicle says: Charlie SAUTHER went down to Marion last week to see “his folks.”
Anna Advocate. Judge YOUNG of Marion, was around this week teaching the Odd Fellow boys how to ride a goat.
Metropolis Democrat.-F.M. GOODALL, Esq., of Marion, Ills., is in our city this week for the purpose of purchasing one hundred good mules. Those having that kind of property to sell will do well to see the gentleman.
Benton Chronicle:- Mr. L.A. GODDARD, Mayor of Marion, and Mr. Wm. WESTBROOK of the same place, were in town yesterday. We are glad to hear that there is a possibility of these thoroughly live young men engaging in business in Benton.
Miss Metta GOODALL entertained her many friends Tuesday evening, in the shape of a carpet tacking.
We are sorry to hear of the sickness of Rev. SENTER, pastor of the Southern Methodist church. Pneumonia is the trouble.
Perry MARTIN, the supposed murder of James SHAW, at Du Quoin, has been convicted of highway robbery in Missouri and sentenced to the state’s prison for twelve years. If he lives through that dose, he will probably be brought back here and tried for murder.-Pinckneyville Democrat.
Rev. SCAWTHON delivered an interesting discourse last Sunday night at the M.E. church on the “Return of the Prodigal.” Bro. S. is a good speaker and ought to receive the encouragement of his entire membership by their constant attendance at his appointments.
Elder JERMAINE announced last Sunday that he would begin a series of lectures at the Christian church next Sunday night. 1st., “Return of the Jews.” 2nd, “American Prophecy” 3rd, “The Coming Savior.” Other topics will probably be followed. Due notice of which will be given.
The Franklin County Chronicle speaks of Mr. MORRIS, of Hardin, as follows, and as he has many friends in Williamson, we copy:
Hon. William MORRIS of the 51st Senatorial district, is signalizing himself in the Legislature as one of the best minds in that body and one of the safest counselors. He is a self made man having come up through poverty to a fair degree of affluence by his own exertions. Mr. M. was formerly a resident of Franklin county, and many of the older citizens will remember him as Justice of the Peace at Frankfort for many years. He has been a very industrious student; has a very retentive memory, and has risen to some eminence in his chose profession-the law. He is a stalwart Republican and is always ready to give satisfactory reasons for the faith that _ him.
FROM CORINTH
At a meeting for the Andrew Jackson Lodge, No. 487 A.F. & A.M., the following resolutions were adopted.
Whereas, on the 26th day of January 1881, our beloved Brother Francis M. MARTIN, was taken from our midst by death, Therefore Resolved, although we are made to mourn his departure, and are called upon to part with one who has become dear to us by a strong paternal tie. Yet we humbly bow to the will of Him in whose hands are the lives of His creatures, and who doeth all things well.
Resolved, That we extend to the bereaved widow of our deceased brother, our heartfelt sympathy in his her great grief, and may the tender mercies of Him, who once wept with those who wept at the tomb. Of him who can bind up the broken heart and wipe away the widow’s tears be thrown around her, and give her courage and strength to bear up under her bereavement and lead her on to a Union where friends never part.
Resolved, That in the death of our Brother, the Lodge has lost one of its most efficient members; his family a loving husband and a kind father; the Church a devoted member and society an honorable citizen.
Resolved, That the members of this Lodge wear the appropriate badges of mourning for usual length of time. And that a copy of these resolutions be sent to the widow; also a copy to the Marion Monitor and Benton Standard for publication.
M.S. STRIKE, J.H. STEWART, Oliver COX}Com.
RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT.
The following resolutions in regard to the death of Miss Nora CALVERT, were adopted by the High school and Grammar Department in Room A. of the Marion Public School, on the 14th inst.
Whereas, On the 9th day of February, 1881, it pleased God in his wisdom to send the messenger of death to take away Miss Nora CALVERT from our midst, and
Whereas, We deeply mourn the loss of our friend and schoolmate, whose good deeds have endeared her to all of us, and whose kind words will be long remembered by us.
