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Newspaper
Missouri Marshall Republican
Location
Marshall, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1908
Page
4
A fragmentary report references Missouri Pacific freight notes, local railroad movements, and by east hound thats, indicating ongoing level freight operations and inquiries into Parrenger 4 and related byways. Further readable details remain unclear in the clipping.
Local items report Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brown of Fairville spending a week at Excelsior Springs and shopping at Geo. N. Hanson. L A Hagan returns from Bar on City. his brother is very ill. A Republican campaign fund appeal urges donations. Laura Taylor, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J W Taylor, suffered severe typhoid fever last week. L M Steele and Miss Warmer Laurie visited Mrs. McLeskey in Sweet Springs. J T Redman notes mining interest in Denver. outcome favorable. Mrs J H Kennerle visits Paris Mo after attending Sedalia state fair.
The New York Racket store and warehouse received a fresh coat of paint, improving its look. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Gauldin returned from a prolonged northern trip, both saying they enjoyed it. Mrs. Georgia Cunningham of St. Louis visited Mrs. Frank Mitchell, a leading singer there, while Lenton Yoager suffered a painful kick from a horse but is recovering well with no serious injury feared.
All 40c 50c and 65c Wall Paper offered at 26c per yard by Geo. N Hanson. Miss Annie Larman departs for St Louis to visit before returning to work in Thurbur Texas. J J Brice sells 20 acres of land north of Blue Lick for 1200 and buys a house with 4 lots for 600. WANTED an all round useful colored man skilled in carpentry. Marshall Knights of Columbus plan a big banquet at the Convent Hall Sunday with second and third degrees and many visitors expected. Miss Sarah Martin visited H K Miller in Rameus City and then uncle Jami Jackson.
A miscellany of residents and guests visit Marshall and nearby farms and towns. E E Elaea tours Garden City to inspect property. Henry Redman of Durango visits relatives. Lelah Lahore visits her parents on Medman Ave. Mr and Mrs D A Kelley and daughter Miswon Eewe and Clariesa are from near Nela. W O T Vandegrift of Mexico conducts business in Marshall. John Alexander rents part of Miles property near Bowth Balt Pond. Several locals attend the State Fair, while others travel to St. Louis for shopping and stock market concerns. Mr and Mrs Walker Naker of Salt Springs visit St. Louis for stock and shopping. Mrs N C Bishop arrives from Utah and plans to stay in Marshall. A H W Madorie of Kansas City and Mrs Potter visit and contemplate Marshall as a permanent home.
Local trade note reports Geo N Hanson received 4863 rolls of wallpaper in 4c 5c 6c and 8c. The shipment boosts stock for upcoming decorating needs and reflects continued supply activity in the area.
Officials acknowledge likely routing error sent items to the wrong town causing Monday delays. They regret the mistake and pledge to prevent repeats, stating steps are being taken to reroute misdirected mail and improve dispatch accuracy.
J F Verts, a wealthy Nelson farmer, died Tuesday after months of neuralgic heart trouble. He collapsed in July and, though the doctor arrived, life ended within twenty minutes. He reportedly described a vision of heaven during the ordeal.
Mr and Mira Woo Richerdson brought their daughter Maurine from Gilliam Tuesday afternoon in a handsome new automobile. They reported encountering a very strong wind during the trip.
A lively Bryantian Saturday drew a large crowd with various patrons following notable figures. The scene centered on Wallace the wet, Staple, Ball, Cowherd the old guard, Chief Hawes the Indiana, and others, as Ball was briefly difficult to manage on the train to Marshall and insisted on greeting the ladies.
Mr and Mrs O T Tribble of Boone county visited the former's nephew M E Tribble and family in College Addition over Sunday. Tribble initially feared his name would appear in a Republican paper but relented and will likely enjoy seeing his name alongside T Roosevelt Bill Taft and H S Hadley.
For sale or trade a good combination auto and livery truck with 24 horsepower. All solid rubber tires and in good running condition. Inquire of J. A. Peck at Water Works.
Uncalled for letters dated October 14 1908 remain in the Marshall post office and will go to the dead letter office if not claimed within two weeks. Names include Miseos America A Barboo Jane Pleher Etta Barrington Evhe Hames Lula Nodge Katie Toomas Mesdames Wm Fowler Geo Kelley Mr Claude Bessent Thos Pebalia Rogers Gorham B B Lewis P P Mitchell Thos Salmon Henry Sellon Ed Welch W J Williams M T CHASTAIN P M
Mrs J M Smith Mrs J F Wood and Miss Harriet Smith visited Nelson Saturday posing with a camera. Mrs Smith ordered the Republican for her son Walter at Central College Fayette. G L Burnside from east of town made an annual visit Wednesday. W B Lynch renewed his subscription Tuesday for the Republican and Globe-Democrat. Robt Leng of New Frankfort served on the jury last week.
Readers across Saline and nearby towns renew subscriptions for Marshall columns with many dollar gifts. The piece also argues for adequate funding and improved highways, citing Curtin Hill, State Highway Engineer, on costs and maintenance to advance road conditions statewide.
Young Mr Bapley made a long call on Miss Evans, a pianist of notable ability. After twenty five minutes of Bach, he declares he could die listening to her playing, and she asks if he would like more music.
A brief letter argues for fair road taxation, noting burdens on motorists and提出 notes that high rates strain households while improving infrastructure remains essential. The writer urges reforms to balance revenue with affordability.
A summer resident amused herself by turning the porch organ crank while the resident organ grinder joked about the effort. The scene blends rustic charm with lighthearted dialogue as the crank attempts to keep steady rhythm and humor amid a lazy afternoon.
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