Judge Priest Defends St Louis Transit Tax Case
A lengthy critique outlines Judge TH S Priest defending St Louis Transit Co against proposed tax burdens. The piece argues for a new law to settle taxation, praises Priest’s ability, and notes political club activity urging youth involvement and party unity amid a weak Republican opposition. It also reflects on wealth disparity observed in New York and sweatshop conditions, urging stronger laws to address such inequities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
TH. S
St. Louis Transit Co
Priest
Mrs Bettie Wiley dead in Santa Monica
The Democrat chronicles the death of Bettie M Wiley at Santa Monica California at 4 pm yesterday after a period of ill health She was 41 and leaves a daughter Nadine a father a mother a brother two sisters and many friends She was a Methodist and lived a Christian life The remains will be brought to Huntsville for funeral on Sunday Also a local wedding unostentatious due to the groom's mother ill Health Aiken and Miss Jore LI married last night in Jefferson County with plans for a Quincy honeymoon Missouri: Jair tonight and Wednesday.
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Livia
Democrat
Bettie M. Wiley
Santa Monica
Cal
Nadine
Als
Wiley
Southern Methodist Church
Stuntsville
Aileen
Jore LI
Wider Cephar
Quincy
John F. Curry Opens Ice Cream Soda Stand This Summer
John F. Curry Announces a summer venture offering ice cream sodas and a full line of cold drinks at Heatquarters. The new stand promises refreshment options for hot days and local patrons seeking chilled treats.
Populists Back Democratic Ticket Amid Alliance Call
The Populist party leader argues for cooperation with Democrats in the coming fight against a perceived common foe. He lists policy reasons from money issues to arbitration, labor, Chinese exclusion, interstate commerce, popular election of senators, anti trusts, anti imperialism, and opposition to a large standing army. He urges Populists to set aside personalities and closely support the Democratic ticket reflecting a historic crisis in governing challenges.
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Hrgan
Bevan
Pacene Tex, Uh
United States
Democratia
Slave's Struggle Cited as Proof Electria Bittera’s Power
Manchester Indiana resident Gav Williams attests his wife recovered mobility after five years of helplessness using Electria Bittera. The ad claims it cures nervous disorders, backache, fatigue, and other ailments, promising a 60 cent cure with guaranteed results. The piece also notes a Mahatras Minstrels performance at Keegan's last night drawing strong audience approval.
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Gav. D. Williams
Manchester
Mio
Cure
Burke
Bryan May orate plans hinge on McKinley reply in Chicago
The report says Bryan may attend the G A R encampment in Chicago if President McKinley also attends. his Chicago trip would start Wednesday evening and reach the Burlington line at 9 30 Thursday. His decision to speak on Labor Day remains tied to the situation and he plans an extensive tour through October 10 including a Madison Square Garden appearance. Shorty Kvermann visits Centralia for the fair and will be away most of the week.
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Bryan
Chicago
McKinley
Melkinley
Burlington
Madison Square
New York
Texas cotton prospects brighten within ten days
The article notes an expected improvement in the Texas cotton crop over the next ten days. It also reports various political and crime items including a Texarkana murder pursuit, currency exchanges, arrests, ship collisions, and political nominations involving Towne and Stevenson.
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Texas
Local arrests and social notes from Moberly
John Cole and a youth named Hastwood were arrested in Moberly after arriving by train and claiming to wait for the Katy line. The Twenty Century club opens the season with a dance at Kingmeer's ball with Pal mers orchestra. Various local hires, moves, and opinions on business and civic life are reported, including Geo Lynch joining Whittle Dick's and Rev. W. I. Cole's return from a trip.
Young Democrats Form Club In Mote Orty
The Young Democrats of Mote Orty organize a club after a meeting at the Roiger and Christian office led by Rolla Rothwell. Emmett Christian elected secretary and committees appointed to draft by laws while age limits debated 18 to 40 prevailing. About fifty youths enrolled as members with plans to meet September 4 1900 at the courthouse. Mrs Brookman of St Louis visits with friends.
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Mote Orty
Roiger & Christian
Rolla Rothwell
Emmett Christian
Court House
Tragic Kirksville Car Accident Claims James H Kehoe
An eyewitness reported James H Kehoe was killed Saturday night in Kirksville when a car struck him as he tried to alight after the train began moving. He was dragged under the wheels and fatally injured. the train was stopped and bystanders rushed to aid him.
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James H, Kehoe
Kirksville
Dimockar
Kehoe
Herbal remedy Herbine promotes liver health and vigor
An old ad describes Herbine as beneficial for bile ducts making bile fluid and the liver healthier to banish drowsiness lethargy and apathy from liver disorder. For sale by John F Curry and De Barko's East Side Drug Store. Also rental notice for a three room dwelling at 389 North Fourth Street with furniture options.
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Ita
Price Fa
John F. Curry
de. Barko
East Side
North Fourth Street
A Minister Recounts Cure With Chamberlain Remedy
Rev A A Power of Emporia Kansas touts Chamberlains Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a cure after a severe bilious attack. He credits a neighbor's recovery to the remedy and notes the efficacy after other doctors failed. Also lists letters remaining uncalled for at Moberly Missouri post office for the week ending Aug 25 1900.
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Chamberlain
Rev
A. A. Power
Emporia
Kansas
Errest
Burke
Moberly
Bob Adams
Annie Brown
Henry Brueck
H. A. Carnes
Lula Elmer
C. M. Fisher
Robt.ferguson
A Graelly B. Fl’. Hardister
Beulah Harris
R. Hutts
Simeon Joseph
Minnie Kellerbals
Wm. Gambuar
S. A. Martin
Minnie McMaina
Kate Miller
R. S. Michel
A. FE. Miller
Hattie . Morris
Mike Norvis
John W. Penn
Parks
Tom Page
Hendrix Rice
Alice Sims
Ed Short
Jan. Wren
Minnie Bell Wright
Griffith
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Missouri
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Duluth
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Frank Lentz
Charles Gains
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People's Party
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Hastwood
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Sandison
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W. I. Cole
Ted Roberts
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Roberts
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Lawson Brothers
Warwick McCanne
Will Short
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J. W. Wight, Jr
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