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Newspaper
Missouri Marshall Republican
Location
Marshall, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1908
Page
2
The Democratic Committee meeting in St Louis concluded that it is unwise to swap horses midstream, so no new chairman was chosen. Governor Blecet Hadley intends to ask the legislature to convene a constitutional convention to modernize the state constitution rather than abandon it for a new crown-style charter.
The London Standard declares that American wages average two and a half times British wages. It attributes the disparity to protective policy and argues the Standard uses a logical approach. Globe-Democrat notes this observation.
Citizens expressing support seek to attend Governor Tradey's inauguration in Jefferson City around January 10. Organizers plan chartered trains if enough travelers pledge to attend for the day.
A French analyst now writes in a magazine arguing the Panama Canal project will be a major failure in public works history. He says its value is overstated and would have been better judged by someone with real business sense.
The writer argues investigations help prevent wrongdoing and restore public trust. They urge a Democratic committee to probe a high ranking Republican, extending scrutiny to county offices, asserting such actions clear suspicions and protect public honesty.
The Nevada Herald notes a Democratic cited State Labor Bureau report showing Missouri land value grew from 867 921 044 in 1904 to 1 040 252 288 in 1908. The increase of 172 231 244 equates to over 50 per person in the state, used to bolster the claim that Republican governance boosted asset values.
A prominent Republican objects to building new poor farm structures, arguing they cannot be erected economically now. He says the claim of work being free of favoritism or graft is an opportunity to sway Republicans after votes. He questions county judges’ role in the matter.
A promotional piece extols gas ranges for roasting broiling and cooking with minimal time and effort. It asserts gas supply improves kitchen efficiency and cost effectiveness and invites readers to ask questions about gas usage.
The note discusses cautioning readers about questionable ads and recalls a public statement on appropriations. It cites costs of maintaining press operations and argues for fiscal restraint, highlighting actions by state officials to curb excessive expenditures and protect the treasury.
The State treasury faces a deficit as general revenue funds are insufficient to cover expenses of public and higher education including the University. In January 1907 comptroller Wilder submitted a biennial revenue estimate to the governor and legislature showing about 4,048,438 expected to flow into the treasury for 1907-1908, while Democrats claimed revenues could exceed 9,000,000 and prepared appropriations accordingly.
An ad claims the correct time to stop a cough is at onset to prevent pneumonia or consumption. A few drops of Ballard's Horehound Syrup are said to halt a cough. if treatment starts late it will take longer but cure is assured. Sold by local merchants.
The Tri-County Corn Growers Association plans its annual corn show December 20 in Glasgow City Hall. Entries invited with premium lists for white and yellow corn, boy’s contest, and judging rules, plus a note on the Hughes Bros and Montgomery Ward prizes.
Mrs. Sam Evans was spotted in Fort Worth Texas inspecting a city parking meter during an errand, a routine street scene noted by local observers.
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