Road bonds for Illinois promises better highways after war
Gov Lowden argues the proposed road bond measure must go to a statewide vote on November 5 1918 and, if approved, issued only after wartime conditions improve. He says bonds will fund a durable highway system paid from automobile licenses, creating jobs for returning soldiers and boosting farms, cities, and state prosperity.
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General Assembly
Lowden
America
Ilnois
Lfe
German People Responsible
B F Harris of the State Council of Defense urged at the Illinois Press Association that German propaganda shifts blame to autocracy. He argued the German people share responsibility for aggression and warned against forgiving terms based on changing Germany’s government.
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B. F. Harris
State Council of Defense
Champaign
Illinois Press Association
Harris
Germany
Fourth of July celebration planned at Marshall
Twenty years ago the county Sunday schools organized a grand Fourth of July event in Marshall. Lou Harlan traveled to Springfield to join an artillery company. Dr W H McNary, ex-state senator and longtime physician, died in Martinsville from a stroke. Commo dore Schley allegedly bombarded and silenced forts at Santiago then attacked Cervera's fleet. Westfield College had the best year in memory with a new building due before fall and larger attendance. Marshall teachers were hired. North Side and South Side staffs listed. Union memorial services held in the M E church with Elder J Gunn speaking. Decoration Day observed in the courthouse with Rev J W Nye speaking. Co L, 19th Dist. Regt, met at city hall. 40 attended, four rejected on physicals. Officers elected: Captain Geo S Ball, 1st Lieut John H Edwards, 2nd Lieut Harry Miller, Orderly Sgt Henry Bohn, 2nd Sgt W H Hansbrough, 3rd Sgt R H Buckner. Company to drill in Marshall each Friday.
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Marshall
Lou Harlan
Springfield
W. H McNary
Wabash Valley
Martinsville
Commodore Schley
Santiago
Cervera
Westfield College
North Side
L. A. Wallace
Fannie Andrews
Laura Arbuckle
Frank DeVol
Lulu Deaner
Eleanor Shaw
Nannie Nusbaum
South Side
Roscoe Dawson
Eunite Gilbert
Flozza Smith
Corn Baird
M E
J . Gunn
The
Christian Church
Court House
J W Nye
Terre Haute
18Th
Ilinois Infantry
Co. L
19Th Dist. Regt
Geo S Ball
John H Edwards
Harry Miller
Henry Bohn
W H Hansbrough
R. H Buckner
Red Cross badge rooted in Camillus de Lellis history
A correspondent recalls the three century old Catholic origin of the Red Cross badge worn by religious orders aiding the sick. Camillus de Lellis, born 1550 in Naples, founded a group to care for plague victims and nursing the ill, with pope Sixtus V approving the red cross in 1586.
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Evening Post
Camillus de Lellis
Kingdom of
Naples
Camillus
Christ
Sixtus V
Molokai
Madagascar
India
Far East
France
Bears and Officials Petition Message Prompting Public Response
A fragmented notice hints at citizens sending petitions to public officials. It suggests officials ignore petitions as often as they sign them. The text also notes limited opportunities to speak on the phone, implying barriers to public input.
Teaching Baseball To London A Public Information View
A CIP representative in London notes London has yet to host a base ball season but will host an American league schedule this summer with eight teams recruited from various organizations in London. Games slated for Saturdays, as thousands of American troops may pass through or be stationed there, to make England feel like home. The idea to open homes to Yankees gains favor, with wartime entertainment funds pledged. An American squadron commander lauds improved ships and crews, noting sharp fire control and overall efficiency.
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Committee On Public Information
London
England
Sammy
Weekly Dispatch
Women crave strength more than law and poetry
The piece argues that women admire strength and ruthless leaders like Napoleon over poets, equating this to a longing for independence. It cites Fletcher's Castoria and "London Ideas" to suggest society rewards those who act as law unto themselves, a trait historically tied to cave-woman instincts.
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Napoleon
London
Edward and Stanley Fight at School Recess
Edward and Stanley fought during a school recess. The teacher rebuked them and Stanley cried, while Edward declared he would not repent if he cannot try, expressing stubborn resolve amid the incident.
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Edward
Stanley
Edward Saie
The Loser of the Genre Is Never Accused of Cheating
A remark notes that the losing party in a given genre is never charged with cheating, suggesting a stereotype or opinion about fair play and reputations within competitive arts. The quote casts doubt on blame and highlights perceptions of integrity in competition.
A Texas Wonder Cures Kidney and Bladder Ailments
A Texas Wonder claims to cure kidney and bladder troubles and diabetes for men and women. It promises relief from rheumatism and irregularities, with a two months’ treatment per bottle. Available by mail for $1.00 from Dr. E. W. Hall, St. Louis, Missouri, and sold by druggists nationwide.
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Texas Wonder
E. W. Hall
Olive Street
St.Louis
Carbon Paper For Embroidery Patterns Sold At Herald
Large sheets of carbon paper for transferring embroidery and other patterns are available at the Herald Office.
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Herald Office
Bond Paper With National Reputation For Stationery
A fragment notes a Bond Paper brand renowned for its high reputation in national stationery orders. The brief emphasizes durability and quality associated with this supplier.
Ben Crow Roadster Ned the Stallion Grade Listed
Ned the roadster stallion, licensed 1326, known as the Ben Crow horse, grades noted in the record.
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Ned
Home Made Stock Salt Plans For Self Serve Use
A farmers guide to homemade stock salt using barrel salt and Kelfer's Animal Tonic and Worm Destroyer. Claims worms will be cured, blood toned, digestion aided, and livestock will thrive faster at under 314c per pound. Includes a two month supply guarantee with money back if unsatisfied.
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Kelfer
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