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Newspaper
Monroe City Democrat
Location
Monroe City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1908
Page
5
A playful verse from March Young's Magazine describes a lover's note to a girl, with a chase of rhymed messages. It imagines pink ribbon notes tied to a lawyer Spink and hints at court exhibits A and R. The item captures light court humor and social mores of the period.
A Chicago Daily News piece retells Marjorie choosing steadfast love over social scheming as she resists suitors and supports her father, until a doctor’s charm helps soften the elder’s stance and bless the couple. The latter note from Orison Swett Marden reflects on boldness as a mark of true self confidence and power.
The British soldier is to be encouraged to learn stenography as an elective study for all garrrisons under the Society of Arts. A recent examination of shorthand candidates yielded results pleasing to the ministry of war.
A Lady's Pictorial reflection praises eighteenth century women as witty theologians writers and politicians who were ahead of their time yet favored traditional gender roles. They are praised as good mothers, excellent housewives, socially charming and personally attractive, with advantages in many respects over today.
Tobacco dealers in India face a pest problem as a moth or fly lays eggs in cigar boxes. The larvae bore through the wrapper into the body, ruining the product. Wrapping in foil or sealing in bottles is one of the few protections against the infestation.
A New York woman driving a car was startled when a snake fell from a tree into the machine. She fainted causing a collision with a farmer's wagon. The quip notes that if the snake had fallen into a California girl's gasoline gig the skin would be adorning her sombrero as a hat band.
The text states that science recognizes only blue eyes and non blue eyes. Blue is the natural eye color, while hazel gray green violet are due to pigment flecks superimposed on blue, with science labeling them brown.
A Kansas man advertised a lost five dollar bill and a stranger who found it on the street returned it after reading the ad. Days later the owner recovered the same bill in a pocket while checking a laid off vent, proving advertising pays one hundred percent.
World birth rate estimates show about one birth per heart beat, roughly 70 per minute, 4 200 hourly, 100 890 daily, and 36 792 000 annually identical to about half the U S population in a year.
A hostile caricature lists supposed Chinese manners as insults and misdeeds. It depicts the Chinaman saluting by tapping his hat, speaking out of step, querying age and income, discarding melon pulp, and sending a coffin to show regard, reflecting prejudice and exoticizing language.
Cedar Chest Substitute advises stripping cedar of prickles and twigs, bagging in cheesecloth, cleaning fur and wool items, and distributing scented bags to deter moths. It promotes thorough cleansing and storage to keep textiles moth free.
Thomas F. Bayard hails the U S Constitution as exceptionally clear and concise, condensing words to press its precise meaning without excess. He lauds its frugality and guidance, suggesting few writings rival its clarity.
Kansas City Mo Prohibitionists plan to nominate a full state ticket in August to present a complete slate to Missouri voters. Chairman Clas E Stokes says the party will run in the general primary if other parties back a prohibition constitutional amendment.
Miss Brown of Madison Missouri purchased a very fine Hamilton piano from Dimmitt.
Dr. Proctor and his wife along with Frank and Jamie Proctor depart Tuesday for an extended journey through California. The group plans to tour northern and southern destinations, with potential visits to major cities and coastal sites during their vacation.
Leona Settle visited St Louis on Saturday to study current millinery trends. People with checks to apply on a piano should see Dimmitt this week as stock is being picked over. Weather permitting, up to 8000 hands will be employed to grade the electric line from Perry to Mexico.
Clarence Buckman and wit bought a fine Hamilton piano from Dimmitt for his daughter.
A local tailor named Conway advertises made-to-order suits for 18 dollars, promoting bargains in bold terms. The ad emphasizes value and the tailor’s custom service, typical of period shop notices.
A mass meeting of those interested in local option movement will be held in Paris on Monday February 24. Those interested are urged to attend.
Mike Madden bought a fine Ellington piano recently at Dimmitt's Jewelry and Music Store, expanding his musical instrument collection with a quality new instrument from a respected retailer.
We thank our neighbors and friends for assistance and sympathy during the sickness of wife and daughter Mrs Katharine Tooley. Ennis Tooley Geo W Tooley and Family.
A brief note advises that printing services at the Democrat office will satisfy customers seeking quality work. Details are sparse but emphasize reader approval and reliable service from the local newspaper office.
Jobo M Hays purchased a fine Hamilton piano at Dimmitt's Jewelry and Music Store for his daughter, reflecting a family purchase shown in local commerce.
Day Allen Willey portrays Arctic seal hunting in which hunters strike seals with a bat and knife. The narrative follows the killing process, pelting, and removal of pelts as boats tow the cargo back to the ship, noting mass slaughter and the peril to mothers and pups.
Dimmitt's Jewelry and Music Store will publish a list next week of the Pianos solo. Each party with a check on Piano must present it on or before March 4 to qualify for the Baldwin Piano purchase.
Friends of Col Will Faby urge his candidacy for Representative to represent Kalisp County. The announcement notes his youth and abilities, while Uncle Sim reviews the figures showing military and naval expenses exceed a million dollars daily. Weather postpones 8 G Moas sale to Friday.
J Wilt Hays of Hannibal, seeking State Senator seat for the district, was observed Saturday attending to his fences. Col Ely to supervise safe transfer of merchandise. Streans Barber Shop mentioned as a place where shows were shined.
A compact real estate notice proclaims opportunities to own a farm with clear intent to attract buyers. It highlights available acreage, potential cultivation, and a call to inquire about parcels and terms from the seller or agent.
On Southern Texas properties range from 80 acres 3 miles south of Houston with sandy loam soil suitable for a surdroao home or truck farm priced at 50 per acre and 250 per acre anticipated in five years. 192 acres on Santa Fe Railroad 14 miles south of Houston priced at 20 per 20 tracts of 40 acres each. 385 Brazos bottom land one mile from railroad not overflowing with $2000 improvements, priced 25 per acre. oranges lemons and figs may earn 250 to 2000 per acre in profit. Ten acre Orange Grove tracts advertised for 500 to 700 each with easy terms.
Miss Rose Yager is ill with rheumatism and grip while William Carrico and daughter Miss Mayme plan to move to Munroe City after visiting Beloit. Albert Hayden recovers from pneumonia, the Dancing Club announces its last dance before Lent on Feb 28, and Hannibal attorney Mr Hays visits Indian Creek before the election. Mrs Clarence Buckman hosted a Sunday dinner for cousin Miss Farrel of St Louis with guests including Aubrey and Howard Spalding and others. guests praised the hospitality and fare.
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