Announcements for Lafayette County political candidates
Authorized notices list multiple candidates for state and county offices in Lafayette County. James P. Chinn, Frank Bowman, A. Caristy, Charles S Mitchell, W. A. Waddell, Winfield Peacock, George Sullivan, G C Masquis, C Krith MacMillan, and Bate Drummond are named as Democratic primary or party-approved nominees for positions including State Senator, Representative, Sheriff, Clerk, Prosecution Attorney, and Treasurer with primary dates in August 1908 and related actions to be determined by the Democratic party.
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James P. Chinn
Pelmiary
Auguat Duh
Vike
Aynoupes
D. A. Caristy
Lacislatore
Democratic Party
Sheary Weart
George Sullivan
AtscHact
Lafayette County
Deuiniverktte Party
Ca Krith
Bate
Drummond
Higginsville fair week after next outlook
The Democratic outlook improves daily as Higginsville prepares for fair week. Bryan will deliver his acceptance speech without needing approval, with phonograph companies enabling public listening this summer. Republicans, claiming past wins justify victory again, face a shrinking argument.
Republicans Aim to Carry Oklahoma Campaign Laugher
A humorous campaign note suggests the Republicans will try to carry Oklahoma, reflecting light political satire of the era and the enthusiasm of party supporters in the state capital and rural counties.
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Oklahoma
Servant Girl Arrested in New York for Working Too Much
A servant girl was arrested in New York recently for overworking. The incident is framed as illustrating why New York is a crowded, bustling city.
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New York
Taftia’s faith not to deter voters, says editor
The article argues that Mr Taftia is not an orthodox Christian and that should not turn voters away. It asserts that his faith should not influence the electorate’s judgment and emphasizes a separation of religion from political choices.
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Taftia
Mayview Celebrates Day With Community Event
Mayview hosts a local celebration inviting residents to join the day’s activities. The note mentions meeting any county candidates to get acquainted, encouraging civic engagement and neighborhood connection.
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Mayview
Public rhetoric and the president’s speechwriting standard
Many people argue that the U S president should be a man who can write his own speeches, reflecting expectations of direct authorship and personal voice in leadership communication.
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The
United States
Last Wednesday Night Screenings, Concerts, and Church Prayers
A brief item notes two moving picture shows, a band concert, and prayer meetings held at every church last Wednesday night, reflecting a lively communal schedule despite the calendar.
Lexington Town Echoes In Quiet Aftermath
A fragmented local piece reflects on Lexington’s stillness and questions political branding. The commentary notes David A. Ball backing the Kansas City Star and hints at Republican strategy, suggesting Bryan could prevail if less vocal. It recalls a silent candidate from four years prior.
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David A. Ball
Kansas City Star
Puzsuing
Bryan
Court reverses 329 million Standard Oil fine ruling
The court that overturned the 329 million penalty against Standard Oil is described as Republican in composition, enabling Mr. Rockfeller to make a sizable liberal campaign contribution.
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Standard Oil Company
Rockfeller
Primary day set for week from next Tuesday
Notice urges voters to examine the ticket for unfamiliar names and get acquainted with candidates. It stresses knowing whom to vote for and to be sure of choices before primary day.
Political rhetoric on African American vote analyzed
A commentator argues that claims Democrats cater to the negro vote are unfounded and asserts Republicans push similar messaging to appeal to Black voters, criticizing sycophantic tactics used by their own candidate.
Folk’s Denver Convention reception viewed with mixed notes
The Stone men were present but Folk was largely ignored by some reports while Folk followers claim he drew strong praise second only to Bryan. Collier’s Weekly omits Folk from convention headlines and calls much of the seconding oratory unnecessary, suggesting Folk’s speech was not notably newsworthy.
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Denver
Folk
Bryan
Colier
Campaign Fund Publicity Questioned By Public Opinion
A historical column cautions that pre election disclosure of Republican campaign contributors would mislead voters less than post election disclosure. It recalls Parker’s 1904 accusations against Republicans and Roosevelt’s role in an insurance probe, arguing timing shaped outcomes and that donors should be revealed only after voting.
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Taftin
Alton B. Parker
Republican Campaign Committee
Parker
Roosevelt
Judge Parker
Blues Extend Win Streak Amid Slipped Standings
The Kansas City Blues have won nine straight games and sit near sixth place as they continue their familiar steady play, maintaining momentum despite a slight drop in position.
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Kansas City Blues
Collier's exposes Senator Stone with weak critique
A long critique of Collier's Weekly expose on Senator Stone describes the piece as prejudiced and weak, noting it focuses on vague charges and a baking powder story. The writer argues Folk’s record is underexamined and Missouri deserves fair, balanced coverage from a national weekly.
