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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1909
Page
4
Christmas Dinner Turns To Crow For Dr. Cook
Inte shoppers lament procrastination as Dr. Cook plans a Christmas feast built largely on crow. The article notes the holiday tone and the peculiarity of using the term Xmas, reflecting seasonal hardship and humor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Cook
Crow
Christmas Prohibition Wave Briefly Delayed Says Intelligence
On Christmas Day the prohibition push sees a minor setback as the Intelligence reports a short delay. Congress sessions progress with little activity beyond rent taxes and gas bills. Washington newspaper correspondents are noted as active in coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Washington
Extremely Wise Person Buys Presenits at Half Price
An extremely wise person would stock up on presenits for next year at half price, taking advantage of a seasonal bargain. The line suggests prudent early shopping behavior and savings opportunities.
Advertising Propels Biggest Business Men
The record notes that the men achieving the largest business volumes were those who invested most in advertising. It emphasizes the link between promotional spend and sales success, highlighting the competitive edge gained through visible campaigns.
Missouri Newspapers Publish Sleighful Christmas Editions
A number of Missouri country papers released exceptional Christmas editions featuring color artwork, seasonal stories, and letters to Santa Claus, showcasing festive community spirit across rural regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Santa Claus
Fallibility Acknowledged In Kling And Dr Cook Controversy
The Intelligencer admits its fallibility noting it doubted Prof. John Kling would last the season and it was among those who accepted Dr. Cook's book. It also recalls turning down a publisher's offer to stack Dr. Cook's book as a subscription premium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Kling
Dr. Cook
President’s Message to Congress Moves Toward Economy
The President’s speech to Congress was mild but improved on prior administration’s documents. It was shorter, hinted at reduced public spending, admitted tariff improvements were needed, and signaled further action to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Aldrich and Cannon meet tariff issue in Winona speech
The speaker is reported as liking Aldrich and Cannon while hedging on pre election promises. He notes tariff discussion that predecessors avoided, despite criticizing other topics at length. The account highlights attention to tariff as a campaign issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aldrich
Cannon
Winona
Promies
Walter Camp names All America football team selections
Walter Camp, the leading football authority and Yale alumnus, announces his All-America selections. Yale dominates with six of the first eleven, while Harvard earns two spots after its strong season. Steffen Steffens and Michigan tied for honors as Marquette also receives recognition, and players overlooked need not feel slighted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Camp
Walter
Yale
Harvard
Steffen
Steffens
Michigan
Marquette
Jeffersonian Ghost Story Sparks Editorial Quarrel
A country editor condemns using classical quotes in tools. An item from the Jeffersonian last week discusses Banquo's ghost and drowning. If Charley Edson rebuts, Missouri Jeffersonian could face a flood of reaction as the intelligencer copied the piece. The note mentions Brother Bowman and Cromwell in a candid, meta-textual aside about the article.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeffersonian
Banquo
Charley Edson
Joe Hol
Missouri
Intelligencer
Corder Journal
Brother Bowman
Cromwell
Odessa man hints at run for Lafayette collector
Joseph Kuchis of Odessa, in Lexington Monday, told the Intelligencer he plans a collector race bid and will announce at the proper time. Known for prior service as school commissioner, he is a Democrat viewed as a strong ticket booster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Kuchis
Odessa
Lexington
Intelligencer
Kuehis
Lafayette
Tie
Bryan Predicts Liquor Question Will Solve Itself
The article notes Mr. Bryan arguing that liquor issues will fade as drinking becomes less popular, corporations drop employees who drink, and a temperate nation may emerge. It references the so called upper tiddie class and Bryan’s views on social influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Bryan
Debate on prohibition and teetotalism in political views
The author argues drinking is neither pleasant nor profitable, advocates teetotalism or moderation, and claims universal abstinence would negate prohibition. They note a persistent 400 demanding class in cities, criticize dependence on jobs or opinion, and suggest three distinct classes with incumbent intemperance. The piece credits Mr. Bryan for advocating state by state law over national prohibition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Drst
Mir. Bryan
Hypocrisy in American Life Critiqued by Collier's Writer
Hypocrisy is blamed across pot, stage, and literature per Casper Whitney in a Collier's Weekly reflection. The piece argues Americans praise virtuous acts while often practicing the opposite in sports, religion, and daily conduct, admitting everyone shows both virtue and flaw.
