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Newspaper
Hayti Herald
Location
Hayti, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1914
Page
1
A long local option struggle in Pemiscot County is aired with editorials denouncing self serving tactics and praising voters for independence. The piece attacks J S Wahl and others, defends Caruthersville wet status, and recalls 1910 local option debates, urging government licensing over prohibition and highlighting legal actions and bondsmen.
A humorous anecdote recounts a drummer who tried to deny a worthless check arrest in Marston. He was actually taken from a Lilbourn train for drunkenness, then visited Marston to confront officials, while a bank cashier who deposited the check and sent it to Hayti twice exposed the deception and demanded payment.
In Pemiscot County area the famed quick-change artist Chameleon N. Walker is described as a master of deception who taunts voters across parties. He criticizes President elect Wilson’s stance, claiming Republicans will still eat at their table while Democrats get soup.
Last Saturday afternoon the Turncoat hit the streets with Fr. Allen, mayor and county official, among the first to obtain a copy. The piece portrays Allen as a constant street lounger whose income and family support are subjects of speculation.
Tom Lewis of Braggadocia was seen on the streets on Mriday according to local witnesses, with bystanders noting his recognizable presence and activity in the area.
D J Sorrell issues posters inviting all to a July 4 barbecue at his home with promises of a good time. In a campaign year candidates are expected to attend and deliver speeches. A dancing floor will be set up and arrangements ensure pleasure and pastime.
Miss Annie Gregory of Concord who had been visiting her father at Barlow Kentucky returned home a few days ago. John Bay Hon A L Oliver Bill Styles and Dr Phipps were over from Caruthersville Saturday night.
Suits totaling 102000 for libel were filed against C N Walker editor of The Critic a socialist paper circulated as Anderson Critic. The action cites June 5 inflammatory article linking J S Wahl and F J Cunningham to Pemiscot County Bank bond failure and seeks 50000 each for libel with 1000 each punitive damages while noting other pending actions.
Blytheville switch engine workers face a layoff while seniority reshuffles take effect. Johnny Wright may bump old hands, but plans to rest first. A boy, J L 111 Dorris II, survived a cholera morbus scare after urgent medical care. A fishing party including Judge McElwain and others enjoyed Wolf Bayou. Pete Sanders advertises a barbecue supper and dance at Averill farm on Friday the 19th. A party formed to back bond payments to prevent county losses, noting large sums already paid and ongoing court suits for additional funds.
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