History as a View of George Washington in Marion
A Marion Illinois column reprints a Medill School of Journalism piece examining the phrase history is bunk. Elizabeth Chapman’s essay argues Washington’s greatness lies in spiritual conquest and integrity. The piece contrasts mythic adulation with a more grounded portrayal of Washington as a leader inspired by liberty and truth.
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Henry Ford
Medill School of Journalism
Elizabeth Chapman
George Washington
George Wash
Ington
Weeks and War Department Recovering War Contract Losses
Secretary of War Weeks quietly led recovery efforts to reclaim millions from government war contracts made during the Wilson era. The work proceeded without fanfare and was disclosed only during Congressional discussion, contrasting a past practice of premature boasting with the present administration’s emphasis on performance over promises.
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Weeks
Wilson
Athletes Honor Coach Schrieber at Marion High
At a Thursday assembly Marion High School awarded Coach BE Schrieber a gold pencil and fountain pen from the athletes. William Wallace praised Schrieber for four years of work, citing district basketball championships, a state title, and three Southern Illinois meets wins. Schrieber said his players earned the praise, and he will not return next year.
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William Wallace
Marion
BE. H. Schrieber
Wallac
Southern Illinois
M. T. Ff
Schrieter
Schrieber
Masonic Council Organized Here in Marion
A new council of Royal and Select Masters of the Masonic fraternity was instituted in Marion at the Masonic Hall with 15 charter members. Othal L. Caldwell of Springfield instituted the local chapter, arriving from Herrin after a similar council was started there. Officers were elected and the council will meet again Monday night June 11 as plans are laid for a visit from a neighboring council to advance many Masons to higher degrees.
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Royal
Masonic Fraternity
Marion
Masonic Hall
Murphysboro
Othal L. Caldwell
Springfield
Grand Council of Royal
Illinois
Caldwell
Herrin
Masons
John L. Whiteside
H. W. Bateman
George W. Mercer
W. R. Elmore
William Carlton
W. H. Pease
Mark McAlpin
T. M. Poole
Lem Stone
W. T. Jewell
Jesse F. Scott
John Paul
J. Nathaniel Godair
Harry L. Peebles
S. G. Martin
T. I
Following are prices paid and received by Marion merchants
A notice lists the prices paid and received by Marion merchants effective June 1, detailing transaction values and goods in trade. The fragment notes specific rate figures and items, indicating local market activity and standard earnings for the period.
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Marion
Birthday Party for Lucille Bradley
Mrs. Herman Bradley hosted a Thursday afternoon birthday party for her daughter Lucille Bradley’s seventh birthday. A group of little girls played games and enjoyed ice cream cake and other treats, with a pretty birthday cake as a centerpiece.
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Lucille Bradley
Herman Bradley
Lucille
Cairo High School reports six sets of twins
Cairo High School lists six twin pairs among its students. Catherine and Robert LaHue Frances and Frank Gillespie Geraldine and Gerald Batty Lillien and Lyndle Burton Marieana and Mattie Summerlot Helen and Merlin Maddox. The Gillespies and Batlys are seniors.
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Cairo High School
Catherine
Robert LaHue
Frances
Frank Gillespie
Geraldine
Gerald Batty
Lillien
Lyndle Burton
Marieana
Mattie Summerlot
Helen
Merlin Maddox
Gillespies
Batlys
Ulster Frontiers Tension Flare as British Troops Seize Lines
June reports from London say Ulster premier Craig urged aggressive Ulster frontier action. Belfast confirms British soldiers took over segments of the Tyrone county line this afternoon, signaling a sharpened security posture amid ongoing Ireland conflict.
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Ireland
London
Craig
Aad
Ulster
Belfast
Tyrone
Prize stories begin in Herrin high school series
The first of five student short stories from Herrin Township High School is printed in the Marion Daily Republican with four more to follow. A $5 prize was offered by Marion Township High School for the best story, with Herrin awarding prizes as well. The judges have selected Herrin winners and the pieces are being published daily, praised as a strong county high school effort.
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Herrin Township High School
Marion Daily Republican
Marion Township
Herrin Township
Diploma Awards Highlight Marion Township Typewriters Class
Sixty students enrolled in Marion Township High School’s typewriting department earned diplomas with only two not receiving. Top performers reached speeds up to 68 WPM, led by Arline Hodge and Isola Hodge in the second year, while first year honorees included 60 plus WPM contenders and many named afterward.
