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Newspaper
Jackson Herald
Location
Jackson, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1909
Page
4
Local Jackson Herald page fragment shows advertising notes and public notices. Mentions contacting hotline 142 for news, a slogan about Jackson’s population, and a preview of a hotel project. Includes generic appeals and ad prompts with no specific events or dates clear.
The bayou near the Herald office has been removed and with a bit more cleanup, the nearby area will be very presentable.
A local figure declares candidacy for county attorney, stating intent to run and lead the office. The announcement outlines aims to serve the county in the legal role and emphasizes commitment to public service and legal oversight.
The Milde brothers cleaned the alley bayou and urge citizens to address overflow vaults and decayed vegetation to remove the remaining odor. The town would gain one alley free of nuisances if everyone participates.
City Council unanimously passed a nuisance ordinance last Wednesday night. The measure targets decayed cab, barrels, or old chicken coops filling the air with stench and requires removal if proven a nuisance, urging cleanup around business places as August approaches.
A Jefferson City correspondent reports the Hadley administration plans a vast Republican political machine built to serve the people. The machine will replace the old Democratic system, crushing corruption and grinding out bad elements as loyal Republicans operate the lever and cranks to ensure public good. The process begins now, with some parts yet to be installed before full power is reached.
The prosecuting attorney urged the county to offer a $50 reward for Bill Cochran, anticipating Governor Hadley would propose $20. The county did not approve the reward. E F Regenhardt shows a strong chance for appointment as United States marshal of the Eastern District, a post presently held by W L Mersey of St Louis whose term ends next June.
Strayed from the undersigned farm near Millerville on June 16 a red muley cow eight years old, about 800 pounds, crop and split in left ear. Finder write or call J H Miller Millerville Mo.
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On June 21 1909 the Probate Court of Cape Girardeau Missouri appointed R A Hitt guardian of the person and estate of Grace Brown an insane person letters issued. All persons having claims against said estate must present them within one year from date of letters or within two years they will be barred.
A Virginia woman fears hotel food after leaving home but discovers spotless Chicago hotel kitchens. The ad extols Quaker Oats cleansing through fifty steps of processing with no human touch from field to bowl, urging daily breakfast. Three package sizes are advertised: 10c regular, 25c large family, and a premium china-inclusive family pack.
Fraoklin MacVeagh, Taft's treasury secretary, longtime Chicago grocer and civic figure, is portrayed as a steady, conservative political actor. A Yale and Columbia Law alumnus, he balanced business with public service roles including charities bureau and Municipal Art League, with prior Democratic shifts and a rare glimpse at real political ambition. Born in Chester County, Pa, he remains a prominent, well connected citizen.
A Seattle lawyer and former mayor of Seattle, Ballinger, is named by President Taft to lead the Interior Department, following efforts by James R. Garfield to reform the General Land Office. Ballinger, born 1858 in Boonesboro, studied at Washburn and Williams, practiced law, served as US commissioner, judge in Jefferson County, and authored a property law text.
A New England guest in a Western mining town overhears loud sounds from upstairs in a hotel. The clerk explains it is a prank with a spring bed in room five, where a visitor endures repeated springs like a shirt stud, as he jokes about needing to check on him.
Mr Oldboy, an antiquated bachelor, laments Miss DeYoung refusing him. His friend quips about a softened fate, but Oldboy bitterly notes she would not even be a granddaughter to him.
A fragment from the Catholic Standard presents Mrs Jigaley and Mrs Skandel debating telling a gossip story about Mrs Gal ley. Herbie ban interrupts with a quip as the pair express curiosity and restraint.
A traveler questions a landmark near a hilltop building with cupolas, later a school inspector visit prompts Johnny Smith to answer a coal arithmetic riddle. The scene hints at a suburban town with a female seminary and local education.
Mrs W L Gilpatrick of Pentershire recalls her mother’s 20 year dyspepsia battle. Doctors gave up but Electric Bitters revived her health, boosting digestion, sleep, and vitality. available at drug stores for 50 cents.
An appeal from G. C. Schulenberg of 418 S Hanover St Cape Girardeau seeking a widow or tidy farmer’s wife to correspond with for matrimony. He promises to provide a good home and stable domestic life.
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