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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1903
Page
2
Fragmented OCR text touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy for disfiguring skin conditions and bodily decay across ages, claiming it purifies blood and supports overall health. The garbled passage names various ailments and extols the tonic as a cure-all without clear evidence.
Letter writers hail John Sharp Williams of Mississippi as future Democratic floor leader in the House. They commend his intellect, debate skill, and bold leadership, contrasting him with weaker figures and predicting strong party cohesion and resiliency against Republicans. Additional notes cover the 1902 educational association convention, local tax oath zeal, and Missouri school gains.
Rev. Dr. W A Bartlett at Fyst Congressional church argues lynching is not solely a race issue and condemns mob violence while calling for speedy trials for offenders. He warns against glorifying mob law and notes the emotional toll on victims and families, referencing wider social implications. Long, Stephens and others back a new Democratic club in St Louis amid machine politics. Piano tuner Norvell to visit Lexington in July with date to be announced.
Mrs Helen Cooke wife of James W Cooke died at home four miles south of this city aged sry years. Born to M dou F ind Mary M Edwards See a boro July 1 1843 Maencoum Me married Feb 15 1860. They farmed from Miss app to 1872 on same place. Ten children born three dairy in winegy. Second son James Walter aged 18 died 187 All children buried in city cemetery. Husband two sons Dr F and Vincent and four daughters Mrs F Goodbrake Alice Fannie Virgie Cooke survive. Converted to life at Bacon Chapel Shelby county Mo joined Methodist church. J A G
A historic Texas wonder hall bottle claims to cure kidney and bladder troubles. The ad promises relief from diabetes and other ailments with a two month treatment for one dollar, then lists testimonials and dealer names.
An ad offering a 64 page fully illustrated book on the new Idaho gold fields. It promises a detailed, accurate description of the region and urges Americans to buy for ten cents. The publisher or contact is partially garbled.
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