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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1903
Page
2
An old advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a tonic for nervous fatigue disturbed sleep and kidney weakness. It claims the kidneys are misnamed reins and promises direct, safest toning of these organs through its formula.
A Washington letter praises Missouri Democrat David A DeArmond as a leading thinker and skilled legislator in Congress. It notes his restraint from a speaker bid, his sharp verbal skills, and his valued role on judiciary. The piece also discusses a Moody plan to reorganize the Navy general staff and overhaul the Bureau of Navigation to reduce political influence.
Milton R. Downs died at his home in Albuquerque New Mexico on Tuesday of this week from consumption. He was an uncle of E W Yolland of this city and formerly lived in this county. He moved to Kansas City in 1879 and joined the firm Downe and Ingraham and Teasdale. In 1890 due to failing health he went to Mexico. He was described as a good lawyer and an excellent gentleman.
Climate and crop conditions show warmth improving corn and cotton yields while wheat harvest nears completion. Oats, millet, and clover yields vary by region with rust and plant lice limiting southern outputs. Potatoes, gardens, grapes, and apples show mixed prospects, with blackberries ripening and overall state yield about half a crop if rain remains adequate.
A Northern farmer notes a shift of migration and capital to the South and Southwest for pine and hardwood lands. Investors profit from Southern farms and timber, as prices rise and large tracts are acquired. The three-horse plow and early breakfasts signal agrarian productivity expanding with new regional opportunities.
The South offers a rising price outlook as railroad expansion proceeds and timber lands near white oak, ash, elm, hickory and gum trees sell from $5 per acre while valley lands fetch $10 to $30 per acre. A local traveler confirms the trend and offers to arrange rail rates through Mr. S. P. Silver.
One hundred dollars offered for any case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The ad touts Hall’s Medicine and Hall’s Family Pills, with testimonials from F. J. Cheney and others, claiming long standing trust and financial reliability. It promotes internal use and directs to Toledo, Ohio druggists.
A report from Missouri notes spraying liquid Bordeaux Mixture controls fungal diseases but is costly on large orchards. Efforts focus on a dry powder form to match the liquid’s effectiveness. Chemists at the Missouri Station seek a dustable composition with identical protection and price, spurred by many inquiries at Columbia in early spring.
A bulletin from the Missouri Experiment Station outlines a copper containing powder designed to substitute for head agents in Bordeaux mixture. Directions are provided for fruit growers and viticulturists who request the bulletin from the station director in Columbia Missouri.
Wood Pardes of this city and Miss Laura Smith of Bocnville wed quietly at Rev Howell's residence in Marshall on Monday June 29 1908. The bride is a daughter of Capt Smith ex sheriff of Cooper County and Missouri's well known man. Wood is a respected local youth noted for integrity and ability. Piano Tuner Norvell to visit Lexington in July with date to be announced.
A testimonial centered notice promotes Hall’s Great Discovery for kidney and bladder ailments. It claims cures for diabetes, rheumatism, and urinary issues in men and women, with testimonials from READ THIS read as endorsements. The ad lists Dr EB Hall as sole manufacturer and urges purchase via druggists or mail order.
An overview of poultry care emphasizes prevention of diseases through proper nutrition with milk as a valuable supplement for hens. The text praises milk form feeds for health and notes hens prefer corn, and a balanced diet boosts productivity. Odessa plans a new post office with updated furnishings. Classified ad seeks reps for a wealthy firm offering high weekly pay, household provisions, and cash from Chicago offices.
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