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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1920
Page
2
Isxited weekly on Fridays with subscription at 1.50 per year paid in advance. Entry noted as second class mail matter at the Lexington Missouri Post Office.
A brief directive states that communications to into print from The Intelligencer must be signed by the author. The note emphasizes accountability and clear attribution for published material.
We announce J L Kenney as candidate for Assessor Lafayette County subject to Democratic voters in the August 3 1920 primary. J B Hereford of Odessa seeks State Senator Sev enteenth District subject to Democratic primary. Also announced for Lafayette County Sheriff and Treasurer subject to Democratic voters in the August 3 1920 primary with partial text remaining.
The Prohibitionists failing to make him the issue with either party have another chance with the Committee of 45 now in session at Chicago. The Louisiana legislature adjourned without ratifying the federal woman suffrage amendment. There is no thought, however, of postponing the general election on that.
James M Cox of Dayton writes his self portrait for the Congressional Directory detailing his background from Butler County Ohio. Born March 31 1870 near Jacksonburg he worked as a farmer's boy newsboy printer's devil and reporter. He notes marriage and three children and mentions ownership in Dayton.
The Dayton Daily News and The Springfield Daily News publisher was elected to the Sixty first Congress with 32,524 votes, defeating John E. Harding, William G. Frizell, Howard Caldwell, and Henry Thompson. Re-elected to the Sixty second Congress with 31,539 votes to Geo. I. Young's 18,750. In Congress he served on the House Committee on Appropriations, noted as a key, exclusive panel.
The article states that temporary appetite loss is not serious and that skipping meals can restore hunger. It recommends five hours between meals, reasonable exercise, and addressing constipation if present. A dose of Chamberlain's Tablets is advised to correct constipation and restore appetite.
Rainfall measured 1.15 inches on Monday night. Mrs J B Jenkins returned Thursday evening after a short visit with relatives in Waverly.
An assessment notes a two year relief from a severe summer complaint using Chamberlain Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy. Mrs Henry Jewett of Clark Mills N Y praises its speed and urges families to keep the remedy on hand. Also mentions that Mr and Mrs Geo Fawks and Mr and Mrs W J Chinn visited Carrollton with friends. Mrs C M Jesperson of Anniston Ala arrived to attend to her sister Mrs W M Groves.
An advertisement touts Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy as a trusted cure praised by users. It urges readers to try the medicine when a remedy is needed and closes with a promotional tone.
For sale items include an upright folding bed and a fresh milk cow with Rich milk. Also offered is 25 yards each of carpet and matting at No 285 North 16th St with phone 661. A good milk cow and residence in Southside Addition offered by Ed Long, phone 589 Red. Also a lost .32 calibre rifle on the station platform wrapped in brown paper. contact 909 South St for reward.
A four year old Jersey cow will be fresh this Fall and currently yields 214 gallons of milk. Inquiries to Hugh Ellis at Estill Heights or by phone 499 Black. Listing date 7-12-1w.
Kenny Transfer Company offers prompt baggage service to and from stations. Call us when you move for quick pickup and delivery.
The fourth Earl of Sandwich, born November 8, 1718, popularized the bread and meat combo. His habit to command slices of bread and ham during gambling bouts led others to adopted the term sandwich, shaping a quick noon meal for modern bustle.
In Leicester England an inn on a wall displays evolving lines from locals each claiming to serve all. A pastor wishes for all, a lawyer for all, a farmer for all, a soldier for all, and an unknown writer ends with I take them all the devil. The host hangs the sign The House of All Five Ex, signaling no partiality.
Mrs Peter Hale travels to Kansas City to visit relatives while Miss Jennie Brightwell of San Diego visits friends in the city. Summer complaints are less deadly now with Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy used with castor oil and proper diet, claimed to have a 99 percent recovery. Mr W G Campbell of Butler Tenn endorses the remedy for summer child diarrhea. Ady.
Mrs J Blaine Wise of Marianna Pa arrived Monday evening to visit her father Dr Geo W Bates and other relatives, sharing time with the Bates household and kin.
A Kokomo, Indiana woman describes drastic improvement after taking Cardui for irritable nervous symptoms before and during pregnancy. She notes headaches backaches and stomach upset eased, energy returned, and she remains well after using the tonic. Many grateful letters from others follow.
Ed Barnett who accompanied his wife's body here for burial departed Thursday for his Portland Oregon home. Mr and Mrs Marvin Bryant of Malta Bend and Edward Lee of Gilliam came Monday evening to visit relatives in the area.
Mr. and Mrs. D. W. Sherman announce the birth of a son named Warren on Thursday July 15 1920. The notice notes travel plans and visits among families including Mrs. G. W. Shull and daughters Louise and Virginia with Mrs. Newell Shull, and future trips to Colorado. Other relatives from Globe Arizona and Seattle are mentioned in association with M. C. McFadin and family.
The Chillicothe Business College launches a summer advertising push this week with 60,000 circulars mailed. The effort aims to boost enrollment through widespread promotional work and newspaper insertion.
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