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Newspaper
Butler Weekly Times
Location
Butler, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1900
Page
4
The Weexuty Times, issued each Thursday, can be mailed to any address for one year with postage prepaid at a price of one dollar.
The notice announces several candidates for County Treasurer including J H W Crawford of West Boone Township Pierce of Mt Pleasant Township Este Smith of Mingo Township and W H W Duke of Grand River Township and W O Jonson of Keage Township, all subject to the Democratic primary election in June 1900. The statements specify each candidate is authorized to announce their candidacy and are contingent upon the respective primary results.
Joe T. Smith of Mt Pleasant Township runs as a Democrat candidate for Sheriff in the upcoming primary election to be held in June 1900. D Sb Peeler of Hudson Township appears as another Democratic Sheriff candidate for the same June primary in Law.
A torn notice announces Osage county voting for Prosecuting Attorney with candidates Miles B Horn of Mt Pleasant Township Bruce Ludwick of Mt Pleasant Township and Jd A Silvers in a democratic primary set for June 2. The text garbled but indicates multiple contenders and a primary election date in June.
R F E Johnson of MC Pleasant township seeks County Surveyor in the Democratic primary. L L D Wimsatt of MC and township seeks Judge of the County Court from the northern district in the June 2 primary. G W Stith of Deepwater township is candidate for Judge of the County Court from the southern district in the June 2 primary.
The article predicts broad support for the Democratic Party this year with a substantial turnout and a large majority. It cites party unity and anticipated favorable margins in the upcoming elections.
Washington announces that the new two percent bond issue of $1000 will bear the likeness of Thomas H. Benton of Missouri. The designation ties Benton’s name to the federal bond issue and outlines the design choice for the currency issue.
W. J. Bryan argues an object lesson is needed and approves a platform plank demanding smashing trusts with consent of international agreement. He criticizes the administration's expansion policy as imperialism, noting the upcoming election.
Democratic leaders in Henry County urge Hon. C. Dickinson of Clinton to seek a primary bid for the legislature. Dickinson, a capable lawyer, is praised as a candidate who would make the county proud as a representative.
Clinton Tribune quotes Judge DeArmond criticizing sixth district platform authors for catering to trusts. The article notes the convention was run by federal employees who allegedly show indifference to the country, implying their jobs continue unaffected.
The Republican party will not present a plank endorsing an international money agreement this year as in 1896. The recently passed gold standard bill ends the ability to fool the people on the money question once more.
S W Jurden of Holden is the Republican nominee for Congress in the district. The Clinton Democrat predicts a defeat by three to five thousand and says he will not carry a county in the sixth district. Jurden is a banker and was chosen because Republicans want him to tap the bar.
Erving Winslow of Boston, secretary of the anti imperialist league, says 2 to 3 million voters will oppose the administration and back anti imperialism as a defined issue. He adds the party will not run an independent candidate and will accept a single platform that aligns on anti imperialism, despite opposing minor points. He claims the Porto Rican tariff fractures the Republican Party and anticipates further difficulties.
Miles Horn a skilled lawyer and democratic worker has chaired the county central committee for two years and is a candidate for prosecuting attorney. He ran credibly four years ago, then led majorities for the ticket, has long practice, and is described as genial, courteous, aggressive in pursuing justice, and capable of enforcing laws and prosecuting criminals.
Dr. Peeler, a Hudson township farmer and longtime county resident, is presented as an integrity filled, courteous Democrat who served as a Confederate soldier and later remained loyal to the union. The notice credits his qualifications, potential nomination strength, and broad Democrat support.
The Louisville News, long backing Governor Taylor, desert ed him last week over pardons issued to men who had not been arrested or tried.
Mr. Sheldon's concept drew public interest and earned profits but failed to meet newspaper standards, leaving readers and critics split on its journalistic value versus financial viability.
Prosperity has struck the Standard s Co with a bold dividend of twenty million dollars declared. The consumer pays the freight as the company signals strong earnings and market confidence.
A remark notes that 45,928,060.34 dollars spent on military forces in the Philippines illustrates government by force is costly, framing the expense as evidence for Americans about the burden of governing territories.
Brown and a slate of prominent Kentucky lawyers including Denny Breckenridge Sims Wilson were chosen to represent men jailed in the Goebel murder case. They plan early trial dates and will pursue habeas corpus in state and federal courts. In another matter, the Beckham Taylor governorship suit saw an amended Republican answer filed to perfect the record before appeals.
Pittsburg March 13 Carnegie Steel profits last year were 2] million dollars, disclosed by H(. Prisk and admitted by Andrew Carnegie. A manufacturer says the President may seek a pause in hostilities between Carnegie and Frick until after the election. It is claimed Carnegie ceased attacks on war policy by request and might consent to stay proceedings if Frick litigation continues.
Washington March 16 The House Judiciary Committee on trusts named a seven member panel to study how to curb trusts. Four Republicans and three Democrats, chaired by Ray of New York, will begin work soon but will not issue findings this session or before the November election. The panel includes Jenkins Overstreet Littlefield Terry Lanham Elliott, with DeArmond and Underwood omitted to avoid aggressive action against trusts. The GOP aims for an early adjournment as party unity falters over Porto Rico tariff and beet sugar issues, while McKinley seeks to manage the split and maintain harmony.
The report says McKinley has shifted to Hanna's view that a shorter session is best and adjournment should occur a week earlier than the Philadelphia convention. If Hanna's plan wins, Congress may adjourn by June 12 or shortly after.
Caleb Powers John Davis W H Colton and Harlan Whittaker were brought from Louisville to Frankfort under sheriff custody amid cheering crowds. Secretary Powers Captain Davis and Hazlin faced County Judge Moore. Hazlin released on 10000 bond. Governor Taylor prepares second appeal to President McKinley as Yerkes leads Danville Republicans in Washington plan.
In the circuit court of Bates county Missouri plaintiff J J Keeton files to partition real estate described as parts of sections 30 and 31 township 41 range 32 totaling about 150 acres. Kate Perkins alleged nonresident must answer by June 1 1900 or judgment by default. Publication in HotTime Weekly Times for four weeks prior to term. J P Thurman circuit clerk.
Ex congressman Finley, father of former Secretary of State Charles Finley, claims his son is not fleeing the state to dodge arrest. He says Charles has visited Republicans in Indianapolis, Lansing, and Washington to raise funds for Governor Taylor and seek help from congressmen for the Taylor fight.
The American Tobacco Company discharged its entire list of 600 employees. The factory at Fifty-second Street and the East River will move its plant to Richmond Virginia and to Baltimore Cincinnati and Lancaster Pennsylvania. Manager Gordon cited expenses saying labor is too expensive here and cheaper elsewhere.
Rokomo Ind March 15 Mr Lida Greycraft the largest in Indiana died suddenly at her home in Russiaville while playing dominoes with her husband John Greycraft She weighed about 550 pounds Her funeral arrangements include a larger casket due to her size She was a daughter of John Hunter of Middle Fork in a family known for large build.
Washington reports a cable from General Davis commanding the Department of Puerto Rico says the island’s inhabitants face distress and widespread suffering. He requests at least 500 tons of food weekly, with a ration mix of 4 7 and 2 7 and 1 14 portions of meat and condiments.
A plea for mothers to educate themselves about feminine health and menstruation. The article cites letters praising Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for easing pain and irregularities, noting benefits to young girls and improved well being for daughters.
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