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Newspaper
Monroe City Democrat
Location
Monroe City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1908
Page
4
The Democrat Party announced nominees subject to the general primary on August 4 2008. State Senator Frank W. McAllister represented the slate with for Representative J. P. Boyd. Sheriff J. T. Wooden. George R. Jackson. A. L. Alexander. FP. M. Nolen. A. D. Buford. Assessor Jeff T. Noel. J. Curt Hill. Judge Mastern District for Treasurer survey of Prosecuting Attorney E. T. Fuller. A. T. Stuart.
The text quotes William Jennings Bryan urging vigilance against exploitation under Republican rule. He warns there is no twilight zone between the nation and the state where exploiters hide, and argues the earth belongs to each generation, condemning perpetual franchises that bind future generations to a favored faction, urging duty to the many over the few.
Imported goods are taxed to let favored sellers push higher prices, but there is no tax on imported laborers to aid the laboring man in getting more for his labor.
The speaker condemns the currency law backed by Republicans and calls for strict enforcement of the Sherman anti trust act against the individuals who compose the large trusts. He urges that the party be buried so its name may only be found in history.
The statement notes that Republicans are now benefiting from a high tariff while the large paper trust earns profits. It frames the situation as a political shift tied to tariff policy and industrial consolidation affecting fiscal outcomes for party supporters.
A brief call for broad inclusive laws as reform proposals are discussed. The speaker criticizes party drafts and urges fair, universal measures beyond partisan class legislation.
A pointed political remark condemns Republican leadership for creating what the speaker calls a debased currency. The line frames the critique as a broader indictment of fiscal and tax policy and party governance.
A Philadelphia North American editorial argues that laws backing government credit for railroad financing and placing railroad securities into the currency system without inquiry or discrimination cannot be justified as serving the public interest.
The writer accuses Republicans of promising tariff reform only to win votes, arguing real reform would have come before the election. The piece mocks trusts for profiting from higher prices and calls for trust magnates to be sent to the pen.
A speaker argues that Republican allies have corporate support and that Republican laws grant special favors to greedy corporations, urging scrutiny of political ties and policy outcomes.
A reader asks whether the voter favors equal justice for all and opposes special privileges for any group. The message urges support for the election of Bryan and a Democratic Congress, framing it as a call to political action.
The passage argues that labor in America lacks protection and bears higher costs for life’s necessities due to the Republican tariff policy, highlighting the burden on workers and calling for policy reconsideration.
The inquiry asks if voters or reporters have pressed Republican candidates for state offices on their stance regarding prohibition. It notes curiosity about whether candidates publicly declare support or opposition to prohibiting alcohol.
A partial note claims Whitecotton was opposed by Missouri Democracy in a bid for the Gvern post. The fragmentary text lacks concrete dates or outcomes and does not identify supporting figures or places.
A compact critique argues that tariffs mainly benefit the pilutocracy while the public shoulders the unjust cost, highlighting the transfer of value from citizens to elites. The statement underscores long standing grievances about tariff policy and economic inequality.
A political appeal urges turning the nation away from gambling dangers and emphasizes the need for Senator Stone to represent the country in the United States Senate. The message frames Stone as essential to national democracy and governance.
A brief critique notes that greedy corporations fail to serve the nation’s best interests, highlighting concern over corporate behavior and public impact without specific entities or events.
Last night at the Christian church Miss Anna May Boulware and Limar Maddox Wood wed with Rev. J.N Bailey officiating. The ceremony featured arch greens and flowers, violinist Eleanor Scott, and a wedding march. The couple left for a honeymoon via the midnight train to Colorado and western points. numerous relatives and friends attended from Perry Canton and New London.
A local barber shop scene highlights a craftsman polishing shoes with care. The piece notes patrons admiring the shine and the barbershop as a social gathering point in the neighborhood.
Dr J N Southern physician and surgeon listed with office over Rogers and Thompsons Store. Residence telephones F M 240 Bell 252. Office Bell 56.
A concise political note argues that imposing a high tariff harms workers more than it helps, stating that elevated duties fail to raise wages or improve living standards for laborers. The remark underscores economic strain and calls for policies focused on real worker welfare.
The report critiques Teddy and Hadley’s efforts to regulate trust consolidation as ineffective. It argues their approaches lack force and fail to rein in monopolistic practices, reducing public confidence in regulatory capabilities.
Chicago convention observers report Taft and Dolliver as the ticket with Roosevelt potential nomination still in play. Resolutions were being refined as they adjourned until noon Wednesday. results unavailable at press time.
Thomas M. Boulware in Brookfield directs Monroe City fair interests while rallying support for his movement. Mrs Mildred Bowles and her daughter Miss Bulab of Palmyra arrived Tuesday to visit their brother and uncle J B Scott and family.
Claude Dudley of Hannibal spent Tuesday with Monroe friends during a social outing in the city.
Attorney General Hadley demands the resignation of assistant N T Gentry after Gentry announced candidacy for the Republican nomination. Gentry resigns, citing years of service including 252 supreme court briefs and state cases, and defending his conduct amid party bosses’ pushback.
The Fulton Telegraph recalls the governor’s critique of Meriwether's St. Louis campaign stance. He opposed the Democratic ticket, raising questions about what constitutes a real Democrat.
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