Republican Ticket Names and Offices Listed
The Republican ticket presents William Howard Taft for President with James Sherman as Vice President and a slate including Herbert Hadley Gemelich Swanger Tolerton Fulkerson Maring Ki Fulkerson Wilder Cox Meservey Whittaker Holmes Hall Meker Herlekamp Alison Taylor McCormick Alexander Mullins Wilson Parrish as various state and local officials and judges.
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William Howard Taft
James Schoolcraft Sherman
Wilbur F. Maring
Frank Ki
Fulkerson Railroad and Warehouse
William W. Wilder
Supreme Court Argus Cox
Kansas City Court of Appeals
FE. C. Meservey
Congress
John Whittaker
Holmes Hall
August Meker
J. H. Herlekamp
Ormond
Campaign opening in Missouri with several speakers
The Missouri Republican campaign opened in Springfield Saturday with Senator Waner, Attorney General Handley, Secretary Swanger and other speakers highlighting party goals and support.
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Missouri
Springfield
Senator Waner
Atto
Ylenral Handley
Swanger
Maine Republicans See Plurality Narrowed Last Week
Maine's Republican plurality dropped to about 8 000 from 20 000 four years earlier. The decline reflects local conditions, and supporters of protection and Republican policies should mobilize.
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Maine
Friends of Protection
Candidates Folk and McKinley Compete for Senate Seats
Gov Folk and Lieut Gov McKintey are the U S Senate hopefuls. Both praised as splendid men, they differ on tariff policy. Folk calls it a robber tariff, McKinley sees it as America's greatness' cause. Farewell to Folk, three cheers for McKinley.
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Folk
Mc- Kintey
U.S. Senate
America
McKinley
Surplus product value debate for Saline farmers
The State Labor Bureau reports Saline county surplus products valued at 7,812,212 dollars, or 220 dollars per resident. The speaker urges farmers to consider broader gains for households rather than small duties on hats and buttons, prompting readers to weigh economic impacts on families.
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State Labor Bureau
Saline
Political accusation shadows GOP in Missouri primary
Some Democratic insiders allege Republicans were parties to election irregularities in St. Louis and Kansas City during the recent primary. While motive remains unclear, the group admits the possibility and urges action to uncover the truth.
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St. Louis
Kansas City
Political Scorn and Treasury Theft Reflections
A fragment reflects partisan fury over alleged election stealing and calls for harsh punishment of Republicans while mocking a St. Louis treasury loss. The writer muses on past fraud and laments government complicity, framing it as an inevitable theft and a political issue.
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Wub
St. Louis
Sub-Treasury
Democrats seek clean ticket in Missouri race for Folk? Senate
A Marshall Democrat criticizes Gov Folk and argues for a clean, fully exposed campaign. The piece recalls past corruption claims, urges specific charges, and pledges open scrutiny of both parties. It emphasizes a transparent ticket and platform to win Democratic support.
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Missouri
Philadelphia
Tariff debate cited by Gov Folk in Saline county speech
Governor Folk argued against tariffs by imagining five Saline county shoe factories joining to impose a $2 tariff on imports and raise local shoe prices. He warned such a tariff could enable profiteering and economic manipulation, urging removal of tariffs to protect the public. The passage reflects a populist critique of protectionist policy and its effects on workers and local government.
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Folk
Saline County
Baline
Tariff Talk and Manufacturing Paths Discussed
The speaker weighs options to boost employment and revenue, debating selling surplus goods, starting a shoe factory, and the impact of tariffs on everyday necessities. It notes the contrast between import duties on luxury items and the need to fund government, referencing Grover Cleveland and Republican tariff history.
Folk Day contrasts at Missouri campaign events
The report notes a Stone gathering drew Jefferson City and state residents while a large Saline county crowd gathered for Folk Day. Folk managers were disappointed by smaller turnout. many Marshall Democrats stayed home, preferring the kitchen stove to the bands. Signs point to the old political alignment returning in Missouri.
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Jefferson City
Marshall
Gilliam
Missouri
Times Have Changed and We Change With It
A humorous observation contrasts past and present health cures and social habits. It notes older remedies like hot foot baths and pork socks against milder illnesses with contemporary medical care and extended recovery. The piece parodies shifts in work, attire, dining, and political support as society progresses.
Illinois State Fair crowd push from Marshall to Springfield
Efforts underway to draw a large attendance at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield with many signifying intention to go. C and A ticket agent Mr Hawthorns expects a strong turnout as round trip fare advertised at $3.00.
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Springfield
Marshall
Hawthorns
Osewhere
Farmers Clubs in Washington Press on Rural Progress
Sept 17 reports reveal farmers nationwide urging Roosevelt commission to study rural life. They favor community houses in schools or post offices, reduce middlemen profits, and seek organized groups to improve country living. Women on farms advocate balanced leisure in rural communities.
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Washington
Commission
Roosevelt
Four
United States
Women and men seek club room during farm life talks
The passage notes a commission proposal for a meeting space on the farm. Women suggest adapting the old church sewing circle idea into a conveniently located room where they can gather briefly, sew, gossip, and discuss farm life features. The commission will invite farm residents to offer suggestions.
Wrights Airship Wrecked At Fort Myer In Flight
Washington reports the Wright aeroplane plunged during a trial over Fort Myer. Orville Wright suffered a fractured hip and broken ribs while Lieutenant Thomas Selfridge died from a base skull fracture. The craft, a renowned achievement in serial navigation, was reduced to a wreck after a propeller blade snapped midcourse.
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Washington
Wright
Fort Myer
Orville Wright
Thomas Selfridge
Selfridge
Orlock
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Herbert & Hadley
Jacob F. Gemelich
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Jesee A. Tolerton
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R, A, Alexander
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T. Wilson
I. N, Parrish
J. L. Russel
Farmers’ Savings Bank Building
Marshall, MO
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Cardus
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J.P. Huston
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