Announcements feature Vandiver and local candidates
Authorized notices name Hon. Willard J. Vandiver of Cape Girardeau County seeking re election to Congress from Missouri s 14th district subject to Democratic convention action Merrill Pipkin of St François County seeks judge for the 27th judicial circuit subject to Democratic judicial convention Also listed are remarks on politics local ventures ship ideas and electoral happenings across Butler Perry and surrounding counties with references to Mayfield brothers and Silver Dick Bland district reports plus a note on a newspaper listing Me Corkle retired printer in Southeast Missouri history segment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willard J. Vandiver
Cape Girareau County
Fourteenth Congressional District
Merrill Pipkin
St. François County
Twenty-Seveth
Tim
Twenty-second Judicial District
Butler County
Shell
Spain seeks peaceable Cuba solution amid mixed reports
An analysis notes Spain's moderation and calls for a peaceful Cuba settlement. It mentions ongoing congressional session until a relief measure is adopted, and references conflicting reports on Cuba's governance and debt figures. Proctor provides critical views on Spanish misrule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
Congress
Cuba
Insolvency and War Costs Shape Cuban and Spanish Debts
The text details how the Cuban rebellion drove debt to 28 million dollars and Spanish finances toward ruin with 160 million in bonds, a 70 million arrears, and a taxed populace near collapse. It notes burdens rising beyond Cuba and Spain’s capacities and questions Spain’s postwar viability. It also covers Illinois Democratic resolutions backing the Chicago platform on free silver and calls for renomination of Bryan, arguing the major political divide remains fixed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
Sha
United States
Thoraing
Chicago
Wey
Diryan Imbie
Tsi
Thin County
Otoy
Virevinta
Dingley deficit dominates talks of peace and tariffs
A condensed survey of fiscal fears centers on the Dingley deficit versus peace rumors. Commentary notes the deficit's growth, tariff theories, and political blame while referencing figures like McKinley, Cleveland, and Judge Green in a landscape of shifting public opinion and misreported candidacies. The piece also records local obituaries and a misdated candidate notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dingley
Wediolius
McKinley
Atlanta Constitution
Cleveland
Bonda
Mer
Mr. Dinglay
Jane Jones Sings Lessons In History And Ambition
A poem-like piece features Jane Jones extolling study and diligence, citing Elihu Burritt and Benjamin Franklin as examples of knowledge and ambition. It contrasts these figures with Lincoln, Grant, Columbus, and Columbus’s dream, while a separate column notes a St. Louis ranges scam, a fire destroying James Grisham Jr.'s residence, and political commentary on press influence and a Kentucky fox scalps bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elihu Burritt
Jane Jones
Kentucky
Hatfield
Pike County
Reed
Onde
Washington
Maine Statesman
Our Correspondents Clubh s Creek Frog Storm Report
A cold wave hits Clubh s Creek with odd notes on local life. Hayes Null finishes corn plowing while Thomas Clubb buys hogs and Marshal Baker works for him. James Allen clears new ground and Monroe Fowler tends broom sage. A Kentucky man, Mr Hilton, homesteads 160 acres and plans a dwelling. Local youth weighings and odd sightings fill the piece.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hayes Null
Thomas Clubb
Marshal Baker
James Allen
Monroe Fowler
Hilton
Kentucky
Lewis Nall
Rufus Clopp
School talk and local notes from Castor district
A column notes school planning and family updates as Turn out, patrons of our district, and help tranqnel business. Mentions M M. Winkle visiting Castor, P A Richards clerking at Kinder Son, Miss Rachel Robins’s leave for school, A A Dino visiting his father, Harry McManus family returning from Leopold, and a general remark that many locals are candidates or teachers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M.M. Winkle
Castor
Stelle
Cora Dann
P. A. Richards
W. L. Dunn
Kinder & Son
Lutesville
Dunn
Rachel Robins
A. AL. Dino
Harry McManus
Leopold
Lutes
Dry Creek
Tum Divixsa Benn
BESSVILLE GOSSIP AND FARMING NOTES OF THE WEEK
In Bessville locals discuss water reserves for farming, while residents share town movements. William Lambaugh visits for war news. blacksmith Kirk Seabaugh and farmer Kirby Smith are noted. Marquand training trips, school plans, and railroad work are mentioned along with several residents traveling or moving. Contended talk of candidates, weather effects on fruit, and local business changes weave through village chatter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Lambaugh
Glen Allen
Marquand
Kirk Seabaugh
Fredericktown
Kirby Smith
Mayfield Creek
Roll Spain
J. M. Weller
