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Newspaper
Hayti Herald
Location
Hayti, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1916
Page
2
A reader warns Hayti council to enact and enforce a traffic ordinance to prevent imminent accidents. The letter cites dense automobile congestion from Hayti Caruthersville and surrounding areas, random parking, lack of signals at crossings, and cars stopped on both sides with poor lighting at night.
An editorial urges stricter driving age rules saying babies should not steer cars and mature drivers can be dangerous. It calls on the city council to pass an ordinance to protect lives and property, noting drivers often speed more than intent to cause damage.
The editor asks readers to send news about visitors births deaths and other noteworthy events. The piece then discusses the new revenue bill repealing stamp taxes on notes and deeds, raising income taxes, taxing large inheritances and munition profits, with $200 million extra revenue. It mentions protective duties on dye stuffs and tariffs after the war, praising Wilson administration. It notes John Swanger opposing statewide prohibition in St Louis and courting brewery support, while Shupp and Jones back Pussyfoot John for governor. The temperance audience plans to reject Shupp and Jones guidance.
The Hughes record of opposition to the income tax and the election of United States Senators by the people has damaged the Republican lenders. They had overlooked these weak points in the Hughes record and his veto of the passenger file passed by the New York Legislature. Discoveries have drained vitality from the campaign at its inception and it will not recover to gain ground.
The surplus for the year ending July 1, 1916, reached 177 million dollars. The article notes no large rise in the income tax, with every cent paid by those able to bear it. It argues oil of supporters oppose the income tax amendment and would repeal the tax, shifting the burden to the masses, calling a vote for Higkes a vote to pursue that policy and justify his defeat in November.
The Republican members of the House voted for a Democratic revenue bill repealing stamp taxes. The Wilson administration legislation has seen broad GOP support in both houses, though the Hughes campaign continues to denounce Wilson’s actions. The public resists hammering Wilson’s work and remains cautious despite opposition.
The piece mocks Republican organs led by the Globe Democrat for decrying war with Mexico then fearing no war, calling their lines inconsistent. It labels current claims as campaign lies and urges Democratic voters to follow their sentiments and resist last minute scare stories.
Questioning the claim that prosperity hinges on a high protective tariff and a Republican administration, the text asks if the boast has been discarded or superficially kept, implying skepticism about party-driven economic guarantees.
The letter thanks Captain Everett Reeves of Missouri's dth Regiment based in Laredo for a rain bringing relief to camp life. It notes preparations for emergencies, vaccination soreness, and appreciation for the Herald. It mentions Ieeland Flour exclusive at Averill's Stone and N. Brasher at the IL T. Simpon Soda Shop visiting Kattiwa, Ky.
Lefler's Drug Store advertises Columbia dry cell batteries available for sale. The notice highlights convenient location and stock for customers needing common sizes.
The family expresses gratitude to friends for kindness and sympathy shown during the illness and passing of Charles Lee Clark, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clark.
Mrs Anne Thames departed for an extended visit with her sister and other relatives in Gilbertsville Kentucky.
An old advertisement touts a so called constitutional cure sold by Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio. It promises to cure a wide range of ailments including constitutional disorders and mucous issues with a direct tonic and “family pills” for constipation. The notice claims a $100 prize if it fails to cure and directs readers to mail for circulars and fundamentals.
An old advertorial claims calomel harms the liver and causes sickness and salivation. It promotes Dodson’s Liver Tone as a safe, “harmless” alternative with a money back guarantee, urging readers to switch from calomel to this herbal remedy for improved digestion, energy, and regular bowels.
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