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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1907
Page
5
A fragment describes a street scene where a boy explains he paid two cents for a banana and a bag is stolen while he searches for the last piece. The Victim complains the offer was not free and accuses a passerby as the thief, with the scene set in Cincinnati Tribune context.
A writer recalls a family gathering where a chicken was fried and served on squares of shortcake with gravy. The table offered extra shortcake for those needing more to accompany the meal, an idea seen as fitting for large families.
The text advises unraveling a strand of wool from the raw edge of turning fabric to rend material with a three cornered tear. It suggests a three-pointed tear as the best mend and invisibly applying tailor's mending to the back of the material.
Bowes captures immense popularity with the public's attention turning toward them. The scene suggests a wave of acclaim feels widespread, while critics remain wary of the fervor and its lasting effects on culture.
The piece describes Ramadan rites in Istanbul. Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset and resume eating at dusk as cannons signal the end of the fast. Turkish districts at night become lively with veiled women, music, cafés, and bustling streets near Shah Zade Mosque.
The earliest armored ship appears in 1530 within the Knights of St. John fleet, reportedly resisting all shots. At Gibraltar in 1782 French and Spanish ships used light iron deck protection, and during the Crimean War in 1855 France first applied wrought iron plates to ship sides against Russian forts.
A classroom scene features a precocious remark about Columbus. The girl Minnie answers the teacher’s prompt on who discovered America with Columbus, then adds a joke about how he found it after overhearing two women discussing the idea. The exchange highlights playful student humor.
Edyth and Stella question if Stella’s engagement to Ellegins ended due to her father’s disapproval. The record indicates the father ceased opposing the match, suggesting the engagement status remained uncertain.
A dialogue features NOT LINKASSE and The Bearded Lady Mercy debating marriage to a heavyset man. The Bearded Lady mocks the plan and jokes about dragging him underwater with anchors, while Jay questions the sincerity of the proposal.
The Nottingham goose fair, historic to observers, once a nine day business event now trimmed to three days. Despite reduced trade the fair’s amusements expand, with farm animals moving to the outskirts while the main marketplace hosts shows and entertainment.
A fragment from the Houston Post notes a dramatic line about Goodart-Yes Gailey and his wife, hinting at influence and tension. It mentions gray eyes and a tense exchange about a cigar, implying disapproval and control.
Public schools reopened after the holidays. Births include a girl on December 30, 1906 and a boy on January 1, 1907. Residents visit relatives in Edmonds Kansas City and Fulton. Local antics span turkey shoots, a New Year’s Eve ball, pool halls, and gun law opinions. Notables include F. C. Wallace farm events and Wallace Crossley backing stronger weapon laws.
Carl Kret traveled to Kansas City on business Thursday evening. I G Neale went to Rockville Missouri Friday morning for business. Wm Aull departed for Higettsville. Charles Lyons went to Independence Friday morning on business. Irving Tevis and family moved into their new home on South Street. Lindsey Price of Sedalia arrived Thursday evening for a brief business visit. Miss Sallie Hatlaker went to Higglesville Friday evening to visit relatives. Richard Vaughan returned to Seattle Washington Thursday morning after spending a few weeks in town.
All the World is a stage and Ballard's Show Liniment plays a prominent part. It claims superiority against rheumatism and joint pain. Buy a trial bottle at Crenshaw & Young with prices listed in the ad.
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