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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1902
Page
4
The Intelligencer marks its thirty-first year of publication and pledges continued advocacy for the masses, independence from corporate greed, and fearless reporting on politics in Missouri. It announces candidacy support for W. Mamlin for Congress, details editorial stance, and vows to uphold reform and integrity in government.
The Democratic State Central Committee met in St Louis to choose St Joseph and Springtide as the two nominating convention sites. The state convention will be July 24 in Buchanan County and the judicial convention in the big red apple city. The meeting discussed direct primary for US senator and criticized Kansas City and Joplin losses, with remarks on party reform and tariff issues, highlighting Missouri politics and figures such as Cham Clark and William J Ryan.
The essay argues that the 15 percent Dingrey tariff on hides raises costs for the shoe and leather industries, boosts prices for consumers, and favors foreign manufacturers. It cites rising export values, the rebate for leather exports, and the difficulty of tracing imported hides in shoes, urging repeal to spur foreign trade and lower prices for the public.
Under a top editorial heading the weekly Derr notes the Hon. James Cooney of Saline county announces his candidacy for Congress in the district. The article states Cooney was elected to Congress, signaling his bid to return to public office.
A fragmented note describes Madgwe DeVere as a valiant figure praised by many including likely experts in her public profile. The text suggests recognition of her prowess and influence within a community.
A historical item reports the place formerly named Lasbon is now Napoleon. It notes a new tri-weekly mail route from Napoleon to Independence, starting with departures on alternate Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Other notes include weather, river conditions, and local events such as an assault on Mr Ahrens’ home and a pastor's report for the local Presbyterian church.
Marriages near Bridgton and Independence are recorded with names and dates, featuring James V. Weatlake and Lizzie K Palmer, Theodore S Gray and Mary A Powell, Edward O Donnell and Mary Rengherrehan. The Lexington to St Louis railroad track-laying resumes after a three-month delay, with track install and uneasy prospects for service as engineers remain in the field.
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