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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1918
Page
3
Local publication details subscription prices and terms. Advertising rates per line for classifieds and notices. Cards of thanks cost 25 cents. Obituary poetry not published. Lodge resolutions on death priced at $1. Announcements with admission fees charged at 5 cents per line. The Herald claims paid circulation in the county.
Secretary Daniels extols the Marines for their exploits in World War I. The piece recalls their bold charge at Chateau Thierry and the relentless battles in Belleau Wood, where they held off German forces, endured shortages, and earned the nickname devil dogs.
The Cyclops, a 19000 ton modern steamship with 213 crew and 57 passengers, vanished after leaving Barbadoes in March. Despite months of worldwide search by Allied governments, no wreckage or radio contact has been found, and the vessel was finally declared lost and removed from the registry.
The Cyclops sails in mystery with other ships that vanished at sea. Secretary Daniels calls the case the navy's most baffling mystery in his annual report to Congress.
Postmaster General Burleson publishes Theodore Mail of AT T revealing a Bell system breakthrough. The technical team develops a multiplex telephony and telegraphy method that carries five phone conversations over one wire pair and up to ten on two pairs. Telegraph capacity also soars without reducing quality. Wires may be split to support both services.
Gen Crowder, addressing retiring New York draft board members, argues the selective draft proves superior in war readiness. He says criticisms of conscription were unfounded and drafted men matched volunteers in fighting spirit, aiding essential industries and reducing burdens on families.
The Terre Haute Daily Star raises annual subscription to 4.00 starting January 1 1919. The Herald and Star combo remains 4.00 for one year. Renewals at 4.00 accepted until December 31. Rising raw material costs prompt move to consumer pay. Don't miss renewal by year end.
French ambassador Edward de Billy speaks in Baltimore warning Americans to resist rushing to peacetime normalization before a firm peace is proclaimed He calls for firm measures against Germany and a long effort to bind nations through education trade and cultural exchange to prevent a renewed threat.
Knitting directions specify loose casting on and off using 4 10 yarn and needle No 1. Proportions adjust with larger or smaller yarn or needles. Measure on level surface, join threads by splicing, count rows for second sock, pair socks at top, reinforce gusset if needed, wash per instructions, finished sock measurements specify foot 11 and a half inches, leg 14 inches, various circumferences and stretch.
The Lawrenceville born Lloyd Bopp, a former oil worker turned Chicago gangster, was executed by hanging on a Friday morning. His life, marked by crime, imprisonment, escape, and a costly funeral, ended after a calm walk to the gallows. Deputy Bale witnessed the execution and Bopp declined to speak.
Premier Lloyd George says Britain seeks the full cost of the war from Germany, estimating war bills at about 40 billion dollars for Britain and 30 to 35 billion for Germany. He pledges a cautious approach to reparations to avoid harming the recipient country, and urges holding the Kaiser accountable with Allied support.
The War Department decided that all discharged soldiers may permanently retain the uniforms and overcoats they wear at muster out. Previously the department planned to require clothing return to the government four months after discharge.
Clara Anderson named administratrix of the estate of Robert V Anderson late of Clark County Illinois. She will appear before Clark County Court at the Marshall courthouse for the February Term on the first Monday in February to settle claims. Creditors must attend and debtors must pay immediately. December 7 1918. Samuel M Scholfield attorney admr.
State of Illinois Clark County estate of S J Dancey deceased. Heirs and distributees named including Fred Dancey Annie McHenry Frank Dancey Harry Dancey Maud Dancey Mamie Sisson Harry Hussey Seth Hussey Nettie Pinkston Callie Cohoon Della Kinsel Mamie Jackson Delbert Michael and Clara Kerner are notified that January 6 1919 the Administrator will present final report to the County Court at Marshall Illinois and seek discharge from further duties.
Clark County Illinois estate notices warn heirs and creditors of final settlements and discharge hearings in Marshall. Names include Leroy Romines executor Samuel Scholfield attorney and Caroline Millhouse executrix with sale of Henry Millhouse estate real property set for December 28 1918 at the Clark County Court House.
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