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Senator Stone
Collier's Weekly
Collier's
Hopkins
Penrose
Senate
Senator Long
Stone
Falls All Stone
Missouri
Folk
William Joel Stone
Mark Sullivan
Mr. Stone
Sullivan
Kansas City
Aggie Myers
Phelps
St. Louis
Shannon
New York
Mr. Folk
Collier’s
Pennsylvania
Jefferson City
Future sports may rival baseball, but not soon
A reflective line notes that another day a different sport might surpass baseball in popularity, yet current magnates need not fear such a shift immediately. The tone hints at ongoing dominance of baseball and evolving interest in other games. The quote underscores the resilience of traditional baseball leadership amid changing tastes.
Knights of Pythias Fare to Boston by Chicago Route
Fare of 44.10 to Boston and return via Chicago and Alton Railroad for Supreme Lodge Knights of Pythias. Tickets on sale July 20, 30, 31 and August 1, 2, 3 with return by August 16 or September 16 with nominal extra. Stopover options, routes including rally boat, call 8 A Vermillion, ticket agent GC and A Railroad, Hannsville, Mo.
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Chicago & Alton
Social notes from Liberty and Lexington visits
Wl Maness was a Grand Pass visitor Monday. Miss Grace Bassit of Liberty Mo. hosted guest Miss Georgia Weber. Charley Pauline of Kansas City visited his mother Mrs Hate Pauline. Mrs A G White and daughter were in Mareball Saturday. Robert Mott of Chicago visited his parents in Lexington. Miss Hamilton of Mr Leonard visited Mrs J W Iseral. Mrs Will Smith left for Fayette. Mrs James Exell of Monett visited her sister Mrs Charley Pettie. Mrs Willlam and Ed Long of Lexington visited their sister Mrs Chas. Mrs W Bally returned home in Warsaw after weeks with daughter Mrs H J Rand. Frank McClure visited Lexington Tuesday. Mrs Fannie Walton returned to Kansas City after weeks with daughter Mrs Warren Groves. Wood McGrew was a Lexington visitor last week.
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Wl Maness
Grace Bassit
Liberty
Georgia Weber
Charley Pauline
Kansas City
Hate Pauline
A .G. White
Mareball
Robert Mott
Chicago
Miss. Hamilton
Leonard
J. W. Iseral
Will Smith
Fayette
James Exell
Monett, Mo
Charley Pettie
Mrs. Willlam and
Ed Long
Lexington
Chas, Pettie
W. Bally
Warsaw
H. J. Rand
Frank McClure
Fannie Walton
Warren Groves
Wood McGrew
Lexington post office lists uncalled letters for July 25 1008
The Lexington post office advertises 40 uncalled letters including Rev W P Brooks Miss Jessie Chambis Mr James Clyner Mrs W B Gowns Mrs J Davis Mrs M M Dillon Jos Elenterpite and others. Delia Crowder postmaster notes letters were advertised. Also mentions Mr and Mrs W H Dotson leaving for Los Angeles and Mrs Nancie Steele visiting Marshall for the fair.
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Lexington Post Office
Brown
Wo. P. Brooks
Jessie Chambis
James Clyner
Archie Cannon
W. B. Gowns
Jarin Davis
M. M. Dillon
William Dun- Kin
John Randies
Stewart
Dave Steins
John Smith
Annie Langold
Geo. Scott
Lucida Tomler
W. B. Williatts
Delia Crowder
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Lesingian Post Office
William J. Bryan
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Frank Bowman
Representaive
Charles
Michell
Sherif
Lafayette
Weare
A. Waddell
Winweeld
Peacock Ag
Speriff
Latyette
Bell
Taeeney
Auruat
G.C. Masquis
Secutinu Attorney
Higginsville
Phonograph
Campaign Fund
Boston
A. Vermillion
GC. & A. Railroad
Hige
Insville, Mo
Waverly
W. H. Dotson
Los Angeles
Cal
Nancie Steele
Marshall
Kodol
Ec. Dewitt & Co., & CO
Chicago, NL
Crenshaw & Young's
John Heary
Snl
Haymuel Lane
Suguee
Tota
Seiter’s Market
GEO
Wittenberg
Reach
White & Kerdolff
Malta Vita
Uneeda Biscuit
J. R. Wilmot
Stalling Bros
Main Street
Lotus
Pepete
Don Gelight
Éudiomera
J. Q
Cope
W. G. McC
Anne’s Hardware Store
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