Local notes from Lexington Intelligencer
Directory and updates from the Lexington Intelligencer report Chamber of Commerce growth to 200 members by September 1. Missouri initiative petitions prompt November vote on a new constitution. Southeast Missouri watermelon crop estimate 2ft? and national tax totals show Missouri paid 148 million dollars in federal taxes in the year ending June 30. New factories underway in Mackonville and Mountain Grove with hundreds of barrels produced and new jobs.
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Secretary of State
Missouri
Washington
New Cameron Factory Pays Weekly Wages Over $800
A Cameron factory now shows a weekly payroll exceeding $800. Workers are paid on a piece work system and earnings rise with proficiency. Last week one girl earned $51.11 and several employees received over $25 each.
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Cameron
Springfield labor leader jailed for six months contempt
C E Jennings of Springfield, a labor leader and strike promoter, has been jailed to begin a six month sentence for contempt of court. He appealed to the highest court having jurisdiction, but remained imprisoned awaiting further action.
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C. E. Jennings
Springfield
Laws and Banks in Missouri 1919 to 1920 Snapshot
State banks, trust companies, and private banks in Missouri show deposits rising from March 4, 1919 to May 20, 1920 by 22.8 million, resources by 52.4 million, and loans by 115.1 million. The sector comprises 1,419 state banks, 94 trust companies, and 3 private banks with total deposits of 635.4 million and undivided profits at 151.2 million.
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Missouri
Indigestion Remedy Promises Pleasant Temper
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Tablets as a cure for indigestion and constipation, claiming they strengthen the stomach and promote gentle bowel movement for a good natured disposition. Also notes Ady Arnold Mayer's return from Kansas City and Lexington Tigers defeating the All-Stars 10 to 1 with Hayden homering with two aboard.
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Ady
Arnold Mayer
Kansas City
Lexington Tigers
Hayden
Cholera remedy anecdote and local visits noted
In 1888 W H Ireland of Louisville recounts a severe bout of cholera morbus, paying a hotel porter for Chamberlain’s Colic and Diarrhea Remedy and recovering after a double dose. The note mentions travel and a well man waking next morning. Also listed are visits by Mr and Mrs Dennis Sexton of Kansas City to relatives, and Mrs Chas Vandiver and son Harold visiting Mrs O Mosby in town.
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W. H. Ireland
Louisville
Chamberlain
Ady
Dennis Sexton
Kansas City
Chas. Vandiver
Harold
St. Louis
O. Mosby
Chamberlains Colic Remedy Praised by Montana Hotel Keeper
A hotel man from Dupuyer Montana shares four years ago I used Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy with wonderful results and have since recommended it to my friends. Ady Ohio FE.
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Chamberlain
H. Dear
Dupuyer, Mont
Ady
Keep Poultry Clean with Dr LeGear Remedies
Mrs L V Rose of Curco Texas touts Dr LeGear s Poultry Remedies claiming they prevent lice and vermin and boost profits. The ad notes Dr LeGear s 27 years as an Expert Poultry Specialist and offers a satisfaction or money back guarantee with Dr L D LeGear Med Co of St Louis Missouri.
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Dr. LeGear
Dr. L. D. LeGear Med. Co
St. Louis, Mo
Missouri State Fair set to showcase bumper crops at Sedalia
Missouri expects record entries as warm rains boost crops and livestock. The State Fair runs August 14 to 77 with livestock shows key to success and August 6 closing for entries. Swine and sheep leads. pavilion expansion planned. Rail tickets offered at round trip one and one third fares. Also notes Moorehead returns to Kansas City and local visits. White's Island Resort opens with fishing and dancing on Sundays.
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Missouri
Sedalia
Avistion
Thalia
Farm Agent to Spend One Day of Each Week Here
Through the Lexington Chamber of Commerce and the County Farm Advisor F. W. Caldwell will spend one day weekly in Lexington. He will base at the Chamber of Commerce Secretary’s office and be available for consultations by any resident seeking advice.
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Lexington Chamber of Commercce
F. W. Caldwell
Lexington
The
Chamber of Commerce
Doan's Kidney Pills Backed By Lexington Woman
Mrs. Henry Brasch of Lexington reports severe bladder and kidney trouble in 1911 with swollen hands and back pain. She credits Doan's Kidney Pills for relief after trying many remedies. She reaffirmed the benefit in 1920, stating the remedy helped save her life. 60c at dealers prior to 1920. FosterMilburn Co. Buffalo, N Y.
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Dean
Henry Brasch
S. Side Addition
Lexington
Doan
Crenshaw & Young’s
Miss Mussatto to Visit Sister in Centerville Iowa
Miss Elizabeth Mussatto left Thursday for Centerville Iowa where she will visit her sister Mrs Peter Grazian. Miss Bessie Bradley of Enid Oklahoma arrived Wednesday morning for a visit with friends and relatives.
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Elizabeth Mussatto
Centerville
Iowa
Peter Grazian
Bessie Bradley
Enid
Oklahoma
The Best Physic advertisement and Fayette visit
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Tablets as a pleasant gentle medicine praised by users for their good qualities. The note then reports Mrs. Ben Eaton returning Saturday evening from a visit with relatives in Fayette Missouri.
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Ben Eaton
Fayette, Mo
Whites Island Offers Camping and Fishing Amusements
Come to Whites Island for camping fishing bathing boating and other amusements at night Furnished rooms and cooking apartments for rent Address S J White Manager Malta Bend Mo R D 3
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Whites Island
S. J. White
Mgr
Malta Bend
R. D
Stomach Illness Alleviated by Thedford’s Black Draught
Scottsburg Indiana resident Annie Johnson recalls long constipations and stomach distress worsened by medicines. Her husband found Thedford’s Black Draught, used regularly, easing symptoms and removing impurities from the liver and bowels.
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Scottsburg
Ind
Annie Johnson
Thedford
Also Mentioned on This Page
Lexinton Intelligencer
A. W. Allen
Poetofice
Interust
Atkinson
Hyde
Lexington Chamber of Commerce
Mackonville
Lawrence County
Mountain Grove
D. M. Oberman Manufacturing Company
Pongee
McCausland
Public Service Commission
James K. Moorehead, Sr
White’s Island
Indi
J. L. Peak
Dentisy
Lexington, Mizcouri
Suecemmars
Catron & Taubman Abstract & Agency Company
Harry Taubman
John K. Taubman
Insurance of All Kinds
Traders Bank
Lexington, Missouri
Castoria
Axi
New York
Gastoria
Souri ST
Tnnterests of
Learm
Siebel
Beautiful
Farm Bureau
Satan
Landis “Lamas Savings Club
John Deere
Farmers Co-operative Ass'n
Lexington, Mo
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