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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1917
Page
3
BiAn's Liniment for Rheumatism and Sloan's Liniment are advertised as fast acting external remedies for pains neuralgia lumbago sprains bruises and over exertion. The ads claim quick penetration soothing relief and cleaner use with bottles priced at 50 cents and one dollar.
Mrs O A Henderson returns to her Kansas City home Sunday evening after visiting Mr and Mrs William and Mrs George D Little. Mrs Little left Saturday for St Louis to visit her sons.
An old advertisement urges early care for colds after bathing or drafts. It promotes Dr. King's New Discovery as a soothing balsam that reduces inflammation and repairs tissues, claiming safety in treatment and urging purchase from druggists for 60 cents to 1 dollar.
Mrs J H Vanderbergh left for El Paso Texas for a month long visit with her husband. Miss Frances Young spent Sunday in Higginsville and Mrs M H Shorter of Sedalia arrived for a visit with her grandparents Mr and Mrs B M Bowware.
Croup and whooping cough relief advertised for children's diseases. Hinweise praise its effectiveness in loosening mucous and easing breathing with soothing balsams. Keeps in the house for colds and bronchial troubles. At your druggist 25c. Local society notes mention Mr and Mrs J W Scott visiting St Louis and Misses Louise Reynolds and Olivia Bartels in Higginsville.
The item warns constipation shortens life and harms health. It promotes Dr King's New Life Pills as a remedy offering prompt relief without griping and claims to improve tone, complexion, and overall wellbeing. Available from druggists for 25 cents.
Misses Edith Burton and Louise McDonald spent Saturday with Miss Mary Starke in Win ton. Mr Edward Aull and Edward Jr went to Kansas City for the day.
A few Poland China sows offered by A P Young near Prairie Church. Listing notes they will furrow shout in mid summer.
Washington reports Herbert Hoover announced the nation will mobilize the housewives as part of the food administration. Enrollment runs July 1 to 46 under the Council of National Defense and state councils, inviting women to register for national service in conservation and waste elimination. Hoover urged sacrificing, saving bread, and careful food management to increase wheat supplies and reduce costs, stressing the vital role of women in sustaining food during wartime.
Petrograd June 10. The all-Russian Congress of Workmen and Soldiers delegates from across Russia appears ready to replace the local Council of Workmen's and Soldiers' Delegates in Petrograd. Two leading parties oppose continued war and favor immediate Russia action. Social Democrat delegates backed an immediate appeal by Russia 75 to 65 in secret Saturday ballot.
Washington June 19 official British figures show the German U boat toll over four months as 322 vessels over 1600 tons and 190 under 1600 tons. British steam fishing vessels sunk numbered 76. Saline fishing vessel records are incomplete but a three week total was 78. Submarines attacked 290 ships without success.
Petrograd reports the duma in secret session adopted a resolution for an immediate Russian offensive and a separate peace with Germany or prolonged gelatinity on the battle front. The note says the move is treason against Russia’s peasants and that the safety of Tsarist lines hinges on current allies.
Secretary Nad ordered coordinated production to meet huge fuel needs and set fair rates, with prices to be announced later by the President as wartime war control moves proceed. Reports also note Japanese U-boat activity and British countermeasures in the Atlantic amid ongoing naval warfare.
Former Secretary Hoover told Congress that food control aims risk creating a national dictatorship and that rising prices stem from speculate ment and distribution profits. He urged careful reform, warned against monopolies, and suggested commissions to regulate production and pricing amid widespread profits above normal in the canning and food sectors.
London dispatch reports Admiral William Sims authorized to command Allied naval forces in the English theaters. Navy department granted broad powers to act with initiative, while awaiting official word on his precise duties and scope of operations.
Washington reports April 20 allowing for a tally of 6 614 811 registered men at General Crowder's office as wartime draft revives yet warnings go to registrants absent or drafting to ensure full compliance. The draft will proceed with likely consequences for noncompliance and future service.
Fragmentary phrasing describes a legal matter involving individuals and an allegation of wrongdoing. The readable portions hint at ownership or authorship disputes and possible court action. Detailed facts are not recoverable from the damaged OCR.
Dr M P Ravenel of the University of Missouri warns that the common housefly is a persistent pest in the region due to damp spring conditions. The article outlines dangers from contamination and describes traditional and chemical methods to prevent hatching, including hellebore powder and lime solutions, emphasizing minimizing fly exposure.
Missouri crop prospects are fair with some exceptions. Heavy rains and storms paused farming in late May. Despite planting advances, corn stands at only 4 percent of normal, risking a second season of field work. Local districts report mixed results with some areas showing strong stand viability. Two indictments tied to a slush fund and perjury cases emerge from state investigations.
The first Winbauh train from Kansas City to St Louis was wrecked by a broken rail near Montgomery. Several persons were injured and six cars left the track.
The Rev George Campbell of Hon Nidal led the State Ministerial Association of the Chrin iin TON by the end of the Mah sevelon convention at Dexley. Other officers named include James Williams of Joplin as vice president and B D Abbott of St Louis and Boonville as treasurer. A memorial note recalls J Johnson a student of former Gientepant Chirza 2. Johveon, who died after an automobile accident while driving.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a wig gift and references Washington and a person named Wend. No clear event date, organization, or full names are readable. the passage is largely garbled.
Chillicothe Business College offers guidance for underage or physically unfit men facing army service. The note promises tuition resumption if drafted and invites letters on the topic. Mrs Johnson and daughter left for Chicago with Miss Maxine King accompanying them to Kansas City.
Wilmot Kenney of Kansas City arrived Saturday for a few days visit with his parents. Our bake shop offers cakes and bread with a focus on perfect satisfaction. Call 399 or S99 for bake shop products and be convinced by our continued patronage.
Letters of Administration for the estate of J Predéricl Kroener were granted May 1817 by the Probate Court of Lafayette County Missouri. All persons with claims must present them within six months for allowance or be barred from benefits. Claims not exhibited within one year from publication may be precluded.
Letters of Administration granted for the estate of Marius Poudevigne deceased by the Lafayette County Probate Court. Creditors must file claims within six months, otherwise barred. claims not exhibited within one year from last publication are forever barred. Dated April 26, 1917. Albert Poudevigne, Administrator.
Testamentary letters issued May 19 1917 by the Lafayette County Missouri Probate Court to Marie Catherine Teincurf Executrix. All creditors must present claims within six months or be barred. failure to do so bars any benefit from the estate. Publication date May 19 1917.
Notice announces the regular annual meeting of stockholders of Lexington College for Young Women in Missouri. The session at H. C. Wallace’s office on Main Street Lexington occurs Friday 15th 1917 at 2 PM to elect trustees and approve the college report, with other business to come before the stockholders. Secretaries Henry C. Wallace and N. R. Y. Chiles sign the notice dated August 25 1917.
Executor WALTER B. WADDELL announces probate letters on May 18 1917. All creditors must file claims for allowance within six months or be barred. failure within one year from last publication bars. Lafay ette County Probate Court statement records the testamentary proceeding.
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