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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1911
Page
4
A collection of satirical remarks on current events. It touches on murder, Fourth of July, millinery movements, germs on a dollar, and industrial price talks in Belgium. It notes U S political tensions with LaFollette, Borah, Cummins, and Bristow and remarks on sugar trust and pension politics.
A poem by Walt Mason lauds Senator Lorimer for shunning tobacco and booze, praising his clean image amid accusations. It notes heavy press attention and public debate as supporters defend his virtue against claims of wrongdoing.
A country letter from a young man in New York warns that city life is a harsh gamble. He cites charity data showing one in nine may become a pauper and one in four buried at public expense, urging youths back home to weigh the odds before chasing city riches. He does not urge staying away but stresses prudent consideration.
The piece waxes poetic on King George, praising his coronation as more splendid than Edward VII and predicting increasing democratic influences in future monarchies. It notes foreign interest, the king’s retiring nature, and the public’s affection, ending with hopes the reign will be long and prosperous.
Public auction ordered by Clark County Court at Marshall for the estate of Louie C Lutz deceased. On July 29 1911 the middle third of lot 2 block 30 in Marshall will be sold at 10 AM to 4 PM at the east door of the courthouse with half payment due at sale and the remaining half in 12 months plus 7 percent interest.
Selection includes Kuppenheimer Kaufman and Collegian suits with prices marked in plain figures. Mens shirts at a dollar, silk hose, fancy hose, and work shoes offered at one fourth less than marked. Sale emphasizes clearance of entire stock with no reservations.
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