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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1918
Page
6
A widow with patriotic ties sees her son refuse exemption from military service leading to social ostracism. He loses community support and his former allies avoid him as he faces the exemption board and finally withdraws his claims to serve. The piece portrays social punishment of dissent during wartime.
The U S Department of Agriculture through the Bureau of Markets orders swift handling of soft corn across producing regions to prevent deterioration. It directs car placement to move high moisture corn and calls for elevator reports within three days as officials estimate daily terminal market capacity at 2.5 million bushels and 600000 at developing dryers.
Two years ago a man of excellent ability began a careful shift to a mental role within a large manufacturing firm due to age. Though physically and mentally active at 45, his married energy was valued at only 20 pounds a week by a reluctant employer, who argued that a man without a position at this age must have a lower value to a progressive business. The general business view echoed this option.
The article notes thousands of young businessmen go to war and employers open positions to older workers who prove more productive overall. It highlights a veteran case drawer earning $100 a week with steady work and imagined pension, reflecting the war's lesson that youth brings energy while maturity offers balance and poise.
War outlook shifts as Russia exits the conflict while Germany suffers morale and resource strain. Britain France Italy maintain resolve with American aid. Vernon Castle dies heroically near Fort Worth while training cadets in aviation.
A totals of 45 men have been killed in aviation training camps in Texas since training began with 31 at Ft Worth 7 at Houston 3 at San Antonio 2 at Wichita Falls 1 at Dallas and 1 at Waco.
A fragmentary report discusses Vernon Castle as a heroic figure seen in early 20th century performances. It references proverbs about appearances and notes public interest in Castle during the 1920s tours. The piece hints at his stardom and public perception in St. Louis.
A bold threat signals a renewed push by a powerful state to throw off restrictions. The message stresses decisive action and renewed strength to confront past limits, framing the move as a rising power asserting influence on the world stage.
The article notes that conscientious objectors to vaccination persist in numbers enough to sustain smallpox transmission, highlighting ongoing resistance to immunization efforts.
An old advertisement touts Foley Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney and bladder trouble. It claims relief from back pain and associated symptoms and promotes renewed kidney function and energy.
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