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Newspaper
Monroe City Democrat
Location
Monroe City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1909
Page
4
A 1909 Monroe City item laments rising taxes and corporate control. It cites Governor Hadley and pay tariffs, arguing Republicans favor monopolies over farmers and workers, claiming the Payne tariff will raise living costs without boosting wages. It accuses politicians of bribery and warns of tariff revision favoring trusts. The piece contrasts Democratic and Republican actions prior and after votes.
The writer criticizes widespread Fourth of July celebrations driven by habit rather than reverence for the Declaration of Independence. He argues that current American policy in the Philippines contradicts the spirit of the founding principles and calls for the country to get right.
Mrs Elizabeth Strean of Paris visits J W Strean and family. Sister Veronica leaves for New York to spend the summer. Jefferson Noel of Paris has been noted in the report.
The Stork has visited Mr and Mrs Frank Wisehart with a 9 lb girl. L W Rollins received a pretty girl, and W A Patterson a bright boy. Vanus Sharp from St Joseph reports an 114 lb boy at his home.
Regular meeting of Monroe Chapter No 48 C E S slated for 8 p m next Saturday with all members urged to attend. Cement Foundations Evan Smith noted. W W Longmire sold residence property at Second and Washington Streets to H C Null for 3000. Considers cement flue caps Evan Smith. James Leach of Maywood in city with friends Tuesday. Coal oil five gallons for 35 cents at Anderson Montgomery’s. Mrs W J Jackson of Woodland visiting her parents Isaac McIntire and wife.
The piece argues that democracy as an organization remains loyal to tariff reform, but the Republican party must actually lower schedules to prove its fidelity. It claims Republicans are in a worse position than Democrats, having more to lose while Democrats already face consequences.
The item states that the Democrat performs a type of work that satisfies, leading to consistent employment without needing constant evaluation. It emphasizes reliability and approval of the work quality.
After each academic year the subject contemplates advancing from first vice president to Western field manager then chief clerk as a future president should know every detail. Upon earning his degree he seeks employment like any other person.
A skilled shoe maker and repairer formerly known for quality footwear has become part of A Boulware and Son, bringing expert craft to their shop and services.
Silas Crane a well known farmer of Warren township died at his home Monday after a several week illness. He was born November 26 1832 in Washington county Kentucky and moved to Missouri in 1839, residing in Marion county for 70 years. He bred fine horses and was widely known.
The New York Press notes daily salaries for global rulers and leaders, listing the great white czar at 25000 dollars, the sultan of Turkey 15000, the Austrian emperor 12000, the Kaiser 11290, the Italian king about 7200, the English king 6270, Leopold of Belgium 1700, and Roosevelt 137, with Napoleon at about 15000 and the French president about 617 per day.
A brief moral meditation on an ungoverned temper that ruins a life and harms those close to the possessor. The piece reflects on misery born from unreasonable behavior and its ripple effects on relationships and well being.
The piece notes Regularity Rest and Recreation as key for workers, warning against spasmodic habits and burnout that harm business women. It includes a children’s quip about a visitor asking a girl to peel a pear and a mention of charity donations to Gordon Boys' home by Canon Fleming.
Historical notes describe a Thames ice thickness of 61 inches during 1664 severe winter and a later gate thick ice barrier in 1684 that allowed coaches to cross the river.
Chicago is praised as a top market in the world with bold claims about the word Chi and its supposed origins, presenting a view of local commerce and linguistic speculation.
Mrs Mary Vaughn of Little Rock visits grandson Walter Dimmitt and family. Mrs Robert Jordon and three children arrive from Chillicothe to visit relatives. W A Morthland of Warren visits the city. C A Hamilton features new Old Mission Oak furniture line. James Smith offers bee hives and fixtures east part of Monroe. F M Phone 182.
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