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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1907
Page
6
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Editors summarize national political chatter on Knox and Tufts, Harriman letters, tariff revision delays, Cortelyou as a GOP nominee, and platform debates. Mention Cummins and Bryan interviews on railroad regulation, rail revision, and trust restraint, noting voter tolerance for party performance.
The Kansas City Star quotes Gow erdon arguing Roosevelt opposed tariffs and endorsing Taft as a second choice. It notes Taft’s alignment with the President, critiques tariff revision, and cites James J. Hill urging U S waterways improvements to relieve rail traffic, referencing a St Louis to New Orleans channel and heavy freight capacity.
The Jackson County court approves using crude petroleum to dustproof and strengthen county roads. The method, used in France, Canada, and Kentucky, aims to reduce dust and water damage, increase road durability, and lessen roadbed sinking in wet areas, though it may leave an oily residue on clothing.
Governor Folk weighs commuting Spaughs sentence and argues life imprisonment may better teach the sacredness of life than state executions. He notes public opinion wavers on harsh punishment, suggests deeper study of crime treatment and questions terror tactics in crime control.
The article argues William Cowherd as the most qualified Democratic candidate to win the nomination and general election for Governor next year. It notes past Democratic discord, urges careful consideration of capable veterans, and asserts Cowherd’s fitness to lead the state with public support and credit.
The piece lauds Mr Cowherd as an experienced non factional Democrat, a fighter willing to lead Lafayette County and the state. It notes his integrity, private life, and engaging address, arguing he can unite Democrats and champion the party’s best causes amid undefined campaign conditions.
A Kansas City resident Mr Cowherd is urged to run for Missouri governor in 1908 with backing from factions loyal to Folk and Polk. The editorial praises his talent and record, urging his name be entered to propel the party to victory. Also noted: Philadelphia fur trade in catskins, ancient canal ideas, Nebuchadnezzar, and Ireland sending millions of fowls to England.
The Lexington District in Lafayette County Missouri invites bids under the 1907 state act to select and adopt textbooks from the authorized state list for five years. Bids due August 16 1907. proposals include primers readers geographies grammars histories civics dictionaries and various school texts with sample exchanges and contract terms. secretary J Bandon signs notice.
Notice is hereby given that Jatia A West, residing in Hib, is in administration of the estate of Hib want. The probate court of Lalayatie county issues the letters testamentary to the administrator. If such claims are not exhibited within two years from publication, they shall be barred. Dated this 5th day of May, 1880. HOS. & WEST, Administrators.
A letter from Hanker in Hometown Cal recounts an incident outside an office last week where Sherman Johneon allegedly insulted and bit the writer on the nose during a dog fight. The writer says many would seek arrest for assault and battery, but chooses to let Johneon’s conscience be the judge.
A lawyer argued law is not an art during an art society dinner toast. Jerrold sharply interjected the word Black. The piece notes Joy, Virtue, and Virtus in a reflective, clipped prose fragment from a 4-Van Dyke source.
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