Missouri National Guard Encampment at Lake Contrary
J J Witt reports the Missouri National Guard encampment will be held at Lake Contrary near St Joseph from August 11 to 19 with Roosevelt praised as a good Democrat. The piece argues for pro gressiveness and busting trusts while urging mothers to monitor their children closely and noting a Boise murder trial confession by Harry Orchard. It also references Haywood and the Western Federation of Miners and labels them undesirable citizens.
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National Guard of
Missouri
Lake Contrary
St. Joseph
Harry Orchard
Boise
Idaho
Guy
Stonenberg
President Haywood
Western Federation of Miners
Roosevelt
Mr. Haywood
End of vertical writing era prompts shift in schools
The text states that vertical writing has run its course and is being discarded or replaced by a medium slant. It argues that students trained in vertical writing will struggle to read standard English, with many unable to identify a capital Q. The piece calls this a serious, unnecessary handicap for the younger generation.
Saline Sunday Ball Games Targeted by Business Meeting
A Marshall businessmen meeting last week discussed stopping Sunday ball games in Saline. Some oppose Sunday games citing Scripture and modern ideals of Sabbath restraint, arguing sports can be played on weekdays.
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Marshall Business
Saline
Newspaper Laws Needed to Curb False Circulation Claims
A critique argues that publishing false circulation statements to win ad revenue is the worst form of misuse. It calls for robust press laws to prevent deception and ensure truthful reporting practices across outlets.
Pledge to Seek Laws on Newspaper Mailings in Missouri
A pledge urges passage of laws at the Missouri General Assembly requiring newspapers to file an annual sworn statement with the secretary of state. It would demand a complete copy of each mailing list, subject to challenge. The Official Manual of Missouri would publish circulation figures. The proposal also bans subscription accounts over two years as unlawful and uncollectible.
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General Assembly of
Missouri
Secretary of State
Official Manual of
Republican
Saline County
Democrat News
Daily
Citizen of Progress
Poe
Controversy over Newspaper Circulation Figures
An exchange argues about truth in advertising and subscriber lists. The Marshall paper challenges rivals to reveal circulation numbers from Saline county, offering $10 to each side if claims are proven false, and outlines verification rules and penalties for false records.
County Court Proceedings Record 1907 Ad Journal
County court met after adjournment with judges and clerk present. Requisition on State Auditor for 4132.15 and expenses. several road viewings and culvert reports ordered. roads opened and established as public highways. May 1907 financials presented. licenses granted for dram shop and Marshall positions for six months. various road petitions and openings discussed.
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Hans
R. W. Hickman
J. P. Force
W.C. Gaines
W. G. Durrett
B. Bacon
State
Saline County
Sesaison Avte
Commins
Napton
Bridge
See
Loyd Keusper
Edifor
N. B. Ross
T. R. Harris
Lpen
Dramshop
W. E. Laughlin
Marshall
J. Berg & Co
Resignations and appointments noted at Clay township session
In a Clay township court, J. C. Keithly resigns, Jos. Hamill appointed to complete work. E. V. Davidson resigns as Justice of the Peace, court accepts. Inquest papers for Jas. Williams reviewed. others denied. Ferry license granted to H. J. Borges of Glasgow. July Criminal Court term listed with names by district. Road district No. 10 commissioners appointed, court adjourns. Hebdy Mixed House Palm Le 100% Pure advertised.
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J.C. Keithly
Jos. Hamill
Jas. Williams
Jas. M
John
H. J. Borges
Glasgow
E. V. Davidson
Clay Township
Criminal Court
Arrow Rock
Virgil Lawless
Will Alexander
Blackwater
Pile
Jas. Lynch
Clay
Will Odell
A. J. West
Cambridge
R. H. Carr
M. D. Kerr
W. E. Bridges
Elmwood
M. L. Moore
Chas. Fultz
Grand Pass
Will Hanley
J. B. Moritz
Liberty
John Wilcox
Jno
Boatright
Miami
E. L. Rhoades
Chas
H. Deible
Marshall
S. PP. Allen
Wallace Strother
W. W. Hains
Bast Fork
P. M. Smith
Edgar Smith
Salt Pond
Gee
King
W. D. Crain
Jas. Beil
J. D. Baker
J.G. Cunningham
Commissioners Road District No
Ates
la Crosse Imber Co
Hebdy
Pleintit Bestegy af aese 1 WB Boone clerk b ond
Fragmentary OCR text references a bond and a clerk named Boone. The readable parts show a legal or civic notice involving a bond, discharge terms, and a date line. Missing key names and places prevent full reconstruction.
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WB. Boone
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Elmer Oriil
J.J. Witt
Mane York
Kania T Wanneooeet
Jaques Mig. Co
Chicago
N. W. Ayer & Son
Philadelphia
Democrat-Neows
URI Ain Chic
Ceres
Vasawereess
Smavne
Waershall Republicana
Progress
Dave
J. H. Hollywood
Mishouri
Malifa
Pleintit
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Leute L. Blovelt
Virgil V. Hoff
Circuit Court
Baline
Louis L. Biovelt
Hallow
Eaid Court
Thyriff
Cummons
Louis L
Ata Gouin
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