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Newspaper

Marshall Herald

Location

Marshall, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Sep 03, 1913

Page

2

Obituary and society notices with admission fee details

Fragmentary notice indicating obituary poetry not published and lodge resolutions. Mentions a member’s death and a charged admission in entertainments, priced at six cents per line.

Sherman Attacks Tariff Policy in Senate Speech

Senator L Y Sherman of Illinois denounces the Wilson Underwood tariff bill calling it a drain on the treasury. He argues the Democratic party cannot fill the treasury and that tariffs hurt American industry and farmers. The address occurs as President Wilson’s message is awaited, with concerns over debt, taxes, and protection for unprotected interests amid shifting foreign policy.

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Mexico Policy Sparks Mixed Reactions Abroad

The article discusses President Wilson's non intervention stance in Mexico, noting general approval as no party shows a strong opposing position. It highlights cautious optimism amid differing opinions and calls for restraint in U S actions toward Mexican affairs.

Public Utilities Commission Set to Reshape State Services

The Public Utilities Commission will take effect January 1 and overhaul local telephone lines lighting and power services across towns. Rates must equalize for similar services with profits guaranteed by adequate returns or reductions if profits are excessive. Gas and electric firms face similar scrutiny especially if double-plant investments exist.

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Pirate treasure chest found by Bayou Chicoy contractor

Charles H. Villar, a contractor, found a chest in Bayou Chicoy believed buried by a noted pirate on the Spanish Main. It contained Spanish doubloons and pieces of eight, valued between 7,100 and 10,000 dollars. The discovery seems accidental, reflecting past era treasure hunts for galleons and pirate gold along the Atlantic coast.

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Denver Doctor Warns Against Bichloride Mercury Poisoning

A Denver physician Dr L M Van warned against using bichloride of mercury for self harm or poisoning. He described it as one of the most horrible deaths and urged people to avoid the deadly chemical.

New Duties of State's Attorneys in Illinois

Illinois state’s attorneys assume collection of all fines fees and penalties from justices of the peace police magistrates and clerks of courts of record. They must then pay the county treasurer who maintains a separate fund to cover salary and office costs, with any surplus going to the county superintendent of schools. If a shortfall exists the county treasurer covers it from the general fund.

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State issues circular on highway superintendents exams

A Highway Commission circular outlines qualifications for county highway superintendent posts under the new law. Examinations occur in Chicago Dix on Peoria Springfield Champaign East St. Louis Olney and Carbondale with date moved to after October 1. Candidates must arrive by 9 a.m. late arrivals denied.

State Highway Commission Chicago Dixon Peoria Springfield Champaign East St. Louis Olney Carbondale Alexander Bond Soone Brown Calhoun Carroll Cass, Clark Clay Clinton Crawford Cumberland DeWitt, Douglas Edgar Edwards Effingham Fayette Franklin Ford Gallatin Greene Grundy Hamilton Hardin Henderson Jasper Jefferson Jersey Jo Daviess Johnson Kendall Lawrence Lee Marshall Mason Massac McDonough Menard Mercer Nonroe Moultrie Ogle Perry Pratt Pike Pope Pulaski Putnam Randolph Richland Schuyler Scott Stark Union Wabash Washington Wayne White

Postmasters Targeted as Political Warfare Emerges

A fragmented 1912 era note describes postmasters facing scrutiny by post office inspectors. It suggests wholesale removals could occur to favor Democrats, arguing the moves are to expose pretenses of Democratic leaders. President Wilson’s inauguration is referenced as context.

Lewis Postoffice

English Instructor Recalls Verona Brigands Tale

Melvin A Hollinshead of Port Clinton Ohio an English instructor at the University of Illinois returned from Europe with an odd tale of adventure He was captured by brigands near Verona and taken to a cave where he recognized their chief as Tony his former bootblack at the university The two embraced and shared wine before Hollinshead was escorted back to the inn He hopes to meet more brigands but at least for now considers the night in the cave a strange and delightful memory.

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The Aged Debate On Fault And Mercy

A fragmented reflection notes that an average man would confess a fault he lacks while others claim faults according to wealth or moral standing. The text contrasts willingness to admit error with varied personal criteria.

Eczema cures and piano sale notices from early ad copy

A fragmented 19th or early 20th century text extols Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment as a cure and features a Mrs D L Kenney testimonial. It also advertises Steinway pianos and Aeolian stock through Lyon Healy in Chicago with cash or easy monthly payments and a request for letters for a full list of pianos.

Hobson Steinwayp Bealdes Lyon Healy Alao Aeolian. Co New York Chicago A.lst

Texas Wonder cures kidney and bladder troubles

Advertised remedy Texas Wonder claims to cure kidney and bladder troubles and related irregularities. It is marketed through druggists for one dollar with a two month supply and is available from Dr B W Hall in Saint Louis Missouri.

Texas Espn Dr. B. W Hall Olive Street Louis

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