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Newspaper
Jackson Herald
Location
Jackson, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1908
Page
4
The Jackson Missouri newspaper page expresses local political opinion and campaign outlooks. It cites Republican expectations, Taft's stance, and upcoming political shifts while praising the Sikeston Hornet edition and Rolla Sharp Shooter predictions. It reflects community concerns over town growth, hotels, manufactories, and public projects as the year ends.
The article argues newspapers should inform simply and consider society's best interests. It notes a man named Jack Jones in Clay County and hints at forthcoming details about his case or actions.
A man declares he will sell out and relocate to Arkansas after criticizing state Republicans. His wife cautions him, quoting divine chastisement, while he says he would endure heavenly chastisement but not Republican chastisement. The piece also notes Dr. H Zeller's world census estimates Christians at 534.94 million and other faiths in various totals.
The editor warns not to state unproved facts, urging cautious reporting. A young reporter writes that a First Ward card party occurred last evening hosted by Mrs. Smith, wife of the reputed grocer John Smith, with festivities lasting until 11 30 p m.
The article lauds Walter B. Dickey Republican state chairman for guiding Missouri’s Taft Hadley campaign. It credits him with shifting the party from Allied support to backing Taft and Hadley, mobilizing the state for their nomination, and sustaining tireless effort through the 1912 election cycle.
The Missouri Republican Editorial Association executive committee met in St. Louis on December 1 and set the annual meeting for January 23 in Joplin, possibly extending to January 24. A notable program is anticipated with guests from other states, a banquet maybe underground, and social events in a city famed for mining. Single editors may need to bring partners.
The piece notes Missouri entering an era of prosperity, unshackled by Bourbon Democratic dominance. It credits recent Republican wins for breaking decades of Democratic control, signaling a public demand for better state policies and development.
The piece argues Missouri should advance regardless of party. It deems progressives unlikely to lead, praises Republicans for initiative, and urges Democrats to cooperate with Republicans to raise Missouri’s prosperity. It frames national leaders as Republicans driving progress, with some origin in Democrats but now aligned with reform and achievement.
A reader urged to evaluate party loyalty by noting successful Republicans in business law and farming, praising the Republican platform for patriotism and progress. It questions Democratic dominance and urges uniting behind the party that “wrested power from the old machine Democracy” to move Missouri forward.
Sam Vandivort of Jackson Missouri offers deed and abstract services to secure property ownership. Orders receive prompt attention with contact via phone number 50 for title deeds and abstracts.
Notice of annual election of seven directors to be held at the bank office in Jackson Missouri on Tuesday January 10 1909 polls open from 10 am to 4 pm cashier William Paar states the bank will conduct the meeting for stockholders with the election of directors as the agenda
A sheriff's sale is issued under a transcript general execution from Cape Girardeau County Circuit Court Missouri. It names John Devore against Adolph Anna Macke and directs return to the January term 1009, noting the sheriff as the issuing officer.
Bernhard Gockel sheriff will publicly auction on Tuesday January 5 1909 between 9 a m and 5 p m at the south front door of the court house Jackson Cape Girardeau Missouri the described real estate in Whitewater including 2 acres more or less and 56 73 acres in Section 8 Township 29 North Range 11 East to satisfy an execution and costs with mortgage to Bank of Whitewater for 108 00.
The Coker School correspondent shares holiday reflections on kindness and community spirit amid talk of smallpox cases on the route. Reporters note hunts by Steger Bros Peter Huber and Martin Lange in the Southern Swamps and urge readers to engage in education to polish young minds for brighter futures.
From Gampster School the editor notes some schools have replied to the proposed liberal proposition. The piece expresses hope for more responses in the future and suggests broad interest.
Tom Campster’s brick school house sits in a park on Bloomfield Gravel road near Cape Girardeau Co Missouri. Enrollment for the month 39 with 589 days attended and 299 20 average daily attendance. Students attending every day include Chas Blattner Albert Blattner Dale Crites Sophia Keller Arthur Job Burn Lewis Dennis Ross Tommy Roas. School closes December 24 for holidays and resumes January 4 1909. Mr G J Keller killed hogs and wishes teachers and pupils a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
In Cape Girardeau Circuit Court August term 1908 a judicial sale scheduled for January 5 1909 at the Jackson courthouse will auction a large Cape Girardeau County land tract. The property includes parts of sections 9 10 and 15 township 33 north range 13 east totaling about 89.24 acres. Purchases require cash. Sheriff of Cape Girardeau County conducts the sale.
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