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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1908
Page
4
The notice states that the Clark County Herald is filed with the Marshall Illinois post office as second class matter. It indicates official mailing status for newspaper distribution and archival purposes.
The Cubs capture the pennant prompting relieved fans to rest easy. Mentions of interest rates and a plan in Oklahoma are noted, with references to Governor Deuce and statewide politics.
A reader letter argues prices for corn would stay around 85 cents per bushel unless tariffs pass. The writer credits the Wilson tariff with high prices and predicts Bryan’s campaign would restore ruinous costs. Farmers urged to vote for their interests.
President McKinley praises Taft as the broadest minded and unselfish man, saying he will vary the spirit of the constitution. He argues there are excellent reasons to send Taft to the White House and predicts the American people will affirm this in November.
The St Louis Globe Democrat quotes Taft saying Bryan tends to tailor ideas to please audiences rather than draft effective legislation. The paper notes Bryan garners little support at the polls as a result and argues sober second thought outweighs his proposals.
Two men named by the Bryan Organization as presidential electors in Massachusetts informed the Democratic state committee that they cannot serve as Bryan electors because they intend to vote for Taft. This signals wary business reaction as the campaign nears its end.
Historic St Paul railroad project advances toward the Pacific with a massive $100 million investment. The 800 mile transcontinental line is described as thorough, using electric power and careful construction techniques.
Dan Emerson earns nationwide encouragement for circuit clerk candidacy. He boasts a strong office record, courteous service, and higher treasury returns in 3.5 years than the predecessor in eight, with lower expenses. Meanwhile a Great Fleet voyage moves toward Yokohama and Hampton Roads, easing war scare jitters.
Dan Emerson and one deputy increased county earnings in three and a half years far beyond eight years of predecessors. They saved on clerk hire, avoiding $624.70 in extra costs, while office expenses dropped compared with prior administrations. Meanwhile Hearst quotes Bryan proposing mutual political support, and a move to pass a strict anticigarette law faces criticism of weak laws elsewhere.
Preparations for a Springfield corn exposition run November 23 to 28 include a large prize pool. The sweepstakes best ten ears will win a substantial cash award. Judge Connelly runs a clean campaign for state's attorney as opponents trade mudslinging.
H C Bell of Marshall, the Democratic congressional nominee, spoke in Milford Saturday night. He defended his stance on temperance and license reform while acknowledging a strong Republican showing. The address did not sway Milford's political outlook for the November election. In a separate incident, George N Best died after a pistol discharged while he demonstrated it, the shot fatally wounding him. The accident mirrored his own earlier cautions about gun safety.
A garbled note outlines concerns over tornado and fire insurance for farms and city property, mentioning large insurers and unspecified fates. The readable portions imply seeking coverage details and risk assessment from major companies.
The column contrasts the Littlefield bill with Knox and Cannon proposals, arguing the Littlefield bill lacks penalties and risks constitutional challenges. It critiques state seizure limits and urges opposing temperance groups to back stricter federal action over interstate liquor shipments.
A community drive urges upbuilding by direct invitations to attend Sunday School. A. W. Wright urges believers to visit homes on November 19 to recruit members, promising a broader outreach and personal contact in the parish.
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