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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1920
Page
10
Hazel and Ruth discuss entertaining a beau as their mother has no experience with courting. Ruth proposes Hazel finish the dishes and entertain Elmer while their mother is absent. The dialogue highlights a humorous family moment and the mother's inexperience in social dating.
A minister recalls asking a devout but uneducated woman if he wrote sermons or spoke extempore. She thinks aloud and replies she prefers him without the book because his repetition helps her remember. The exchange highlights plainspoken appreciation for rhetoric that sticks.
William Jay argues counterfeits imply an original virtue. Patriotism grows from benevolence rooted in moral goodness and religious awareness. Its exercises toward countrymen are governed by morality, just as acts toward neighbors and family.
Botulism cases from spoiled vegetables or canned goods may be treated with a generous, rapid dose of castor oil before intestinal paralysis sets in. If paralysis has begun, the oil loses effectiveness.
On their fifth birthday twins Everett and Evelyn receive a small dog from their father. The dog growls then wags its tail, prompting Evelyn to declare Everett can have the head and I’ll take the fall it’s the most friendly end.
A steady 1039 mile per hour flight westward along the equator for twenty four hours would prevent sunset as the sun stays above the horizon while the Earth completes one full rotation beneath.
Australian kangaroo farming is highlighted for valuable hides and exceptionally fine tendons. The material is praised as ideal for medical uses including wound closure and bone repair, surpassing catgut in toughness and fineness.
A tense moment in Australia when a skyer was near being caught by a fielder. A spectator shouted Miss it Archie and I’ll let you kiss my sister, heightening the crowd’s excitement around the batter’s miscue.
A quotation attributes prejudice to many great men and notes women harbor special biases. Holbrook Jackson’s remark is cited from Today, highlighting differing views on gender and perception.
A concise quotation emphasizes that great men share one common trait their strength comes from labor. It reflects on the value of persistent effort across diverse minds. The message links character and achievement to consistent toil.
A literary quotation attributed to R. W. Emerson extols the human voice as the sweetest instrument, surpassing orchestral tones when spoken with instant ire, tenderness, truth, and courage.
A reflective note on how women cry at weddings yet continue to marry, implying social expectations and enduring commitment across generations.
The Natski Medicine Company announces drastic cost reductions and a sale price of $1.00 per 12 oz bottle plus 4¢ tax. The ad promises maintained quality and urges buyers to ask their druggist or contact the Moweaqua Illinois firm directly for the tonic claimed to aid appetite rheumatic pains and blood diseases.
By virtue of a special execution issued from the Circuit Court of Clark County Illinois a sale is advertised for the South half of lots 1 3 and 4 5 and 6 in Block 4 Town of Cumberland. The auction will be on Saturday May 15 1920 at 2 PM at the East Door of the Court House in Marshall Illinois. W A Bryam Sheriff of Clark County announces the sale dated April 27 1929.
Executor Elizabeth Collier of Clark County Illinois gives notice to creditors to file claims with the Clark County Court at Marshall during the June Term, first Monday in June. Debts owed must be paid promptly. Attorneys Graham and Snavely represent the estate dated April 14 1920.
A Marshall resident declares kidney trouble relief after seven years using Doan's Kidney Pills. Wm Clements of Marshall describes severe back pain, frequent kidney action, and nervous distress before relief and lasting health after one box. He urges others to use Doan's Kidney Pills from Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo N Y.
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