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Newspaper
Butler Weekly Times
Location
Butler, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1903
Page
8
Attorney B F Jeter files legal action in Butler Missouri against H E Nichols. The suit concerns undisclosed matters addressed to the court seeking relief. Proceedings indicate filing and service steps forthcoming in county records.
An editorial note emphasizes that it will always be subject to verification, ensuring relief from all concerns about safety and oversight. It frames verification as a protective measure and underlines ongoing responsibility to safeguard the process.
Bates National Bank invites business. Church children’s day planned next Sunday with program. Reception for Mrs C H Conger of Columbia Mo. at Mrs Edwards home. visitors include Mrs J P Edwards and Mrs M S Horn. Renewals from Mrs H Carter of Omega Okla praised The Times as essential. Descriptions of large powder blast near Versailles. P O disclosures loom with political taint alleged. Child injured by horse near town. recovering. Road remarks and road work praised by officials. Renewal from Mr Ellis noted. Roosevelt naval policy discussed. Senior literature class photo in Hardin College noted. Miss Lukie Bradley reemployed in Sheridan Wy. Weather and farming conditions in Rich Hill Missouri. worsening crop prospects. Political shifts in Missouri Republican circle. Chas F Busche resigns. W H Hahn appointed interim. Sheriff Koch life saved by white prisoner tip about prison plot. Domestic vignette about child misbehavior and social comparison ending with moral.
Directors of the Farmers Bank of Bates County held their semi annual meeting on a June Monday in 1903. George W. Newberry was elected Cashier to fill the vacancy caused by E. D. Kipp's resignation. The bank reported strong earnings and declared a four percent dividend with additions to surplus and tax reserves. Board members present included E. A. Bennett, A. L. McBride, Judge Clark Wix, Joseph M. McKibben, D. A. Heinlein, J. J. McKee, E. D. Kipp, W. B. Tyler, J. W. Choate, Geo W Newberry and W. F. Duvall.
County court and Bates county township assessors met June 2 1905 to set assessment rules. Real estate and most personal property valued at 40 percent of cash value hogs and money related items at 60 percent. A list of present assessors included Yates Argenbricht Cook Gage Romine Krinn Winn Miller Requa Wolfe Deweese Pleas ant Hartwell with Wixx and Krissy as chair and secretary.
Eagle Ohio June 4 and 5 centennial event marks one hundredth anniversary of Tent United Presbyterian church one mile east of Colfax and a half mile south of the pike guest Hon D W Brown of Butler Missouri and ex Clerk W B Henry host on North High street Brown to deliver an address reviewing church history up to 1860 from its 1903 organization.
Lee Culver advertises musical merchandise including strings and repairs, plus the cheapest new and second hand furniture and stoves in Butler. Gasoline stoves, beds, iron beds, commodes, and gasoline ovens are priced to attract customers with low, division-friendly profits and a customer-friendly approach. He notes wet weather affecting rival trade and invites Missouri residents to visit.
Missouri Pacific announces tickets on sale for multiple locations including St. Louis Baltimore Sedalia Detroit Rich Hill and Jefferson City with dates in June July and August. Fares include one fare plus 2.00 round trip to Baltimore and one fare plus 50 cents for local 200 mile trips with various sale dates and limited returns. H B Spanks agent.
Virginia items recount a rain impact on crops and social events. A postal card from Wm Hardinger notes last Sunday’s rain. Upcoming: Children’s Day June 14 at 10am, a road meeting June 6 at 3pm, Elder Coffee to speak at the Christian church. A wedding mention and local gossip about Charlotte township appear, urging fair credit for those involved.
Dr G G Green of Woodbury New Jersey offers a new Gir man Syrup and August Flower Pus ales puzzle mailed for a two cent stamp. The device is wood and glass and is marketed as amusing and perplexing for all ages. Mention the paper when requesting.
Public health ad urges readers to test kidney health with a simple at home bottle method. Promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for kidney, liver and bladder issues and promises relief from pain and frequent urination. Advertises sample bottle and book, with pricing and mailing details.
The community reports heavy corn planting rain delays, sick reports from Dr. Berry of Johnstown, and guests of the Kash family from Kentucky. Local teachers head to Blair town after a three month normal, a fishing trip at North Deepwater ends with a rescue, and social gatherings feature strawberries and ice cream. Missouri editor plans a St Louis Post Dispatch human interest series to travel statewide for publication and preservation.
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