Saloon vote looms in Carthage as county narrows choices
A Carthage police court case and county election notes highlight local tensions. Candidates seek Associate Judge and county posts while a dry-vs-wet vote simmers. citizens debate saloons, business impact, and city growth. Several editorial questions question saloon benefits amid rising calls for prohibition. Carthage and Webb City news reflect era concerns, with warnings to voters and community standards.
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Carthage Press
Golden City Reunion Opens With Wide Program
The Golden City Reunion Avedaton will be held on Wednesday Thursday and Friday August 6 7 and 8. The program promises speeches on many topics with music bands glee clubs and various attractions. Attendees include old-time settlers and neighbors. Corresponding secretary Arthur Farr Golden City John A. Griese president E M Connor secretary.
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Golden City
Arthur Farr
John A. Griese
E OM Connor
Advertisin’ Faithful: The Maker’s Image in a River Lure
Luther Lawdon laments luck in fishing, urging belief in advertising over chance. The speaker praises the merchant who trusts advertising to draw customers, suggesting success comes from promotion, not luck, in a rough, period voice.
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Luther Lawdon
Democratic candidates announced for county court races
The News announces Democratic candidates subject to the August primary. Perry Bruce seeks Associate Judge in the Eastern District, J C Ross for Presiding Judge, N H Relslo for Probate Judge, Mrs W N Wharton for County Clerk, Hert Johnson for Prosecuting Attorney, Tadlock for Pom Cummings, and J F Lee for Recorder.
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A Distinguished Witness to Prohibition Advocates
Ex Governor M R Patterson of Tennessee, a prominent lawyer and political figure, delivers a speech describing personal sorrow from liquor's effects and his conversion to endorsing prohibition in all forms locally and globally. He states support for reducing or destroying the liquor traffic worldwide.
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M. R. Patterson
Tennessee
Jasper Chautauqua Opens Sunday July Fifth
The Jasper Chautauqua begins Sunday July 5 inviting all to attend. Event features a full program with lectures and performances and promises a lively lineup for visitors.
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Jasper Chautauqua
Alexander Seeks Jasper County Collector Nomination
D O Alexander seeks the Republican nomination for county collector in Jasper County. Born in Sedgwick County, he resides with his wife and six children in Jasper County. A longtime Republican, he has run a grocery business and served as beer manager of the Alexander Livery Co in Webb City. He promises to give the people his best service if elected and asks for support in the August primaries.
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