Supreme Court Upholds Roach Overturns School Superintendent Vacancy
The Missouri Supreme Court denies a mandamus against Secretary of State Roach leaving no candidate named for state superintendent of public schools in November. Justice Lampkin to remain in office until January 1919 after two dissents. The decision cites constitutional election timing and vacancy provisions. The report also notes Missouri Pacific and St Louis Iron Mountain railroad reorganization plans and Cravath’s commentary on receivership financing and bond underwrites.
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Jefferson City
Supreme Court
I. N. Evrard
Roach
St. Louis
Walker and
Blair
Missouri Pacific
Iron Mountain
State Public Service Commissions
B. F. Bush
New York
Germany
Paul D. Cravath
Jacob Would Not Let Go His God In Life Teachings
Rev. Andrew Hageman argues Jacob shows tenacity in clinging to God and righteousness. He urges parents to seek God’s plan for children, keep the home and property secure, and avoid conflict in labor and affairs while remaining steadfast in faith. He calls believers to hold fast to God everywhere.
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Jacob
God
Rachel
Joseph
Laban
Haran
Esau
Canaan
Andrew Hageman
Ocean Hill Reformed Church
Brooklyn
N. Y
Missouri Corporations Face Delinquency Notices and Penalties
Five hundred thirty five St Louis corporations have failed to report to the secretary of state before July 1. Delinquency could incur $5 fees after 30 days and possible ouster from the state. Recorder of Deeds Joy notes many firms claim they were never notified. An illustrated Missouri book for women’s clubs and schools is being prepared by the University of Missouri Extension Division. Professor Charles H. Williams will lecture on Missouri literature. Jackson Robertson and Montgomery county convict among paroles. both to be released October 23. A commission to take testimony in the Missouri case against the Chicago Burlington & Quincy Railroad for refunds is requested in the supreme court.
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St Louis
Secretary of State
Recorder of Deeds
Joy
Missouri
University of Missouri
Charles H. Williams
Chicago, Burlington & Quincy
Lessons From Battle Front in Faith and Duty
A call to learn from European war sacrifices urging citizens to emulate the soldiers and dedicate themselves to God and Christ. It notes millions serving their country, many dying or maimed, and asks if believers can be faithful without similar devotion to the heavenly king and Savior Jesus Christ.
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Europe
Jesus Christ
Making the Farm Pay by Manure and Fertility
Prof P G Holden advocates returning manure to soil as the main fertility source. He compares farmyard manure to animal flesh value, notes weathering drains lost nutrients, and cites Cornell and Ohio studies showing heavy losses from improper handling. He also provides nation wide estimates of manure production and emphasizes storing manure to prevent waste.
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P. G. Holden
The
Iowa Agricultural College
Umbrella Mishap Sparks Hidden Punning Exchange
In Worcester two women rushing through the rain turned a corner and a sharp umbrella tip struck a passerby on the forehead. The woman apologized with a quip about keeping an eye out in the future and the man joked that she nearly had one out in the present.
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Worcester
Suffering patient credits Dodds Kidney Pills relief
Mr J M Sinclair of Olivehill Tennessee details four years of back pain kidney weakness bladder inflammation and nervous depression. He credits Dodds Kidney Pills with curing his ailments after doctors failed and notes Diamond Dinner Pills and Dodds Dyspepsia Tablets as other products, buffalo advertisement.
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J. M. Sinclair
Olivehill
Tenn
J. M. Sinclairey
Dodds
Con- Buffalo
N. Y
Employee quits over Saturday work days
A Birmingham Age Herald short item recalls a chef quitting after demanding Saturdays off. The owner notes he was willing to grant the request, but brief recuperation after weekends caused delays.
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Birmingham Age-Herald
Bright Outlook at College Football Freshman Class
An athletic sophomore boasts about a bright college outlook as many new freshmen join the team. He notes the group includes numerous heavyweights, with scores of new fellows weighing at least 180 pounds.
Gossip and Marriage baited by Flattery
In a pointed exchange Miss Cayenne explains how a woman wed a fortune hunter. She says the bride pursued praise and attention until she ensnared a suitor she described as a shark.
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Miss Cayenne
Take Iron Says Doctor for Real Strength Like an Athlete
New York physician Dr Saver warns against secret tonics and narcotics. True strength comes from proper food and iron in the blood. By correcting iron deficiency, patients often relieve dyspepsia and liver ailments and restore energy in ten to fourteen days.
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New York
N. Y
Dr. Saver
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Qailot
Jackson Robertson
Montgomery County
Cornell University
Ohio
Cres Geptes
Wisconsin
United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Castoria
Ail Drug
Richards Medicine Co
Sherman, Tex
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