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Newspaper
Monroe City Democrat
Location
Monroe City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1908
Page
2
Postal notice from Monroe City Missouri dated Thursday February 20 1908 states second class matter and related mailing designation. Public reading of the notice characterizes the postal matter classification and date of receipt.
A compact fragment echoes Ivan Turgeney urging retreat inward to memories and the old life. It speaks of turning inward to rediscover brightness, freshness, grace, and the power of springs within the soul.
Several ladies at a University club card party discuss a partner. One woman says her life partner in Bingleton never drinks and never swears and has no habits. Another notes he smokes a cigar after meals but averages about once a month. Philippines Gossip.
Discussion on naval cost escalation cites 30 000 ton ships and 1 000 000 price tags for battleships with four more asked by Congress. Public accountability in bond liability is urged as Aikens case prompts critique of officer protections and government guarantees amid graft concerns. Fraternal Order praised for home protection advocacy and civilizational impact.
A humorous exchange in the Centralia Courier-Courier jokes about a supposed alum bill by Senator Stone. The Wise Owl misstates the public record, confusing the senator’s private legal work with a legislative act. The piece ends by noting Stone had no public record on the alum bill and had acted as a private citizen.
Missouri papers finally acknowledge United States Senator Stone after years of silence. In Washington he delivered the lone strong speech supporting Cortelyou’s bonds relief, prompting a Senate reply. Local papers, biased to corporations and Bryan loyalists, largely ignore Stone’s achievements and instead ridicule Jeff Davis. The Standard notes Stone’s Senate record and cites comments from former editor Bryan about Missouri confidence and Bryan ties.
A Kingston New York extract from Ulster County Gazette dated January 4 1800 recalls Washington death December 14 1799 and Congress action in mourning. It praises Washington as hero sage and patriot, noting his leadership in founding the republic, converting sword to plowshare, shaping constitutional government, and his serene final withdrawal after twice being unanimously chosen Chief Magistrate.
In tribute to a departed friend the House offers condolence to the President, shrouds the Speaker's chair in black, and requires Members to wear black during the session. A joint committee with the Senate will consider honoring the memory of the man who led in war and peace. The House adjourns to Monday.
In the Huateville Herald, Robertson accuses an Anti-Saloon League advocate in St. Louis of working to split the Democratic party. The piece defends Ben W. S. Cowherd for governor, accuses Robertson of dishonesty, and pledges the party will allow a public vote on prohibition in due time.
John W. White and wife and George Grimm traveled Monday to Perry for the wedding of Misa Ida Sullivan to Tate Arnoldy. The ceremony was held at St. Pauls Church at 9 a.m. Tuesday with Rev Fr. Erost presiding.
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