State legislative action on highway funding and election law changes
The Springfield legislature advanced a $250000 appropriation to the state highway commission for the Dixie Highway and approved related election law revisions. The Senate passed a Curtis bill changing primary dates and timing, while the House moved toward but did not suspend the 0 car limit bill, with votes noted on successive measures.
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Dixie Road
Senate
Curtis
State Highways Commission
Senator Womack
Equality
Reliers
Reid
Theresa
Aft
House
Kellers
Aso Tay
Commencement Day at Illinois Honors 964 Graduates
The Forty Fourth Annual University of Illinois commencement awarded 964 degrees. Argentine envoy Romulo Naon delivered the oration warning of Europe’s war and urging nations toward resilience and reconstruction.
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University of Illnois
Romulo Naon
Marriages and milestones and industry marks in Illinois
Sterling and Mia Georgiana wed in a fifth ceremony as Gillespie reports a record coal haul of 6 195 tons in a day at mine No 3. Champaign sees a four year old killed by horses while Springfield denies a wheel tax rehearing. Murphysboro forms an ostrich venture amid Arkansas eggs sent for hatching. Numerous local notes include school reorganizations in Duquoin Rendlenmang and Benton, plus corporate listings for Chicago sign boards and manufacturers.
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Sterling
George P Parker
Mia Georgiana
Gillespie
Superior
Champaign
Ray Relfstock
Springfield
Supreme Court
Dehner
City of Lincoln
Duquvin —A
Murphysboro
Hot Springs
Ark Springfield
City of
Lincoln
Clayton
Rev Bromley
Duquetn
Charles Wo Houk
Duquelsa
Benton
Rendlemang
Murphysboo
Scowl
Madison
Bethany
San
State Bar elects McChesney president at convention
Nathan W McChesney of Chicago was elected president of the State Bar Association at a convention in the city. Edward C Kramer of East St Louis was mentioned as a former president, with remarks by Senators Sherman and Lewis. A separate note describes a burglary in Vermilion county and a separate theft at Armstrong involving a damaged gate and several hundred dollars taken.
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Quincy
Nathan W McChesney
Chicago
State Bar Association
Edward C Kramer
St Louis
John F Voight
Sherman and
Lewis
Vermilion County
Armstrong
Hlinois Central
Orchard Information for Strawberry Beds and Planting
Guidance on strawberry bed setup and care. Do not turn chickens onto beds and avoid damaging plants. Wait for settled weather, keep winter mulch, avoid sod land, and ensure drainage. Plant two rows of one variety, use commercial fertilizer, and avoid overhandling while preparing the bed.
Catch the Winged Insects Way to Protect Fruit Trees
Irvin Tabor of Ohio writes in Green Fruit Grower about a simple method to trap brown and white millers and beetle bugs. He recommends coating roofs with coal tar paint or a good roof coating and placing a bright lamp in the middle of the roof at sunset to attract insects. He warns against torchlight in patches to avoid widespread fires.
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Irving Tabor
Ohio
How Women Avoid Operations
Cleveland readers praise Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for long term abdominal pain and female trouble that led to fears of surgery. Letters from Mrs. C. H. Grirrits of Cleveland and Mrs. Ada Witt of Hanover report relief, regained regularity, and ability to work after using the product.
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Cleveland
Ohio
Lydia
Pinkham
C. H. Grirrits
Hanover
Lydis E. Pinkham
Ada Wiitt
Walnut St
Lydia E. Pinkham
Soldiers Who Wear Veils in Desert Heat
British forces under General Botha face the harsh terrain of German Southwest Africa a sun scorched desert where supply is scarce. Troops endure 122 degree heat in shade while sand penetrates clothing and gear. Many soldiers suffer blistering sun exposure and hospitals report cases.
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German Southwest Africa
Botha
Vella
Conflicting War Accounts Duel Over Early Battle Truth
Residents read dueling reports from Foolish and German sources as the war's first bombardment unfolds. Critics note initial claims diverge on casualties and tactics, while observers urge caution until independent verification emerges.
Woman credits Postum with curing coffee induced illness
Ohig woman recounts four years of heart trouble and nervous prostration tied to coffee use. She quit by using Postum and reports restored health, steady nerves, resolved chest pain, and renewed energy. Product details from Postum Co Battle Creek Michigan.
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Postum
Jett
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
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Franz OO
Illinois News
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Illinois
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Alton Steel
Orr Chicago Sign Board Company
Peter Falgaard
Jochim N Schroeder
Ackerman-Johnson Company
Tyaxburg
Bunding Committee
Thin City
Athena
Norris
Bes
Joa Ures Erwd
Mere Boy
Terrin ZY
Awaam O' Sua
Lydia E. Pink
Lydia E. Ham
Africa
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