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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1908
Page
1
A large crowd gathered in Higginsville Park for a Democratic campaign opening in the 7th district. Speakers Cowherd and Hamlin praised moving the state toward November victory, with Band procession from Lexington and speeches at McCord's park and the Confederate Home.
Arrangements confirmed for a charity ball game between the Sluck and the Lexington Elks and the Kansas City Blues on Monday. Kansas City has improved greatly and is expected to pose a stiff test for the Blues as both teams seek a strong showing.
J C Collin drew attention on Main Street Thursday evening by riding an unusual single wheel bicycle. Spectators watched as he balanced on the high iron frame amid cheers and gasps. The stunt ended with observers noting the crowd’s reaction and the peculiar display.
A rubbish heap lay under the jewelry store of J. H. Briggs until Mr. Coffin purchased the lot. The vehicle was in goat condition except for tires stretched and cut down. Coffin, a trick rider, promises exhibitions after getting in practice.
Lula C. Page died August 20 1908 at her home 64 miles southeast of Odessa after a long life born November 1 1859 maiden name Lula O Richey married to Robert W Page May 7 1885 seven children six now living Walter Joe Ethel Edward three sons died in infancy three sisters survive Odessa Corder and Lexington and a host of friends She joined the Christian church in 1875
Mia Lesueur and her daughter Susie hosted about twenty young people on Wednesday evening to honor guest Miss Helen Trigg from Kansas City. The gathering featured conversation games and dancing with watermelon served.
Rev H A Young will preach at Prairie Church this Sunday September 6 detailing the spiritual service and sermon. The notice emphasizes the church gathering and devotional hour for parishioners and visitors alike.
Judge J E Burden and John Taubman were in neighboring towns yesterday. Numerous residents including J S Moorman J F Winn Elton Greer Rev J C Meyer and Miss Hattie Gordon spent time in Kansas City Higginsville Independence and Fort Scott. Several travelers departed for colleges and health trips, with Aull leaving for Charlottesville and Oscar Graendorf returning from San Francisco and Los Angeles.
Miss Alma Kincheloe and Lena Smith spent last Friday with friends. Several residents visited kinfolk and travelers from Lexington, Kansas City, and Tulsa areas. A. Keith and Geo Cumming discussed family ties as Mayview locals and relatives gathered. Miss Maud Green left for a teaching post in Galena Kansas. Local school opens next Monday. many families hosted relatives and attended social gatherings. The Corder Band announced a picnic evening at East Grove with city bands and local musicians. Rev. J.Harris delivered farewell sermon and news of pastor’s move to Bolden.
Ed Hier shipped stock to St. Louis on Thursday. J. Q. Plattenburg of Lexington was here this week. Mira and Walter Trent of near Waverly were here Wednesday. Miss Minnie Zeyning of Waverly and Dr W G Harwood had business in Lexington Wednesday. J E Henshaw and Dan Brown were in Higginsville Thursday. Miss Sallie Corbin spends the week in the country with her brother Henry. Mrs W C Barnes of near Lexington visited relatives there this Will Groves and family of Corder spent Thursday with Jessie Groves and family. Mr and Mrs Guerre of near Higginsville spent Sunday with Mrs Guerre's parents, Mr and Mrs Beck. W W Meng and J R Plattenberg came home Tuesday night from Camden County outing. Dr R E L Ritt came in Sunday from Oklahoma City to join wife and son Lee. They will return Friday. Charlie Crim arrived Sunday for a visit with wife and daughter Jessie, staying with Mrs Crim's mother, Mrs E P Cox.
A peculiar accident on the back porch of M. Ladeson’s residence on Tuesday afternoon killed two dogs. Mrs. Launs chained Spots, her fox terrier, to a post when Tuck, Nannie Steele’s Boston bulldog, tangled in the chain and strangled himself and Spots while swinging from the porch. Ladeson found the dogs dead at supper. local residents, visits, and travel noted, with several names and brief movements.
Richmond defeats Lexington 4 to 2 as Brockman holds on with two strikeouts while George Taylor leads with a triple and Fatty Owens backs him. Errors and weak fielding spur the visitors, but Richmond seizes the fourth inning to clinch the game.
The many friends of Mike Mattle Don Catron tuthisally will be glad to know that she has then engaged to take charge of the vocil department of Central college dueio the wowing year. Miss Catron is extremely pop ular in Lexbreton, which for a number of years was her home, and he has a wide reputation as a slagw aid o teacher. The management of cen tral college is indeed fortunate nae curing her services.
Mrs J Reid Rylaedt travels to her home in Mualuowery Alabama following an extended visit with her parents Mr Bl Groves and others, as reported in local notices.
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