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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1908
Page
4
A fragment notes winter expectations and postal activity at the Lexington Post Office. The speaker references second class mail and a New Year pledge, hinting at a cautious, evolving outlook as winter appears to arrive.
A controversial notice claims prominence in Kansas City depends on race and criminal activity. The text asserts that being Black and committing several serious cases will raise status, reflecting discriminatory rhetoric.
Local residents report a surge of night prowling in Lexington. Authorities urge vigilance as community safety concerns rise and residents consider heightened patrols and safety measures.
Judge Willia H. Wallace decries rising grime in port Janding and links it to disregard for law. Critics argue the judge focuses on Sunday-law violators while ordinary criminals go free. Obituary notices for the Taft team appear inflated, with gas brand issues noted as evolving. Subscribers in arrears are paying, with some in advance. prompt remittances are appreciated.
High profile participants decline to testify as Harry Thaw faces ongoing proceedings. Report notes a limit on press access, with Dorothy Dix, Elle Wheeler Wilcox, and other dubbed “sob squad” members restricted to one column daily, shaping coverage.
A strong Folk ally argues it would better for Folk and the Democratic Party if Senator Stone faces no opposition. The plea warns that a Folk Stone clash could trigger Missouri's fiercest factional fight, risking Democratic losses. The backer lauds Stone as a capable campaigner while noting Folk’s administration built a powerful machine and broad support.
Supporters turn against him after commutation of sentences for Hottman and a Myers woman. In other locales Folk remains popular with a strong following that could fuel a fierce fight. If Folk renounces his claim and backs Stone, he would gain party support and a good chance to succeed Warner. Missouri Democrats unite behind Cowherd for governor, making Polk's bid untimely and risky.
Oklahoma moves to guarantee deposits in all state banks with a 1 percent fund drawn from average daily deposits. National banks may join with federal permission. otherwise closures may force charter changes. Plan could trigger shifts to state banks as states mimic the Oklahoma model, reshaping banking nationally. Local notes include obituaries, social visits, dances, and a masque at the skating rink, with Mrs. Samuel Gibbons dying after long illness.
Letter list shows uncalled items at Lexington post office Saturday January 15 1908 with names including Eimer Anderson Mrs Mary Bush Mig Buil B Billiouson Peter Benilings Jas Barnett Co Jotn Brady Miss Lula Cooley Ralph Creighton Frank Dovan We Be Douglass M Draper Mrs Mary Holman Mrs KR N Maxeon George Nueller Master Joe Richards Lewis N Starke Master Homer Thomas W M Walker Mrr Mary Williams RL Win When called for say they were advertised Cedwder P M For a good old bottle or glam of Roffmans call at Gear
Dover notes report visits by Jouette Redd in Waverly and John Hogan in Lexington, a moved saw mill to Longest farm, illness and recovery of Mrs. Pauling, birth of a daughter to Mr and Mrs Phillip Wahl, a sermon by Eid Henshaw, and easing health of Dr W G Harwood. Several local families are noted for visits, nursing, funerals, and hospitality with a long list of names and occasional addresses.
Mrs. Frank Bowman returned Wednesday evening from a short visit in Higginsville. T. B. Fredendall left Wednesday for his home in Pomona California after several weeks' stay on business in this city.
J F Cagley of Minneapolis reports his brother William Manard one year old child of Mr and Mrs Cagley died Friday from poisoning after drinking a bottle of atropine and glycerine found on a table in his mother's room. The infant endured 24 hours of agony before death while the mother, Mrs Cagley, lies prostrate under a doctor’s care. The couple had formerly lived here and moved to Minneapolis last spring.
The Moser Garber College in Kansas City promises men a swift exit from trades with low cost and ample job openings. The catalog explains benefits and invites applications, highlighting affordable training and high placement potential.
The State of Missouri and related parties present an order of publication in Lafayette County. Thomas Hollron is listed as a defendant in a land sale lawsuit to recover taxes and interest on described real estate in Dilusviurt, Lafayette, with a delinquency period noted for the years 1904 and 1900s. The case seeks a judicial decision to sell the property to satisfy a judgment Findered in the court at the Court House in Leasington.
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