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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1918
Page
2
Entry outlines office handling at Afar with rates for air mail second class, subscription price one dollar per year in advance, and renewal terms. It lists classified ad costs three cents per line per insertion, cards of thanks twenty five cents, obituary poetry not published, lodge resolutions on member death one dollar, and admission announcements charged at five cents per line. Communications may be edited.
Announcements state A. L. Ruffner of Marshall will seek the Representative seat for the 34th District pending Republican primary results. James Porter also lines up as a candidate for the 34th Senatorial District pending the Republican primary on September 11.
W A Byram of Martinsville Millard M Hedrick of Marshall Roy Wells of Melrose township and John T Randall of Marshall announce candidacy for sheriff positions awaiting primary decisions.
John J Arney of Casey announces candidacy for county judge subject to Republican primary. The piece notes failed Senate action on the equal suffrage amendment last Thursday after hours of jockeying, with plans to refile and press it to a conclusion. The article also discusses farmers aiding the war effort through Third Liberty Loan support and increased farm production.
The Senate Agricultural Committee approved an amendment to the emergency agricultural appropriation bill creating wartime prohibition. It bars whisky and wine manufacture and sale after June 20 1919 and beer three months after presidential signing, signaling nationwide restrictions.
Fragmented excerpt discusses adjournment and Democratic interpretation of Mr Wilson's politics. References a presidential probe of candidate and an organization partisan to conventional lines. Silent on concrete events or dates, text appears garbled but hints at political controversy and adjournment.
The piece notes a Democratic push to back Ford for the Michigan senate race against Osborn and critiques adjournment of politics as a retreat within Republican strongholds. It highlights Democratic and Republican maneuvers in Illinois and Michigan and questions the loyalty of candidates amid party labels.
The Senate defeated extending the draft to ages twenty to forty amid President Wilsons opposition citing no immediate need. Republicans argued the delay shows unpreparedness and risk of manpower shortage before September. The piece also surveys Bolshevik Russia and Allied wartime sentiments, linking imperial loyalties and a historic Fourth of July tone with Anglo American unity.
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat argues no peace with a Germany that claims victory. It says Germany must be defeated and discredited, and peace must be built on power and earned respect rather than trust.
Rumors swirl about the death of Nicholas Romanoff despite conflicting reports and scattered palace leaks. The varying details fuel public fascination as authorities and outlets weigh unverifiable claims.
The Navy seeks eager applicants ages 18 to 24 with two years of high school for radio branch service. Training starts at Great Lakes, advances to Harvard University for final course, with duties as naval operators. Pay starts at 35.90 monthly plus allowances for wife and children, parental dependents, and clothing and food provided. Contact United States Navy Recruiting Station Champaign for details.
The piece envisions July 4 as a global celebration of democracy, noting allied nations may observe the day in varying degrees. It highlights French support and a large contingent, possibly a million, opposing invaders, while suggesting German reaction could shape American celebration strategies.
The article recalls the Erie Canal’s completion and expansion at cost of 150 million dollars. It notes faster locks doubling lift height, abolition of towpaths, and self propelled boats increasing capacity to ten million tons per year. It highlights reduced grain transport costs and the canal’s revival alongside railways.
Nationwide bulletins from the National Automobile Chamber of Commerce urge conservation of gasoline for the Army during the next three to four months. They warn transport and military needs in Europe will push demand higher, calling on motorists to limit consumption and avoid waste.
A call for a continuance of the Don't Waste Gasoline campaign issued by the N A C G in cooperation with the Council urging care in garages and by individuals to cut gasoline usage over the coming months. 1917 gasoline production reached 65 million barrels with 17.384 million in the first quarter this year, up from 13.7 million the previous year. 12.5 million barrels were in storage on April 1.
The Indiana supreme court ruled the state ban on alcohol constitutional. Saloon keepers continue selling soft drinks and other beverages in anticipation of future changes, with proponents and opponents debating the enforceability of universal prohibition.
A reflective remark contrasts calm, pet indifference with the odd image of curry-combs as if produced by a manufacturer in a modern automobile era, hinting at incongruity between tradition and progress.
Administrator of Elijah Clark estate will appear at Clark County court in Marshall for August Term to adjust claims and collect debts. Rosetta Davison administratrix of Nancy Orndorff estate to sell real estate in Marshall on July 18 1978 at public auction at court house east door Lot 2 Block 34 Original Town Marshall on cash terms.
Notice by George Mullen administrator of the Clark County Illinois estate of Joséph G Mullen deceased. He will appear at the Clark County Court Marshall for August Term to adjust claims and settlements. Creditors and debtors are directed to attend and settle accounts. Dated June 17 1918 Everett Connelly attorney. Notice of Final Settlement Estate of Catherine Harmon deceased.
On Monday the fifth day of August 1918 the Executor of the estate of Huppert Lidiana et al. will present final report to the County Court of Clark County at the Marshall courthouse Illinois and asks to be discharged from all duties and responsibilities. Everett Connelly named as Executor.
Estate of William H Lowe late of Clark County Illinois announces that Laura Hutchinson as administratrix will present the will before the County Court in Marshall at the August Term on the first Monday in August for claim adjustment. Creditors should attend and debtors pay promptly. Dated June 17 1918. Laura Hutchinson Admx Everett Connelly Atty.
Estate of Willam Hukill deceased. Charley Hukill administrator of the late Clark County Illinois will appear before the Marshall County Court at the August Term on the first Monday in August to present or file all claims. Dated June 24.
Estate of W N Snedeker late of Clark County announces a September term hearing at the Marshall court house. All claimants must attend for adjustment. Debtors should pay promptly. Dated June 25, 1918. Sophia Snedeker Admx. Graham and Snavely Attorneys.
In Clark County Illinois the administrator of the estate of Charles Lee deceased will on Monday August 5 1918 present to the County Court of Clark county at the court house in Marshall Illinois his final report of acts and doings as administrator and ask to be discharged from further duties and responsibilities. He invites the widow heirs and distributees to appear and resist if they wish.
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