Politician James P Walker hailed for reform zeal
In a district bright with rivalry, James P Walker is praised for relentless campaign against monopolies and tax burdens. The piece extols his youth driven by labor roots, congressional service, and a record of industrious, principled leadership. Marmichall Arnold and Marshal Arnold of Scott County are named as rivals in the Democratic race.
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James P. Walker
Congress
Washington
Marmichall Arnold
Scott County
Arnold
Bollinger County
Arold
New Madrid
Marshal Arnold
Benton
U. Congress
Doubtful Col Peit and Reform in Republican Ranks
A fragment discusses party conflict over reform and deficit financing, criticizing a proposed surplus-to-deficit plan. Mentions Georgia speakership, upcoming election for the Fifty Second Congress in Oregon, and campaigns of Jeff Chandler in Arkansas and New York for Cotton Belt Railroads.
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Scretary of the Treasury
Congress
G.D
Oregon
Jeff. Chandler
Arkansas
New York
Cotton Belt
Garley
Trial of Marmington crusaders scheduled this week
The Marmington crusaders trial is docketed for this week. Defense will be led by Gov Chas P Julpson and Hon Martin L Clardy with HW Shaw and B B Cahoon. Senate McGinnia and others will assist. the prosecution will be handled by designated officials.
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Marmington Crusaders
Chas
P. Julpson
Martin L Clardy
Shaw
B. B. Cahoon
Senate
County Gains From State Board of Equalization Revisions
Residents consider yearly tax shifts as the State Board of Equalization trims assessments by thousands, a move officials say could boost county revenue. J. M. Seibert, longtime local observer, notes the broader impact on property values and public finances.
Chandler's Soft Soap Sways Some Democrats
A note suggests Jef Chandler has managed to portray himself as a moderate Democrat while his soap, produced in a railway shop, uses lye drawn from Republican sources to influence opinion. The piece questions the authenticity of his stance and hints at partisan manipulation.
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Republican Party
Chandler
Beate
Chanler
Law Five
Jef. Chandler
Jeff
Ironton District Advises Readiness Amid Danger Line
The Ironton Register urges the district to stay prepared and vigilant as 1 year of potential risk looms. The notice emphasizes staying within safety bounds and indicates ongoing concern without detailing specific actions.
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Ironton Register
Disagreement Persists Over Senate Pension Issue Split
The dispute between the Republicans for the Senate and Trousé over the pension problem remains unsettled with no promise of a quick amicable adjustment.
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Senate
Lottery scheme would pay debt for twenty five more years
The Tfonglang State Lottery proposes to cover the state's 12,500,000 debt by extending its license for twenty five years, a move critics call a swindling scheme and urge rejection.
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Tfonglang
Senator Boat Quay Refuses to Explain or Resign
Senator Boat Quay refuses to address charges or resign, asking the Administration what they will do. Ai F Daniel becomes sole proprietor of the Greenville Journal after C C Carlton withdraws. Julie Sebree re-nominated for the Bigte Benate in the 8th District at Carrolltop Mo on the ballot. The Poplar Mat Advocate shifts from quarto to folio. congratulations to Capt. Oury on the change.
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Ai . F. Daniel
Greenville Journal
C. C. Carlton
the Journal
Julie. Sebree
Carrolltop
Capt
Oury
Proposal for District Bridge Across Castor and Nearby Creeks
The speaker notes support for a Castor to Bollinger Mills bridge and a creek crossing between Marble Bill and Entenville, highlighting strong citizen backing. Mention of Velvet Goods sold by W. S. King in Luteaville is also included as a local note.
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Roger Q Mills
Congress
Castor
Bollinger Mills
Marble Bill
Entenville
King, Luteaville
Perkins seeks re election for Assessor post
Assessor Perkins announces in the Press this week his bid for a second term. He says his books are in better shape than before and invites scrutiny to prove he has dutifully and faithfully served. He plans to meet voters during the Democratic primary or convention as he campaigns.
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Eda
Aga
Perkins
Ex Confederates Seek Missouri Home for Disabled Soldiers
New Madrid May 5 1890 ex Confederate Association of Missouri led by Col James Bannerman plans a rural home for dependent disabled soldiers of the Lost Cause to be funded by public contributions. The project would buy land, erect modest cottages, and allocate land for each inmate. The state association would oversee care and provide necessary support, with meetings urged to form county associations and solicit funds.
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New Madrid
ex-Confederate Association of Missouri
James Bannerman
St. Louis
Price
Marmaduke
Bowen
Cockrell
Shelby
State
Saas
Ex- Confederate Association of Missouri
Fashion and politics blend in Bollinger County notices
The Bollinger County Democrats assemble townships on the 24th to elect central committeemen and decide primary or convention. Marble Hill hosts a May 31 mass meeting for state convention delegates to St Joseph on June 11. Addendum details township committeemen and procedures. W S King promotes fashion and bargains in Lutesville with a Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary offer.
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Bollinger County
Central
Marble Hill
St. Joseph
Democratic Central Committee
J. P. Long
Tew
Bessville
Kitchen
J. G. Finney
W. R. Farrar
Lorance
Laflin
Prayers and Plows: A Farmer's Practical Counsel
Farmer Jones complains of worn knees and weak corn despite prayer. Farmer Gry answers that prayer alone won’t pay. weeds thrive while crops need soil work. Gry notes he mixes prayers with toil and hoes the fields to grow better corn.
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Farmer Jones
Gray
Gry
Jones
Social expectations of a wife and the farmer’s ally
A fragment from a Pittsburgh Commerc article discusses ideal wife traits for men seeking practical, affectionate partners who support domestic success. It contrasts ambition with charm, praising sensible, industrious women while warning against vanity. It also notes political shifts with lawyers eyeing seats and a Missouri cultivator stance.
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