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Newspaper
Hayti Herald
Location
Hayti, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1909
Page
2
The Hayti Herald, edited by William York, is praised for driving town improvement and unity. Readers note the editor’s tireless, outspoken stance and the paper’s role in shaping civic life, while critics concede occasional sharp commentary.
A historical reflection explains editors must weigh both sides before speaking and stand behind their words. It urges writers to publish under their own name or keep silent, noting editors carry responsibility and may reflect readers’ opinions in their publications.
A summer note urges a citywide cleanup as weeds spread and privies and outbuildings foul. It calls for a universal order to be printed and delivered to every resident, with the marshal tasked to enforce and ensure compliance.
A call to compel property owners to remove noxious weeds, stressing health benefits and dampness reduction. The editorial urges action by men and, if needed, women, to prevent weeds from seeding and polluting the air for the coming year.
The passage mocks a saying about catching flies with molasses and vinegar. It notes we lack molasses and were not born on the emolasses planet. It speaks to bait and barter in a blunt, cautionary tone about men who need coaxing, implying they overreact and show their teeth when pressed.
The city council pursues a hog law that critics may condemn now but proponents expect praise after a year of testing. Supporters believe those opposed will become allies once the law proves its merits and the council earns public approval.
A new Georgia legislature proposal seeks to ban women from riding astride. The rhetoric suggests further bills may address dress and gendered attire debates, reflecting ongoing tensions over women’s public appearance and behavior.
Malden moves to conduct a census to determine if two Dunklin County towns will each have an independent vote on the local option question. The plan aims to reflect distinct community voices in the final tally.
Hayti Camp No 9507 meets Fridays at Masonic hall led by L Davidson and J T Buckleley. Fra lodge No 352 meets Saturdays at Odd Fellow hall with PS Ravenstein as secretary. Hayti chapter 217 meets 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at Masonic hall with ADA Juden and Wm Ving as officers. Hayti lodge 2717 meets 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at Masonic hall, REASONER as Protector and ANNA DUNKLIN as secretary. Hayti lodge 571 meets 1st and 3rd Thursdays at Masonic hall with P A Dow as W M and BayLeEss L. Gurry as secretary. W.O. Pacan camp 273 meets 2nd and 4th Mondays at Odd Fellow hall with MorGcas Worrh as C C and Mayes as clerk. Odd Fellow hall hosts Jat and 3rd Mondays with Mrs A Dons as guardian and Mrs Jessie Doris as clerk. Hayti council 693 meets 2nd and 4th Thursdays at Odd Fellow hall with A T Huson as president and H M Ransburgh as secretary. Wakarusa Tribe 171 meets every Tuesday at Odd Fellow hall with Amos HarrMAN as Sachem and A O Allen as chief of records.
Church notices list preaching on the third and fourth Sundays at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. Epworth League each Sunday at 7 p.m. Prayer meeting Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Public invited. Pastor T. G. Faun. Also Church of Christ services at city hall on the first and fourth Sundays in afternoons and nights by Elder W. A. Burke.
The notice outlines post office hours during the week and on Sundays. Weekdays operate from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. with lobby hours from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sundays open from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with some entries showing 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. lobby hours.
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