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Newspaper
Monroe City Democrat
Location
Monroe City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1908
Page
5
The notice invites readers to the upcoming Chautauqua with friends and emphasizes nearby eateries and comforts. It mentions COL. W. T. YOUELL who has rebuilt the old Bush barns south of the Joe depot and on the grounds, signaling local redevelopment ahead of events.
The notice details the opening of a Feed and Sale Stable on Monday August 3. It mentions Martha Martin of Kahoka visiting her sister, various Monroe residents socializing, Judge Thomas Mawkins and Mrs Sarah Jeytte visiting, and Mrs Challis Baynum of Cherry Box arriving to visit. It notes T B Arnold of Palmyra and others arriving from Windthurst Texas due to illness in the family. Also promotes a window suit for 18 dollars and records a U B F colored organization meeting with parade to the Go to the Economy Store.
A verbose letter defends Governor hopeful David A Ball against accusations of drunkenness and misconduct. It praises his 25 years in the party, pledges government by the people, and condemns smear tactics. The note from Robt Meriwether also reports local civic updates and social notices around Main Street, including upcoming chautauqua, train specials, and community visits.
Levy's Special Sale promotes a full line of Shirt Waist Suits White Wash Skirts and Kimonas as local Chautauqua reach. WM. R. Painter a Carroll County Missouri native and long time Democrat seeks the Second District nomination for Lieutenant Governor pledging active voter outreach and a faithful discharge of duties if nominated and elected.
A fragment from Aug. 4 political rhetoric urges sticking to party principles and warns against shifting allegiance for pay. It also advertises city property for sale at low prices before increases, plus brief notes on local social visits, funerals, a picnic, housekeeping moves, fox hound shipments, and sale suits.
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