Delegates Chosen for State Constitutional Delegation
Dem voters at Higginsville selected 12 Lafayette County delegates for the senatorial district meeting to pick a candidate for the constitutional convention. In Warburg on Thursday, December, Higginsville delegates named A W Wilcox Mrs A W Cox Mrs F G Young H Fowler G C Wright Wmall Jr Dr Z M Williams B C Drummond. Lexington Township delegates aligned with W J Gresham for the convention seat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Higginsville
Choto
Lafayette Ty
Warburg
A. W. Wilcox
A. W. Cox
F. G. Young
H. Fowell
G. C. Wright
Death of Lafayette Gordon Observed in Lexington
A telegram reported the death of Lafayette Gordon first son of Mr and Mrs John Gordon at a St. nis hospital on Monday December 26. The body was transported to Lexington for burial arriving Wednesday evening and taken to the home of Mrs Nannie C Steele. Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church Thursday at 3 with burial in Machpe- cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lafayette Gordon
John
Gordon
St. Nis
Lexington
Nannie C. Steele
Presbyterian Church
Machpe
Commandery Elects Officers for De Molay No. 3
Knights Templar commandery elects officers for the ensuing year with W. L. Groves as Eminent Commander H. C. Chiles Generalissimo J. K. Leiter Capt. General W. T. Wernwag Senior Warden A. J. Chalkley Junior Warden W. R. Eckle Prelate F. Lee Wallace Treasurer J. C. Shelton Recorder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Molay
Knights Teal
W. L. Groves
H. C. Chiles
J. K. Leiter
W. T. Wernwag
W. R. Eckle
F. Lee Wallace
J. C. Shelton
Will Irwin to Speak at University of Missouri
Will Irwin, renowned correspondent, will lecture at the University of Missouri auditorium at 4 15 p m on January 16 during Farmers Week. His topic will be The Next War and farmers are promised an intensely interesting address by one of America s ablest lecturers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Irwin
University of Missouri
Mr. Irwin
America
Loomis Family Visit Cited in City Note
Dr and Mrs A G Loomis of Washington DC visit Mr and Mrs W H Loomis in this city. The trip centers on meeting Loomis family elders during their stay and reflects social ties within the community.
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Mrs
A. G. Loomis
Washington, D. C
Mr. Loomis
Mrs. W. H. Loomis
This
City
Remembrance of Lafayette Born Christmas Morning 1886
A heartfelt obituary recalling Lafayette born on Christmas Day 1886. It praises his early honesty, steadfast character, and devotion to family especially his mother and wife. Describes him as reliable, upright, courageous, and beloved by kin and friends. The tribute ends with hopeful thoughts of eternal life and reunion in the New Jerusalem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lafayette
New Jerusalem
Reduced Fares Set For Farmers Week In Missouri
Missouri railroads announce a flat rate of one and a half times the base fare for Farmers Week at the Missouri College of Agriculture. The deal runs January 16 to 20 with sale starting January 14 and valid for return through January 21. Minimum round-trip fare is one dollar.
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Missouri
Missouri College of Agriculture
Appropriations For M U Re leased
The fifty first session appropriation of 760000 for University of Missouri buildings has been released by Governor Hyde. Plans proceed with a 150000 power plant release, 160000 for a new power plant, and allocations for Women’s Building, Extension, Agricultural, Chemistry, Mechanic Arts, Beef Cattle Barn, Medical Building, and other projects as contracts move forward. Debs release debate features partisan critique of his espionage act conviction and calls for justice versus mercy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Missouri
General Assembly
Hyde
J. C. Jones
Mechanic Arts
Wallace Crossley Named After Long County Convention
Delegates chosen Tuesday at the Democratic county convention in Higginsville to the senatorial district convention in Warrensburg yesterday nominated Wallace Crossley of Warrensburg after 105 ballots. Other districts like Lafayette Johnson and Cass fielded candidates but compromised on Crossley. Warrensburg delegate: Kemp Tracy Edward Feigate William Walker Edward Handley L J Slusher Harry B Steele J B Hereford G L Johnson. At large: William Renick Earl Lyons B D Drummond Mrs Ewing.
