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Newspaper
Butler Weekly Times
Location
Butler, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1902
Page
4
Notice announces subscription terms for Butler Weekly Times, listing price and delivery details. Includes address and postage information with a request for readers to remit $1.00 for a set term and weekly publication schedule.
A damaged OCR passage lists multiple Democratic ticket candidates with titles such as county clerk, treasurer, assessor, attorney general, and others. Names resemble A Patterson, A Lisle, A Silares, and J March, with references to districts and roles across a local election slate. The fragmentary text implies a ballot summary for a county or state race.
Unclear OCR text references Maloteen and Ro Diroeks with a 100000 stake at Thallie in Pesos. Reports hint at Mississippi board estimates of six million duciers in a dome project by water. Secretary Pemgison and Generals Hell and Shishente in Manila plan for a September sit for the United States.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe deaths and property losses across a river area. Mentions deaths in a tornado or disaster, multiple homes and boats capsized, riverfront houses damaged, and widespread water damage with numbers and locations not fully readable. No clear dates or names identifiable from the text.
An Armenian named William Casper was challenged by Captain Arvid Wester of the Swedish army after a dispute. Casper appeared at 5 o clock the next morning ready for combat but Wester did not arrive. Wester is reported to retire from the army.
Representative Sheldon is the fourth Michigan Republican congressman to be turned down as Republican papers refer to these defeats with gles noting all four opposed the President's Culmn policy of reciprocity. When those then opposed the trusts they were mirrored by the President, the tristened their representatives, and they weve been failing chick and fast, up eche: onenee.
A Colinhia Statesman version notes Missouri publicity aims and party focus. The letter discusses how Missourians emphasize achievements and control while keeping records, praising Republican efforts in the state.
The St. Louis Republic Editorial warns that Republicans face disaster in the upcoming Congressional elections. It says the Fifty seventh Congress betrayed the people by serving trusts and failing to act on their wishes, urging a party change grounded in its record and the public mood.
Hastinus Nebraska reports a violent hailstorm on July 21 damaging crops and livestock. Chunks of ice weighing up to a quarter pound fell for about five minutes, killing chickens and injuring young stock. Oats and corn lay beaten into the ground with severe losses anticipated.
A vintage Missouri political note accuses Republicans of flipping positions to back Democrats, praising a shift to a blanket ballot system after a Springfield compromise. It condemns party leaders for hypocrisy, citing school fund certificates and supreme court nominations. The piece mocks Republican consistency and questions constitutional legality.
The big Democratic convention in St Joseph produced a harmonious outcome with a rally atmosphere. A few dissidents led by Frank Walsh attempted disruption, but after his defeat for reelection to the district committee the convention rallied behind the platform. New state committee members were named from each congressional district with Will A. Rothwell elected chairman.
Ayer s Hair Vigor promises to revive rich dark color on gray hair and prevent shedding. It claims hair becomes heavy and long with use, and is available for $1.00 a bottle at all druggists.
Chicago July 20 The visit of William J Bryan to discuss the money question imperialism and trusts was noted by press. He argued that imperialism remains the national heart disease and that the money question persists with the Fowler bill and bimetallism. He dismissed Gates as urging currency expansion but said the core issues will be imperialism and trusts two years hence. E E Medimsey of Maryville Tribune chaired the Missouri Republican convention at Jefferson City and contrasted conservative Missouri with Kansas remarks.
A fragmented OCR list names multiple districts and officials across Missouri counties and cities including Jefferson City St Louis Sedalia and St. Charles with numerous last names and partial titles. The text appears to catalog district assignments from Ninth to Fifteenth with individuals such as J H W Edwards Kee Edward and P A Shaw in various counties.
The Board of Commissioners of State Hospital No. 4 at Farmington Missouri met at the Laclede Hotel to close contracts and approve the bond of George E Matthews of West Plain. Contracts for a fireproof disturbance ward building storehouse and refrigeration building totaled 4247 2 82. The new institution nears completion and will likely open next month under the cottage plan with modern features. Board members include Hon. J O Allen president Hon F M Wells secretary Judge Jones FP Green and TL Tohensehild.
The Mexico Missouri murder trial of Clarence Barnes opened with a self defense claim. The state contends Barnes shot first during the killing of Representative Rhodes Clay. Barnes defense argues Clay was drinking and the aggressor, with witnesses testifying to Barnes's good reputation.
An old advertisement warns that overworking the kidneys poisons blood and causes pains, heart racing and rheumatic symptoms. It touts Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a superior remedy with samples and pamphlets offered by mail from Binghamton NY.
An ad praises calisthenics for healthy women and warns it can harm those with diseases of the sex. It extols Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription to treat womanly illnesses, stop drains, heal inflammation, and restore strength. A testimonial from Mrs George A Strong describes relief after using multiple Pierce products. It also notes Pleasant Pellets aid bowel regularity and warns against other laxatives with Pierce medicines.
Paul Morton first vice president of Santa Fe predicts a record national corn yield. He estimates total U S production at 2.5 billion bushels, saying railroads in the West will handle increased trade. He based his forecast on surveys, inspections, and agency reports.
Atoka July 10 Marshal John McMurtry with J T Hosmer arrested Tames Reeves east of String town I T near the murder scene of three persons. Reeves confessed saying his home was ruined by Knockles and that a man who wrecked a home had no right to live. He claimed Knockles had a wagon pulled aside for the killings and that he shot Mrs Grant by accident.
A Washington Post report clarifies Senator Vest of Missouri is not blind. His health is improving, with a better appetite and sleep, and his eyesight has grown better as his general condition improves. He plans to return to Missouri in autumn and spend time at the seashore while continuing senatorial duties.
Alfred M. Fenton, a wealthy Rushville farmer, was shot by Mark Dunn at 11 pm while in a buggy. Dunn fled after eluding a pursuing officer and armed himself with a shotgun, fatally wounding Fenton who died at 2:10 am. The incident, described as unprovoked, occurred on the town street.
Frank White a wealthy planter south of Hopkinsville Kentucky was shot in the side while returning from a Tennessee picnic. He died minutes later. A coroner s jury ruled death by an unknown shooter amid a longstanding neighborhood feud. His brother John White claimed the shooting occurred during an ambush and accused a boy named Knight of the crime but Knight had an alibi. White s coat bore powder burns and the ball pierced his heart. Some believe John White killed his brother by mistake. Also noted is the Crescent Hotel Eureka Springs opening an all year resort under Frisco System management after extensive renovations.
Sheriff Carpenter arrests a man described as Bossie Francis, wanted in Warrensburg Missouri for assault and murder. The suspect, held for identification, escaped last August with bloodhounds and officers. Missouri authorities are being contacted for arrival and transfer.
An ad extols Electric Bitters as a universal tonic that cures kidney and liver troubles stomach disorders nervousness and sleep issues. It claims to purify the blood tone the stomach regulate bowels and invigorate nerves with malaria relief satisfaction guaranteed by H L Tucker offered at 560 cents.
In Okarche Oklahoma on July 18 Dr. H G Greenland and Benjamin Bearman dueled in a local saloon. Greenland was shot through the heart and died instantly while Bearman was shot in the head but survived. They entered the saloon together and fired simultaneously.
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