Resolved, That we tender to the bereaved family our heart-felt sympathy, and the consolation that cannot be taken away, that she is with One who will never leave nor forsake those who trust in Him.
Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be furnished to the family of the deceased, and one to each of the County papers for publication.
Emma HUDGENS, Ida M. BUCKLEY, Meta GOODALL, Leona FEATOR, Daisy WESTBROOK}Com.
PROCEEDINGS OF CITY COUNCIL.
The Board of City Alderman met in regular session at the office of the City Clerk, on Monday, the 14th day of February, A.D. 1881. Alderman present, James M. CAMPBELL, Charles M. EDWARDS, Charles M. KERN, J.L. CALVERT, Thomas DAVIS. John R. LITTLE, Clerk. The Mayor being absent on motion of C.M. KERN, James M. CAMPBELL was elected Mayor, pro tem. The minutes of the previous meeting read and approved. Report of A.M. PACE, read and on motion approved and placed on file. On motion of C.M. KERN, the following accounts were allowed:
W.D. DALLAS, digging post holes 1-2 day……50
GOODALL & BURKHART, 1 keg and 84 lbs nails…..1.35
M.W. ROBERTSON, 1 keg and 2 keys…..4.20
On motion of C.M. EDWARDS, the account of M.S. STRIKE for Clerks fees in Circuit Court, continued.
On motion of C.M. EDWARDS, it was ordered that the Street Committee buy 10 kegs of nails for use of sidewalks and crossings.
On motion of C.M. KERN, the board adjourned.
Marion Monitor
Feb. 24, 1881
LOCAL NOTES.
We are indebted to Mr. ASKEW for past favors.
Mr. Dick LEWIS of Benton, was in Marion Monday.
Elder JERMANE began his series of lectures Sunday night.
Mrs. J.L. ADAMS has been seriously ill for several days.
Zeb SKATES, our “war hero,” gave us a call Thursday.
The invitations are out for a grand ball at Askew’s Hall tonight.
We are indebted to the Temperance Union of Carterville, for favors.
If you want anything pertaining to Literature, etc. give Miss Mattie EUBANKS a call at the News depot.
The M.E. Sunday School, under the Superintendency of Bro. PACE, is progressing finely.
There was quite a pleasant affair at the Simmon’s House last Thursday night, the occasion being a party.
Mr. Sam TARPLEY of Murphysboro was in Marion Saturday and Sunday, visiting friends and relatives.
Jack BENSON left for St. Louis Wednesday evening, to be gone a day or two.
Mr. L.A. GODDARD returned yesterday morning from a trip of two weeks in Lebanon, Missouri, and other places.
The young folks have a party at the Simmons house to-night, which promises to be a pleasant affair.
The Temperance Union met at the M.E. church Monday night with a very slim crowd.
Mr. HOPPER, of the firm of HOPPER & REID, cut his hand very badly one day this week with a hatchet.
A petition is being circulated for signers asking the Governor to pardon John BULLINER out of the State prison.
Ed. MORTON late of new Burnsides has bought the Vienna Times and will make a Republican paper of it. And now it is that the Democrats of Johnson have no paper, and but little party. We wish Ed success in his new enterprise.
A few nights ago Edward CHISM was awakened by his wife and requested to put the cat out of the room which Mrs. CHISM heard as she supposed, purring. When Mr. CHISM was thoroughly aroused he found the cat engaged in sucking the breath of their nine year old daughter who was sleeping in the room. The cat was thrown out of doors with such violence as to kill it, and after several gasping breaths the little girl was all right again. Had a few minutes more time passed, the child’s breath would have undoubtedly been drawn from her by the cat.-Aloion(?) Journal. The above item is sufficient to cause war declared and cats routed.
CRAB ORCHARD ITEMS.
Crab Orchard will have a new Baptist Church soon. Two hundred dollars was donated by three men.
Frank PEEBLES is doing a good business in the grocery line, and is selling cheap at his old stand.
