Origin of the Gardner land bank bill in Missouri
A St. Louis report recounts Col. Fred Gardner’s years long effort to win farmer loans at fair rates through a Gardner land bank bill. After visiting Europe to study rural credits, Gardner had lawyers draft a measure passed by the Missouri legislature and signed by the governor. The proposal would go before voters as a constitutional amendment at the November election to avoid court challenges.
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Gardner Land Bank
Missouri
Fred Girdner
St. Louis
Gard- Weill
Garner
Europe
House
Senate
Gardner
St. Louis Star
Gardner Not a Politician Statesman Profile
An endorsement-style portrait contrasts a politician with a statesman. Col Gardner is praised for honesty courage generosity and a people centered approach. The piece lauds his understanding of political issues diplomatic nature and sincerity.
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Politeian
Col. Gardner
Gol. Gardner
Col Gardner
Genila
Not the Single Tax Says Missouri Farmers Endorse Gardner Land Bank Act
Edina Mo. farmer leader denounces Jefferson City claims that Gardner land bank is single tax campaigned as a lie. Missouri farmers and state organizations back the Gardner bill citing National Grange and State Grange endorsements, urge constitutional approval and tax exemptions for land bonds.
Ministers Endorse Gardner Candidacy From St Louis Clergy
A Grace Methodist Episcopal Church pastor along with other prominent St. Louis clergy endorse Col. Gardner, refuting anti temperance accusations. The letter, dated April 20 1916, states Gardner has long been a church official and moral, civic leader, and rejects claims of brewery sympathy or opposition to temperance laws.
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Grace Methodist Episcopal Church
St. Louis
Grace Methodist Espiscopal Church
St Louis
Henry T. Burckhartt
Fayette
Burckhartt
Col. Gardner
Col. Gardiner
Grace Methodist Church
Co. Gardner
WM. Wirt King
King
James W. Lee
Louis
M. EB
William C. Bitting
Paptet
George
St. Pauls’ & Church
Dan’lie
Mimouri
Phil
Perinca Cr Cwwroh
Lafayette Park
Gardner Seeks Governor Nomination Dominance
Readers note Gardner appears favored for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination as supporters argue he leads among candidates and aligns with farmers on the Gardner land law. Critics from several papers push back, while Missouri business interests urge a capable administrator to drive state development. A land bank proposal is debated as taxation policy with mortgage exemptions noted for banking support.
They All Want It Paris Appeal on Farm Loans
The Paris Appeal argues that long term farmer loans at a low rate, under the Gardner land law, should be a single tax. Shel b in a Torchngtt stresses quicker adoption is better.
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Sir-Ee
Land Bank
H. J. Blanton
Paris
Shelbina Torchngtt
Mysterious Stranger Haunts Missouri Gateway Politics
A critical note on Missouri politics describes the Republican party's precarious standing near Jefferson City. The text laments waning hope for the campaign and suggests the party faces renewed challenges as it contends with opposition and public sentiment.
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Missouri
Republican Party
Jefferson City
A Right, Not a Privilege in Rural Credit Legislation
Rural credit legislation is described as vital as farmers push for equal access to loans. The text frames borrowing fairness as a right, not a privilege, contrasting rural lenders with manufacturers mills and merchants. It emphasizes ending discrimination against farmers seeking to develop and sustain their business.
Young Men's Democratic Clubs of Missouri Foster Youth Involvement
The Young Men's Democratic Clubs of Missouri prove a success by drawing young voters into the party, giving them belonging and influence, and teaching loyalty and self reliance. The article urges every precinct to form such organizations and start first time voters right.
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Democratic Clubs
Missouri
Citisen
Missouri Republicans Fearful Outlook for 1916 Campaign
Rumors circulate that 1916 may be a poor year for Republicanism in Missouri. Candidates show waning enthusiasm as the campaign approaches, and the once confident party tone appears to fade amid diminishing prospects.
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Missouri
1916
Gardner and Politicians Ride Gardner for Governor Wagen
Democratic politicians across the state scramble to join the Gardner for Governor effort. The push emphasizes backing a businesslike administration and unity behind Gardner, hoping he maintains the core American justice argument as his guiding principle.
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Gardner
Col Gardner's Democracy A St. Louis Letter Defends Gardner
A Missouri Democrat defends Col John L Martin against a 1912 sketch in Book of Prominent St Louisans. The letter asserts Gardner's loyalty, cites personal ties and campaigns with Bryan, and names witnesses including Judge Claiborne and Frank M Kleiber to support Gardner's Democratic record.
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John L Martin
St. Louis
Baltimore
John
Roberta
Roberts
Col. Gardner
Gardner
Woodrow Wilson
Missouri
Bryan
Judge Claiborne
Frank M. Kleiber
Bass
A. C. Robinson
Democratic National Committee
Ed, Noonan
Rolla Wells
John H. Simon
Fisk
Nicholas M. Bell
Fred Gardner
Atatarme
Mase
How to Obtain Good Earth Roads
A compact guide on earth road construction and maintenance. It discusses locating the best route drainage and grading, and two main maintenance methods: road dragging and oiling. Dragging after rain prevents mud and dust, costing about 2.50 per mile annually. Oil options include asphalt and parquet base lubricants, with proper harrowing rolling and dust removal for effective saturation.
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University of Missouri
Middle West
John Bowman Returns From Elks Convention in Moberly
John Bowman attended the Elks Convention in Moberly and returned home Friday morning.
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John Bowman
Elks
Moberly
Bour Returns From Trip To Rock Island And Dayton
V C B Bour came home Friday morning from a trip to Rock Island Illinois and Dayton Ohio Mrs Ora Rex also returned Friday morning from a visit in Corder Mrs C T Ryland and Mrs C O Willson went to Kansas City Friday for a brief visit
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Rock Island
Ill
Dayton
Ohio
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