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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1916
Page
9
Verona Clarke surveys spring outerwear with satin trimmed coats in pink and taupe, wool velours wraps in browns and yellows, and full ta f ta capes for evening wear. She notes rain ready oil skin toppers, adjustable collars, and cape effects shaping the latest women’s outer garments.
Advertisement touts Texas Wonder as a universal remedy for kidney and bladder trouble in men and women, including diabetes and rheumatism. Claims it can be mailed for $1 with a two month supply and offers testimonials. notes Dr. F. E. Hall of St. Louis oversees distribution and that druggists everywhere sell it.
The piece argues Democrats are Wilsonites, faulting their record since 1914 and hinting at disarray within the party. It contrasts Hughes with Wilson, claiming Hughes lacks campaign infrastructure but would act decisively if nominated, while Republicans see internal party concern about foreign policy.
Advertising copy offers Foley products including Honey and Tar Compound for coughs colds and croup Foley Kidney Pills and Cathartic Tablets. Submits name and address to Foley & Co Chicago for a trial package. Sold everywhere.
Illinois farmers gain the new honor of leading the nation in corn production surpassing Iowa. The U S Bureau of Crop Estimates reports the five principal corn states Illinois Iowa Nebraska Missouri and Indiana produced 42 percent of the 3 054 535 000 bushels. Agricultural education and county crop experts show strong results.
Notice to Lot Owners and interested parties to have some mowing done by Decoration Day. By Order Cemetery Committee.
The War Department plans more than five million dollars in funding for 50 000 business and professional men and their sons to attend month long training camps this summer. Camps at Plattsburg Fort Oglethorpe Monterey Salt Lake City American Lake Fort Benjamin Harrison San Antonio and more aim to prepare volunteers for possible war service. Enrollment costs run about 60 dollars per man including equipment and uniforms with meals lodging and transportation in addition.
The notice lists 40 000 citizens attending camps in three departments with multiple locations. Fort Oglethorpe Fort Terry Monterey American Lake Salt Lake City Indianapolis San Antonio and Peekskill host sessions from May to September with varied durations and attendee totals.
Dr Charles Woodward of the Illinois State Eclectic Medical Society warns that modern whites consume about 400 grains of salt daily while the recommended amount is twenty. He claims excessive salt ruins health and tissues and leads to many ailments, joking that cannibals cannot eat people who are too salty.
An Ohio farmer using acetylene gas lights his henhouse twice daily to fool hens into producing two eggs per day.
The Democratic majority approved a naval appropriation bill via the House Naval Affairs Committee. It provides no construction beyond 1917, funds five battle cruisers replacing Daniels proposed dreadnoughts, and reduces several classes of ships. Total navy appropriations for 1917 reach 240 million dollars, about 90 million more than last year.
Section man Thomas McDonald sacrificed his life to save the Wabash Banner Limited near Oakley when a crowbar lay across the rails. The 60 year old worker stepped into the path of a 50 mph train to clear the obstruction, dying before his fellow section hands could reach him. His brave act likely prevented a major wreck and loss of life. Also included is an advertisement for Sloan's Liniment promising relief from rheumatic pain.
Abe Martin notes the cold season tests folly but a Mexican figure can hide much under his hat, delivering a wry folk-humor vignette with regional character.
A Spring cough warning urges relief with Dr. Kings New Discovery. The ad claims a pleasant cough suppressant and cold remedy that soothes grippe, blends Tar Syrup, requires no mixing, and has 40 years of tested use.
Township Treasurer Minnie G Kuykendall reports receipts and expenditures for Township 11 range 10 with school districts for the year ending April 15 1916. The report covers cash on hand April 15 1915 distributions to districts interest and total receipts and expenditures including treasurer and trustees fees and district district no 1 2 3 expenditures and balances. Notary Frank Cole attests to the sworn statement dated May 19 1916.
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