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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1903
Page
4
The Intelligencer presents a Lexington, Kentucky post office second class mail notice dated July 11, 1903, with E. X N Hopkins as business manager and editor Seale. The item records the publication’s masthead and office roles.
The piece denounces Kansas City Star and St. Louis Globe-Democrat for propagating slanders, urges Missouri Democrats to resist blackmail and not abandon trusted leaders, and calls for exposing and prosecuting boodlers while defending the current administration against Republican attacks. It argues for unity, confrontation, and punishment of corrupt actors in both parties.
An editorial from the Columbia Statesman questions Democratic endorsement of Jax W Folk for governor. It argues that failing to nominate Folk would shock Democratic prophets and suggests Democrats would exclude Folk from their considerations.
At a Lexington council meeting the South street brick paving bid runs 1.78 per square yard plus about 50 cents per front foot for edging. Comparisons with Moberly, Nevada, Warrensburg, Independence show wide price variation due to material origin and differing specs. Citizens urged to form a committee to study contracts, specs, and average prices before bids exceed set limits. The question: do residents want brick streets at this cost, and if so, ensure quality to avoid costly upkeep.
A German chemist finds a tobacco treatment that binds nicotine to render it inactive and harmless while preserving flavor. The claim suggests no blood pressure or heart irregularities with heavy use, but skepticism notes the smoker’s continued desire for stimulation remains.
A derisive attack on trust reform and baking powder profits cites Dr. Roosevelt as a quack. The text argues trusts exist for gain, calls for denationalizing them, and questions the fate of politicians like Kelly and John A. Lees if profits vanish.
The Clinton Tribune declares Judge James B. Gantt will seek the Missouri governorship as the Democratic candidate. Born in 1845 in Putnam county Georgia he served in the Confederate Army, studied law at Virginia, moved to Missouri in 1868, and has twice been elected to the supreme court. His record is described as spotless and above reproach.
A sharp critique argues Little Lonoe owes an explanation for spurning the St Louis Transit Co offer of 100000 and omitting it until the statute of limitations elapsed. The piece links current grand jury probes to Stephens administration and questions motives against Joseph Folk amid political tension.
The Brockmeyer state Republican presses shift to devote the entire front and back pages plus portions of three others and sixteen editorials to Francis, denouncing Folk with sharp epithets. Folk editorials this week are sparse, prompting questions about Brockmeyer’s stance and the cause of the switch.
Mrs KE F Doval traveled to Independence on Wednesday evening following the death of her cousin CBR Brown. The visit appears to honor family ties and reflect local mourning customs.
The article argues Mr Bryan will visit Europe for four to five months in September to study municipal government for readers of the Commoner. It questions the value of his impressions, noting his focus is action over thought and predicting limited usefulness of the forthcoming articles and book.
Citizens weigh the feasibility of a bridge and trolley to Lexington Junction and its impact on coal, retail territory, and property values. Opinions hinge on the needed bonus, such as 100000, and the potential boost to Lexington as a coal producer and school improvements. Local council recently began a ten block South Street improvement costing about 25000, funded by property owners expecting value gains.
A fragmented inquiry asks whether the matter has been presented to any person or concern accustomed to boathing such enterprise and whether harm could arise from conducting a thorough investigation and eliciting opinions from promoters.
The piece contrasts cultural quirks with economic policies, noting English withdrawal of subsidies to steamship trusts and Americans debating subsidies for large industries. It questions patriotism and wealth, mocks protectionism, and calls for sending missionaries to reform England’s policies while defending the steel trust.
The Fulton Sun praises rock pile work as a virtue promoting program. It argues hard labor deters petty crime and urges counties to employ prisoners in macadam projects, while noting J. M. Sallee withdraws from the attorney general race and remains a respected Bethany lawyer and state committee member.
The New York Evening Post reports wavering support for protection among Australian politicians led by Senator Simon Fraser. Fraser, who topped Victoria polls with near 10,000 votes, now advocates free trade citing the need to import foodstuffs as growth strains Australian markets. Protective duties once shielded domestic needs but falter as reliance on imports grows.
Hon. A. M. Dockety appoints Hoo Wy KR, painter of the Carroll County Democrat, as a member of the board of managers of the Missouri school, effective immediately.
The Paris Mercury portrays a widening Missouri political crisis tied to St Louis grand jury probes. Lon V Stephens allegedly supplied indictments to favor allies while Sam B. Cook and Col. Phelps face blame or escape. Folk’s gubernatorial ambitions loom as parties debate reform and corruption. Time will reveal true loyalties and courage.
Prairie church young ladies hosted a moonlight picnic for friends on Thursday night at Fred Young's house south of Lexington. The ideal evening featured cream and cake and drew many Lexington youths as attendees.
Jacob Fegert certify the ballot form for a Lexington Missouri special election to be held july 25 1908 in Lafayette County. The ballot follows an ordinance approved by the City Council and Mayor dated June 4 1904.
The document records Jacob Fegert, City Clerk of Lexington, stamping the official seal on July 2, 1908. The text confirms the attestation and the city office involved, indicating a formal archival entry for municipal proceedings.
Jacob Fegurt, Clerk, Lexington City, Lafayette County, certifies the ballot form for a special election. The election is authorized by ordinance approved by the City Council and Mayor, to be held in the City on the stated date in June 190.
A proposition to extend city limits was presented for consideration, outlining proposed boundary changes and potential impacts on services. Officials clarified the measure and will hold further hearings to gather public input and set a voting date.
A fragmentary testimony text records the signer acknowledging an oath or affirmation at the City of Lexington on the 2nd day of July, 1008, with a signature and official seal indicated in archaic spelling. The readable portion notes the act being performed and the city municipal context.
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