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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1915
Page
4
The notice outlines pricing for card of thanks and obituaries, indicating 25 cents per obituary line and that poetry will not be published. It also lists $1.00 for lodge or society resolutions, and charges for entertainment announcements with admission fees, at a rate per line subject to editorial revision.
A Midwest commentator argues that the United States cannot rely on peaceful intent alone to avert conflict and urges lessons from Britain’s wartime mobilization. It notes Britain’s sea power, allied France and Belgium, and the slow formation of an American army while warning of future naval and industrial limits.
In the Forty-ninth General Assembly the House rejected all ten dry bills and the two wet bills amid a prolonged sit in. The defeat ends the wet and dry fight and a motion by Rep. George Wilson of Quincy to table all other liquor bills carried the day. The session leaves the existing Sunday closing law nullified by the bill that failed.
The document lists several legislative items with Ayes and Nays tallies, including Training School and Residence District bills, seizure measures, a third bootlegging conviction penalty, anti seeking, Sunday opening jail sentence, and alien license law. Vote totals indicate mixed support and opposition across measures.
Experts have debated war costs including property losses and indirect effects from soldiers marching away from peace pursuits. Chancellor Lloyd-George’s budget projections estimate Great Britain's year end expenditures at 5.68 billion dollars with a national debt rising. The report notes inflationary pressures, vast war loans, and shifts in trade and credit while urging caution against feverish speculation as war continues. Other sections discuss Hessian descendants in Virginia, bond servants, and emigration influences through local letters in Youth's Companion.
Correspondence shows not all Hessians became Free Staters and not all Free Staters were Hessian descendants. A great grandson relates his ancestor died near Staunton Virginia in 1842 after marriage there and leaving many descendants. Many Hessians settled Shenandoah Valley taking land and prospering as thrifty, industrious citizens alongside notable figures like Stonewall Jackson.
A summary of former President Taft as the best loser to date, praised for accepting the 1912 verdict without complaint. The piece notes his independent post presidency life, influence as a law teacher, and continued respect across society while Roosevelt and Cleveland are mentioned in contrast.
All persons having claims against the Minnie Kile estate and those indebted to the estate are requested to call on or address the undersigned to have such claims or debts adjusted. T. A. Carpenter, Agent for the heirs, West Union, Illinois. Apr. 25, 1916.
The article describes a giant 12 foot cedar stump in Clallam County Washington used as a United States post office by pioneers. Settlers left mail in interior cedar box racks with no locks while thousands of travelers passed through. The stump, over two thousand years old, is preserved and visited annually as the oldest post office building in the United States.
A health ad urges keeping bowels open for true wellbeing. One Dr King’s New Life Pill taken at night promises a full free bowel movement by morning, improved appetite and digestion, and better overall health.
In Illinois second district a high profile judicial campaign pits W F Bundy of Centralia against Judge W F Farmer the incumbent. Several counties that once favored Democrats shifted after Sherman’s 10 000 vote win last November fueling Republican momentum and a belief the south merits a stronger United States candidate.
A historical account notes the Lusitania’s first voyage record of five days 54 minutes, later surpassed by Mauretania’s four days 41 minutes. Details include ship construction, dimensions, capacity, and luxury accommodations. Also mentions a 1907 maiden trip and broader notes on unrelated local items.
The piece notes Roger Sullivan defeating Democratic rivals for the Illinois Senate nomination as Chicago interests back Judge Farmer in a southern campaign. It contrasts Sullivan’s support with Bryan Wilson and Judge Bundy, detailing Bundy’s legislative record, including the Bundy law raising wage exemptions and death benefit liability. It mentions Farmer’s push for a Supreme Court seat and Chicago interests shaping downstate politics.
The account portrays a pulpit demonstration where a speaker named David defeats Goliath on stage, the crowd watching as the giant falls and the evangelist pounds the platform. The evangelist taunts the audience asking if they are real men or phonies, urging them to prove themselves by stepping forward.
Port erfield reports Friday travel to Oklahoma for oil field work and a May 16 free show at the Variety Theatre for country patrons. Ex Mayor Swinford heads to Chicago to join Capewell company. I L P Beemin named Westfield schools superintendent. Emma Wilson Cleta Parker Bertha Graham listed as teachers for next year.
The text questions John Bimnpy's 68 rate totaling $8,000 arguing he was either a free spender or earned most of his wealth through stage money. It notes the high salary as a point of conjecture in a historic context.
Administrator of the estate of W H Lewis deceased announces a public sale of real estate on June 5 next at Marshall Court House Clark County Illinois. The 60 acre property lies in section 25 town 11 north range 11 west with terms requiring half purchase money at sale and balance in six months or cash option with seven percent interest and mortgage security. Dated May 8 1915. Knox administrator. Hollenbeck attorney.
Administrator of the estate of Edwin Harlan late of Clark County Hlindls deceased announces appointment and will appear before Clark County Court at the Marshall courthouse for the June term on the first Monday. All claims against the estate must be presented for adjustment and all debts should be paid to the undersigned or attorneys Samuel M Scholfield. Date April 19 1915.
The undersigned appointed administrator with will annexed of Clark County Illinois estate of James G Snyder deceased gives notice that claims against the estate must be presented for adjustment before the Clark County court. Debts owed should be paid promptly to the undersigned. Dated April 12 1918 John H Davison Administrator with will annexed B M Davison Attorney.
Floyd Barbee named executor of the estate of Taylor Barbee deceased Clark County Illinois announces he will appear at the county court Marshall July term on the first Monday in July to adjust claims and collect debts. Everett Connelly attorney.
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