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Newspaper
Marshall Herald
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1913
Page
2
The text contrasts Wilsons demand for open public politics with a tariff process developed in committee rooms. It notes the tariff being pushed through by binding caucus pledges, resisting individual congressmen attempts to influence policy. It cites a 1911 Indianapolis speech to frame the critique.
A report argues Congress is controlled by a Democratic caucus in which a few leaders dictate actions. Congressman Sydney Anderson condemns the process as reducing Congress to a machine and isolating 141 districts and nine states from legislation. Senator Hitchcock denounces the system as unconstitutional and harmful to minority voices.
The law imposes strict rules for drivers and teamsters including clearing worn tires within a set period, carrying lights at night, and prohibitions on depositing weeds garbage glass bottles or boards with nails on roads. Fines range from 3 to 10 dollars for infractions like blocking roads obstructing paths and improper turning or disposing water onto roads.
The article lists penalties for obstructing traffic and livestock on public roads. Fines range from 10 to 50 dollars, with up to 30 days in jail in some cases. Driving horses, hitching livestock, and failure to yield to passing vehicles incur penalties. fines go to the state road and bridge fund.
Illinois Governor Dunne ordered Warden Allen to stop a plan near Dixon to give convicts from Joliet prison car rides and theater parties while working on roads at Grand Detour. He called the idea private folly and urged avoidance of mercenary public policy. The move aims to guard reform goals and prevent public exploitation of inmate labor.
A reflective essay argues life is finite and urges readers to pursue a worthwhile existence beyond mere survival. It contends family heritage, farm roots, and country living foster values, while city life tempts with faster wealth yet weaker social virtue. Emphasizes leadership from within rural communities to shape better future for children.
The refugees from Mexico arriving in San Diego on Wednesday say they left under United States urging and rely on the U.S. to protect their interests. They question whether Mexico will consider their damages legitimate and warn of a forthcoming dispute over compensation for Americans.
Walt Mason lampoons bad roads and swampy ruts as farmers fight gumbo with scrapers and mule teams. He paints a nation waking to roadwork, moral fatigue replaced by marching crews, taxes paid with a cheer for wisely spent wealth.
Gov. Dunne unveiled an advertising bid for a butler to manage household affairs noting his annual household expenses reached $20,000. The remark prompted speculation about whether the governor might turn to vaudeville as a funding or publicity angle.
Notice to gas consumers that after October meter readings all gas used will be billed at 35 cents per thousand cubic feet with a 5 cent discount per thousand if paid by the 10th of the following month. Rose, Supt. 7H. Of Rose.
A Chicago American office produced a glaring typographical error on the front page claiming Michael Farley died from Hearst disease. The incident sparked consternation as readers and staff disputed the misprint and its prominence.
A Texas Wonder advertises remedies for cures, bladder and kidney troubles in men and women, with bladder regulation for children. If not sold locally, mail order is offered for $1.00, with two months of treatment per bottle and testimonials available from Dr. B Y Hall of St. Louis. Sold by druggists.
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