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Newspaper
Democrat Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1921
Page
2
President Harding makes pilgrimage to Plymouth Rock in Plymouth Massachusetts to observe the hundredth anniversary of the Pilgrims arrival. The Mayflower entered the harbor at 9 10 a m escorted by three destroyers and battleship.
The Knights of Columbus announce a large Labor Day picnic at McClung State Park on September 5. An executive committee led by Dr. J P Porth and many named chairmen will form and appoint members for each committee, coordinating Purchasing Supplies, Publicity, Tickets, Prizes, Barbecue, Dining Room, Kitchen, and more.
United Press reports Dublin August 1 that the Irish Question is settled awaiting formal announcement. De Valera and cabinet reportedly accepted Britain’s enlarged offer making Ireland a Republic in all but name. Ulster’s position is said to be settled by permitting a subordinate parliament until terms can be arranged.
Seasonal cottages available for camping parties located near the park road. Cedar canoes and steel boats for hire with excellent bathing facilities. Daily round trip fare 25c for adults, 15c for children. car line pickup each afternoon. Phone 4 W. 5-19 with Tote for the Soldier Bonus.
Washington reports Dick Jervais, a White House security man, traveled to New Hampshire to arrange lodging for the presidential party staff. He called a farmer about a farm two miles from Weeks residence, only to be told no Weeks family lives there and that Weeks is said to hold a political post in Washington.
A special election on August 2 1921 will vote on four propositions including a plan to issue 15 million dollars in bonds to pay ten dollars a month to Missouri ex service men and women with a maximum of 250 dollars. The appeal urges voters to support Proposition No 4 citing gratitude for veterans sacrifices and fulfilled promises.
A man known for a pricey paper and a large meat bill died while singing "Jesus paid it all." He reportedly never paid debts himself. He was buried in an asbestos casket as friends tossed palm leaf fans into his grave, suggesting symbolic sendoff.
An ad claims Adlerika glycerine mixture with buchthorn bark cleanses the bowel and prevents appendicitis while easing gas and constipation. It notes instant relief and cites benefits seen by a doctor and patients, plus other assorted local notices and ads including a Dodge truck for sale and hospital discharge.
A Bishop warns against judging art and books by profit, citing a story of Little Samuel who bought goldfish that proved costly. The Washington Star attributed the tale to Montpelier Magnet. It then mentions a death at 56 years, describing a mild-mannered pirate who came in the night with another man's wife and joined a church after a seance, noting debts owed.
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