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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1909
Page
4
A fragmented Midwest item notes spring poems in storage, towns Humboldt Holden Missouri producing wrestlers, asks how Mr Taft views tariffs, and mentions a trolley line to Odessa and river steamers. It praises Congressman C W Hamlin for a tariff speech and Governor Hadley for breweries support in St Louis.
Honey bees persist in activity as conditions remain uncertain, with workers starting tasks even though forecasters show mixed warmth ahead. The piece notes ongoing bee labor and the community’s observation of early spring behavior.
A speaker notes it is not suitable to boast about wanting to be outdoors yet. The remark conveys restrained pride and a preference for open air activity without exaggerated claims.
The reader notes that the light suit can be worn prior to June, though there is no immediate requirement to have it pressed. The statement emphasizes practicality over urgency and suggests delaying pressing.
The automobile craze has seized several prominent Lexingtonians whose constitutional defenses are urged to respond. As excitement builds, residents prepare to meet the challenge and showcase the zeal of the era.
The community statement expresses relief that Mr. Dickey leads the Navigate the Missouri initiative rather than Mr. Tebeau, noting appreciation for the chosen head of the project.
A harsh storm prompted concerns but local print did not carry a confirming report. Readers note a misleading poem fragment beginning with hail and a playful misquote, with no associated weather story or byline.
And wi of Lexington will prob ably soon lave a chance to vote vet or dry after all in spite of the indefatigable work of our Representative Branch.
Public sympathy for Caruso grew after it was revealed his vocal cords were impaired by singing phonographs, prompting his return to Italy to recover.
Professor George Tebeau typically gathers his Kansas City group early in the season and builds interest with a few gains before assigning pool-paid players. This year he aims to proceed without his usual opening plunge and starts differently.
A Missouri prospectus argues statewide prohibition is likely at the next election, driven by moral sentiment and clergy but mainly by brewery politics. The piece contends liquor interests dominate politics and that prohibition is a nonpartisan remedy to curb brewery influence.
Debating society adjourned for weeks due to warm weather and low attendance. Local residents Lola Pranler and Rachel Andreea visited from Lexington for Easter. Various residents traveling to Shackburn, Higginsville, and Kansas City. A male quartet formed in Corder, with members Rowman, Frerking, and Frerking. A ball team formed for the year 1900. Mrs. D. G. Jackson in Higginsville for sickness. Henry Meyers sold goods at auction and plans to move to Kansas City. Many locals ill or recovering from sickness. Elizabeth Wilson visited from Rosedale. Lotus Male quartet of Odessa canceled dates. Easter program by The Golden Links at the M church, South, raised funds for foreign de onary cause. Christian church plans a play on Friday April 23. Cordelia Yates wed Kansas City Wednesday. Mrs. Hoge, Mrs. Hopkins, and others noted on Kansas City visits. Waddell headed to Hot Springs for business. Local ads for candles, seeds, and real estate bargains. Ice cream available from Barron & Sheets. Wilson Bros. and Ed Aull advertised real estate and services.
A.B. Ballard announces a new photograph gallery in the Love studio offering a variety of photo work at reasonable prices. Call and see me. 32w.
Advertisement notes lamp shade shown at home per request. Contact Al Weber at 609 or AL Werner in Ott for painting and paper hanging services.
Regular meals at Barron and Sheets, Chamberlain's Perfect Chick feed. There is nothing that equals for young chicks. Only to be had at Jon L. Long. If you want a 160 acre farm well improved at a reasonable price see Wilson Bros., Traders Bank building, or Ed Aull. For painting and paper banging go to Edmonds and Sona, sole agents for Bosch wallpaper in Lexington. Call ug B-2it Lhave something new in extension and painters ladders. Call and see B. Moorehead.
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