22 Feb 1890
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Newspaper
Chillicothe Morning Constitution
Location
Chillicothe, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1890
Page
1
The Chicago Tribune notes Illinois corn crop costs exceed potential receipts by about 10000, while the tariff remains and the Blaine-Harrison Administration pledges a home market for farmers' products.
The Gallatin Democrat this week lists candidates for county offices including four for county clerk, one for clerk, three for recorder, four for sheriff, three for treasurer, three for prosecuting attorney, and one for county court judge.
A reader announces his bid for office but the paper states only paid space supports political columns. The note praises the individual as efficient but money must back the contribution like any advertisement.
Editor writings on Missouri politics are derided as empty. The Lexington Intelligencer claims moss backism is rare in Missouri and notes the most illiquid counties in the state lean Republican.
Campaign year details list state officers to elect next Now Judge of Supreme Court State Treasurer Superintendent of Public Schools Railroad Commissioner From this congressional district we elect Congressman In Livingston county this fall we will elect Representative Sheriff Recorder Circuit Clerk County Clerk Treasurer Prosecution Attorney Probate Judge Presiding Judge of County Court Associate Judge Eastern District Associate Judge Western District
A public urging to extend Chillicothe city limits into Gravesville cites about one hundred dwellings within three blocks of the corporation line. Supporters argue it would add 600 to 700 residents and taxable wealth, similar to Kansas City, and should cover south of block five toward the water works.
Mary Pringle and Ben Rea are highlighted for their aid to Dakota sufferers. The note praises the two and lists contributions from nearby towns: Braymer 116.65 dollars, Polo flour 800, beans 3.20, bacon 2.75, cash 7.00, Ludlow 16.00, Cowgill 100.00. Polo plans to load a car by next Wednesday.
Texas's Mills argues government overreach harms liberty and opposes the fair while Massachusetts's Morse criticizes the costly bond plan and favors funding river and harbor projects instead. They urge restraint and question the fair's economic wisdom, seeing it as a private business venture.
N. Swetland and Co advertise Shiloh’s Cure claims and announce the purchase of Dick Smith’s meat market across the Washington bridge. The standwill operate daily from 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. promising the best meats.
An advertisement proclaims Shilob's Cure will immediately relieve croup whooping cough and bronchitis and lists N. J. Swetland & Co. as the sellers.
The annual Kansas Republican State League meeting in Representative Hall drew over 200 delegates from across the state. Officers were elected by acclamation including J. M. Miller as president and Arthur Capper as secretary. Delegates and alternates from six districts were named and resolutions endorsed the 1888 platforms, indorse Harrison and Governor Humphrey, favor free coinage of silver, sugar tariff removal, and a $6,000,000 Galveston harbor bill.
President Harrison formally opened the Carnegie free library of Allegheny City after a morning visit to mills and a public reception at the court house. Carnegie presented the building key to Mayor Pearson as the Mozart Society provided the program.
State mine inspector’s official report on the Alma Company mine notes at least five coal veins totaling nearly thirteen feet. The active vein at 1,885 feet depth averages fifty four inches and may reach six feet. it is described as first class anthracite and superior to Pennsylvanian anthracite.
An 19th century advertisement touts Buckien Arnica Salve as best for cuts bruises ulcers rashes sores chapped skin and piles. It promises full refunds if not satisfied and lists N J Swetland & Co as the sellers at 25 cents per box.
Carpent er and Starkey offer remaining overcoats at a sharp discount in a late season sale. Clean, durable styles available at 263 tf, while supplies last.
The 1889 Chicago and Alton Railroad report argues for national ownership of inter state lines. It outlines buying railroads by eminent domain or purchase and funding with government bonds, plus a National Railroad Directors board and protected employment after one year of service.
In Axorica Missouri seven miles northwest of town a charivari party at Rev M J Wilsons home for Effie Wilson and Harry Fink turned tragic when Charles Doss fired a gun loaded with a chewed paper wad. The wad shot through plastering and hit the bride in the back, seriously wounding her. Doss fled. a warrant stands for arrest.
Martin Wilkes known as the Polish King was jailed in Wilkes-Barre on $2,000 bond for later criminal court appearance after leading a church riot in Plymouth. His followers forced entry at Rev. Father Szimorski’s parsonage, were repelled by a revolver, and dispersed.
Amy C. Fowler of Kansas City Missouri, who gave up wealth and social position to aid lepers at Molokai, was seen at Union Depot this morning en route to Honolulu.
A guaranteed quick cure for hacking coughs is advertised as Shiloh's cure offered by N. J. in the notice.
For rent notice shows Downey House hotel available with possession set for March first. Signed by H Wallbrunn.
D&w tf Jonas & Son advertises a sale on assorted warranted shoes priced at two dollars each.
The Missouri Republican League adjourned with M G Reynolds of St. Louis as president and a full slate of vice presidents treasurer and secretary. Congressional district executive committees named, delegates to the National convention listed, Sedalia chosen for next convention, with Dawes of St. Joseph and T H Phillips of Moberly as delegates. resolutions endorse Republican policy.
Cure claim for catarrh with Shilohs Catarrh Remedy offered at 50 cents. Sealed inhaler device claimed. Sold by N. J. Swevland & Co.
A brief notice touts Cal Orr as a go to source for a quality smoke. The line suggests trust in Orr for reliable tobacco products or related items. No further context or details are provided.
In Kansas City the Chillicothe contingent was ignored by the Republican League convention despite a strong local case for prominence. Nelson Crews, a young colored orator, nominated Rev. T. H. Phillips of the Moberly Optic, with cheers as the convention approved his nomination to Nashville for the national League Clubs gathering. Crede Jones and Alex Winfrey returned unharmed aside from a noted missive in yesterday’s issue. Hibbard's Rheumatic and Liver Pills are promoted with testimonials from Io wa and Sigourney, Iowa, via N. J. Svetlund & Co.
Two dwelling houses near the square offered for rent or sale. One house has three rooms and the other four rooms. Apply to U. T. Greene, agent.
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