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Newspaper
Mena Star
Location
Mena, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1898
Page
4
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The Polk county Star urges a June election to move the county seat from Dallas to Mena. It argues Mena is becoming the county’s business center, with growth since the railroad and increased property values. It notes no tax payer expense and predicts Polk will be seen as progressive and prosperous.
Editorial urges voters to support removing the county seat and building a new courthouse. It argues taxes are already levied to the full legal extent and the move cannot impose additional taxation or debt beyond current levies. It emphasizes no further funds can be raised by the county.
Voters are urged to prevent county debt to finance a courthouse and avoid warrants depreciating in value. County judges should pledge not to authorize new building contracts exceeding subscribed amounts. Polk County is growing and can fund needed improvements without debt or warrant depreciation.
The Kansas City Star argues against labeling government paper money a mere experiment in the Spain war era. It asserts the public prefers greenbacks or bonds to sustain war efforts and stabilize finances, and it suggests the people would support issuing currency over moving the county seat to Mem.
A local notice notes that Pittsburg and Gulf Railway paid 6709 dollars and M K and T Trust paid 1201 dollars in taxes this year, totaling 7900 dollars. The piece argues tax growth will fund county growth and urges voting yes on June 25th.
Citizens of this county guarantee the Tow nsite Company's promises including the donation of land and $5 000 cash for court house purposes. The bond is backed by well known residents whose combined worth greatly exceeds the bond face value. Voters should cast their ballots on June 25 to secure the donation and support the project.
Voters are urged to approve a plan to give the county a five acre site valued at $5,000 and a cash donation of $5,000 for a new courthouse. The proposal promises no new taxes or debt and promotes a modern, superior building in a growing Western Arkansas town, replacing the old Dallas courthouse. Vote on June 25 to accept the change.
The county's farmers, alert to new markets since Mena’s growth, urge residents to vote June 25 to relocate the county seat to concentrate business, improve markets for their produce, and ease court matters and supplies access in a single market hub.
W A Desbrow conducts a Democratic primary canvass for county clerk before next Saturday. He is portrayed as a pleasant, capable man who would ensure proper office duties and is meeting voters. many favor the county seat removal.
This issue of the Star greets new readers across Polk county and invites careful consideration of its contents. The note promises future issues if readers desire, emphasizing county hospitality and a warm reception for first-time recipients.
Old soldiers of Mena and vicinity plan Memorial Day unity services on Sunday May 27 uniting blue and gray to honor those who died in the Civil War. The call emphasizes a opportune moment for shared observance in memory of the fallen.
The Arkansas Gazette urges mercy for Captain John D Hart of the steamer Laurada who was convicted in March 1897 and sentenced to two years in the Eastern Penitentiary for filibustering. The paper argues he should be pardoned and released without delay.
A comparison of the strawberries grown near Mena with those grown at Van Buren and other regions shows ours are superior in flavor and appearance, being more deeply colored and larger.
A curious remark questions whether Spaniards gain any shooting skill from bullfights, suggesting the activity trains only impressionable conduct in the presence of vulnerable women and children.
The county Democratic party plans a primary on Saturday the 7th including voting at local precincts and party officials overseeing the process. The active campaign features local candidates vying for party nominations and momentum ahead of the general election.
Officials urge a strong turnout for the June 25 election. Readers are reminded of a county seat removal question and the chance to obtain a new court house and site at no expense, urging all supporters to vote for the proposal.
The passage recalls General Grant’s belief in a coming era of greater harmony between the federals and Confederates. He felt it within him that peace would prevail, though he could not witness its full correctness, and noted the widespread kind feeling surrounding him as an answer to “let us have peace.”
The county population largely agrees the county seat will shift to Mena and asks all voters to support the change in the June 25 election to settle the matter efficiently and avoid further cost and trouble.
The Spaniards fired from numerous Cuban forts at passing American vessels for days. The Americans did not respond, and the ships kept moving. A change occurred when a few shells hit the Spanish forts, destroying them, while no American boat was disabled.
The U S Supreme Court sustained an Illinois inheritance law that imposes a graduated tax on estates of the very rich. The decision signals that other states may adopt similar provisions for public revenue and benefit.
The piece notes both Arkansas and Missouri governors appealing to the federal government for funds to mobilize state troops. It adds a local note that county residents welcome a free gift of a new courthouse and block of ground at Mena.
Sarcoxie in Southwest Missouri promotes a strawberry festival scheduled for May 19 20 and 21. The piece notes future hopes of a larger festival once Mena builds a new courthouse and expands fruit growing near the town of 5000.
A Missouri reader complains that Kansas City newspapers ignore naval battles while sensational reports appear from other sources via Mena. He urges local papers to arrange to receive war news through that route and notes the daily miss of startling accounts.
The Sarcoxie Mo paper reports strawberry picking will not begin at the Cherry Shipping Point until the 18th of the month. P Cherry and other growers have been shipping since April 28 and are now making regular shipments.
A married Kansas woman declared she would “rather be the widow of a dead soldier than the wife of a coward” and said she would not enlist. Her remark, amid wartime sentiment, suggests implied affection for another man and casts light on personal loyalties during conscription discussions.
WII Not Show At Omaha. The Little Rock papers announced no state building or display at the Omaha exposition due to disagreement between the Exposition and Arkansas State Commission. R H James, Arkansas State Commission member, hopes for a compromise but will not pursue an exhibit. The decision leaves Arkansas unrepresented in the railroad display at Omaha.
A council committee led by C. G. Palmer and Dr. Sutherland with F. B. Foster and W. Knight visited northwest foothill locations near Rich Mountain to evaluate a possible city water reservoir. They reported to the mayor and council, but no action was taken and the committee was continued. Janssen park partition fence was ordered removed to open the area to the public, affecting the deer park and returning deer to donors.
Prickly Ash Bitters advertised to cure kidney issues regulate the liver tone the stomach and purify the bowels. Sold by F. C. Savage and Jackson Drug Co in local drug outlets.
The Women’s Literary club met with Mrs Gibbs for a well attended session. Arrangements were set for the next meeting with Mrs Garther at the opera house on Wednesday evening May 6. A short program will be rendered and light refreshments served. Members may invite husbands and a few friends. Visitors included Mrs Kegan of Eureka Springs and Mrs Curtis of Kansas City.
Advertises Prickly Ash Bitters as a spring blood purifier and regulator. Promotes curing constipation and digestive disorders. Sold by F. C. Savage and Jackson Drug Co. 1st.
The executive committee chosen at last week’s mass meeting at the opera house includes D. H. Hopkins Dallas 8 J. Philpot Cherry Hill L. G. Cole Potter Judge J. E. Lewey Sherwood R. W. Johar son Venice A. P. Alexander and Geo W. Petty Men They will meet tomorrow May 5 at the mayor's office to organize and transact necessary business.
Bright rich blood nourishes the body and maintains strength and energy. Prickly Ash Bitters is billed as a blood purifier and system regulator sold by I C Savage and Jackson Drug Co. 18-26.
Holder Hudgins defends moving the county seat stating he votes with the people even if it costs him. He argues majority wish and that the move should occur now. Also notes a fresh Arkansas State supply of Loose Bros chocolates and penny goods. Polk County strawberries are received daily.
A large number of U S postal mailing clerks are applying to enlist to fight Spaniards. They may believe risks on the front are lower than on mail trains.
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