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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1916
Page
7
Missouri readers learn how land banks abroad boosted farmer prosperity through long term loans at low interest. Gardner's plan, modeled on European success, would provide 3-4 percent rates, 30–65 year terms, and a funded reserve to protect the state while aiding Missouri farmers without tax impact.
In an interview with the Hannibal Journal Col. Fred D Gard ner says a Democratic win is likely in November and that he is focused on state business rather than personal political gain. He claims strong Gardner for governor support and anticipates nomination if deemed best for party victory.
County bankers deny opposition to Gardner’s Land Bank bill while noting banks rarely loan on real estate. Farmers seek cheap, attainable money and trust banks less than political chatter. Gardner supporters claim farmer Democrats in Randolph County and other regions back his candidacy, boosting Gardner sentiment.
The lesson promotes Gardner state land bank to aid farmers sons by providing long term loans up to 26 years at low rates. It outlines loan uses including paying liens and buying stock, with a bank run by state officials and county appraisals. It links farm access to reduced country hardship, population shifts, and lower living costs.
A Missouri newspaper editorial notes that the Times seeks fair play for all guber natorial candidates amid circulating claims about Gardner’s political loyalties. It asserts the paper’s neutrality in pre primary coverage and the wide debate over Democratic voters’ choice.
Mr and Mrs J T Cauthen traveled to Buckner for a morning visit Then Mrs Cauthen plans a trip to Swain Kansas This item also lists a Missouri Pacific timetable with West Bound 5 A M and East Bound 9 05 A M and 48 PM marks
A Missouri primer explains the Gardner Land Bank concept aimed at easing farm debt. It argues four and five percent rates, twenty five year terms, and state backing would boost farm capital, reduce interest, and expand land ownership while funding bonds and bank operations.
Mrs W P Ford traveled to Wellington on Sunday morning for a social visit, staying briefly with local acquaintances and returning home in the afternoon.
Miss Mary Vaughan departed Saturday on a visit to St Louis. The trip is described in brief society notes from the local newspaper, noting travel and expected return dates as information.
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