Authorized Lafayette County political candidates announced
We are authorized to announce J A oniusly Bie candidate for the place of Representative in the State Legislature subject to the regular action of the democratic party. We are authorized to announce Charles Mochrig as Sheriff candidate Lafayette County subject to the democratic primary election to be held Tuesday August 4 1908. We are authorized to announce W A Waddell County subject to the democratic primary election held Tuesday August 4 1908. We are authorized to announce Winbleld KKacock as Sheriff Lafayette County subject to the democratic party direction to be held Tuesday August 4. We are authorized to announce Borge Sullivan candidate for Assessor Lafayette County subject to the democratic party action.
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Frank Bowman
Democrate Party
J. A
Charles
W. A. Waddell
Lafayette County
Winbleld
Sherif
Anguat
Weare
Borge Sullivan
Fragmented remarks reflect political and cultural buzz
A collection of quick observations references Stone, James, and recital season ends, Tulsa boosters, a smiling man, Professor Bell, a steam whistle, winter’s retreat, Folk harmony, school children timing, Wm. 8. Gowherd delivering speeches, Hadley and the Republicans, Congressional Record copies in cool weather, Gov Johnson and Canada annexation talk, Gov Folk on a lady-like campaign, a Kansas City scavenger case at $1800, and the staged panic as described by Republican papers.
Weather Tests the Merry Widow Hat's Endurance
The remark notes that if the Merry Widow hat can endure the current weather, attempts at derision or facetious writing are futile.
Knickerbocker Trust Faces Questions Over Receiver Fees
The Knickerbocker Trust company paid receiver fees of 150000 dollars and was able to resume business. The case raises questions about why a receiver was appointed and what duties justified the costs.
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Knickerbocker Trust Company
Roosevelt quote fuels Cannon on Taft campaign
A snippet notes Speaker Cannon belittles the President at present but predicts Bill and Joe will seek office on the Roosevelt popularity once Taft is nominated and the Republican race gains momentum. The remark frames intra party tension as Roosevelt’s influence grows in the campaign.
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Speaker Cannon
Taft
Bill
Joe
Roosevelt
Flagman Believed Folk Ordered Out Over Salary Cut
A fragment notes a flagman who allegedly instructed Governor Folk to exit a car on Saturday, with the claim that the action followed his salary cut connected to a count law. The readable text hints at political tension and legal framing without full details.
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Folk
Not applicable violent venting aimed at a judge
A remark expresses frustration about a judge named Evans, suggesting someone attacked him with a brick not to harm him personally but to stop his monotonous patter. The statement reflects anger toward judicial rhetoric rather than a specific planned action.
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Judge Evans
Letter from J D Shewalter Sparks Democratic Views
Attention is called to the letter of J D Shewalter in another column. Most of us hardly will agree with Mr Shewalter in every particular, but his views are those of an earnest and respected element of the Democratic party.
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J. D. Shewalter
Mr. Shewalter
Democratic Party
Jefferson
Washington
Collier's Weekly Exposé Prompts Missouri Debate
Collier's Weekly has not yet published its eagerly awaited expose of Senator Stone and its defense of Governor Folk. Some wonder if Collier's writer visited Jefferson City to learn what many residents already suspect about the governor.
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Collier's Weekly
Senator Stone
Folk
Collier's Man
Jefferson City
Harmon reception shapes Folk speech reaction in Missouri
Kansas City audience greeted Judge Harmon as The St. Louis Republic reports Folk’s St Joseph talk was marked by wildly waving flags and cheering crowds. The piece contrasts the reception with Folk’s remarks amid a charged, festive atmosphere in Missouri politics.
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Kansas City
Judge Harmon
St. Louis Republic
Folk
St. Joseph
Intelligencer doubts Johnson’s Missouri chances against Bryan
The Lexington Intelligencer editors claim Governor Johnson of Minnesota had no real shot at Missouri’s delegation, insisting Bryan already holds the state. They criticize speculation about Johnson gaining Star support and note Johnson’s Kansas City visit failed to win over local figures, reaffirming Bryan’s firm lead.
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Lexington Intelligencer
Johnson
Minnesota
Bryan
Kansas City
W. R. Nelson
the Star
the Intelligencer
Missouri
Legation
Higginsville
Jeffersonilan
Mr. Coe
Judge Wallace Speech Behind Law and Temperance Plea
Judge William H. Wallace urged Sunday law enforcement and temperance with earnest, sincere rhetoric at the court house. He avoided party politics, criticized Governor Polk appointees, and suggested his gubernatorial chances hinge on campaign help and funds.
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William H. Wallace
Thomas Jefferson
Kansas City
Polk
Judge Wallace
Candidate Folk opens Missouri speech by Folie
Governor Joseph W. Folie delivers an opening address that resonates with Democratic audiences across Missouri, outlining party aims and political priorities. The remarks signal a rallying tone for supporters as the campaign advances.
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Missouri
Joseph W. Folie
Speech shatters Folk support in Missouri race
A Missouri newspaper prints a reader letter and political commentary arguing Folk is a machine politician who breaks promises. The piece cites his actions on home rule, police power, and cleaving unity in the Democratic party to warn that the party risks central control and constitutional drift. It includes a second letter urging classical federalism and cautioning against centralized power, signed by J.D. Samwarur from Independence.
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United States
St. Joseph
Commonwealth of Missouri
Mwandle
Lexington
Folk
St Louis
Kansas City
William Phelps
Folit
Democratic Party
Gibbon
Rome
Republic
Washington
Supreme Court
Missouri
O. K
Polle
Stone
Patrick Henry
J.D. Samwarur
Independence
Advertisements from Winn & Ewing and Local GrocerAds
A jumble of shop notices lists silk gloves at Winn & Ewing's and waistings at low prices. Jos Lk Long Cash Grocer promotes bulk garden seed, xxxx coffee deals, and cigars. Hinesley’s Cigar Factory advertises full operation with dealer stock. Chamberlain’s Perfect Chick Feed is pitched for chicks. Beer from Lakes Brewing Co is touted as cold and famous. Local souvenir items and canned goods from Long, Cash Grocer are advertised along with a mix of street names and dates.
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Jos
Long
Hinesley's
Chamberlain
Jos. L. Long
Minesey
Cigara
Metropolitan
Senate Chamber
Bluitt
Road Rowe
Milwaukee
Lexington
The
Ears Brewing Co
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A. W. Allen
G. R. Sellers
Publishera
Lexington Post
James Running
Tulsa
Professor Bell
Winter
Gowherd
Hadley
Republican Party
Congressional Record
Canada
England
Winn & Ewing's
Jos, Long, Cash Grocer
GEO
Wittenberg
Lexington’s
Commercial Bank
Mound City
wHiTr
Crenshaw & Young
Seiter’s Market
Jo Ro
Wilmot
W. G Mc
Catu
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