Lafayette County Democratic Announcements for Local Offices
County announcements list candidates for state representative sheriff and assessor in Lafayette County. Frank Bowman seeks state representative, Charles Mitchell for sheriff, and Grongh Auldivan B for assessor, all subject to Democratic primary action. The notice cites party approval processes and the August primary date.
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Frank Bowman
Democratic Party
Charles & Mitchell
Sherif
Lafayette County
Grongh Auldivan BA
Te Offee
Asseaunr
Democratic insights from a Kansas City letter column
A satirical tone comments on political figures and events. Taft Roosevelt third term debate. Mention of Kansas City Democrats, school supervision funding, and gubernatorial campaign activity. References to Tom Watson and Mr. Johnson with lingering skepticism about nominations and party support.
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Taft
Mr. Roosevelt
Johnson
The New Officers for Lexington Take Office
Citizens show confidence in mayor-elect Thos Walton as Lexington readies new city officers sworn in Tuesday. He vows continued improvement and square dealing, free from personal obligations or appointments, with the same high expectations for the other new leaders.
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Lexington
Thos. Walton
Lexington Officials Bid Farewell After Notable Reforms
A city press tribute lauds retiring Lexington officials led by Oswald Winkler for a six year term that modernized streets, schools, and the city hall. George Schawe Edward Aull Joseph Chinn Al Walk depart after long service, praised as diligent public stewards who improved public safety and order.
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Lexington
Oswald Winkler
George Schawe
Winkler
Edward Aull
Aull
Joseph Chinn
al Walk
Speech Praising Cotton From Representative Helfin
The record describes spring planting scenes as the farmer prepares soil and seeds. It uses vivid imagery of sunbeams, showers, germination, and growth of cotton stalks, blossoms, and ripening bolls. The passage presents an oratorical tribute to cotton, ending with a note on renewed harvest after flowering.
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Helfin
Cotton King of American Exports and Industry
A vivid depiction of the cotton industry with imagery of lint, spinning, and the factory floor. The scene praises cotton as the driving force behind vast manufacturing and exports, framing it as the cornerstone of national commerce.
We Work Granite Steps and Concrete Walls Contractor
We offer granite old steps and concrete walls foundations and footings. We pride ourselves on top quality work and good treatment of customers. Call 325 for the best in contracting.
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Joan I
Ashuest
Wallpaper by Utt Brothers With Large Stock Available
Utt Brothers offer neatly hung wallpaper with a wide selection and prompt service. Phone 429 for samples and available patterns.
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UTT Brothers
Pianos Repaired and Tuned by A L Utt
A L Utt practical musician and mechanic offers piano repair tuning and regulation services with years of experience. Contact details not provided.
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A. L. Utt
For Sale and Local Ads in Lexington Missouri
Local shop listings advertise stock for sale, shoes, post cards, seeds, candies, and groceries. Winn & Ewing's and Jos L Long Cash Grocer feature gems like silk gloves, garden seed, potted plants, poultry feed, and postcard assortments. Also promotions for ledger items, buckwheat flour, onion sets, and fruit preserves.
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L. Long
Coffin
Lexington
Jos
Cash Grocer
The Dollar and the Peso in Mexican Finance
Mexico's finance department clarifies that dollar means the American gold dollar and peso denotes the American silver dollar. A Tampico check incident showed a dispute over payment in gold versus silver, resolved in favor of the gold standard and applicable to all documents.
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Mexico
Department of Finance
Tampico
Tampico Bank
Hanging Pictures Dangerous Says Insurance Man
An insurance man notes public belief that travel injuries are more common than home accidents. He cites statistics showing higher losses from injuries at home, including those from hanging pictures, than from railway or other incidents.
One on the Goose
A humorous quarrel unfolds between a hen and a goose as they cross a turnpike. The hen jokes about a nest at the bottom of a well while the goose teases her, then the goose abruptly flies away.
Darwin Jubilee in 1908 Movement Laurels
A movement begins to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of Darwin's theory. The Linnean Society will oversee initial steps with a committee of its officers and Profs Poulten and Oliver. London scientific circles show much interest per the London Standard.
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Linnean Cociety
Darwin
Society
Poulten
Oliver
London
London Standard
Injured Pride in Battle Ship Dialogue
A battleship booms in protest over belt height while a collier questions its claims of being the smartest craft in line. The collier reassures the turret is on straight as the exchange ends with tense humor.
Mystery Court Dialogue on Runover Case Emerges
In a courtroom, a witness testifies after being struck by a car. The judge questions why the chauffeur would return to the scene if the incident was intentional. The witness fires back that the driver might have wanted to run him over again.
Going Backward Bragging Over a Suit Price
A brief humorous dialogue from Illustrated Sunday Magazine features two boys debating the cost of a new suit. One boasts a price two dollars higher than the other, prompting a witty retort about paying less making it worthless.
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Illustrated Sunday Magazine
Excellent Reason Promotes Punk Cigar Show on Tour
A manager explains a new musical comedy will not clash with the current road show. He says the new production advertises the Punk cigar while the existing show promotes breakfast foods, keeping them distinct attractions.
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Tom Waston
Merry Widow
Mr. Raffles
Kansas City Post
Wm. Nelson
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Bill
Higetnsville
Piso
Teubner & Burden
Vaugnan
Winn & Ewing's
Joa L. Long, Cash Grocer
BR. Moorhead
Willson Co
International Poultry and Stock Food
Milwaukee
Eeagton Brewing Co
Gem
Fos. L. Long
C. Willson & Co
Jon L Long
Cash
Darwin Jusilee
Young Men's Clothes
Ederheimer, Stein & Co. Makers
Evter
Youne Moz
Ederheimer-Stein
Stier Clothing Co
Post Office
Hills Humane Dip
0. C. Wilson & Co
Court House
Kriehn
Franklin Avenue
Sabeas
Gard
W. G. McCausland
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