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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1914
Page
4
The Herald reports it has the largest circulation of any Clark County newspaper, noting its dominance among local readers and advertisers.
Democratic candidates Joseph W Wallace Auburn and Melvin L Behner Clark County Treasurer seek party primaries. Republican township conventions set for March 21 at 2 p m in York W Union Wabash Anderson Melrose and Darwin townships to nominate town or township officers and select committeemen.
The piece argues Wilson should reverse his Mexican policy, blaming Huerta’s foes and urging a pragmatic accommodation to avoid war. It cites Lincoln as a model for apology and warns party leaders that Progressive dissension could keep Democrats in power while Republicans split. The text reflects early 20th century partisan tension over U.S. intervention in Mexico.
A editorial argues for permanent state highways funded by new laws enacted last session. It cites Indiana as a model of durable, well managed roads and warns against opposition from local interests. The piece urges Marshall County to adopt durable materials, cost efficiency, and early action to benefit the community.
In Chicago a large number of Republicans feel wrongs were committed but prefer correcting them from within the party. Roosevelt supporters say the third party vote was a temporary protest, while Senator LaFollette notes party registrations show a transitory third party impact. The piece argues that split action would block Democratic legislative aims.
Observers note the pendulum metaphor describes shifting gender roles with women leading trends and men more cautious. They foresee continued changes in dress, politics, business, and culture before a potential return to steadier, saner norms.
George Westinghouse noted inventor of the air brake died at his New York home from heart disease at age 67. He began as an inventor at 15 with a rotary engine and, at 21, sought funding from Commodore Vanderbilt for the air brake, after a remark about stopping a train by wind.
Westinghouse sought capital elsewhere to manufacture his invention and enable high speed on railroads, revolutionizing traffic systems and inaugurating a notable era of railway development. He did not confine his genius to railroading, contributing to electrical and engineering progress for half a century.
A miscellany review recounts a political tease of a maid named Jennie and a candidate’s promises. It then surveys railroad trespass statistics, grade crossing fatalities, and enforcement, noting rising danger and police arrests. It closes with Chilean Santiago’s parks and a March health warning.
The piece argues the U S Navy leads in dreadnought design with ships larger than the Texas and North Dakota. It notes a four year build time and bills proposing two more super ships. It highlights 27 000 000 tons, 35 000 horsepower, 22 28 knots and ten 14 inch guns as new standard bearers.
Notice from Pittsburgh dated March 5 1914 announces the Terre Haute and Peoria Railroad Company annual meeting at the Decatur Illinois office on April 8 1914 at 10 30 AM. Two directors will be elected and other business considered. Transfer books close March 28 at noon and reopen April 9 at 10 AM.
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