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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1909
Page
4
A fragment notes a seller's subscription entry marked as advance and processed at the Lexington post office under second class mail. No additional details or dates are provided in the readable text.
The piece notes a grinning gargoyle and a city recognizing brick streets. Lincoln’s birthday is February 12, and officials discuss river recreation next week. A photo of Willett appears in the morgue as rumors swirl about Tennessee turning dry.
A city note warns that thawing will turn sidewalks muddy while thermometers swing between extreme highs and lows. Residents should brace for fluctuating spring conditions and adjust footwear and travel plans accordingly.
The report notes Georgia displaying early bloom as weather patterns challenge expectations and suggests Missouri may respond more cautiously to forecasted conditions.
County Judge reports a Taft opossum roaming the courthouse yard amid post election chatter. The sighting prompted light local commentary on civic life and the recent vote.
In a sharp exchange, a New York Congressman teased the President by using a biting epithet, a jab the administration had not anticipated. The maneuver highlighted the ongoing verbal brinkmanship in high politics.
A number of magwines have issued special automobile numbers. Readers who are unsure of differences between a magneto and a gas intake can still enjoy the pictures.
The passage ridicules fears about Stone's rejection, argues Missouri has merit, and notes an exchange claiming Lexington's opossum survival proves few Black residents here. It also jokes about the INTELLIGENCER quill pusher's new overcoat not proving wealth.
A letter argues President Roosevelt praised Tillman then accuses both leaders of using office for personal gain. It questions if Roosevelt’s actions mirror Tillman’s alleged self serving conduct and suggests a shared pattern of political advantage.
The passage notes that Hadley will lead the city police after winning an election in which he claimed he would not run the force. Cowherd, who argued for keeping the cities clean, lost his bid. The author calls Hadley a skilled politician, contrasting promises with action.
The Rev. Billy Sunday offers to help his old friend Captain Anson, now bankrupt, as they seek lucrative work after their ball throwing days. Sunday pursues evangelism while Anson turns to the saloon trade, with Sunday seemingly choosing the easier path.
The Inve uGencer receives a small poetry book Days of Long Ago by Warren J Comstock of Kansas City. It contains fourteen verses, each on a separate page with illustrations by Will F Livezey. The book, published by Gorham Press, sells for fifty cents. Comstock has many friends and admirers in Lexington who will be interested.
Clouds clear on Senator Willam Joel Stone's return as Democrats express no dissenting vote in the legislature. He faced malignment yet withstood detractors and will resume service in Washington with renewed honor and glory. Stone has six more years to serve, and Democrats note his experience will aid constituents even more.
The following letters remain uncalled for at the Lexington Postoffice Saturday January 23 109 Joby Bird Miss Myrtle Brooks Miss Carrie Gurrick Jaco W Chambers HE J Calkins Mrs Mac Campbell Henry Clement J W Crone s Miss Ethel Disaman C S Raton Clifton Greene Miss Hannah Hitt Mrs J H Halman Mrs Wan needa Juckeur Mrs A Kister Mia Nannie Louck James Minner A Misepheler Miss Lucy Nally E O Brien Mire Mary Perry Willie Price M Scharf & Bro Miss Maye Billard Smith Lucy Sidener Eda Williams Mrs Mary West Airkike Dramatic company When calling for these letters please say they were advertised Delia Crowdeer
An advertisement touts a pneumatic clothes washer that reduces hand work and time by letting users fit clothes in a tub and operate a hand pump. Priced at 83.00 with a 30 day trial and money back guarantee, it claims to outperform 4.00 machines and offers pamphlets and demonstration to neighbors. Also notes several local social arrivals and a land sale involving Stockton of Carthage.
A Lexington advertisement touts Rexall Muco-Tone as a universal catarrh remedy linked to consumption cure. It claims the medicine targets the disease at its source, purifies the blood, strengthens mucous membranes, and boasts rapid customer relief with a risk-free trial in exchange for faith and proper use.
Notice of sale on January 10 at the Lafayette County Courthouse in Missouri. William Young and Ada Young encumbered land via a deed of trust dated May 15 and recorded in the county records. John B. Ryladd previously served as trustee and died December 15, 1908. Charles F. Kinkead, then sheriff, will conduct the sale to satisfy unpaid promissory notes.
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