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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1916
Page
4
The slate lists John W. Brandenstein for Town Clerk Kenneth Black for Town Collector A A Keiser for Assessor and Pearl Lathrop for Constable in the concurrent election.
The U S Senate voted 68 to 14 to table the Gore resolution and warn Americans to avoid armed merchant ships. The piece argues the core issue is whether U S citizens may sail the open seas under international law and warns that abandoning this right would set a dangerous precedent for future welfare.
The London Morning Post editorial argues postwar victory may fail if Germans flood markets with cheap exports aided by subsidies. It urges Britain to adopt a national protective tariff to meet looming commercial conflict, insisting policy must rise above party truce and serve national urgency.
The piece notes longstanding support for protection in Britain with Sir Chamberlain as a proponent. It discusses early advocates of Condanism and the perceived disadvantages England faced in continental trade as it contemplates tariffs.
The Senate rejects Senator Gore’s warning resolution 68 to 14 defending the presidents demand for neutral ship rights. The debate features loud exchanges and procedural moves, while the House Foreign Affairs Committee advances a McLemore warning resolution, preferring diplomacy over interference.
The writer laments the use of the letter U in place of V in words like United States public school restaurant and university, calling it cheap and gaudy. They argue such stylistic pretensions degrade language and look insubstantial, asking Jnyin for his view on the effect.
Fragmentary note discusses Aood cenara having higher value than other forms of energy. No clear entities or verifiable details available.
The New York Tribune reports Chicago capitalists secured an option on an eighth avenue block to build the Coliseum a giant venue in the theater district. It will house a Panama canal model shown at the San Francisco fair and seat about 16 000 for circuses, with central-floor capacity between 25 000 and 80 000 for large gatherings. The plan envisions two years for the model exhibit before remodeling into the citys premier show space.
The Belgian king is described as a calm, studious young man rather than a dashing figure. He has untidy fair hair, pink flushes when hot or shy, and wears glasses that lend a staring blue-eyed look. Tall and sturdy, he combines tenacity with boyish openness.
The universe around us is larger than thought and the sun moves northward through space at about twelve miles per second. The north star is a triple star system with three suns revolving around a center. These findings come from Lick Observatory at the University of California.
Ed ward J. Hatch chairman of the American fly fighting committee urges immediate action to kill flies. He explains they hide when cold and will revive when warm, advising sweeping them up and burning them to prevent summer trouble.
The New York Sun reports a recent traffic count showing the intersection of Park Row and Frankfort Street as the city’s busiest corner with 296 200 pedestrians and 6 700 vehicles daily over twenty five days between 8 20 a m and 6 30 p m. Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street average 113 780 pedestrians and 18 800 vehicles.
An Icelandic visitor in Utah says about a third of his countrymen have come to the United States, with most settling in Washington. He adds that they seek a milder climate similar to Iceland and that the eastern and central states are too cold for them.
In cold weather many suffer numbness burning and itching in frostbitten fingers or toes. Keep parts warm by improving circulation, dip in cold water briefly then dry and rub. Use goose grease at night for relief, especially for children. Seek medical electrical treatment if relief fails.
Gov Dunne told a good roads banquet in Jacksonville that county road needs justify bond issues. He warned the Tice plan would leave 100 miles of state aid roads unfinished after 25 years, while a one million bond issue could complete the project and provide yearly state funds to cover debt and boost local life.
Frank White foreman at Lawrenceville Ice and Cold Storage was fatally shot in an alley near his Fourth Street home Tuesday night. The unidentified assailant fled. authorities pursue leads amid rumors of a prowler watching White’s residence. The report also notes regional road bond votes and state aid road figures through 1917.
Physicians warn backaches may signal hidden kidney trouble and urge prompt treatment. Doan's Kidney Pills are promoted with a Marshall testimonial from Mrs. R W Jefferds at 105 N First St, claiming lasting relief. Foster Milburn Co backs the ad, price 60c.
An advertisement promoting The Texas Wonder by Dr. E W Hall claims it dissolves gravel treats kidney and bladder irregularities in men and women and regulates children. The notice offers a one dollar mail order and mentions testimonials from other states.
The piece extols honest, loyal men as true friends while dismissing idle talkers and "down-and-outs." It celebrates scouts and steady values, urging readers to avoid crooked paths and seek sterling character regardless of wealth or status. The mood mirrors a cheerful, moralizing tone.
An old advertisement promotes Sloan's ointment for draft related pains including neuralgia stiff neck and neuritis. It claims immediate circulation boost reduces stiffness and pain after one or two applications and promises rest and sleep. Price listed as 25 cents at druggists.
John Driscoll of Hampton Virginia, oldest known survivor of the Monitor Merrimac battle, will ride aboard a U S Navy battleship passing through the Panama Canal. Arrangements are set for the veteran to become a passenger on the next warship to transit the canal.
February to March weather shifts trigger coughs and colds across families. Medical tips warn of nasal congestion and throat irritation, with warnings about unreliable remedies. Seek reliable guidance and proper care for respiratory symptoms.
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