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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1913
Page
2
The Marshall Herald lists subscription price at $1 per year and 25 cents per copy. It notes obituary poetry not published and lodge resolutions charging admission fees for entertainments. The paper claims wide circulation with branch offices and broader reach than other Clark County newspapers.
A Carrollton Patriot editorial criticizes the parcel post department for treating printed matter like liquor while items such as skunk hides would ship cheaper. The piece argues government hostility to newspapers harmed publishers and helped explain Republicans' defeat, alongside notes on Illinois senate deadlock and discussions of recall, initiative, and referendum.
Paris headwaiters discuss earnings as they head to New York for higher pay. Louis Barayra cites about 6,000 francs yearly plus potential doubles with skill, while Betell Ol ler notes a 12,000 franc income at the Ritz. The piece contrasts Paris and New York dining service pay and practices.
The Cleveland Leader notes rising industrial demand for labor as workers advertise for jobs and agencies publish bulletins. Wheat exports in 1912 are projected to exceed 100 million bushels, with ten months totaling over 76 million, driven by the new crop. The piece also urges bird conservation and wonders how a judge would feel about household duties after jury service.
An English lecturer condemns England as cowardly and snobbish. It will be interesting to hear his critique when he lectures in England about the United States.
OCR fragment references a Chicago woman and aviators, hints at a grim tone about late marriages and a saloon icebox mystery. Mentions saloon iceboxes and a Chicago context with a man never getting billed, suggesting a social or crime note in a newspaper column.
The Senate moves toward ratifying a constitutional amendment setting a single four year presidential term and barring anyone who has held office by election from future eligibility. Supporters argue it ends partisan power plays while opponents fear President Roosevelt’s third term ambitions.
The piece traces Lent back to apostolic times with St. Irenaeus noting it predates his era and possibly the apostles. It outlines original forty hour fasts, later forty days, emphasizing repentance, devotion, and almsgiving as core disciplines over time. It contrasts early fervor with Constantine era shifts toward popularity and the need to preserve genuine faith and self-denial.
H Dosburgh departed Tuesday for Port Lavach Texas to pursue Suslhens interests. D Lenos near Casey died suddenly after dinner that day. Peter Finkler, pioneer well known in the field, returns to Casey to drill leases near Oilfield. A district school of ances will be held at the Casey Masonic lodge February 18 to 20, with the lodge hosting Masons from Cleits Edgar and Cumberland counties.
A sales notice urges readers to use Electric Bitters to stop weakness and decline caused by illness. It claims the tonic builds tone, vigor, and health, warning that without it one may remain weak or ailing day by day. The ad promises quick satisfaction and mentions Taubeneck's as the advertiser.
Notice to heirs of George Barnes deceased and Ellen English in Clark County Illinois. Administratrix with will annexed seeks final discharge from administration after presenting report. Includes sale of real estate by order of Clark County Court and public sale details with schedule and terms. Also references sale of designated property and mortgage terms.
Marshall resident Mr Taubeneck recounts health decline and relief after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He confirms his 1907 endorsement remains valid as of 1910 and offers to be a reference. Sold by Foster Milburn Co New York at six cents.
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