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Newspaper
Moberly Evening Democrat
Location
Moberly, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1920
Page
3
The railroad wage increase and subsequent rate boosts, approved by the labor board and the interstate commerce commission, raise annual railroad payroll by about 600 million dollars. Critics argue the public pays the bill, yet questions remain about service quality and how the added revenue translates into better transportation for citizens.
A Kansas City convention of Missouri circuit clerks and recorders endorsed a resolution for taxing mortgages when recorded, not by later assessment. Backers say it would boost state revenue and spur lending, while skeptics warn it could raise borrowing costs and hit mortgages hard. Also noted are a surge in suicides in early 1920 and New York’s 1919-1920 suicide figures, with veterans and children included in the totals.
A proactive move toward advertising is highlighted as the only logical path to expand a business. The piece argues that strategic promotions boost visibility, attract customers, and fuel revenue growth for small firms seeking competitive advantage.
Chicago and Philadelphia truss expert H Saeler will be at Merchants hotel in Moberly Thursday only August 6 to demonstrate Spergwuti Shield. Seeley proclaims immediate rupture closure without surgery with government documents and charity cases offered. Also includes a Missouri divorce action notice and admin notice from Randolph county with dates and names.
Bargain listings show several houses with 4 to 7 rooms on paved streets, modern amenities with heat or bath notes, down payments as low as small sums and balance terms. Prices range from $1250 to $6500, plus a $1-2 acre tract with a 5 room modern house and fruit bearing features priced at $6000. See Geo. W Shere Realty Company for details.
Trade opportunity offers Studebaker Sixes on time payments at 2 percent terms. Potential buyers are invited to inquire for details and arrangements.
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