12 May 1916
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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1916
Page
1
In a political letter, C. W. Hamlin’s challenger emphasizes extensive legislative experience in Missouri. He cites bills passed and supported, including rail and consumer protections, public works, and election reforms, arguing readiness to serve in Congress and urging voters to support the candidate.
In the Criminal Court Judge Rich presided Thursday. Corrine Dean fined 100 dollars and costs and paroled for a charge described as Sault to kill. Lee Gulley rape and assault to rape set for August 10 but continued due to sickness. James Strong of Dover charged with receiving stolen chickens set for August 9. W C Henry, arrested for breaking into an automobile, sentenced to two years, taken to Jefferson City. Death notices follow: Annie Doelling, born 1884, died after months of illness. survived by sisters Lydia, Ida, and Mrs. Schwengerdt. Arthur Johnson, former Lexington citizen, died in St. Louis. funeral held in Lexington.
Missouri Attorney General and Democratic gubernatorial candidate John T. Barker will speak in Lexington on May 19 at 2 30 p m. The upcoming address is expected to highlight campaign priorities and state issues.
E N Hopkins traveled to Waverly for a Friday business engagement. He conducted meetings, assessed local operations, and returned the same day with plans for ongoing collaboration.
Gracelinda C. Jameson of Lexington Missouri stood among the hundred most likely film subjects in the Beauty and Brains contest run by World-Equitable Motion Picture Corporation and Photoplay Magazine. Judge Lillian Russell selected her for the final elimination among eleven U S and one Canada winner slated for New York training and possible permanent stock roles.
Hundreds of visitors last Wednesday caused shock by using the United States flag to mark home plate at the new Athletic ball park. The act, though thoughtless, violates the flag’s revered status and echoes norms from West Point and Army posts requiring proper respect for the colors. The piece condemns those who allowed the flag’s use and urges loyal patriotic regard.
Constable Irving Hodges of Dover brought George Carey to Lexington Thursday and placed him in Uncle Williams hotel. Carey is charged with stealing chickens.
Mr and Mrs Aubrey Wright observed their wooden anniversary on May 3 with a gathering of friends at their home on Sixteenth and Onedin Streets. The couple has been married five years and guests left saying the evening was most delightful.
The son will be among the successful entrants and the winning candidates will be announced across the country early in June. The statement signals a coordinated national result release and aligns with the planned June timing.
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