Russians threaten new reinforcement believed decisive
The report notes increased concern over Russian actions with Switschut schuyn seen as strengthening Prezmysl positions, leading to fears of surrender.
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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1914
Page
2
The report notes increased concern over Russian actions with Switschut schuyn seen as strengthening Prezmysl positions, leading to fears of surrender.
The Russian government sent a telegraphic order last week to American manufacturers for 100 automobile trucks, signaling wartime exchange value for the conflict in Europe.
The piece notes Raymond Robins has shifted through Democrat Socialist single taxer and Progressive labels. It argues comparing him to Lincoln as Illinois' greatest figure is far fetched and foolish to readers.
Harry Drake has managed a farm for over thirty years and has been active in school work and legislation. He is especially familiar with the needs of schools highways and farmer interests.
The piece argues that taxpayers deserve good service from proven leaders but should not fault unqualified officials chosen by voters, noting that voters share responsibility for the outcome and citing Hinds as an example of this dynamic.
Official county count reports Raymond Robins Progressive candidate for senator with 25043 votes, far behind Roosevelt's 386478 in 1912. Republican primary votes numbered 219935 versus 253613 for Taft in 1912.
The Oct 10 Congressional Record features ten pages of Democratic speeches denouncing the administration for failing to keep pledges. In Pennsylvania the Progressive candidate for governor withdrew in favor of the Democratic candidate, and in Vermont the Democratic candidate drew in against the Progressive. The Democrat continues to publish alleged Herald quotations and comment on them with feigned gravity.
A Democratic Congress under President Wilson confronts a rapid rise in appropriations, now exceeding the last Republican Congress by over 160 million dollars as the president presses his messages and policy agenda.
Democratic senators pressed a $53,000,000 appropriation in the Rivers and Harbors bill while the president and Congress advance a special tax to cover revenue shortfalls from the Underwood tariff.
The piece argues voters must know candidates character, past work, and capability. It stresses county government affects daily life more than state government and asserts only the right men should win county offices.
A admonition urging young men to master their chosen line of work. It warns that many professionals and mechanics are only half competent, causing trouble for employers. It emphasizes thorough knowledge of one’s craft and confidence in one’s expertise.
After protests by American manufacturers the Secretaries of War and Navy cancelled contracts with British firms for brass buttons worth about sixty to seventy thousand dollars for American uniforms. War uncertainty and delivery delays were cited as the reason.
The Illinois Legislative Voters' League releases its report on nominees. It flags Harry W Drake as a Clark county educator and Marshall county superintendent of schools candidate. E Walter Green as a farmer and stock raiser with interest in good government questions. and DrD Burt is labeled simply as Socialist.
Hon A L Ruffner of Casey, Republican candidate for county judge, receives high endorsements from Cumberland county papers. The Greenup Press lauds his business ability integrity common sense and fearless honesty, urging voters of Clark county to elect him.
A historical summary lists numerous salary increases and new offices under the Democratic administration. It cites five new offices at 12 000 each and a trimmed Comptroller of the Currency raise to 12 000, plus commissions, ministers, clerks, and attaches across departments. It notes diplomacy raises to Argentina Chile and Spain, and adds a Paraguay Uruguay mission and political appointment examiners.
A collection of opinions from Bryan, Dunne, Harrison, and others criticizing Roger Sullivan. They accuse him of corporate ties, past corrupt actions, and claim his slogan would derail the party in Illinois. Some defend him as the only candidate aligned with Wilson.
The St Louis Globe Democrat notes a shift in international law stance. It cites Secretary Bryan defending neutrality limits on loans and shipping contraband and credits individuals with the right to ship goods to any country. The piece suggests broader American sales abroad despite war risks and a right to lend without governmental interference.
In a Democratic party controversy linked to Roger Sullivan and new political standards, Senator Owen of Oklahoma funds speeches for Robins the Progressive Senate candidate. Letters reveal facts about Sullivan’s political history previously known only to insiders amid tumultuous Illinois affairs.
The piece argues that Democratic support for Robins would aid Sherman, not Sullivan, noting Joseph M. Page’s advice to stand firm for Sullivan’s opponent. It discusses political tactics, party hypocrisy, and the potential impact of cross votes on the Sullivan campaign.
A humorous verse traces a shopkeeper who dreams of quitting work for rest and checker games. After selling his store his longing for ease returns as idle leisure proves hollow, leaving him weary and wiser about work and retirement.
The excerpt argues that despite the harms of war, American dealers will supply both sides if it benefits business, insisting sentiment should not block supply of needed war materials.
The ad touts Fletcher's Castoria as a Texas wonder for kidney and bladder issues. It claims relief for grav el, diabetes, weak backs, rheumatism, and bladder irregularities in men and women, with bladder regulation for children. Sent by mail if not available locally, using testimonials and Dr. E. W. Hall as address.
Lafayette mayor Thomas Bauer defends Republican fidelity amid Progressive era shifts. He argues Progressives aimed to reform within the party, warns free trade threatens American industry, and urges restoration of protectionist, pro American principles to revive prosperity and party unity.
QO B Price of Faris Illinois endorses Dean's Kidney Pills after rheumatic back pains and restless nights. He reports prompt relief and ongoing use to keep kidneys in good shape. Sold at 50 cents by all dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
A sale offers 75000 dollars of new fall and winter men s clothing including suits overcoats boys clothing hats and furnishings from Kup penheimer Kirchbaum Nettleton Shoes and other renowned makes. Items will be displayed on the corner of Wabash Avenue and Fifth Street in Terre Haute beginning in the morning.
A longtime Terre Haute retailer, Sam Goodman, announces a retirement sale featuring 5000+ garments from 1915 models. The advertising lists drastic cuts on men’s suits and overcoats, boys wear, underwear, shirts, shoes, and pants with many items offered at about half price to local shoppers.
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