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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1918
Page
2
A wartime column urges readers to adjust comfort and routines as rationing and service demand shared effort. It notes travel shifts, altered meals, and reduced elation as essential, calling on all to move “just a little” to support the war, with a light touch about the conductor and crowd dynamics.
The piece notes American Indians rapidly joining the war effort after initial hesitation. Indian Commissioner Sells says about 5600 Indians are already in military service out of a population around 300 000. The report cites a shift from pacifist views to active enlistment amid conscription.
The Five Civilized Tribes and other Native groups respond vigorously to the war drive. Tribes offer regiments, join liberty bond drives, and contribute to the Red Cross and surgical dressings. Makah and other nations send aid, with baskets and sales raising funds. The message praises Native Americans as patriotic Americans.
Senator James Hamilton Lewis of Illinois warned in a Senate speech that private railroad control cannot be restored. He argued the bill signals a government takeover of essential services as a public welfare measure and a looming national issue tied to postwar peace terms.
Andrew Russell declares support for Medill McCormick as United States senator urging Illinois Republicans to unite behind him. He cites loyalty and patriotism, saying his duty to sons serving abroad compels backing McCormick to lead the state in the national fight.
An analysis of Washington wartime policy debates and the Garfield closing order. It criticizes reformers and financiers for mismanaging war production, arguing McAdoo or Lane could provide clear leadership and noting the policy cost millions but no lives.
Fragmentary text notes increases in firing ranges and fortification effort in the modern era. It references broader defense developments and strategic enhancements as the twentieth century progresses.
An old essay argues that yesterday’s methods fail in today’s market. It urges forceful, knowledge-driven advertising to tell facts about merchandise and win big business. The piece stresses thinking over busy ink and warns against clinging to outdated practices.
The article argues that leadership selection in any system hinges on who is chosen for a given task. It contrasts capitalism, private, and government management, noting capitalism favors proven experts while government picks by loyalty and broad ability. It warns private owners would reject untested leaders, whereas government may appoint a coal operator to run a university sector.
Washington advices outline a staged second quota of 500000 men for the National Army. No district will send all at once. initial dispatches may total 10000 weekly, rising as cantonments free space. New troops will train alongside veterans to ensure clothing equipment and lodging. Concerns over civilian employment persist as draft plans extend over months.
The piece argues the War Department plans show a strategy to thoroughly prepare for a prolonged war against Germany. It emphasizes readiness over peace fantasies and urges the public to accept continued mobilization and sacrifice as necessary.
A sale of livestock farm implements and household goods will be held at R. L. Stephenson’s home fifty miles northwest of Marshall on Monday March 18.
Final settlement notice issued under Illinois law for the estate of Iradell Evans deceased. Administrators Bruce D. Evans and Alice Evans will present their final report to the Clark County county court in Marshall Illinois on March 4 1918 to seek discharge from duties. Graham and Snavely attorneys represent the estate. Also notice for change of rates by The Illinois Pipe Line Company increasing crude petroleum transport rates within Illinois and inviting public comments and information from interested parties.
Fenton R. Mathews named administrator of James Allen Mathews estate in Clark County Illinois. He will appear at the Clark County Court in Marshall for April term on the first Monday to settle claims. Creditors must present claims. debtors to pay promptly. Dated February 1, 1917. Attorney Everett Connelly.
Public notice lists numerous defendants and unknown heirs across a long line of deceased individuals including George A Miller Mary Wilson J F Hornbrook Lamia Skeen Lizzie Pease Isaac W Pease Jacob L Cox Mary Cox Jesse Talkington William Welsh Elizabeth Talkington Elipaleth Pot trom Layvinia Miller Rachel Miller Jeremiah Rush Jamos Stout Mikel Walker James Dykes and Lavina Potroff. Affidavits regarding non residence of defendants and heirs at law are mentioned in the docket.
Public legal notices announce summons and required appearances for non resident defendants in a 1918 Marshall Illinois circuit court suit, listing many unknown heirs and deceased individuals. Additional estate sale orders describe March 16 real estate auctions in Clark County and guardianship sales for minor heirs, including properties in Marshall and Walnut Prairie with payments and court terms.
The administratrix of the estate of James H Brown late of Clark County Illinois will appear at the Clark County Courthouse Marshall in March for claims against the estate. Creditors and debtors are urged to attend and settle amounts due. Dated January 7 1918.
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