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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1915
Page
2
The piece notes Chicago was selected as the Republican national convention site, praising the Coliseum and abundant hotels. It mentions a sentimental objection about past party split, counters that healing should occur where the division happened, and welcomes party reunification.
Reading and study during winter on the farm is urged as vital for intellectual growth and practical farming success. Gov Clarke of Inwa argues knowledge across many fields enhances land culture and allied industries, driving prosperity and contentment.
The St. Louis Globe Democrat questions Sir John French’s retirement and Winston Churchill’s rise, noting political maneuvering behind military moves. It contrasts French and Kitchener factions with Sir Douglas Haig and Joffre, and damningly critiques President Wilson’s celebrated phrasing and public rhetoric.
Senator Charles E. Townsend of Michigan argues President Wilson is not a Democrat, attacking his tariff plan as undemocratic. Townsend cites Jeffersonian principles of equality before the law and questions taxing one power source or vehicle differently. He argues a broad revenue strategy is needed and labels Wilson as not belonging to the Democratic Party.
The article argues that preparation and reading are essential, defining the reading habit as the surest salvation for youths. It stresses reading for instruction rather than entertainment and claims farm life offers the best environment to cultivate this habit for better citizenship and national strength.
The Green County medical community in Wisconsin notes a healthy population and cites a local product called Umbureer shaeas as a factor in the state’s test results. The remark ties the observed vitality to this county product with emphasis on its use.
War ravages Venice as bombers threaten the city core not far from the Austrian frontier. Grand Canal hosts naval vessels while Campanile and Doges Palace are shielded by 30 foot sandbag walls. Movable art evacuated to Florence. San Marco defences brace for impact and water fountains serve as emergency supply.
In Saar Bohemia on the Eger river a picture shows an attack on Glatz fortress in Silesia using war automobiles. The flat, shielded vehicles carry soldiers who turn cranks to drive cog wheels. These 16th century chauffeurs reached about four miles per hour.
Analysis argues limited military size invites disaster, citing Cobden and Gladstone and Britain’s wars. It warns nonresistance invites brutality, and notes the open door of free trade can fracture nations. It recalls Victoria’s death and succession as a prelude to how war and preparedness shape nations.
J. McCan Davis of Springfield, former clerk of the Illinois Supreme Court and 1914 Republican nominee for congressman at large, lies in a Chicago hospital after a washroom accident in a sleeping car. A moment’s lurch caused a scissors point to pierce his right eye.
Public health warning on dangers of neglecting colds with Dr King’s New Discovery praised for lung relief. Advertisement notes 45 years of use and urges readers to buy at druggists. Ends with a humorous anecdote about sharing money and friendship.
Notice from Edward Pearce administrator in re estate of Me at Mitsels county seeks discharge from all duties and responsibilities of administration. Court date and place to contest the application are specified in the request filed by Graham and Snavely attorneys.
By order of the Clark County Court of Illinois a sale of Cary Marvin's real estate is ordered. On January 21 next, the administratrix Hanneh Marvin will offer two parcels in West Union at the south door of the post office. Terms: one half cash day of sale, balance in six and twelve months, notes secured by mortgage, six percent interest. Purchaser may pay all cash on the sale date. Everett Connelly attorney.
Public sale scheduled by Special Master in Chancery I H R Snavely on January 8 1916 at the Marshall court house to satisfy a decree in First National Bank of Westfield v Co C Hart et al. The Black 5 described property lies in Shuey Brothers Addition Westfield Illinois with cash terms.
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