Letter List Uncalled For at Lexington Post Office 1909
Saturday December 25 1909 uncalled letters advertised list includes Johnny Berry Woode Bry an Mike Davis B A Dean Mrs W D Ford Chas 8 Gillmore Max Holloway Mrs Florence Sledges Gertie Jennings Mrs Carrie Jones Mrs Nannie Marshall C W Mason Henry Piar ine Chas C Melander Mamie Moses Mrs Mary Sanders James W Stranthes Walter Sims Jim Strong Thomas Tucker Mrs Mary Ware Herbert Watkins Archie Williams Cards Miss Lora Barth Mrs Dora Clase Miss Mary Gray Mr Ar Arthur Greene M Healey Chas L Johnston Ruth Johnston Herbert Phamnsby Carl Terrill Miss Eff Thomas Postmaster Delia Crowder said to be advertised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny Berry
Woode Bryan
Mike Davis
B. A. Dean
W. D. Ford
Chas
Gillmore
Max Holloway
Florence Sledges
Gertie Jennings
Carrie Jones
Nannie Marshall
C. W. Mason
Henry Piarine
C. Melander
Mamie Moses
Mary Sanders
James W. Stranthes
Walter Sims
Jim Strong
Thomas Tucker
Mary Ware
Herbert Watkins
Archie Williams
Lora Barth
Dora Clase
Mary Gray
Ar- Arthur Greene
M. Healey
L. Johnston
Ruth Johnston
Herbert Phamnsby
Carl Terrill
Eff Thomas
Delia Crowder
Christmas Post Office Hours And Local Social Notices
The post office general delivery and registry window will be open Christmas day from 9 to 11 am and 4 to 6 pm. City carriers will make one morning trip. Local residents travel for holidays include Miss Bessie McCullum to Emporia Kansas and Mrs. William Welsh returning from Kansas City. Several names appear with visits, hospital, and family events in Higginsville, Lexington, Wellington, and surrounding areas. Marriage licenses issued include Edward Ploeger Concordia and Hulda Dreyer, with additional entries for Veronica Jung Higginsville and other confirmations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bessie McCullum
Emporia
Kansas
William Welsh
William, Jr
Kansas City
Welsh
John Golden
T. A. Walker
Carry Barnett
Willian Walker
Higginsville
George L. Trail
L. G. Kelley
Will
Martha Utt
Miss Lirdie
Jennie Perrie
Columbia
Kate Bishop
Marie
Warner
la Belle
Bishop
Sherwood Haldeman
O. M. Rickman
Webb City
Paul
John D. Rickman
Arthur Kriehn
Westminster College
Fulton
Rey
Richard Gentry
Chicago
Hdward Ploeger
Concordia
Hulda Dreyer
Red M. Schroeder
Veronica L. Jung
Local grocer offers nuts and fruits for holidays
C O Willson Co advertises poultry and chicken foods while Joy L Long Cash Grocer promotes a line of jewelry and Christmas candies. The note lists fresh nuts including Hickory Pecans Black Walnuts English Walnuts almonds Brazil filberts and fruits such as oranges bananas figs dates and grapes for holiday shopping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos
Long
At Joy
L. Long
Cash Grocer
Local Card Shop Teases Holiday Lineup and Views
The Picture Shop by J. O. Coffin promotes a broad assortment of Post Cards for Christmas and New Year gifts. A collection of 60 local views is available with weekly additions and a Post Card album set as a recommended gift. Phone number 245.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. O. Coffin
We Do Love Work In Town For Your Sidewalk Needs
John I Ashurst promotes sidewalk services with office and residence numbers provided. Claims top quality and reliability, contrasting others who talk but do not stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Res
John I Ashurst
Fresh Bulk Oysters and Mam moth celery at Hinesleys
Fresh bulk oysters and mammoth celery available at Hinesleys. Phone 64.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hinesleys
Prune and Gift Offers from Local Stores
Prune fruit trees grapevines raspberries and blackberries roses and shrubs pruned. Proprietor Chas Teubner advertises Christmas gifts including tailored suits pants vests and fresh groceries from GEO WITTENBERG and Jos L Long. Watches and feed orders promoted with local phone numbers for ordering and pickup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Teubner
Jos. L
A. Egle
Gelzer’s
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Santa
W. G. McCausland
Casper Whitney
Collier's
Mr. Whitney
August Limberg
Independence
Keee
Tetee
J.P. Dickes
Hardington
C. O. Willson & Co
E. M. Taubman
F. A. Hoefer
W. H. Chiles
W.J. Bandon
Lexington, Missouri
Lee J. Slusiler
B. R. Ireland
the Traders Bank
Richard Field
Geo. M. Catron
J. Andrew
Board OF Directors
J. Barnet Young
G. M. Catron
Frank Howe Herman ER. Mark
Frederick Morath
Ford T. Bates
Rufus Young
G. W. Kerdolf
Ike H. Noyes
Main St
Walter B. Waddell
F. Lee Wallace
Sandford Sellers
Teller John Bowm
Irving Thvis Assn't
Lexington Savings Bank
E. F. Nicholson
W. D. Rankin
Irving Tevis
Paris
B. B. Frazer
Traders Bank
Meade
GEO, Wittenberg
Gratz Bros
Wilson-Fredendall Dry Goods Company
H. Sinaner
W Ii
Briggs
Sol. Mike
Geo
Nasser
David Albert
Tony Joseph
D. Stalling
N. F. Shotliff
A. R. Homer
Albert Gillen
Geo. Schane
W.F. Weis
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