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Newspaper
Monroe City Democrat
Location
Monroe City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1908
Page
4
A fragment from a 1908 U S newspaper depicts Willie late to class as a parent scolds him for delays in dressing and punctuality. The scene shows a village school morning routine with the teacher noticing Willie's tardiness and disorderly attire while the child’s mother calls him to hurry. The column reflects playful rural education life and the era’s cadence.
A fragmentary statement urges the duty of every citizen and the press to uphold America by judging tests of journalistic integrity and quality, invoking national duty and standards for press performance.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions men and ewinp fighting over whether Democrats should nominate delegates or representatives. Ambiguous phrases obscure concrete actions, dates, or names. Summary notes the debate while lacking clear facts or identifiable persons.
A fragmented notice urges Democrats to rally behind a single candidate for Missouri gubernatorial race. It claims the chosen man will bring pride to the people and unite the party, though details and names are unclear in the text.
A commenter asks why Republican allies do not expose alleged Democratic misappropriation in Missouri. The post implies extensive review of public records without presenting specific figures or sources.
The text argues that Republican factions seek a centralized form of government that benefits the favored few with advantages to gain money, criticizing the concentration of power and influence.
Republican groups show concern over Democratic nomination timing as party factions clash over a pivotal candidate. The article notes internal tension and a notable figure described as a strong man, with references to key political maneuvers and anticipated outcomes.
The remark warns that if Republican allies do not revise the tariff now, they show no intent to amend it in the future in the interest of males.
Historically, the article argues that trusts, companies, and tariff barons will wage a hard struggle to maintain favored treatment from Republican allies. It questions whether reforms will curb these powers or if political friends will shield the interests of large industrial groups.
J Fitzpatrick conducted business at Huncewell on Tuesday.
Mrs Win Strean came down from Paris to dine with her nephew John W Stream on his 85th birthday last Sunday.
Hw Nova J. Winters of Mita is a candidate for Rail road and Warehouse Commissioner. Myrle T. Fev was recalled from Columbia University by the death of Mrs. Ennis Tooley.
A collection of quips on marriage work and social mores. A Chicago writer mocks a $20,000 gallery while jokes on husbands alimony and glamour weave through a playful, period tone about homes, sleep, and theater.
A fragmented note urges editors to run a query in their columns to provoke thought among subscribers in September. It hints at prioritizing holiday purchasing as Christmas approaches while critics say the public overlooks Marry Thaw amid the rush.
A short excerpt extols politeness and kindly grace as foundational to happiness and usefulness in later life. It contrasts the social shunning of rude behavior with the slow, timeless spread of great ideas attributed to James A. Garfield.
The article notes a belief that robins cover a dead face with moss and recalls the fairy tale of Robin Beidbreaat's ministry to Nabes in the Wood, highlighting cultural protection of the robin species. It portrays robin lore as widely endorsed and valued.
Grapes priced at a cent a pound in a southern Brazilian province sell for 20 to 25 cents in Rio de Janeiro. The main factor causing the price gap is the poor transport facilities and infrastructure.
A yearly steeplechase for ladies in Calcutta covers two and a half miles with many hurdles. The prize is a handsome cup.
A movement spreads in several French quarters to include women on juries. Proponents argue that trying women for crime before an all male jury is inherently unjust and unfair, calling for reform to ensure fair proceedings.
Wooden spoons are a staple in Brittany and a major handicraft. Many older artisans turn to carving these utensils as a living, making the craft widely practiced for daily table use.
The Field notes that English polo remains less dangerous than in prior seasons but records too many accidents from polo sticks. The article stresses the weapon’s formidable risk and calls for skilled handling and restraint to reduce harm.
Divers at Sfax in Tunis unearthed a Roman temple device from a coast town long eroded by sea action. The discovery, amid unusual seabed sediments, hints at an ancient port site lost to erosion and advancing currents.
A Siamese queen wears a gold thimble containing a lotus blossom motif. The piece is set with diamonds and rubies forming her name and her marriage date, signaling royal status in Siam.
A fragment notes a superstition about protecting spiders from harm. It cites an ancient Rome belief that omens were read from how cobwebs are woven, explaining the spider’s protected status as a superstition rooted in prophecy.
The year 47 B C was the longest year on record, ordered by Julius Caesar to contain 445 days. Extra days were added to align the seasons as closely as possible with the solar year.
In Plainview Nebraska the Plainview Republican notes Creighton University will skip an expensive call-in team this year and rely on local hall storms to keep the town on the map. The piece raises the vital question of whether anyone asked you out and fees in the context of this debate.
Physiological expert writes a long learned article on quitting work. The piece contrasts scholarly guidance with common office practice where workers resign as the boss ends the day and catches the train.
In England and Wales about 1,600,000 persons are over 65, and over a fourth of them are compelled to accept poor relief within a year. The note contrasts enduring love with inescapable social duty and cites Balzac on love buried in abysses.
A sequence of riverfront to timber tracts offered near Columbia and Arameton, with fronts on Bernard and Brazos rivers and nearby railroads. Listings include 2116 acres at $1250 per acre, 1600 acres at $12.50, 800 acres at $20, and other sizes up to 930 acres, all timber or black land suitable for corn cotton sugar cane and alfalfa.
Names of buyers at the Anola mule sale last week include Fitzgerald Montgomery Tewell Tolley Smelsor Utterback and Utterback with prices from 240 to 31250. James Cusack sold 1000 bushels of corn to Paul Adame for 50 cents a bushel. Uncle Phil McNeales delivered a 290 pound hog to J R B Kidd for 64.20. Albert Lipham moved near Pamyra to the McNeale farm. W P McNeales bought 40 peres of the J B Garriego farm at 45 per acre. Pariah Peugh bought a horse for 130 at John Williams sale and Phil Tewell bought a cow for 23. Miss Parrot of Hannibal visits J B Williams. Tom Mudd returned to Big Bear Oklahoma after two weeks visiting. Funeral attendance for Harold Brownell in Shelby County.
Mrs Clarence Colvert entertained about 80 of her young friends at her home Friday evening. A number from Monroe attended and all voted her a charming hostess.
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