St. Louis Monilay
Agnes Whitener
Wade Sittes
Columbus
Iron Mountain
Meldram
St. Louis
T le
Gillette Place
Patton Road
Enbony Doplé
Oliver Masters
High Zimmerman
Atkins Hite
Advance
Dixon
Groceries Atasnap Ad Offers Bargains and Trade-In
Local grocer advertises daily staple deals including Arbuckle coffee 10 lbs for 81 cents, 12 lbs green coffee for $1, 25 lbs Arm and Hammer soda for $1, 10 lbs sugar for $1, 20 lbs brown sugar for $1, 12 cans baking powder for $1, and 40 bars soup for $1. Also promotes dry goods, hats, clothing, boots and shoes at low prices, brings in St. Born & Co. Chicago tailors spring samples, offers guaranteed fit and exchange for produce. He invites barter: feathers, wool, eggs, dry hides, furs, and other produce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arm & Hammer Soda
Remember the Place and Local Notices From Zalma Mo
A compile of local items notes sickness in the area, a stave factory starting up, and German township representation in Preibricktown. Mentions visits by Dr Chandler, local candidates, shipments of shoes and dry goods, and family deaths at ages 71 and nearby. Also reports school meetings, measles spread, and community events including a basket dinner and evangelistic meetings. road conditions delay timber deliveries and several residents visiting town. A cautionary verse and humorous snippets close the item with miscellaneous advice and reflections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Preibricktown
Chandler
Lutesville
Samimel Cole
B. Cole
Jesse Esles
Jackson
Andrew Manners
Manners
Methodist Church
Howson
Milton McCormick
Evangelist Collard
Rev
Matthews
WP. Draine
John Penny
Henry
Hales
Bill Bird
Wat Whitaker
Oak Ridge
Tom Grable
Stoddard County
Joseph Limbaugh
Near Here
Kirby Hahn
Daisy
Mr. Hobeck
Criteaville
Jurey Mine
Farmer’s Path to Wealth Through Farming Not Trade
The text argues farming offers steadier success than other trades, noting a year with careful care and good harvests can secure a strong living. It mentions weather risks like hail and frost but emphasizes income from crops and dairy, supporting family needs and funding road taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wombat
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Sam P. Jones
Tay Perry County Democrat
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Laine
Sweet Springs
Mayfield Brothers
Drs. A.J
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Silver Dick Bland
Samuel
Gince Guy
Stone
Volunnary Morum
Bill
Kirk Max
Ussher Withers
Piedmont Bank
Greenville
Sudge Woar
Sravauns
Sorcheada
Tus Puxss
Lon V. Stephens
Sonx
House of Representatives
National Congress
WV. D. Vandiver
Ripley
Vandiver
Doniplian
Missouri
Thomas C. MeCorkle
MeCorker
MeCorkle
Kua
Trenton Register
St. Louis Republic
J. I. Green
The
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Montana
Nowa
den Franklin
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Abe Lincoln
Grant
Lincoln
Tnabells
Santa Maria
James Grisham, Jr
New Mailrid
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Guna
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Prensa
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Bollinger County
W. F. Kinder & Son, Trade Center
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Clubh's
Bessville
JV. Slinkard & Company
Zalma
Chattanooga and
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St. Born & Co
J. W. Slinkard & Co
Zalma, Mo
Scomus
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Chivazu Daily News
Pather
Shu
Tos
Jol
County Court
Holliger County
Marble Hill
Letesville
Salt County
Bulinger
Cape Girarleau Emiglies
Marke
Ollowes
Jackson and Greenville
Lutonville
Marshe Hill
Marble Hal
Uullinger
Cape Girnbilean
Hua Kee
Gramindl
Liatet
We Thewes
Hatlinger County Times
Salih Courteserves
Honeseal
Orton
Monnot Ronis
Comnty Gant
Wy Uh
Maveriegy Laegrmny
DR. C. M. Witmer
Marble
Deug Store
Bander
O. A. Sander
Sander&son
Physicians and Surgeons
Mawhle Mill, MO
R. W. van Amburg
Ballinger
H. L. Cunningham
Capr Girardert
CPCI
Stusdivant Bank
W. K. Chandler
Notary Public
Mars Well
C. P. Caldwell
Kennett, MO
Kennett
Supreme Court of the State
Henry N. Phillips
Appouney
Poplar Bluff
Moses Whybark
Mauniethan
Slice
C. A. Sander
W. A. Duon
Lick
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Public Square
Joshptl
Attorae
Adtorn
Ing
Courthe
Hollinger Go
Twin City Hotel
Itigh Street
Courthouse
McCawns
PT A Shee
WIT Hotel
VM. Welly Press Pa Stevens
Castle Bollinger
H. Schwering
Warren Building
Littesville
Marble Hall
Litesville
Elmer
Matene Mink
Servich
Hia Frienia
W. K. Chandlers Office
Cave Girardeau
Fort Smith Kratlway
Ottag Vielt
Tron Mountain Rye
JL PA
Tron Mountain Mall Line
Welliamsville
Kansas City
Scot & Ek
Bargate
Toni Jarvis
Fe Lomiey Tag
Blady Cape Girardean
State Normal School
Cape Girardeau, Mo
Ongleto
Naomi
lWelya Thaoher
Vito
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