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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1937
Page
3
Editorial statement professes commitment to news guiding public opinion, wholesome entertainment, and fair trade practices. It cites Coolidge era prices for subscriptions and advertising points, and notes postal classification as second class mail matter in Marshall Illinois.
The article cites Harry L. Hopkins predicting government aid would lift one third of the underfed and unclothed population within twenty years, funded by the more affluent. It argues education and self-reliance as the true cure, warns against punitive taxation, and cites tenant farming statistics by region to illustrate rural poverty dynamics.
F G R Gordon argues in National Republic that 1913 to 1933 wage data show rising real earnings and saving for U S workers. He cites U S Census figures, savings deposits, and building and loan asset growth to challenge claims of widespread undernourishment and debt among farmers, noting substantial farm equity despite some debt.
General Hugh Johnson, former NRA head, cautions that the proposed third New Deal marks a shift toward centralized authority and away from democracy. He cites the Supreme Court bill, wage and hour laws, and new planning districts as examples of growing executive control, urging Americans to guard home rule and initiative.
The piece argues Moscow arrests reflect a broader purge, not crime. It questions official causes given for political crackdowns and suggests traitors and capitalist tools are used as a public alibi. It notes five year plans failing and reports of weak leadership in industry and agriculture.
The text attacks the use of patriotism as an alibi for failed programs. It blames plutocrats and their hirelings when revenues fall short, accusing tax dodging by multimillionaires. It notes executions do not occur in the U S but aerial bombs and punitive laws are used instead.
The piece reports an impending confrontation in the 1930s congressional elections over the New Deal reciprocal trade program. Tariff advocates attack the agricultural impact, noting rising farm imports and falling dairy exports. Rep. Snell and allies cite 1935 1936 dairy import and export figures to press their case, while Sec. Wallace warns larger U S crops could lower prices and invites debate over tariffs and foreign competition.
A critical column argues that voters drive national debt and relief spending, urging citizens to demand efficiency and economy from Congress. It notes incumbents seek reelection with federal money, while virtuous statesmanship requires bold action against pressure from home. It also mentions the President Court plan and Senate Judiciary Committee silence as possible peaceful responses.
Samuel Park shipped twenty eight American Spanish Merino sheep weighing 179 pounds with fleece loss. Proposals to furnish ninety cords of wood will be opened next week for county needs. A wind storm damaged buildings north of Margin and a tramp law took effect July first. Lou Lenon was found on the Paris and Danville line and lodged in the lumber yard. Harvests looked good in York with wheat and corn reported, while Walnut and Sand Prairies may yield large wheat crops. An Albion Journal note about Dr Gulley remedies defends the supplier's name and cites gooseberries two and a half inches in Clark County.
The item notes a new four foot sidewalk section from Lyman Booth to Newton Tibbs and a narrower stretch to the Progress office. It records Jimmy Swiss a malnourished 14 year old boot-black with unknown parents and a later correction that his father is a Marshall-Westfield tile-layer. It also reports Miss Grace Howard’s two year mission at Crow Creek Agency and Terre Haute editor George M. Allen’s divorce from Helen O Boyle amid local scandals. Fred Martin and Lilian Jumper married with Wide Awakes witnessing the ceremony. Lille’s future status hinted.
A storm interrupts a mother forcing her son to church. a lightning strike shreds his only good pants while the boy argues with her hearing no reply. The terse scene underscores community quarrels and local testimonials about Dr. Gulley amid Clark County disputes.
The city upgrades East Main Street with a new concrete walk from the business district to the Big 4 depot and levels the street. A suit challenges the 3 cent railroad fare across state lines. A purse of land in Darwin and York townships sold at administrator sale, including 23 acres to Wm. T. Hollenbeck for 655 dollars and 151 acres to Harry Drake for 5300 dollars amid poor crop prospects.
Berlin reports a renewed Russian offensive after a pause with ten thousand prisoners taken on day one. The Caucasus clashes against the Turks claim gains, while the Root commission notes Russia’s internal unrest and a firmer provisional government. Military from Marshall and East St. Louis figures are noted in the city dispatch.
J S Mundy started three horses Buddy Harvester Elsie Mesrobe and Comet Stevens in races at Brazil Monday. Buddy Harvester placed second in trot Elsie Mesrobe third in trot Comet Stevens second in pace HA Williams injured at Homer Guinnip shop. Diamond filling station opens at Michigan Avenue crossroad Craig in charge. Miss Myrna Fredenberger and John Seitz wed at United Brethren parsonage. Guinnip house fire neutralized without damage. C E McMorris named to Charleston Normal school board. Gov Small appointments confirmed. McMorris owner of National Dixie Hotel in Marshall. Finland makes another payment to United States. navy ambitions questioned.
Tonight and tomorrow night the outdoor bill offers Secret Valley with Harold Beil Wright and Richard Arlen, Virginia Grey opposite him, plus Paris and History Is Made at Night in New York. The program includes a storm at sea, murder and mystery, and a stormy feature with laughs from Leon Carrillo and Colin Clive. Free Sphinx tickets available at Herald Office. That Man's Here Again screens Tuesday night with Hugh Herbert and Tom Brown.
MGM's Tarzan Escapes stars Johnny Weissmuller and Maureen O'Sullivan. The jungle adventure features a famed animal cast and thrills from a quicksand scene to an elephant battle. Richard Thorpe directs. tickets available at the Herald office for Wednesday and Thursday nights July 14 and 15 at the Pythian Theatre.
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