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Newspaper
Missouri Marshall Republican
Location
Marshall, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1908
Page
3
The second session of the Bix tieth Congress convened Monday noon with lawmakers assembling in the Capitol. Leaders signaled focus on domestic policy as members prepare committee agendas and legislative priorities.
Democratic rival W. St. Painter states J. F. Gmelich is ready to submit the lieutenant governor election issue to a three member committee consisting of Gov. Hadley Gov. Folk and a third Democrat for resolution.
Moses Wetmore of St. Louis, national treasurer for the Democratic campaign, faces charges for contributing only 15 cents to the cause. He was credited with giving $1000, but reports say he spent nearly all his funds on a lavish life in Chicago, leaving just 15 cents.
The Blakburn Record laments turkey prices staying high even with plentiful supply. It argues demand hinges on people’s money and wages, noting that without purchasing power even affordable poultry cannot move.
The passage argues that colored voters helped Taft win but could have been ignored and Taft still elected. It deemphasizes race as an issue, urging humane treatment and a square deal so Black voters can work toward self improvement with fair opportunity.
The piece warns of individuals who push their will on others through force or smear. It urges readers to see the bright side and counter with kind words, noting thoughtful people can see through petty spite and personal grudges.
Wim J Kryan declares in the Commoner that Republicans and Socialists will dominate next election. He argues the Democratic party is dead and that concessions to Socialists could crown a Socialist Democrat platform in 1912. Bryan faces a tariff split and radical Socialist ideas boosting their voting strength.
The memo argues for division along natural lines to prevent clashes between farmers and businessmen when interests align, signaling changes in how factions will align under the new issue.
Statements filed in St. Louis and Kansas City show receipts of 73 246.77 and expenditures of 71 429.19 with 65 478 not received after refunds. Principal receipts from contributors and the Republican national committee, plus the Dickey and Walbridge ledgers, detail postage costs of 7000 and vast distribution of campaign literature. The drive used 88 forms, 4 054 400 pieces of material, 530 000 letters, and 800 000 supplements to papers, aided by two duplicating machines. Notable donors include R C Kerens with 5000 in early and late September contributions.
A jolly crowd of young folks gathered at Edward's school building despite muddy roads. Thirty two girls brought boxes and boys paid for the contents, totaling forty five dollars sixty five cents. A fifty minute two act play entertained all, as teachers Missette Howard and Oscar Hardister were praised for hosting.
The lead appears clear with large sums from donors J.S. Newton and H. D. Evans. Other notable contributions include $130 from F. D. Fulkerson and H. B. Hadley plus $150 from M. A. Reed and others, all given before November 1. Receipts after November 1 are not yet compiled.
A Rural Route 1 Guilford Maine family credits Dr King s New Life Pills with three years of good health. The product cleanses and tones the system gently and is sold by druggists for 25 cents.
Mrs J M Patterson trains about fifty Marshall singers for Esther at the opera house next Friday night December 18. A large chorus joins a children’s group and all will be costumed. the cast includes Mrs X.
The pageant centers on J M Hanna as queen and Dr J L Mc Kee as king with a cast including Mordecai J L Mehbard Hannan J J Witt and others. A chorus of Jewish and Persian maidens guards pages and standard bearers performs a Book of Esther inspired drama that remains popular. Hear it.
The pastor Rev E O Smith spent last week in St Louis and Illinois. He reported to the Ministers Alliance and discussed Gypsy Smith meetings in January at the Coliseum. He addressed Union M E Church in St Louis and spoke at Epworth Institute. He graduated from McKendree with top marks and spoke at Platonian Society. He is in Bosworth, Mo this week visiting his father during revival.
Fayette New York Civil War veteran David Parker lost a foot at Gettysburg. He credited Electric Bitters with saving his health and value beyond five hundred dollars spent on doctors. He now drinks a tonic and remains well.
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