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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1926
Page
2
Editorial warns that careless budgeting leads to dangerous wiring and weak construction. It argues penny wise habits cause fires and notes fire insurance cannot cover self created risk, citing daily losses: 360 homes 96 farms 15 hotels 6 stores 5 churches 2 schools 4 warehouses and 1 hospital.
A reflective of fateful virtues and civic duty urges voters as elections near. The piece recounts Abraham Lincoln's long record of failures before becoming a defining figure and links it to responsible participation in democracy. It emphasizes women's influence and the duty to vote as a privilege and responsibility.
A Chicago Tribune backed race scene shows Frank L. Smith and Geo Brennan in contention for Illinois senate seats with Magill shifting party lines to oppose the party ticket. The piece hints at prearranged strategy and liquor interests influence, detailing endorsements and candidate alignment across counties and committees.
A reader forwards an 1849 newspaper clipping from the Anderson Kentucky News showing a public sale linked to an Oregon Territory move. The notice lists property including ox teams, livestock, tools, timber, barrels, a still, liquor, enslaved people, and household goods. Sale details include terms cash or credit, security by Bob McConnel, home near Versailles Kentucky, and a March 1 start time with food provided.
An editorial in the Chicago Tribune notes reactions to Hugh Magill’s potential U S Senate candidacy. The piece emphasizes caution before any formal announcement and outlines political expectations in Danville coverage.
The Cumberland township name was changed to Casey at the last board meeting upon citizen petition. The State Board of Equalization in Springfield raised Clark county assessments by 17 percent on personal property 5 percent on land and 9 percent on town lots. The County Board levied 15000 for county purposes 6000 to pay interest on funding bonds and 6009 to redeem large funding bonds issued on bounty tax receipts. Ed Shaw is the father of a brand new baby. Charley Gorham visited Homer last week.
Forties era notes mention Albert Porter and Miss Mary Shaw set for marriage at the bride’s parents’ home with Albert Shaw and Dr W L Athon and Miss Sallie Bartlett among witnesses. Frosty weekend brings ice on the riverbank and heavier ice than before. Dave Black travels from Casey to Bethany to begin his third year of work.
Twenty years ago a daughter was born to Robt Baird and his wife on Sunday morning. Walter Meloy aged about eight fell from a hickory tree and broke his wrist. Burglars entered Ed win Clapper's home in the south part of the city Sunday night stealing shoes and provisions. Marriage licenses were issued to Tonie Tyler Clara Hammond Arden Coryell Elsie Monneyhaus. Golda Davison, still fragile after pneumonia, left for Texas seeking better health.
Ten years ago William Brock of Springfield Ohio married Corinne Smith daughter of Mr and Mrs J B Smith of Martinsville at the bride’s home. Brock, an aviator, met his bride during flights at the Martinsville fair. They plan to live in Iowa.
An account claims Emperor Napoleon III was once imprisoned in a lam castle for six weeks and escaped by disguising himself as a mason during a failed bid for the French throne in 1540.
A promotional claim touts brakes that stop faster than 20 mph or 25 mph, suggesting wet and dry weather tests to reduce stopping distances. The pitch urges motorists to visit a garage for brake inspection and promises lower costs with Rusco brake products.
The writer reflects on how suggestions arise from placing themselves in the questioner’s role. They note ongoing study of advertising and offer help with problems, implying guidance on fitting ads to news content.
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