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Newspaper
Jackson Herald
Location
Jackson, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1908
Page
4
Jackson Missouri December U1 10s Official organ of Cape Girardeau County Court appears in post office listings. Fragmentary text mentions November 4 1607 and a monetary amount but details are unreadable.
A beacon of party loyalty and strategy, the piece urges honest ballots, highlights deputy appointments by Sheriff Schade and Hadhey, and notes Missouri’s Republican strength. It cites 1908 votes for Hadley and Taft, calls for fraud prevention, predicts a 1910 win, and supports a constitutional convention to fit Missouri’s growth.
At noon on January 6 the Missouri legislature will convene and Governor Hadley will be sworn in January 11. The legislature will meet in joint session on January 1 to ballot an United States senator.
Captain Frank M. Rumbeld appointed adjutant general by Hadley. A long time St. Louis citizen over forty years. Described as a good man for the post and a Democrat in politics.
Swanger named state bank examiner Wilder appointed state beer inspector Tarleton to run game and fish commission Gmelieh counted out as lieutenant governor Will appoint State Insurance Commissioner through governing body.
A report notes the Herald of a word literary and debating society established in many county districts. The piece invites interest in joining and contributing to local discussions and debates.
In a political appeal the author argues that athletics cannot replace mind culture and predicts Republicans can win a legislature majority in two years, enabling a United States Senator. The campaign includes electing Supreme Court members, a Railroad and Warehouse Commissioner, the State Superintendent of Schools, and a majority of the congressional delegation, with calls for harmony, hard work, and a larger, better Missouri. It ends by promoting the Daily Globe-Democrat’s subscription rates and urging readers to order or request a free sample.
A town rests on mutual improvement and business ties among locals. Merchants should patronize home suppliers, from bakers to tailors, hardware and blacksmiths. Without local patronage the town declines, and Sears Roebuck cannot build it up unless residents change their ways or suffer losses.
Painter was nominated for lieutenant governor with aid from the same influences that backed Cowherd for Governor. He now seeks the title, backed by the same hands. Honest Democrats and Republicans alike want a fair legal count to determine the winner, with no partisan advantage in the contest.
Land near Liberty Texas offering 1805 acres ten miles north with timber line and prairie, railway access, suitable for crops and timber, priced at 1000 dollars per acre. Also a 74 acre tract ten miles east of Liberty, black prairie land near the railroad, priced at 1500 dollars per acre. Apply at this office.
Warrants issued for various road and court costs including T. V. Morgan $75, Nagel $25, Landgraf $15, Wills $30, Kuss $50. Court adjudged Miller Allen insane and sent to state hospital. Special commissioner reports and road funds totaling $2992.35 approved. county revenue, road, pauper funds listed. quarterly fees report approved.
Notice states the Peoples National Bank of Jackson Missouri will hold the annual election of seven directors in the bank office on Tuesday January 10 with polls open from 9 to 3. Father William Paar serves as cashier.
A sheriff's sale is ordered under transcript executions issued by Cape Girardeau County Circuit Court. The proceedings involve Charles Meyers and Frederick Strauss against Carl Jungers and Daniel Maurer, and James Thompson & Bro. against Carl Jungers and Daniel Maurer, with five acres in Outlot 15 described as the south half.
The document describes a five acre tract seized and levied upon, beginning at the northwest corner of Outlet No 45 and tracing bearings north west corner to south 74 degrees west 5.33 chains then south 52 degrees 40 minutes east 9.38 chains, etc. It notes the parcel was acquired by Carl Jungers per two deeds of record in Book 82 page 49 and Book 43 page 11 of the county land records and will proceed to further action.
In Cape Girardeau County Missouri the south court house door will sell at public auction for cash to the highest bidder between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm on the day, to satisfy the execution and costs. Bernhard Gockel, Sheriff, Jackson, Missouri, December 2, 1908.
Sheriff Bernhard Gockel to sell at public vendue on January 9 1909 the Lots 9 10 11 12 in Block 4 Allenville Cape Girardeau County Missouri including a butcher shop and two story store building to satisfy a note and costs under a deed of trust default by Henry Horman and wife.
The piece argues that a girl raised to earn her own living gains financial savvy and resilience, benefiting both herself and her future husband. It notes a wife can manage household funds, support children if needed, and earn some income, while also urging mothers to teach cooking, sewing, and domestic tasks. It discusses fireless cookers vs home methods, noting home-made options are cheaper and practical.
Miss Lizzie Hanszen of Jefferson City receives a distinct promotion to head the Gulf Refining Company's interests in the Caddo field valued at $1000 while remaining assistant to General Manager Markham of Beaumont. She returns from Shreveport after inspecting oil wells and Mooringsport fields, declining interview. Hanszen has long been with Gulf interests and is praised as a leading Southern businesswoman.
The speaker notes the Italian criminologist Lombroso’s daughter will come to study prisons in the country. They express relief she will not study society and warn to keep her away from Kansas for now, implying concern about local reform or conditions.
A large cross section of women urged full suffrage at a constitutional convention hearing, backed by a petition of 175,000 signatures. Michigan becomes the fifth state to grant women tax suffrage, aligning with others that allow voting rights on tax status.
Mrs Mary A Lamont is the sole railroad switch woman in New England. She recently threw the switch linking the Boston and Albany main line to the new Jamesville Webster Junction track. Lamont handles all railroad telegrams at her station and tends the switches.
Miss Anna Barrows, a domestic science teacher, reports progress from her classroom activities. The item notes student work and local school updates without sensational detail.
Editorial urges Paris and the German Empire to bar nude performances and arrest immoral women who set a bad example for youth. It also calls for stronger protections for young girls in Southeast Missouri, asserting pure manhood and womanhood fortify the nation.
The article describes using two large back pillows to support softer ones on a divan, with extra soft cushions piled for comfort. It notes the wall distance, suggests fabric coverings, edging with a heavy cord, and adds a third pillow if the divan touches walls to create a framed look.
A correction to last week’s Butter Scotch pie recipe lowers brown sugar from four pounds to one and a half pounds. The notice emphasizes a serious misstatement and provides the corrected quantity for proper sweetness.
A simple recipe entry lists ingredients for Mrs Amelia Scudders doughnuts. It includes 1 egg Loup milk 1 cup sugar 2 pints flour 1 teaspoon butter 3 teaspoon baking powder and frying in hot lard.
Earn 36.00 per week or 40 percent profit with free samples and catalogue. We seek one permanent agent in this locality for the largest picture and frame house in America. No experience needed. We supply sales instructions and capital. Write FRANK W. WILLIAMS COMPANY 1214 W Taylor St Chicago Tl for particulars catalogue and samples.
A fragment notes a call to subscribe to the Herald with a pointed remark about choices. It implies urging readers to support the paper, suggesting consequences of not subscribing. No clear people or places are identified in the readable text.
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