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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1916
Page
2
The ticket nominates Charles Evans Hughes of New York for president and Charles Warren Fairbanks of Indiana for vice president. A formal selection mapping aligns with party structure and regional balance as campaigns prepare.
A reflective paragraph questions who kept Switzerland and Holland out of the great war and how Spain was spared except Denmark Sweden and Norway. It asks how all major South American republics avoided conflict and wonders which country sought entry into war with the United States.
The St Louis Globe Democrat argues that Wilson lacks a fixed principle set and would shift positions in any crisis. It contrasts Wilson with Hughes, claiming Hughes would act on sound principles, while Wilson’s past statements on tariffs, preparedness, and policy show inconsistency and opportunism.
The passage critiques the Democratic party's stance on labor, arguing the Adamson DIN reveals double standards as it passes the House. The tone challenges party consistency and labor alignment in the political debate.
The article cites a Chicago Tribune critique of the Adamson law labeling it a lie and argues the Temple amendment would have broadened coverage for railroad workers. It blames Democratic majorities for rejecting the amendment and discusses rising living costs, rents, fuels, medicines, and funerary expenses, noting price increases under tariffs and wartime claims.
The piece argues the Underwood tariff bill fails to raise revenue, citing a rise of five hundred million in imports and a drop of one hundred million in customs revenue. It endorses strict economy and contends that if Payne duties remained, preparedness and bonds could be funded without extra taxes.
The Texas Wonder claims to cure kidney and bladder troubles dissolves gravel cures diabetes and rheumatism and regulates bladder issues in children. One bottle provides two months of treatment and testimonials are offered. Address Dr E W Hall 2926 Olive street St Louis MO. Sold by druggists nationwide.
An essay remarks on urban indebtedness showing cities with 30 000 plus people now owe more than the U S government and total city debt rising faster than population. It notes improvements funded by debt, waste, and urban poverty, urging better public expenditure transparency. It ends with a promotional insert for Foley products.
A record shows Harry W. Drake voting against the waterway bill affecting Clark County townships. The bill would impose specific annual costs on townships including Anderson 333.17, Marshall 1435.96, Aubur? ty 410.25, Martinsville 1334.32, Melrose 391.44, Casey 4685.50, Orange 454.96, Darwin 542.59, Darker 915.75, Dolson 547.40, Wabash 1514.07, Douglas 231.71, Westfield 771.50, Johnson 755.65, York 781.14.
The fragment reports on expenses related to Clark County, outlining total costs and possible budgetary context. Details are incomplete, with no clear figures or dates provided.
The speaker notes a $15 105.41 cost with no chance of return while Harry W. Drake supported a $4 000 000 school appropriation. Clark County contributes $8 487.55 and receives $15 781.33 annually as long as the statute stands. The law promises $1 in yields $1.86, calculated on assessed value and family children counts, explaining an 86 percent gain.
The piece argues that living costs in the United States are rising and will rise further. New York City forms a Food Committee led by Joseph Hartigan, who predicts 15 to 20 percent higher food prices by January and supports export restrictions or embargos. It notes broad price increases beyond food and critiques Democratic governance for failing to lower costs.
A poem contrasts boosters and naysayers in local improvement efforts. It argues that persistent knocking hinders progress more than stagnation, urging collective action to advance projects like paving and acquiring a village pump, while noting skepticism grows with age.
Cole and Cole of Marshall Illinois advertise insurance on farm and city property through the strongest companies at the lowest rates. They invite inquiries by writing or calling for terms.
Mrs. Chas Rietz of Allen Mills Pennsylvania says she has used Foley's Honey and Tar for eleven years and would not be without it. It relieves hoarseness tickling throat and wheezy breathing promptly. Sold everywhere.
An urging public notice links backache and urinary signs to hidden kidney disorders and urges prompt treatment with Doan's Kidney Pills. It cites Bright's disease risk and features a Marshall testimonial from Mrs. Re W. Jefferds of 105 N First St. The ad promotes the Foster Milburn Co. product and urges asking for Doan's Kidney Pills.
The Terre Haute Star presents itself as a daily metropolis with AP news and market reports and claims unique rural delivery. The Marshall Herald promotes itself as Clark county's leading newspaper with home news, correspondence, and liberal subscription offers including a one year city daily and county weekly package.
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