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Newspaper
Monroe City Democrat
Location
Monroe City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1905
Page
4
The speaker recalls 1776 session in Philadelphia and the July 4 declaration of independence to argue America’s right to freedom. He questions whether the United States now treats the Philippines as unwilling subjects and asserts that if freedom was rightful for America it must be rightful for the Philippines too.
The text argues that the permanence of the government hinges on citizen engagement, urging the people to take a stronger interest in party primaries to ensure the system’s survival.
A damaged OCR fragment references trust and law breaking, noting a distinction between affluent or influential individuals and the poor. It implies perceived favoritism and asserts discussion of criminal handling by authorities.
If the people take greater interest in the primaries and precinct meetings, there will be less corruption in politics.
Community notice urges participation in a local celebration aimed at marking a milestone. Organizers call for volunteers and attendees to contribute to planning, setup, and festivities to ensure the event's success.
Notice of trustee sale on real property in Monroe Missouri involving lots ten eleven and twelve in block nine ten in Peirsona addition. James M Johnson as trustee will sell the property to satisfy a promissory note and deed of trust. sale date July 7 at a designated location in Monroe.
In a public struggle over tariffs the people demand justice while tariff barons press for laws to enable greater profits. The clash centers on economic fairness and government action amid mounting public dissatisfaction.
A concise statement affirming democracy as government of the people, by the people, and for the people, opposing rule by a favored few. It emphasizes citizen empowerment and participatory governance.
The Beaury Democrat urged every Democrat to sign the primary pledge amid party tensions. The item notes a call for solidarity and alignment on campaign principles within the local Democratic leadership.
The issue lampoons roles on the farm with a quip about building a high fence and placing girls inside. The piece critiques rural gender expectations and references local humor from the Sir Joseph News and Press.
The report details corn and cowpeas trials at the experiment station with plots varying in lime, bone meal, and potash. Early signs favor potash due to solubility, while inoculated cowpeas and a test with uninoculated seed measure inoculation effectiveness. Observers urge public visits to follow growth and improvements.
Monroe City Illinois June 20 1905 editor writes about crop trials at Exp Station noting potash plot leading. Brother Marion near Rensseler applies bone meal and potash on hills. fertilized corn grows half again as well. Earlier planting and more moisture boosted effects. readers urged to watch experiments as faults may appear quickly.
Official statements from ten state banks and one national bank in Monroe County show $1,051,527.00 on deposit at May 20. Farmers & Merchants Bank of Monroe City leads among state banks with $160,811.16, reflecting public confidence in its prudent management.
The Tuesday Globe-Democrat remarks that Monroe County has no oil potential. It notes Emden has never produced petroleum in the past five years and that the five year search was a failed effort to extract money from investors.
Lectures given on Wednesday Thursday and Friday evenings by Miss Bertha Bowers at the M B Church drew wide interest among educated listeners. She appeals to heart and intellect, bases statements on well proven facts, and gained confidence of hearers likely to aid her cause. James Ralis of Nevo Ili visits PF S. Sanunders
A list of prizes includes bicycle races for under 14 and over 14 with cash and entries, a 1 mile dash, a 22 calibre rifle, candy for tallest man, a $2.50 handbag for neatest dressed lady, shoes for prettiest baby, a fancy vest and haircut for smallest man, ice for ugliest man, free haircut for largest man, brooms for youngest married couple, an umbrella for oldest married couple, a rawhide buggy whip, a pocket knife for a strong man, haircuts for ugliest man, pants for longest legged man, a $2 prize for laziest man, coffee for laziest man, and more. potato race offers $8.50 in three sums with additional prizes to be announced.
Paul Cox and Miss Grace Sharp entertained about twenty five friends Tuesday evening at the home of Mr Cox. Ices were served. Walter Williamson and family returned yesterday from a visit to Tulsa Oklahoma. Walter Williams says History of Missouri should be in every public school.
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