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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1919
Page
2
Subscriptions priced at 150 dollars per year in advance with six and three month options. Classified ads set at five cents per line per insertion. Cards of thanks twenty five cents. Obituary poetry not published. Lodge resolutions on member death cost one dollar. Entertainment announcements with admission charged priced five cents per line. Communications subject to editorial revision.
Communities plan memorial trees across the county to honor soldiers and sailors who gave their lives for freedom. Plantings along streets, lawns, and parks will grow in beauty and shade, serving as enduring tributes for future generations and a simple, inexpensive monument.
State Superintendent Francis G Blair lauds the latest assembly for passing more helpful education laws than any but the 1855 session. He cites revenue increases, bond funding, vocational education dollars, pension fund boosts, and salaries that strengthen public education.
The State Register notes a broad package of reforms including free textbooks for Panchas, appointing a county truancy officer, creating a State Board for Vocational Education with defined powers, establishing a minimum wage, a new election method for the Board of Trustees of the State Fund, and major amendments to the certificating and compulsory attendance laws. The package is described as unmatched since the school system’s founding.
Muskegon Michigan reports Camp Roosevelt will enroll 12 to 45 year olds for four six or eight week sessions from July to August 31. The Chicago board of education with the war department will direct drills maneuvers bayonet practice and other military disciplines aided by 50 officers 20 directors and a large staff. Enrollment costs cover tent housing meals and instruction with a $1 fee. Capt. F L Beals leads operations from 21 North LaSalle street and enrollments are already flowing in nationwide.
Dr Anna Howard Shaw, visiting Springfield for a League to Enforce Peace event, lauds Illinois as the first state to ratify the woman suffrage amendment. She notes Lincoln's legacy and condemns United States senators opposing the league, while recovering from lobar pneumonia and illness in Springfield.
In Los Angeles women protest the safety mirrors on Los Angeles Railway cars saying tight skirts cause embarrassment and legal complaints. Officials counter that skirts slow car departures and that motormen check mirrors to ensure riders board before starting the train.
Washington reports Lt General March ordered that all soldiers returning on transports must carry cards detailing industrial experience and qualifications. Col. Arthur Woods announced the plan, saying it will help veterans plan their futures and rejoin the nation’s industrial life through the federal employment service.
William May, a seafaring man, chose six months in the county jail over taking the liquor pledge. He later reconsidered, telling the judge he would drink while jailed until July as the country goes dry, and then signed the pledge after a fellow prisoner teased him.
State of Illinois Clark County estate of E KR Alexander deceased. Heirs and distributees are notified that on Monday August 1919 the executor will present final report to Clark County Court at Marshall to be discharged from duties. Eligible parties may appear and object. W F White, Executor. Wm T Hollenbeck Attorney. 27-2
Notice from Duran administrator of the estate of James H Duzan deceased of Clark county Illinois. He will appear at the Clark County court Marshall for the September Term on the first Monday in September to adjust claims. Debtors should pay promptly. Dated June 18 1919. Wm T Hollenbeck attorney.
In the Circuit Court Marshall Illinois July Term 1919 Cynthia Barton sues Roan Barton for divorce by chancery affidavit of non residence. Roan Barton must appear on July 14 1919 or the bill will be confessed and a decree entered.
Lloyd Handley administrator announces before Clark County Court at Marshall during the September Term the hearing of all claims against the estate and to attend for adjustment. Debts to the estate should be paid promptly. Graham and Sravely attorneys. June 20, 1919.
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