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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1938
Page
5
The passage outlines the newspaper’s aims to print news and interpret events, guide public opinion, provide wholesome entertainment, and assist commerce and service through advertising. It reflects a traditional press purpose centered on information, interpretation, and revenue.
The piece contrasts McKinley era policy with New Deal measures, arguing the economy can recover if confidence returns. It cites European economists questioning current policy, notes rising costs and public debt, and warns that business fears due to government intervention hinder expansion.
The piece argues real wages differ from hourly rates as unemployment rises while wage per hour climbs. It notes steel prices surge in 1937 outpacing wages, raising costs even as overall steel production falls 70 percent. It concludes that job availability and hours worked drive prosperity more than nominal wage rates.
A 100000 strong Detroit gathering of unemployed workers and sympathizers pressed for jobs. CIC organizer Homer Martin argued organized labor will avoid starvation and home evictions as UAW reports about 200000 of 300000 members out of work amid the Roosevelt recession impacting the auto sector.
The piece notes that demonstrations and sit down strikes led to factory closures affecting employment. It contrasts past scarcity of jobs with a fragile recovery, urging business leaders to support programs that restore confidence, prevent foreclosures, and reopen factories to create work.
A University of Hilala expert outlines steps for high quality egg production including flock management, nest provision, clean poultry houses, proper feeding, and temperature control. Advice covers gathering frequency, cooling, packing, case selection, labeling, and weekly marketing to ensure freshness and customer satisfaction.
A dated lesson on Mark 5 1 17 contrasts the healing of a demon possessed man with the swine owners fear of spiritual disruption. It highlights the clash between Christ’s power and worldly interests urging believers to value souls over profit.
The article emphasizes that careful planning and a simple effective system enable even moderate ability to achieve vast results. It contrasts misdirected work with productive planning and proper conduct as the key difference in business outcomes.
A brief aphorism by Robertson contrasts grieving over sin with the act of repentance, noting they are separate concepts.
Charles Parkhurst who faced murder charges in the George Powers case was released from jail last Wednesday morning after State's Attorney Tibbs received evidence exonerating him. Gas-well work continues with reaming to prepare for full casing. Local races see Jacob Metz for Marshall township collector John O'Brist as supervisor and James Simms as clerk with E D Jones and T L Orndorff seeking the state's attorney post on opposing tickets.
Fent Booth and his wife are visiting from Springfield remaining at home until legislative committee work advances, after which Fent must return to the capitol. Marriage licenses issued include A Q Searles with Ora DeVol of Moriah and D C Ferry with Hannah Bell Lee of Marshall, plus Perry Cox with Mrs Sarah M Cox of Orange. Eldredge K Hand of Hutsonville and Ella Brent of Marshall. L A Shawler and Wm H Washburn passed an examination at East Liberty last Saturday. Jim Dunn and wife welcome a baby girl born Friday night.
George Hurst begins a two story house for Frank Hurst opposite the south side school and a cottage for Oscar Hor ner in the Dulaney addition. Hurst built thirteen houses last season. Marriage licenses listed for Otto H Roas and Jennie Garwood Marshall Casey Everett Dillion and Ollie Reeley Melrose township Otto H Ross and Miss Jennie Gar wood. The couple married at the Methodist parsonage last Saturday with Rev E L Pletcher officiating.
The era recalls Judge W. B. Bhholdfield's death at a court seat and Judge Wm. T. Hollenbeck narrowly escaping collapse of a concrete floodgate at his Aurora Bend farm after muskrat undermining. The Illinois food administration modifies flour substitute requirements to half the amount. Mrs. Minnie Kuykendall and Machlan district ladies hosted dinner at the Frank.
Sale proceeds totaling 17.85 were turned over to the Marshall chapter of the Red Cross. Herman Lambdin of Anderson township, recently discharged from Camp Pike for ill health, returned home last week. Lieut. Jack Poorman's first France letters describe near a historic old town and an exhibition drill before General Pershing and other officers.
A 1928 note lists marriage licenses for Wayne Feltner and Ina Floyd and Noble Cavolt and Irene Miller, both of Martinsville. Mr and Mrs E C Haviland of Glendale California moved to Marshall after purchasing a farm from the Scholfield heirs and other property nearby. The item also mentions summer garden planning and notes February is not too early.
Publication advertising of seeds mandates complete seed tags listing purity germination origin and weed content. Consult the county agricultural agent for further details.
Administrator with will annexed J H Dickerson will appear at Clark County Court Marshall Illinois for April Term on the first Monday in April to adjust claims against the estate and to collect debts. Creditors must attend and debtors pay immediately. Court notice dated February 18 1938.
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