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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1909
Page
4
Editorial by A. W. Allen and O. R. Sellers appears in the Intelligencer, presenting a local perspective on community affairs and public issues. The piece reflects period voice and aims to guide readers on civic matters through concise commentary.
Entered at the Lexington Post Office as second class mail matter the text muses on potential circus visits this summer and mentions a rising democratic spirit in Turkey. It notes school children counting days and observes the winter suit may endure for some time.
In a sharp column the writer argues to end wasteful spending and questions coal and tax policies. Senator Tillman visits the White House signaling political shifts while Lexington bakers cope with 5 cent loaves. Prof Johnny Kling’s Cubs absence is noted as a mild setback. The almanac misstates seasons, causing reader amusement.
A columnist warns that disliking pneumonia could delay treatment for weeks, urging readers to avoid skipping care and to seek timely medical attention despite lingering concerns or debates about remedies.
A local reminder urges residents to plan ahead for pest control during the warm months. Tips emphasize sealing entry points, removing standing water, using screens, and continuing outdoor cleanliness to reduce breeding sites and keep yards comfortable.
Automobiles will be coming to Lexington thick and fast from now on. They are a success in Wellington and ought to go here.
The city’s concern about prohibition centers on the fate of Anheuser Busch and Lemp. The text suggests fear for the economic and social impact if Prohibition takes effect, highlighting two major local brewers as pivotal to the region’s fortunes.
The speaker argues Lexington lacks a suitable public park and a fitting venue for local celebrations, calling for a communal space to host events and gatherings.
A Nevada judge’s interpretation of state divorce laws undercuts a major industry in the state. The ruling impacts licensing and business operations, creating uncertainty for firms and workers tied to the sector. Local officials call for clarification as industry stakeholders assess potential losses and regulatory changes.
As predicted months ago by the INTELLIGENCER Prof. J Jeffries has reclaimed the championship and soon the date will be set for his meeting with Prof. J Johnson.
Citizens in Lexington and nearby towns increasingly observe a community clean-up day. Authorities are urged to formalize a designated day to launch a broad attack on ash heaps tin cans and other refuse to improve local sanitation.
Town officials hail Missouri Pacific for improvements and voice optimism for a depot at the foot of Tenth street. Residents say the project would boost local spirits and benefit the community.
A speaker described the question as the commission form of government, noting that the people do not seem greatly concerned by the issue.
Citizens watch as lawmakers in Illinois spend money daily on a prolonged race for a U.S. Senate seat with no clear path to a solution, sparking concern over taxpayer costs and legislative priorities.
The Marshal Republican launches a department titled News Among Colored Folks. It prints respectful forms Mr Mrs Miss and covers activities of the local Black elite. Editor Witt himself labels the section colored news.
A broad swath of influential Republican papers attack the tariff deal orchestrated by Taft and his lieutenants. The piece argues that Democrats must field a strong candidate and focus on the tariff issue to win. It questions whether the party retains enough vitality for a bold move.
The text lists Missouri counts on dry and wet votes by county and city. It notes 114 counties with 72 dry, 21 wet, 21 not voted, plus 17 dry and 16 wet cities. It cites 603,078 votes in the last state election, with 10910h in St. Louis, Kansas City and St. Joseph, and speculates city wet leads vs country dry. It concludes a guesswork chance about city liquor support offsetting country dry.
A Missouri newspaper column argues for a public vote on prohibition, noting the Republican House favors it and the Senate may block. The piece questions prohibition’s economic and social impacts, defends democratic governance, and urges the Senate to allow a general election on the issue. It warns against distrust in the people and calls for the Senate to do the wise thing.
One week sale offer for a good eight room in dwelling in a close in location with a good lot. House is in excellent condition and modern except heating. Price is very attractive. See Wilson Bros or Ed Aull Traders Hank Building 422 in Seeds Seeds. Onion seed potatoes and flower seeds available by quart or bushel at Jos SL Long Cash Grocer. Edmonds and Lone sole agents for Beech wallpaper in Lexington. Phone 118.
President William H. Lee of Merchants Laclede National Bank leads a St Louis protest before the Senate Committee on Constitutional Amendments. He cites the bank’s clean record with brewers and argues prohibition would harm morals, industry, and population. Other civic groups echo the plea for home rule and local self-government.
A dated local ad listing real estate for sale from J R Moorehead and Wilson Bros at the Traders Bank Building along with merchants like Jos L Gong as a grocer and Ed Aull. The notice promotes cottage purchases, fruit items, Ferry’s seeds in bulk from Crenshaw & Young, and B Fraser moving insurance to Room 15 Traders Bank Building.
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