T.D. MASSIE has returned to his home in the north part of this State.
George EDWARDS son has purchased the large Coal Farm that formerly belonged to Dick ADAMS and will make a slope soon.
A little infant babe of Tom KLOPE fell in the fire and was seriously burned. But is thought will recover.
Samy CORDER has a fine young deer that was captured in the Sunk lands of Missouri by his brother William, while hunting and trapping this winter.
It is thought that coal oil can be found near the surface on the land owned by P.M. SMITH. Everything leads in that direction.
Bill PARKS read two chapters of Jobe and one of St. Mathew and Grant’s Warren Ohio, speech last Sunday, and says it is all good to practice.
NORTH SCHOOL HOUSE.
There is considerable sickness in this vicinity. James HOBBS is laying very low at present, Also Alf WILLIAMS’ daughter. Our worthy school teacher Mr. GALENA was summoned to the bedside of his sick mother, consequently is not teaching this week.
We have a boss debating society at our school house every Tuesday night. If you don’t believe it just ask Wm. OWEN.
There will be considerable clover seed scattered around here this spring. Dr. HAYTON will seed about ten bushels of it.
There is not much clearing going this winter owing to the inclemency of the weather. Second, there is not much clearing to do, notwithstanding Will COOK is grubbing a few of them up. William HAYTON just finished making a boss hay__rame. He expects to have hay to haul the coming season.
MORE JOTTINGS.
Now this is the say that SCHULER has not taken the measles yet, though he has had a first class chance to do so. Mollie has gotten over them.
Dr. MITCHELL hardly knows what to do with himself since the snow has gone away, as it has spoiled all the rabbit hunting. The Dr. is the “boss” hunter of the neighborhood, he can bring a rabbit every time, if he sees only its shadow.
More improvements still. J.L. and F.M. ROBERTS have been giving their saw mill a thorough overhauling. This is well, for they have a great many logs to put into lumber.
Mr. DUNCAN has moved back to his farm near Union Grove Church.
Old Mother HAYS is very low and will no doubt die soon.
Samuel WEAVER’s child has been very sick, but is better.
Mr. GRISSOM, who had his house burned a few days ago, including his meat, a portion of his wheat and house hold goods, has been remembered, his neighbors have replaced a portion of what he lost.
MAKANDA ITEMS.
Our drug store has changed hands. Mr. POWERS going out and Mr. Jake HARTMAN assuming the proprietorship. Success to the new druggist.
Eph COVER is around again, but still thinks a crutch to be an indispensable necessity.
Notwithstanding the extremely severe winter, our school under the management of Prof. HUIBBEL is very prosperous.
I spent several days up on Grassy, in Williamson, and found everything just booming, financially, religiously and socially.
Mr. A.M. TOWNSEND has just purchased of J.W. THAXTON, his 80 acre farm situated near Pleasant Hill Church, paying him the handsome sum of $1,500 for it. As Mr. TOWNSEND is a bachelor, the purchase of a farm may mean a great deal. The young ladies of Mr. TOWNSENDs acquaintance are each in a flutter, for fear she won’t be the lucky one. Mr. THAXTON has purchased a farm of Mr. John TOWNSEND, and will move on it immediately.
On Thursday night of last week, we attended a meeting of the Plebian Literary Society at the Rendleman School house in Grassy, and found everything first class. A full programme and well carried out. Questions for regular discussion was resolved that “Conscience is an innate principle affirmed by J.D. RUSHING, J.M. KILLBRETH and A.M. TOWNSEND. Denied by G.J. BAKER, E.L. ABEL and W.V. SANDERS. Declamation. A warrantee Deed by James RADFORD and select reading “Learning to Skate,” by C.C. SANDRS were happy hits and elicited roars of laughter from the large audience present. Taken altogether as country Literary Society, the entertain was a decided success.
Elders CHAMNESS and BOLLING are holding a series of meetings at the new school house in district No. 7, with a very fair attendance and interest, notwithstanding mud and snow.