Advertising and Prohibition Debates Spark Reader Backlash
In three weeks the Missouri Anti-Prohibition Association ads prompted four subscribers to drop the paper. The editor insists advertising is business, not editorial, and argues big city papers carry similar content without issue.
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St. Joseph
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Country Press
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Times
Republic
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Democratic ad space sparks calls at county meeting
The letter argues that free advertising for temperance matters is necessary and mocks a Democratic paper for charging, noting a Cash Book biography of Judge John A Snyder and a denunciation of anti prohibition ads. It questions consistency in editorial policy between parties.
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John A. Snyder
Laughing at Corporations in Missouri Democrats Row
David R. Francis James A. Reed Col Bill Phelps Frank Farris and other Democratic speakers led by Jo Shannon denounce corporate power in Missouri accusing lobbyists and politicians of supporting big business. The critics claim hypocrisy given the speakers’ ties to corporations and end with mocking laughter.
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David R. Francis
James A. Reed
Col
Bill Phelps
Frank Farris
Jo. Shannon
Democratic State Committee
Missouri
Democracy
Francis
Reed
Kansas City
Phelps
Farris
Shannon
Governor Hadley Urges Republican Victory Across Missouri
Missouri leaders praise Herbert S. Hadley as the most conscientious governor. He is not seeking office but urges Republican candidates for county district and state offices to be elected and supported by GOP voters at every precinct. A vote for these candidates, he says, is a vote for Hadley and his plans for the state.
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Missouri
Herbert S. Hadley
Hadley
Shannon Nominated for Democratic State Committee Chair
In 1910 Col. Bill Phelps secured Jo Shannon of Kansas City the chairmanship, a move seen as a strategic feat that would have drawn criticism years earlier. The political shift shows Shannon placed on the Democratic State Committee, marking a notable party maneuver.
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Jo. Shannon
Kansas City
Democratic State Committee
Bill Phelps
Shannon
Missouri Democratic ticket urged by voice of support
A call invites voters to back Democratic nominees in Missouri, naming Jo Shannon Bill Phelps and Frank Farris as example leaders and urging support for the party. The message emphasizes preference for the Democratic slate in state politics.
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Jo. Shannon
Bill Phelps
Frank Farris
Missouri
Doris for prosecuting attorney stance endorsed by Hadley
Governor Hadley urges electing Doris as prosecuting attorney to promote honest elections in cities and curb future county election corruption. The message frames the vote as a key step against mudsling and dirty practices in local politics.
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Hadley
Doris
Crow Crows and Russell Prepare for Democratic Salt River Trip
The fragment mentions The Crow crows and Russell of the reeds signaling preparations for a Democratic candidates salt river trip. The wording is unclear but implies political planning or travel related to a party event.
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Russell
Republicans Face David R. Francis in Warner Senate race
Republicans must defeat David R. Francis to elect a successor to Warner. Reed is unlikely to secure the Democratic nomination.
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Warner
David R. Francis
Reed
Vote early for Republicans on the ticket
A call urging Republican voters to cast their ballot promptly at the polls. It emphasizes voting early if possible and participating for the party, with a fallback to vote if pressed for time. The message centers on civic participation and party support.
Vote Shifts Probe Question on Political Parties
A voter questions whether ballots should go to the party that delivers real results or the one that offers only rhetoric. The inquiry frames a choice between action and promises in the upcoming election.
Kangaroo Court Proposal for Cape Republicans Cash Book
The note proposes forming a Kangaroo Court and petitioning for about thirty cents to fund a new Cape Republican and Cash Book court, while Dick Hoffmeister states no outside offers and commits to Circuit Clerk duties starting November 8. It questions support for Jo Shannon Bill Phelps and corporate lobbyists versus lawmakers aiding Governor Hadley to keep politics out of state affairs.
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Cape Republican
Dick’’ Hoffmeister
Jo, Shannon
Bill Phelps
Hadley
Campaign tricks before election prompt voter wary view
As the campaign nears its end notices circulate about deceptive tactics. The claim that something important is true only just before the vote suggests it may be false, signaling heightened voter scrutiny of circulating materials and news reports.
Republicans poised to win on the eighth, Rabich leads
The Republican ticket is forecast to win on the eighth of next month with Herman Rabich, nominee for representative, among the leaders by majorities despite opposition from Cape Republican and Cash-Book.
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Herman Rabich
Judge Edward D. Hays Seeks Re election Support
Judge Edward D. Hays the present Probate Judge and candidate for re election has made an efficient officer and will be retained at the November election by a handsome majority. He is always on the job which fact is appreciated by our citizens.
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Edward D. Hays
Shannonism defined in Kansas City politics debate
In Kansas City and Jackson County the term Shannonism marks political matters needing watchfulness. The article notes Mr. Je Shannon’s appointment to state committee for the campaign remains unexplained, even to Cel. Bill Phelps who gave him the job.
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Kansas City
Jackson County
Missouri voters pay high cost of state official leadership
Missouri taxpayers spent about one thousand dollars per month more for Democratic state official expenses in 1919 and 1920 than for Republican officials in 1905 and 1906. The figures include Governor Folk's first twenty months. Democratic officials draw from the treasury and criticize Republican extravagance in the same breath.
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Missouri
Folk
Auditor Gordon Overspent State Auditor Office in Early Term
Auditor John P. Gordon claimed lower state expenses for Democrats but his records show he spent $6,421.11 more than Republican predecessor W. W. Wilder in the first twenty months of his term, 1909 and 1910, indicating higher expenditures in his tenure based on their books.
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John P. Gordon
W. W. Wilder
Court house trustee under attack in election clash
The Cash-Book accused First District Judge Charles Sievers of complicity in court house extravagances though the building was occupied before his tenure. His record is described as beyond reproach and his November election is seen as a hurdle to the organ of unrest.
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Charles Sievers
Court House
Sievers
Judge Snider Gains Cape County Support in District Race
Judge John A. Snider, candidate for Circuit Judge, is forecast to receive the entire party vote and a large Democratic following, with supporters praising his ability and reputation above party lines. Cape County majority expected.
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John A. Snider
Cape County
Haupt and others vie for county offices in district race
Martin L Haupt leads a field for presiding judge and Will Hirsch joins the county bench after next month. Fred Goyert stands as efficient county clerk, J Franti Caldwell leads for collector, G F Siemers is favored for recorder of deeds, and Louis Krueger is set to be elected Clerk of the Common Pleas Court.
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Martin L. Haupt
Will Hirsch
J. Franti
Caldwell
Collector of the Revenue
Louis Krueger
The
Common Pleas Court
Howard Seeks Re election For Byrd Township Constable
J H Howard democratic candidate for re election to the office of Constable of Byrd township solicits your vote and influence at the general election November 8.
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J. H. Howard
Byrd Township
Final Settlement Notice in Cape Girardeau County
Final settlement of the estate of Glover Harris deceased to be presented at the next term of the probate court in Cape Girardeau County Missouri. Administratrix Berra Hanis will appear in Jackson Missouri beginning November 10 to settle the estate with all creditors and interested parties.
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Glover Harris
Cape Girardeau County
Missouri
Jackson
Berra Hanis
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