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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1918
Page
2
The Marshall Herald urges restraint in talk about American soldiers and praises allied nations for their sacrifices in World War I. It contrasts American modesty with German imperialism and Bolshevism, predicts hard days for Germany, and envisions a future respected Germany through adversity.
A wartime appeal urges readers not to desert the soldiers and to continue backing the national effort. It lauds French British Belgian and American troops and emphasizes continued support through Red Cross YMC A and K of C efforts. The piece warns against celebration without sustaining the war auxiliary fund to reach a $250 million target.
The St Louis Globe-Democrat argues that the election confirms Republican dominance and rebukes President Wilson for partisan leadership. It praises a Republican Congress as a balanced response to national needs and stresses unity despite partisan tension.
In France a winter night scene shows a secretary delivering hot coffee and chocolate to cold frontline troops, funded by contributions. The United War Work Campaign urges gifts to support soldiers. a selective plan for returning troops after the war favors mustering out those with critical industry skills first as the end of the war nears.
The piece argues Germany faces grave danger of anarchy as a revolutionary movement rises after decades of autocratic rule. It cites dismantling of muß verboten authority, decline of self-control, and compares to Russia, warning autocracy and anarchy are a short step apart.
Senator Martin of Virginia leading Democrats urges immediate curtailment of war expenses upon Germany’s armistice and a halt to drafts once the war ends. He cites $57 billion in war appropriations over the last two years and warns of the impact on the nation.
Kaiser decides to capitulate after a Republican congress is elected in America. The remark contrasts virtue with rewards, noting many seek to hire virtue to their payroll.
The piece notes Claude Kitchin's pledge to tax the bigger northern states to fund the war and reports casualties. It lists totals through Oct 24 with 45 754 names published, Pennsylvania 6752, twelve southern states 6671, and contrasts Connecticut and Georgia casualty figures amid population data. Cleveland (0.) News.
Sedan, on the Meuse, is noted for historical events from 1611 birth of Vicomte de Turenne to 1642 Henry IV siege, Napoleonic wars sites, and postwar entry by Yankee forces. Before the conflict it housed a population over 16 000 and was famed for fine black cloth manufacture and woolen textiles by Mazarin era looms.
A letter from Chicago Tribune writer B L T urges Democrats and Republicans to unite in support of the President amid ongoing wartime. The writer argues bipartisan backing would be a constructive gesture in the current political climate.
Wilson's home town Princeton New Jersey favored Republicans in the election. The borough and Seventh district backed Gov Walter B Edge Senator David Baird and Elijah Hutchinson for congress with small pluralities. On prohibition the borough noted wet sentiment.
The administrator of the BB Estate of Josephine Dunlap will present his final report to the Clark County Court in Marshall on December 2, 1918. He will seek discharge from all duties as administrator and asks heirs and distributees Fanny Patton Roberta Dunlap Georgia Dunlap Dora Foletta Ella Welsh Jessie Welsh and Joe Dunlap to attend or respond if they wish. Frank C. Welsh, Administrator Everett Connelly, Attorney.
Susan A. Walls executrix of Joshua Walls deceased of Clark County Illinois announces she will appear before Clark County Court at the Marshall courthouse for the January Term on the first Monday in January to adjust claims. Creditors must attend and debtors must pay promptly. Dated October 26 1918. Everett Connelly attorney.
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