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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1918
Page
2
A fragment notes an entry at the post office marked by the words Mar Lake. The readable text suggests a local archival or filing reference but provides no clear event or date. Further context would clarify whether this refers to a receipt, address, or routing note.
The piece argues that Kaiser Wilhelm can be defeated by American money. It urges every wage earner to save a quarter a day, pooling billions annually to fund guns and ships for a decisive victory against the Kaiser and his forces. It casts the effort as a collective moral crusade.
Roman Catholic and Protestant chaplains published reports Thursday denying immorality among American soldiers in France. They said while traveling among troops they find moral conditions very satisfactory. Military authorities are removing temptation and soldiers are trying, yielding a clean army thus far.
President Wilson shifts earlier opposition and expresses support for the woman suffrage bill before Congress. The move marks a notable reversal after years of stance against enfranchisement.
The note argues that dating the war emphasizes strategic timing over shifting government personnel. It contends that wartime policy should adapt with events and not rely on cabinet reshuffles.
The British hospital ship Rewa carrying wounded soldiers was torpedoed and sunk on January 4 by a German submarine. Despite displaying Hague convention signals red cross, the torpedo struck the ship’s red cross sign. Most wounded were saved, with three crew members lost.
The piece argues that rising wages do not solve coal shortages. It notes miners have seen pay double or triple in places, yet coal production has fallen as workers refuse to put in full-time hours.
In the Kansas City Star Theodore Roosevelt notes NYC population around 4.8 million while 30 camps hold about 600,000. He cites December death rate of 1 in 2,800 for the city and claims camp deaths were six times higher, with one in every three attacked men dying.
The House passed a federal woman suffrage amendment 274 to 136 for submission to state legislatures. A people’s vote amendment failed 272 to 131, sending the measure to the Senate where it may not fare well. In Britain, the Lords rejected a plan to keep women from voting.
Secretary of War Baker testified before a Senate investigating committee defending his department amid criticism. He claimed a 1.5 million strong army is organized and well equipped, yet acknowledged blunders and deficiencies in clothing, health, and weapons compared with Britain’s earlier mobilization. He cited rapid training and high morale as core achievements and noted modern arms and subsistence were provided, while admitting gaps in equipment and conditions remain.
The report notes trains and lines of communication being established, extensive supply storage facilities under construction in France, and major programs to equip troops with new instruments of war and other equipment.
Revenue officers will tour counties in January and February to answer farmer questions about allowable business expense deductions. Deductions cover labor for land prep, cultivation, harvesting, marketing, seed and fertilizer, livestock care, feed, repaired farm buildings, fences, and used-up tools. Machinery costs are not deductible, but operating costs are. Taxable value of farm products is only when converted to cash. 1916 crops sold in 1917 count toward 1917 returns. Returns are due by March 1, 1918. see officers visiting counties for help.
The St Louis Globe Democrat cites Krupp’s remark on autocracy and argues Wilson’s powers stem from the constitution and Congress. It notes wartime authority is temporary, and Congress could remove excess powers if abused, while urging decisive action over prolonged debate.
Claim describes Texas Wonder as a remedy for kidney and bladder issues, gravel dissolution, diabetes, back pain, rheumatism, and irregularities. Offered by mail for $1.68 with a two month treatment and testimonials stated. promotion by Dr B W. S. omitted credentials.
A compact overview traces the Cossacks from frontier settlements to a formal Cossack state under Polish king Stephen. It notes their military obligation, regional divisions, education, agriculture, and strong role in Russia, stressing their importance in any settlement of Russia’s current difficulties. It then shifts to a political column applauding Woodrow Wilson for supporting woman suffrage and aligning with 1916 Republican platform positions.
A garbled passage mentions central powers accepting terms for permanence and references Nicholas Romanoff with a claimed $36,000,000 deposit in a Bank of No. the rest is nonsensical. It reads like a leftover wartime or financial rumor snippet with no clear event or dates.
By order of the Clark County Court Randolph Ferris executor will sell the real estate of Sopronia Brooks on February 16 1918 at the courthouse east door Marshall Illinois. The property includes half acre part of Lot 12 section 20 and 80 acres in the south half of section 20 plus 48 acres of the southeast quarter all in township 9 north range 11 west Clark County Illinois. Cash on day of sale. Also notice of an Administratrix for James H Brown estate with March term appearance and claim filing. Dora E Bro administrator and Wm T Hollenbeck attorney.
Public notices from Clark County Illinois court filings announce two guardianship driven real estate sales to pay debts. Caroline Millhouse seeks sale of estate property including Northwest and Southwest quarters in Section 28 to cover debts. Samantha Thomas Administratrix seeks sale of one half of 24 acres in Section 36 to pay debts. Also county announces farm manager and housekeeper positions with salary to be set, applications due February 1 1918, Marshall Illinois.
The document announces the February 4 1916 1818 court session at the Marshall courthouse Clark County Illinois. Milhouse Margaret Kemper Lestig Kelley and William Willhouse are ordered to appear and respond to a plaintiff's petition deemed confessed with a decree sought. This notice cites E D Morton CWP and Graham Snavely as solicitors.
The administrator of the estate of James H. Davisoh late of Clark County Missouri announces probate actions. The notice dated December 29 1917 names Clark County officials and the undersigned executor and attorney with filing details at the courthouse. The administrator is FL R. Mauk and attorney Wm. T. Hollenbeck.
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