This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 18 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Jackson Herald
Location
Jackson, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1904
Page
4
The Herald notes terms for OMG YOAPs and a three month period. The Republican Judicial convention will be held in Jefferson City on August 14.
Official notices announce F A Enge D A Nichols John E Comer and Bernhard Gockel as candidates for sheriff of Cape Girardeau county subject to the Republican primaries or convention as the central committee may elect
August Ude seeks the Republican path to county treasurer in Cape Girardeau. John G. Pitts also runs for treasurer, pledging alignment with the Republican party in the selection process.
J. P. Caldwell announces candidacy for re‑election to the office of county assessor, subject to the Republican primary or party convention.
Orren Wilson and Chas H. Daves announce candidacy for prosecuting attorney positions in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri, contingent on Republican primary processes and party convention outcomes. The notice signals competing bids within the party for the office.
For collector C L Grant runs with Wm Puar for constable Apple Creek township Bedwell seeks Apple Creek constable subject to the will of the voters in a local ticket.
A historical notice outlines J. F. McLain as a candidate for Surveyor of Cape Girardeau County. It notes the campaign casts doubt on the opponent and suggests voters should weigh such arguments carefully.
Republican delegates again convened in Springfield and expect a result on Monday or today naming a governor as the party factions press for a choice amid negotiations and partisan tension.
The Republican county central committee will hold a Saturday meeting. The St. Louis Republic has a slate for the state ticket naming Moses Whybark for Supreme Judge. Joe Foux, likened to Sut Lovingood’s Dad, debates loyalty as reformer while Folk acts as boss until he consents for Cook and Allen to join the ticket.
Spike Hennessey argues a photo of Phelps’ pass recommendation list would expose railroad influence over delegates. He doubts Joe is willing to denounce pass riding and suspects most delegates travel on passes. The piece concludes that passes alone cannot ensure honesty, citing Vandiver and Uncle Sam imagery.
Pettis county editors urge open declaration of intent from candidates Hon John H Bothwell of Pettis and Sen C McKinley of Putnam as the Republican race for Missouri governor heats up They criticize Cyrus Walbridge for not declaring and say the party should know who is a real candidate before choosing a nominee
FRISSELL Road and Bridge Commissioner issues public notices for bridge work in North Carolina. Contracts to be let at 2 pm on June 20 21 and 24, 1904 at specified bridge sites including Sandy branch near Henry Tuschoff, Sandy branch near John Mayfield, Whitewater at Millerville, and a small branch near Jack Summerlin on the Cape Girardeau and Bloomfield road.
We heartily thank all who aided us during the death and burial of our beloved husband and father, from Mrs. Joseph Koehler and son.
In open court at the Jackson county courthouse Missouri on Monday June 6 1904 bids will be sought to build a steel bridge with approaches across Craig's Gap of Whitewater near Delta Missouri Plans and specifications are available at the county clerk's office Jackson Missouri after May 20 144 Bids may be rejected in whole or in part N C Frisell
A sequence of property transfers from Christian Friedhoff, W N Howard, Marty Renfroe, and others to multiple buyers including A D Ervin, Henry Beeker, Chas Whittaker, Pris ton Coleman, J W Pierce, Louis Hoffmeister, Groves Land and Mercantile Co, Lizzie Zelma et al, Louis Klaus, Fannie F Wright, Pauline Kaiser, Painter Realty Co, Rh W Clothier, and Dennis Sewally. Transfers cover parcels in survey 2261 and 2201, Cape Girardeau outlets, Allenville lots, Cape Girardeau blocks, and sections with prices ranging from small lots to several thousand dollars.
Jue 3 marks Missouri day at the World’s Fair with the season’s cheapest excursion. Everyone invited to join agent D. P. Bailey for the trip.
The Clayton Watchman Advocate criticizes a political figure for failed doodle charge prosecutions, alleged fraudulent votes, and overpaid salary. It argues voters should favor a Republican administration next November to curb what it calls sanctimonious varnish.
A historical note on the Illinois Central Railroad describing a featured booklet with steel engravings and a suburban steel frame passenger car. It states that in 1956 the IC had 706 miles of road, while at the end of 1903 it operated 4301 miles of main line and 5403 miles including its associate roads, spanning from the lakes to the gulf across 13 states including South Dakota Nebraska Minnesota Iowa Wisconsin Illinois Indiana Missouri Kentucky Tennessee Arkansas Mississippi and Louisiana.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.