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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1914
Page
2
The Herald notes Joseph L. Carley seeks the nomination for Marshall township collector, subject to Republican primary or convention. It discusses Col. Jennings and anti railway sentiment, Oklahoma politics, and corporate influence on Democratic nominees amid concerns over railway traffic and party heroism.
The article discusses the innocent purchaser rule in note fraud, citing historical schemes by Bohemian oat merchants who sold hull-less oats via notes, then discounted them at banks. It notes later failures when schemes collapsed and mentions scams by so called sanitariums and quack doctors selling cures through note sales.
The Minnesota Supreme Court ruled a note obtained through fraud is not collectible even if sold to a bank at a discount. The decision says banks must check the business integrity of borrowers and cannot be innocent purchasers when notes are tainted by fraud. If no fraud, old rules apply.
Youth's Companion cautions readers to avoid fanatical thinking and to resist the urge to deem personal convictions as absolute axioms. It argues disagreement does not imply depravity and warns power could turn dissenters into persecutors, urging humility and open minds.
A National Geographic Society report says the United States owns 8000 islands with a population of 19 million, noting booming commerce and large gains in Puerto Rico Hawaii and Alaska. It highlights school and road expansion in Puerto Rico and Hawaii’s prosperous, irrigated sugar growth and banking expansion.
A Chicago Record piece argues Illinois tax policy relies on an outdated general property tax. It cites uneven county assessments, a failing state board of equalization, and potential reform including shortening ballots and abolishing the board to improve equity. The piece contrasts 1890 1910 railroad tax and capital stock trends to show inefficiency and revenue loss.
An advertisement touts Dr King's New Life Pills as a gentle natural remedy for stomach and liver upset. They are promoted to stimulate and regulate bowels, tone the system, and are offered at 25 cents at City Drug Store.
An editor ponders why eggs cost five cents while a middling cigar costs less. He notes families may skip tobacco or alcohol but often reduce consumption of newspapers and matches, two inexpensive daily essentials, when cutting expenses.
Advert explains cold treatment for children with sneezing hoarseness and coughing. It endorses Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as effective and pleasant to take, claiming it stops the cough that disturbs sleep and lowers resistance. Sold by all druggists.
The article notes that in 1918 there were roughly 9,000 murders or homicides but only eighty eight legal executions. It remarks that the move to abolish capital punishment proceeds with momentum.
Fragmented quotes discuss values in New York comparing children and show girls to skyscrapers. The text hints at cultural contrasts and public sentiment about urban life and spectacle.
An aged pharmacy notice promoting a kidney and bladder treatment from Dr. E W Hall of St Louis. It asserts relief of diabetes rheumatism and backache in both genders and even regulates children's bladder issues. The ad promises mail delivery if not found locally and includes testimonials and a two month supply for one dollar.
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