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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1903
Page
6
A jumble of quips from various papers delivers light humor on everyday quirks and social foibles. Notes include barbershop chatter, club behavior, mistaken phrases, and quirky misunderstandings about fashion, clocks, weddings, and wealth.
Washington Star notes amused witnesses in a criminal court scene who try to impress with large words they misunderstand. A colored youth stayed in a witness room saying he would give his declaration there. An elderly colored woman sparked laughter by denying she would tell falsehoods before the congregation.
A London Tit Bits tale shows Mrs Jennings keeping all in order for her husband. He belittles her help and loses his way on a 25 mile ride. On a bank he finds a garbled map marked with a clothing size, revealing his misplaced certainty.
Bel gian engineer Tobiansky develops a process that forces smoke through a coke filled tower to absorb vapors and produce pyrogas. The gas is captured in a gasometer and used in Welsbach burners or gas engines, potentially turning garbage and low grade fuel into light and power.
The item highlights a tongue in cheek note about money driving men to dig for wealth, reflecting a belief that love of money is the root of evil while people continue pursuit despite warnings.
Adolph Klauber notes in Philadelphia Ledger that Opie Read curates most tales about eastern Tennessee natives. He cites The Starbucks setting in a remote mountainous area and recounts Jasper Starbuck and hog thief Jim Jackson in a rustic hog deal tale. The scene emphasizes primitive, ingenuous local color and a comic deal to share hogs.
Public notice in Lafayette County Missouri court proceedings informs defendants of a divorce and property action. The plaintiff seeks title determination of land derived through James Fugue deceased and requests appearance at the next term to defend or forfeit rights. Publication runs four weeks per law with a true copy on file. Campbell, Circuit Clerk.
Order of publication in Lafayette County Missouri for Kate Wont seeking a divorce from Wogtin. Defendant alleged not a Missouri resident. Publication ordered four weeks in the Lutayonte News for Lexington area, with defense response due by the next term. The court sets August term in Lexington and requires service by publication.
A hold of a bond in Latayaco County Missouri is scheduled for payment. The May court session in Lexington will determine forfeiture and lien actions on the property.
Administrators notice announces grant of administration on the estate of George We Marais deceased by the probate court of Tafayatte county Missive OAL Rone. Creditors must file claims within one year to be allowed, else barred. two year limit from letters date to avoid forfeiture. This • day of May, Lint, F M LEN, Public Administrator, Baits
Letters testamentary for the estate of Ewing deceased were granted in Lafayette county Mississippi. All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them for allowance within one year from the date of letters or they may be barred from any benefit. Claims not exhibited within two years from the letters will be forever barred. Dated May 1. Hathaway Stockton, Executor.
An old style advertisement promotes Botanic Blood Balm as a cure for ulcers skin diseases and numerous ailments. It offers free samples by mail and requests applicants to represent a wealth business house with weekly pay, plus expenses, and provides company addresses in Atlanta Chicago and mentions a meat market ad copy.
A Washington Star interview with a hotel clerk describes a western attorney guest conducting self experiments to reduce perspiration. He claims salted almonds after meals suppress the urge to sweat, allowing free movement without heavy sweating in warm weather.
In Lafayette County Missouri the state court issues a notice to unknown heirs of Hiram L. Arion and to the defendants that a tax suit has been filed by J. J. Palkerson collector. The property described is 100 acres in the northeast quarter of the southwest quarter of section seven in town two. The suit demands payment of back taxes for years 1893 1900 1906 with costs and interest. If defendants do not appear by the time of the next term at Lexington court house on or before the last day of the term the petition will be confessed and a sale of the property will proceed. Publication in Weekly Intel and other local papers for four weeks prior to the next term. Attest J. H. Campbell Clerk. Lyons attorney for plaintiff. 5-dori
The document announces a court order in Lennington City for a tax sale on delinquent property. It details the case against William W. Bailey and others, describes the lands to be sold in Laurel County, and mandates publication for four weeks prior to the next term.
In the court of Misoutea County a tax lien case against Kristopher Wali and others seeks a remedy to satisfy delinquent taxes on real estate. The notice orders a judgment, sale of property if unpaid, and publication in The Weathy Intelligence for four weeks before the next term. It lists defendants and parcels, with court dates and publication requirements.
The State of Missouri sues Kathe Green Francis A. Davis and W A Redd Trustee in Lafayette County to collect taxes interest and costs on specific parcels in Waverly Many state Mississippi style garbled. The suit seeks judgment for seven hundred dollars and costs and may require sale of the described real estate to satisfy the judgment. Defendants are notified to appear at the next term of the circuit court in the county courthouse.
Public record notice from Lafayette County Missouri court ordering publication to notify John T. Graves and others of a petition seeking a judgment on delinquent real estate taxes. The notice details the property description, the court date, and publication requirements in The Weekly Publication for four consecutive weeks.
The State of Missouri initiates a civil case against Parole Wilkow and W. G. Jennings to obtain a judgment for fines and costs related to delinquent real estate in Lafayette County. The court orders publication in The Weekly Interchange and requires the defendants to appear or answer at the next term, with a copy of the notice published four times. The action includes sale of specified properties and payment of penalties, with court costs and fees.
Legal notice from Lafayette County Missouri detailing a suit by Mary Groves against an unnamed defendant to recover debt, mention of property in Higginsville area, court order for sale of real estate to satisfy judgment, court term to begin August in Lexington, publication in weekly papers, with costs and attorney info.
The State of Misourd requests a judgment against John Morgan Detouant for unpaid taxes and interest on land in Lafayette County Missouri for the years 1847 1949 and 1950 and costs. The notice directs appearance at the next term in Lexington with a four week publication and a true copy issued by Chis Lyons attorney for the plaintiff.
A Rochester NY employer seeks reliable workers for regular pay with weekly wages and favorable terms. The Brown Brothers Company advertises steady positions with quick advancement and orderly shifts, inviting applicants for June hires and long term employment.
The State of Missouri and Lafayette County seek a tax deed via a circuit court petition against J.J. Palkersi and others for the real estate in Losington, Missouri. The court notes unpaid taxes, interest, penalties, and costs, with failure to respond leading to a default judgment and a public sale order to follow in the county seat.
The document announces a circuit court action in Lafayette County Missouri with Mary Hashes and Jalia An Fie as plaintiffs or parties, detailing a legal process, publication orders, and a summons to appear in court at Lexington on a specified August term. It references a writ of process, bond, and publication in local papers for public notice.
A damaged civil court petition from Lafeyette County Missouri names William Stone as defendant and seeks a judgment for five hundred ninety five dollars with costs and interest. The notice directs appearance in August and publication in The Weeky Intelligencer for four weeks prior to the next term, with counsel listed.
A court notice from Lafayette County Circuit Court April term orders defendant Albert I Schultz to answer a petition for taxation related judgment. It details described real estate in Lafayette County, the amount due four dollars and eighty seven cents, interest and costs, and a sale if not answered by the term’s end. The notice cites publication in the local paper and names Charles Lone as attorney for the plaintiff, Flannel?
Notice to Lafayouye county farmers and nearby villagers promotes a meal deal at the Commercial Hotel. It promises good parlors and waiting room, courteous treatment, and meals likely priced around 250. Proprietor B. M. Goon advertises the establishment.
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