Courage and public money waste in Missouri road fight
A column contrasts Arthur Hammerstein’s courage with public indignation over Governor Hyde's call for a special Missouri legislature session. It criticizes the push to issue 60 million dollars in road bonds, warns of political blunders, and predicts defeat of any flawed highway plan at the polls.
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Arthur Hammerstein
Arthur
London
Confucius
Socrates
Galileo
Missouri
Hyde
Bacon
Lloyd
Senate
Ralph
St. Louis
Jefferson City Bridge Bonds Guaranteed by Illinois Traction Co
Bonds dated July 1 1921 due July 1 1926 secured by mortgage on all property of the Jefferson City Bridge and Transit Company subject to 78000 indebtness. Guaranteed unconditionally by Illinois Traction Company which controls utilities in eight Illinois towns and over 500 miles of interurban rail. Bonds available at 101 E High Street with attached coupon for subscription.
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Jefferson City Bridge & Transit Company
Jefferson City
Jefferson City Bridge & Transit Co
Illinois Traction Company
Ilinois Traction Company
Illinois
Iowa
Missouri
Kansas
Nebraska
High Street
Kilby
Victoria's assailant dies at Broadmoor London
An 1882 would be assassin of Queen Victoria, Roderick McLean, dies in Broadmoor asylum after decades in confinement. The article recalls multiple failed attempts on the queen's life, most by cranks, including Oxford and others, noting no political motive and Victoria's calm response.
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Roderick McLean
Victoria
Broadmoor Asylum
London
Windsor
Princess Beatrice
Windsor Station
MacLean
Garfield
Guiteau
The
Star
McLean
Beatrice
John Brown
Edward Oxford
the Star
John Francis
McLean's Attempt Fails Against Previous Case Standard
Only one case existed before McLean's attempt where the would-be assassin faced severe punishment, aligning with strict standards deemed just by most authorities.
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McLean
Quotable lines from famous figures echo social beats
A collection of aphorisms and quotes spans figures like John D. Rockefeller Jr Percy Hammond Harold MacGrath and Mary Hamilton. Notable remarks touch on judging by appearance the knee as a joint and views on marriage and belief in rumors. The voice includes Edison and others as cultural snapshots.
Don’t Play Cross Always Walk to the Corner
A public safety advisory urges pedestrians to avoid crossing at intersections and instead use designated corners for safer streetward movement. Officials stress observing signals and remaining visible to drivers to reduce accidents.
Witty exchange over ten commandments phrasing
A reserved clergyman tries to spark talk with his partner by joking about the tenth commandment wording. The woman answers with a calm, pointed remark about social order, leaving the table in a quiet, awkward pause. Read the Democrat-Tribune.
Spiritual Training Showdown Across a Ouija Board
A quirky exchange features a pastor questioning a child about spiritual training while the child humorously blames his mother for using an ouija board to discipline him. The dialogue highlights family dynamics and lighthearted religious play.
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Jimmie
Beauty specialists offer permanent blush for evening wear
A new permanent blush product is now available from beauty specialists. Marketed as the perfect accompaniment to the evening gowns seen recently, it promises lasting color to coordinate with formal attire.
Higgins and Wife Split Cigar Savings for a Gold Case
A fragmentary exchange shows Higgins saying his wife induced him to quit smoking to save his cigar money. He claims she spent the saved hundred dollars on herself a gold cigarette case, highlighting a domestic dispute over funds and spending.
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Higgins
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