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Newspaper
Monroe City Democrat
Location
Monroe City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1908
Page
4
The Monroe City Democrat marks its twenty first year of work for the community and surrounding area. The editor thanks readers for patronage in advertising printing subscriptions and borrowing others papers. The paper pledges continued effort and asks for hearty cooperation to enable greater community benefit.
The speaker argues Republicans back high tariffs to enrich a few at the public's expense, painting the policy as a mechanism that benefits corporate interests while harming workers and consumers. The critique portrays the tariff as a calculated scheme rather than a public good.
The actions attributed to the trust magnates are said to spread discontent among the populace and promote socialism more than any other agency, signaling concern over their influence.
A political row arises as Republicans push revision rhetoric aimed at securing voter support. Critics warn changes may be designed primarily for sound bites and electoral gain rather than substantive policy.
A political statement argues that democracy supports tariff revision benefiting the general public while condemning those who rely on high tariffs to exploit others, framing reform as justice for ordinary citizens.
A public call asserts the federal government's power exceeds constitutional bounds and urges a return to constitutional limits. The message stresses restoring state authority and limiting federal intervention.
The Mon roe City News recalls a past summer ad for a local saloon man and likens it to a thief who shouted Stop thief to distract from his own wrongdoing and harm an innocent party.
A stark commentary contrasts past emancipation with current inequality, arguing that despite Lincoln era freedom and costly victory, contemporary oppression persists through economic and social chains rather than overt slavery. The piece implies ongoing systemic exploitation and calls for reflection on remaining freedoms.
A historical passage argues that modern citizens are as enslaved as antebellum slaves, noting that while black slaves could be financially harmed by their owners, today’s citizens lack such direct economic leverage against powerful trusts and monopolies.
The Monroe City News refused liquor dealer ads while the Democrat carried a W. O. T. U. column for years. Proponents of local option span temperance and citizenics, with strong divisions on the remedy to intemperance.
Jefferson City Missouri March 27 John A Knott chairman of the Missouri State Board of Railroad and Warehouse Commissioners criticized the recent United States Supreme Court decision in the railroad rate cases. He said the decision is an infamous one and states should not pass laws regulating corporations if federal courts can nullify them.
Delegates from Camp 2236 of the M W A including T F Jansen F F McGee IC L Drescher W B Spalding Robert Meriwether and M O Turner attended the county convention yesterday.
Miss Nell White, one of Hunnewell's charming young ladies, married Sunday evening to William Landrum. Rev Robt White officiated. Her brother Pritchett White and wife and Miss Maude Evans attended.
While on the running board of his engine at Bly at 9 p m Tuesday fireman J B Livingston slipped and fell to the rails. The wheels passed over his left ankle and cut the foot off. He was taken to Hannibal for treatment.
A Mothers Meeting is announced for Tuesday April seven with Hostess Mrs Crowe and Leader Mrs Bila L Shearman. Topic listed is Mothers Meeting.
Notice of three transcript executions dated 1904 against H L Yager from Monroe County Circuit Court. Judgments held by Sinnock & Son, Buschman, and Hannibal Brewing Co. totaling 6252.50, 182.46, and 155.50. Sheriff will sell at public auction at the Court House front door in Paris, Monroe County, on a date to be announced.
Between nine in the forenoon and five in the afternoon the highest bidder may bid on part of the South East Quarter of the North East Quarter of Section 11 Township 55 Range 11 West Monroe County Missouri. The parcel measures 4 acres more or less and is described as beginning 6 yards south of the North West Corner, with lines east 130 yards south 139 yards west 139 yards north 139 yards to the starting point. I M Nouma Sheriff. Meriwether Meriwether Attorneys for Plaintiffs.
Mrs Geiner of Michigan is the guest of her friends Joseph Jameson and wife.
William Brokaw of Bloomington Illinois travels with his friend Jack Crawford.
William Jaynes of Hunnewell was with Monroe friends, a local note recalling his companionship and social circle in recent community events.
Professor AP Settle of Kirksville spent Saturday and Sunday with his parents J Blue Settle and his wife.
John D. Elliott of 526 South Eighth street died at 10 30 this morning after a week long illness from pneumonia and fatty degeneration of the heart. Born in Ralls county Missouri he had lived in Quincy seven years and traveled for Gem City Produce. Survived by widow and two children John O. Elliott of Quincy and Mrs W O Hunter of Loraine. Funeral at Holy Sepulchre and burial in consecrated grounds. Mrs James Smith visited Farber and John Smith was at Barkley Station.
Kirksville Mo March 28 A destructive tornado swept Adair County near Willmoths ville about twenty miles northeast last night blowing away several barns and farm houses and killing two persons. Miss Vivian V Veach has finished her business course in a Chillicothe school and return ed home where a warm greeting awaited her. A ladies purse can be had by describing property and paying for this notice.
John McClintic brings a 2100 pound draft horse into town on Saturday as Dr Keith, noted specialist from Hannibal, arrives at Maddox Hotel on Friday April 8 to offer free examinations and consultations to chronic cases and patrons in the area.
Dubuque Iowa manager Bradley says Texas Sweethearts impressed at Saturday matinee and night shows. Pontiac Illinois manager Fall notes strong business despite heavy rain, highlighting Alan Villair Lillian West and James Sylvester for a rare treat. Watertown Wisconsin manager Beth reports capacity crowds and top satisfaction from last night’s performance.
An article announces Dr A W Miles practicing disease care for eye ear nose and throat conditions. It mentions Dr Biowa endorsing ovens for remediation and access to treatment services.
Letters testamentary on the estate of Joel L. Meleon were granted May 11 1900 by the Monroe County Probate Court Missouri to Mary E. Mellon Executrix. Claimants must exhibit within one year for allowance or be barred. two years to bar. Dated April 2 1908. Also local notices mention Will R Buckman in St Louis for gate of fancy horses Dr J D Scobee visiting Hannibal and Rosa Stoutt moving to St Louis. An ad touts polished shoes at Strean’s barber shop.
In Holland many secret groups of ten to sixty members seek wholesale goods by newspaper ads and bid collection though they may be staplers. The practice draws attention as crowds bid for discounts and insiders share tips on procurement.
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