Mexico Ledger publisher Robert White dead at 79
Col Robert Morgan White 79 longtime Mexico Ledger publisher dies after lingering illness. He became editor in 1876 converting the Ledger to daily in 1883, served on state eleemosynary boards 28 years and led Audrain county’s oldest paper. His son L M White assisted and will continue as editor. The Ledger helped launch many notable journalists. White also chaired Missouri Historical Society finance for 33 years and was a Presbyterian elder. Burial set for tomorrow in Mexico Missouri.
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Anecdote of Colonel White and Bryan on gold standard
An anecdote from Knights Templar history recalls Colonel White arguing with William Jennings Bryan before the 1886 Democratic nomination. White insisted on the gold standard while Bryan favored silver at 16 to 1. Bryan reportedly predicted his Chicago nomination, and White replied he would support him but remain true to gold.
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Aged Lebanon Woman Fatally Struck By Car
Mrs. Sarah E. Irwin, 82, of Lebanon, was fatally injured when she stepped in front of an automobile trying to stop for aid after a tire punctured. EB. M. Morgan of Louisville, driver of the car, was cleared of responsibility in the June incident in Lebanon, Kentucky.
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Roosevelts Veto Looms on Farm Mortgage Plan
Washington June 27 AP Congress leaders say President Roosevelt will veto the Prazier Lemke bill granting a six year mortgage moratorium for farmers. Attorney General Cummings submitted a constitutional report. The plan would reduce farm debt while allowing occupancy at one percent interest on revalued land. California authorities note 10 million Valencia and 8 million Navel orange trees in recent estimates.
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Campaign Funds Chief Salt In Senate Battle
Missouri Democrats vie for the U S Senate nomination as campaign fund practices come under fire. Milligan, Truman, Cochran, and Milligan spar over solicitations, with Jackson County jobholders alleged to pay 10 percent, while Truman denies involvement and calls for investigation.
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Mansion of Dentists Murder Shocks St Louis Area
Dr Homer L Meyers a prominent El Dorado dental physician was murdered on his farm near St Louis on June 18. An affidavit reveals he left an estate valued at 115981 dollars in cash and bonds in the First National Bank.
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