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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1914
Page
2
Arthur Tarman is especially equipped by education and years of experience for the duties of county clerk. He says he will not fill the office with expensive and unnecessary clerks, to get the work done.
The text contrasts Joe Wallace evading all votes at a board of supervisors meeting with Roy Wells who spoke on record and voted for what he believed served the public interest, regardless of popularity. The passage questions whether Wallace would arrest a criminal if objections arose from the criminal or supporters.
The passage notes a 100 million dollar rise in ordinary expenses in Wilson's first year compared to Taft's last year, signaling a growing treasury deficit long before World War I. It argues for economy over war taxes, accusing Congress of extravagant appropriations that would worsen the deficit despite Wilson's plan to raise revenues to cover it.
Congress fights the revenue stamp plan on principle. Democrats approve a tax form from 1898 but opposition remains due to changed conditions since the Spanish American War. The tariff revision caused revenue drops. trimming rivers and harbors to 12 million could cover public works, and the next year public building funds could be abandoned. If a pork barrel is opened, taxpayers must pay.
The Paris Beacon notes Congressman O'Hair defends reelection to resist a gag rule in Congress. It mocks the current Congress as hog tied and notes the president’s use of patronage to enforce party discipline. The piece portrays the gag rule debate as a dated political gag.
The piece skewers a Democratic congressman for dodging core issues amid tariff concerns and wartime labor strains. It mocks an acceptance letter with florid prose and contrasts it with a sharp parliamentary quip about nipping a rat, reflecting a sharp partisan tone.
The authorized notice explains U S forces are withdrawn from Vera Cruz after failing to enforce an ultimatum demanding a twenty one cannon salute. It recalls casualties from the Veracruz battle and Tampico incident, noting nineteen killed and nearly 100 wounded, and asserts the flag remains uns saluted.
The author imagines a future end to the global war with a historic peace treaty. It recalls Grant taking Lee’s sword at Appomattox and returning it, and notes the final surrender will differ from past wars, with dramatic stages yet to unfold and no clear concluding moment.
A columnist argues that monetary power will determine victory, not battles. He claims Britain must fund the war at all costs, noting Germany and Japan’s finances as critical limits and predicting the longest purse will prevail in Europe. He cites Lloyd George on treasury loans and cash as decisive.
The piece argues the European war could cost 18 billion dollars in one year, counting loss of hundreds of thousands of lives and widespread destruction. It laments waste and thrift in nations, criticizes leaders for life and death decisions, and asserts the masses will ultimately bear the burden while rulers profit or escape accountability.
The Illinois farming sector comprises 251,872 farms across about 25,867,000 acres. Farms occupy 32,522,000 acres with 28,048,000 acres improved. The average farm size is 129 acres, with total capital investment around 83.9 billion dollars and farm machinery valued at 73.7 million. Domestic animals poultry and bees total 308.8 million in value. The average farm value is 15,505 dollars.
Report from Springfield notes the Democratic state convention adopted resolutions warmly praising the Wilson administration and Governor Dunne. The Dunne and Sullivan factions appear to have reconciled as tensions within the party ease across the state.
Readable fragment notes large sheets of carbon paper for transferring embroidery and other patterns sold by the Herald office.
Wallace's Farmer cites census data showing a 50 percent rise in city expenses over the past decade and notes growing state and county costs. It urges centralized boards, civil service, and elected executives to curb waste and reduce taxes while improving governance.
The Texas Wonder claims to dissolve gravel cure diabetes and rheumatic complaints and regulate bladder issues in men women and children. A bottle costs $1 and is mailed if not carried by local druggists. Testimonials from this and other states are available from Dr H W Hall 2926 Olive St Saint Louis MO.
Edward Heller and John F Nugent officials of Terre Haute police were fined five dollars and sentenced to eight hours in jail by Judge Cox for contempt. The case arose from the dismissal of Albert Moore after a restraining order prevented such action.
Stop that fall cough with Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey. It soothes the throat, loosens phlegm, fortifies against cold germs, and is safe for babies and children. Only 25c guaranteed, pure and harmless for fast relief.
A Madison Avenue quality clothing sale announces $75,000 worth of Fall and Winter men’s high grade suits shirts overcoats boys clothing and hats from top makers Kuppenheimer Kirchbaum Nettleton and others. Goods to be put on sale at retail in the large corner building at Wabash Avenue and Fifth Street beginning in the morning.
Sam Goodman announces a 30 year Terre Haute clothing business retirement sale. Over 5000 garments from 1915 models offered at about half regular prices with many items sharply reduced including suits overcoats and underwear as the store clears stock to the public.
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