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Marion Township High School
L. W. Heiser
Oran Bearden
Adna Crain
Troy Harris
Jewell Yandell
Opal Grace
Pauline Sobeszyk
Listher Goodall
Dan Odum
Velma Weir
Letha Moore
Wula Owens
Bonnie Hellar
Herman Bearden
Vivian Fairless
William Wallace
Pauline Mangum
Eleanor McAlpin
Oral Hill
F Lotus Cheat
Norma Swinney
Grace Fleming
Edith Jackson
Arline Hodge
Isola Hodge
Evelyn McCowen
Mary Hill
City of Dusk tale unfolds beneath Chong Yon’s realm
A subterranean fairyland ruled by Chong Yon is unveiled as Morning Glory, a captive princess, is drawn into plans to expand his private paradise. The tale follows the lush, jewel colored city, its enigmatic mistress, and a journey upward to unknown destinations.
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Chong Yon
Chong
Fairyland
Morning Glory
Dusk
How to Connect and Test a Radio Detector Set
The article guides wiring a radio detector including aerial and ground connections, buzzer, and detector testing. It explains testing with galena, adjusting tuning, and locating the most sensitive spot while noting stations broadcast mainly after seven. It warns to avoid buzzer noise and to verify coils, switches, and wiring for proper operation.
Amateurs Advance Radio License Lessons and Code
New York readers are urged to pursue government amateur radio licenses by learning Morse code through sound rather than memorization. The piece highlights ten words per minute, the role of amateurs in wartime training and instruction, and practical tips using a telegraph key and detector test to achieve proficiency. It stresses patient practice and the value of the radio art beyond listening to telephone broadcasts.
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Evenin
United States
New York
Squiresf
Army
Morning Glory and the City of Dusk Opium Raid
Morning Glory escapes from an opium den known as the City of Dusk with Walter Buren of the U S secret service driving. A raid at midnight yields government seizure of opium while Morning Glory learns she is Alice Marselle, daughter of Colonel Lionel Marselle, adopted and renamed by Chong Yon. Walter Buren’s romance with Miss Marselle unfolds amid political notes on Republican governors and state party leadership.
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Chong
Morning Glory
Chatg
Walter Buren
Chong Yon
Lionel Marselle
China
Iisa
Alice
Alice Marselle
Walter
Buren
Mr. Buren
Miss Marselle
Storm delays move of household goods and rail connections
W. J. Courtney moved Karl Hudgens' belongings to St Louis then started back with James Davis items moving from Alton to Marion. A cloud burst near Coulterville halted progress, forcing him to abandon his truck and return by train. Marion Eastern Railroad adds a 9 16 am Saturday train to connect with regional lines aiding travelers.
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W. J. Courtney
Karl Hudggens
St. Louis
James Davis
Alton
Marion
Coulterville
Building Restaurant at North Market and Wear Calvert
Work on a new restaurant at the corner of North Market and Wear Calvert streets is progressing rapidly. The concrete structure is rising as George Duke, the owner, leads the project.
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North Market and
Wear Calvert Streets
George Duke
Williamson County Home Bureau Picnics This Week
Williamson County Home Bureau held picnics this week with: Wednesday at Cambria near the Monihan and Kennedy home. music and outdoor games. good attendance reported. Thursday a picnic at Fountain Church near Husens, well attended. Miss Stella Hutson home adviser attended both, with social guests including Mrs. W. M. Bradley and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Dorrig in Marion and at Miss Ethel Koonce’s.
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Home Bureau
Williamson County
Burea
Cambria
James Monihan
Alenedy
Fountain Church
Hu Sens
Stella Hutson
W. M. Bradley
Hudgens
Marion
Ralph Dorrig
Country Club
Ethel Koonce
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the Republican Leader (Incorporated
Franklin Street
W. O. Paisley
Oldham Paisley
Ation
H. S
Masonic Council
Royal and Select Masons Institutes
New Council
Hope Cofn
Patudl
Anna Thompson
Japan
L. Miller
Elma Graves
Vienna
Frank Underile
Herrin High School
SHAFT
RADIO
America
Reas
Koler
Perel
F . Peease
Clarence E. Buck
Monmouth
Inness
McCormick-McKinley
Washington
Buck
Republican State Central Committee
James A. White
George M. Miley
Harrisburg
Marion Eastern Railroad
Coal Belt
Carterville
Illinois Central Paducah
Paulton
Egyptian Transportation System
Harvieburg
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