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Higginsville
Warrensburg
Wallace Crossley
Warrnesburg
Lafayette
Johnson
Cass
Crossley
Kemp Tracy
Edw. Feigate
Wm. Walker
Edw. Handley
L. J. Slusher
Harry B. Steele
J. B. Hereford
G. L. Johnson
Wm. Renick
Earl Lyons
B. ©. Drummond
Mra. Ewing
Corbin and Ross Tie the Knot in Presbyterian Manse
Lealie John Corbin of Higginsville and Misa Effie Lee Ross of Corder were married Monday afternoon at the Presbyterian Manse with Rev. Robt. L. Cowan officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lealie John Corbin
Higginsville
Misa Effie Lee Ross
Corder
Presbyterian Manse
Robt. L. Cowan
Siglach and Barker Ties Ink In Odessa Probate Office
Wm. Siglach and Miss Killa Barker of Odessa wed Wednesday in Judge 5 N Wilsons probate office. The ceremony conducted in the official setting marks a simple city marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Siglach
Killa Barker
Odessa
5. N. Wilson
Wm. Siglach Odessa
Ella Barker
We All Meet You On The Other Shore
A brief line listing John P and Gordon as participants or figures connected to a noted gathering or farewell on the shore, suggesting a solemn or symbolic meeting. The fragment hints at a personal or commemorative context without clear event details.
1922 Outlook From Lexington Chamber of Commerce
The 1922 forecast urges engineers and business pilots to be vigilant, work harder, and think clearly amid trade lull. It stresses thorough preparation for a business revival and notes Lexington’s section is not the hardest hit, with broader optimism for the year ahead. Best wishes to the new year.
Debs Sees Commutation Of Criminals Spark Debate
Debs criticizes a presidential commutation as lenient on dangerous criminals. He argues the move signals minimal punishment and invites public pressure to secure mercy. The New York Times cites Burke and calls the majority shallow and whineing in opposition to clemency.
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Debs
United States
Burke
N. Y
Births Announced for Bishop and Meunich Families
Mr and Mrs Warner Bishop announce the birth of a daughter on Saturday December 24 1921. Mr and Mrs O B Meunich announce the birth of a son on Saturday December 24 1921.
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Warner Bishop
A Daugher
Mrs. O. B. Meunich
Marriage License Issued for John A. Taylor
A marriage license has been issued to John A. Taylor in Johnson City. Audrey L. Rhodes and Corder Rev. Coleman Eckle of Dewar Oklahoma and Rev. J. Preston Cole of Bragga Oklahoma arrived Saturday to spend Christmas with Dr. and Mrs. W. R. Eck.
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John A. Taylor
Johnson City
Audrey L. Rhodes
Corder
Coleman Eckle
Dewar
Okla
J. Preston Cole
Bragga, Okla
W. R. Eck
Late Sentinels Halted by Grumpy Sentry
A stormy evening brings a new sentry and a relief march. The corporal confronts the late relief with sharp words, asking why they were not halted. The sentry retorts that they are half an hour late, revealing tension at the post.
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Legion Weekly
Leave It to Dad Fairy Story Request
A child asks for a bedtime fairy tale and the mother suggests waiting for the father to return so he may tell both of them a story. The exchange captures a domestic moment of family ritual and shared storytelling.
Debs Recalled as Persistent Nuisance in Public View
The writer condemns Eugene V. Debs as a continual nuisance, predicting he will persist in his ways and likely end his life remaining true to his controversial stance. The remark reflects strong opposition to Debs and his influence.
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Eugene V. Debs
Local families share Christmas visits across states
Oklahoma City residents Mr and Mrs Wm Stonestreet and Sedan Kansas couple Mr and Mrs T P Tucker with two daughters, plus Mr and Mrs Walter D Glasscock and son Walter Jr spent Christmas with C L Glasscock. Laurence G Peak and wife visited Excelsior Springs for a few days. James R Hoffman and wife announce the birth of a son on December 27 1921.
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Wm. Stonestreet
Oklahoma City
Okla
T. P. Tucker
Sedan
Kansas
Walter D. Glasscock
Walter, Jr
C. L. Glasscock
Ami
Laurence G. ‘Peak
Excelsior Springs
James R. Hoffman
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Lafayette N. Gordon
A. J. Chalkley
Boy
Lexington Savings Bank
Lexington, Missouri
M. U
Harding
Army
Socialist Party
Wilson
Priston
White House
Ohio
Corbin-Rosa
Siglach-Barker
John P, Gordon
Lexington Chamber OF Commerce
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