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Newspaper
Missouri Marshall Republican
Location
Marshall, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1908
Page
2
J J Witt notes Sedalia voters approved the local option, with 2398 wets to 1490 dry in a hotly contested election. Howard A Gass, state superintendent, circulated a new informational book on school board duties, sites, heating, lighting, ventilation, and water supply, with rural school house plans available on request.
The Missouri Thalbote of Higginsville pursues the $150 prize offered for the best answer to why the Republican party should be successful next November. The winning line says Taft will be the presidential candidate. Taft's record as a statesman is praised as a fine one.
The Republican congress spent money the nation had and drew cheers from Republicans, while Missouri Democrats say the state borrowed beyond its means. The protest centers on differing budgets with the same result: more government money.
There is a splendid opening in Saline for a sun shine factory not real sun shine, but sunshine and good cheer to lift spirits. The county is big and rich and able to care for all in comfort, even if frugal steps are needed. Join the sunshine brigade.
The piece cites Btone favoring old style Democracy Folk reforms Wallace blue laws and Cowherd for individual rights as the main discord. It argues new leaders could replace these to unite the party though politicians cling to allies, risking the party’s fate.
Parents caution boys against gathering near a tree after hearing older youths mutter crude slang. The note warns of moral danger and the spread of bad language among youths in the area.
Mil gr County News urges parents to let boys play at home yards to avoid street life and evil associations. It argues that quiet, wholesome play prevents scandal and protects education, warning that street mishaps become known only after it is too late.
W. R. Aulgar of Herod reports a newly completed concrete cyclone cellar measuring fourteen feet with a hanging lamp and cot planned for safe sleep during storms. He also finished a concrete walk around his house to enhance protection.
A quotation from The New Idea Woman's Magazine for July urges focusing effort on each task. It stresses preserving individuality and dignity in small duties to elevate ordinary work.
A terse appeal warns subscribers in arrears or with expired subscriptions that payment is overdue. The notice stresses dues must be settled to maintain service and avoid disruption. It cites a broad base of readers and emphasizes timely response.
A plea asks readers to send a dollar this month to provide a material lift for the newspaper's new typesetting machinery. The note promises a future boost in value and warns of stricter credit and dropping readers who dodge payments.
We have moved to the Billing barn on West North Street formerly Conway & Son, where we will buy and sell horses and mules. Also run a general livery and feed business with plenty of stable room and first class accommodation. For a nice horse or buggy, phone 59, Sam Evans & Son.
The regular teachers examination will be held in the East school building in Marshall June 26 and 27. The subjects will be given in the following order Friday Geography Grammar Algebra Spelling Language Lessons Arithmetic and Literature Saturday Reading Civics U S History Science Physiology Pedagogy and Adv History. Work will begin at 8 am each day.
A man allied with a large crowd declined to join the Republican paper’s support. He admitted years of contemplation about helping his party paper but lacked a dollar. At the office he had previously ordered the paper three times in six years and owed 400 dollars with no payments.
The notice states a fare of 1.60 dollars for a round trip to and from Kan ear City, effective June 27, 1908, with particulars obtainable from OE Hawthors, agent.
The paper announces a mid July campaign edition with historical and policy summaries on candidates from a near nonpartisan view. Meanwhile current political news will continue to be printed. Ads for space are available at standard rates marked advertisement.
In Marshall Missouri on June 6 1006 Emory R Brown warns the public that any person buying property from his wife Jude Brown or taking it as a gift without his full consent will hold the property taker responsible. The notice is signed respectfully by Emory R Brown.
A Tulsa man recounts a remarkable tale of his cat that preyed on his chickens and was tied in a bag to a Santa Fe baggage car at midnight to drown. After two days the cat reappeared friendly. He repeats the stunt with a different timing to ensure release when the train departed.
After two more days, the cat again returned and showed strong affection for the family. He has decided to rid himself of chickens and keep the cat.
July 7 National Democratic Convention in Denver. July 15 National Prohibition Convention in Columbus. Aug 4 State Primary legal holiday. July 21 22 23 Saline County Fair. Aug 25 to 30 Marshall Chautauqua. Nov 3 National Election.
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