Republican Ticket Slate for Public Officials
A political slate lists the Republican candidates for national and state offices including Taft and Sherman for President and Vice President, Hadley for Governor, Gmelich for Lieutenant Governor, Swanger for Secretary of State, Tolerton for State Auditor, Maring for State Treasurer, Fulkerson for Attorney General, Wilder for Railroad and Warehouse Commissioner, Cox for Supreme Court Judge, Reynolds for Court of Appeals Judge, Politte Elvins for Congress, Rhodes for Representative, Paul and Sealourne as County Judges, Nipper as Prosecuting Attorney, Casey as Sheriff, Smith as Assessor, Robinson as Treasurer, Hawkins as Surveyor, and McFadden as Coroner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William H. Taft
James S. Sherman
Herbert 8. Hadley
Jacob F. Gmelich
John E. Swanger
Jesse A. Tolerton
Wilbur F. Maring
Frank Bb. Fulkerson
William W. Wilder
Judge Supreme Court
Argus Cox
Judge Court of Appeals
George D. Reynolds
Make Missouri a permanent Republican state
A bold call to solidify Missouri as a Republican stronghold with a sweeping party majority in Washington County and a straight party vote stance. The quote urges decisive alignment and persistent party loyalty across the state landscape.
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Grand Old
Missouri
Old Washington County
Shun the piebald politician aims at Democratic votes
A partisan editor urges readers to reject a piebald politician described as aligned with Democrats seeking Republican votes. The piece frames the figure as a risky choice and promotes opposing candidates.
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Shun
Politte Elgins Election Promotes Industry Friendly Congress
The election of Hon Politte Elgins to Congress will place the district with a representative who will oppose legislation harmful to our wining industries. Vote Politte Elgins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Politte Elgins
Political Appeal Cautions Voters About Bryan Choice
The speaker argues against backing Bryan, warns against experimenting with the electorate, and recalls claims by Democrats in 1892 about changes that followed. The tone is cautionary and historically framed to deter voting for Bryan.
Democratic Rise Sparks Wall Street Panic Talk
The article warns that Democratic success in the upcoming election would trigger praise in Wall Street while predatory interests openly oppose Roosevelt's policies under Taft. It claims such interests would attack the public as soon as Democrats gain power, fearing lack of checks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wall Street
Roosevelt
Mr.Taft
Reed accuses speech of lying over tariff quote
In a here here last Wednesday speech Mr Reed quoted Mr Taft claiming any tariff change would cause disaster but Mr Luft stated in the printed address that a move to a free trade basis would cause disaster. Reed calls the claim a plain unvarnished lie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Reed
Mr. Taft
Republican Campaign Closes with Final Reflections
The piece reflects on the campaign’s end from the Republican side, stating no statements in the columns require retraction or apology. It emphasizes a commitment to truth as perceived during the political contest and notes the final, unapologetic stance.
Democratic charge on election theft rhetoric resurges
The text portrays Democratic critics accusing Republicans of buying elections as a recurring pre election tactic. It frames the dispute as a partisan routine tied to undisclosed slush fund spending, labeling opponents as atop thieves on the eve of polls.
Democrats Rally Around Standard Oil Funds in Campaign
The Democrats tap the treasury of the Standard Oil Co. to fund their drive, likely calling out Republican money for allegedly diverting attention from its connection to the Standard Oil pipeline. The crossfire highlights a heated clash over campaign financing and corporate influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Datory
Standard Oil Co
Political endorsements and voter choice opinions
The Independent notes a vote for Rhodes as Representative implies support for RK C Kerens for Senator. Neighbors discuss politics, stressing that senators are chosen by general election and Representatives cannot influence Senate nominees beyond their own vote. If Rhodes wins, he would back the party's nominee. Sloan would face a choice between Stone and Folk, constrained by party lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sloan
Senator Stone
Folk
Unitarian beliefs questioned in political speeches
The text argues that speakers like Mr Reed and Mr Burns misrepresent Taft's religion or are misinformed about Unitarians. It notes that presidents Adams and John Quincy Adams, Millard Fillmore, and the Senate chaplain Rev. Edward Everett Hale are Unitarians, and mentions Milton Locke Newton as examples, suggesting a public shock is unnecessary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Reed
Burns
Mr. Taft
John Adams
John Quincy Adams
Millard Filmore
United States Senate
Edward Everett Hale
John Milton
Post
John Locke
Isaac Newton
Samuel
Taft or Bryan Which Should We Choose
In the approaching national election the choice pits Taft and a Republican congress against Bryan and a Democratic congress. The piece argues for continuing Roosevelt era policies to curb wealth influence and monopolies, warning that a Bryan victory would risk hard times and upheaval, urging voters to favor the party of solid achievements.
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Bryan
United States
Congress
Taft
Roosevelt
Democratic Congress
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Reform or Return in Missouri Votes 1904 Context
In 1904 Missourians ousted the Democratic Old Guard blamed for state government corruption and graft sold legislation to monopolistic interests. The piece questions whether voters will sustain reforms or revert to the old regime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Democratic Party
Old Guard
Missouri Reform vs Old Guard in 1908 Election
A Missouri election discussion contrasts reform, decency, and the "Old Guard" with candidates Hadley and Cowherd. It argues for continued reform under Hadley, cautions against Cowherd due to graft and saloon ties, and endorses Henry L. Smith for Sheriff, Norman F. Robinson for Treasurer, Hycanus Hawkins for Surveyor, and F. W. McFadden for Coroner. Probate docket items precede the notices.
Vote for Rhodes and others for county offices
A civic ballot urging voters to elect Hon. M. E. Rhodes to the State Legislature, Thomas H. B. Paul for County Court judge, Geo. W. Seabourne for County Court judge, Simon G. Nipper for Prosecuting Attorney, and Lawrence W. Casey for Sheriff, highlighting qualifications, records, and endorsements. The notice stresses Republican alignment and public service in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Rhodes
Rhodes
Mr. Rhodes
Thos. H. B. Paul
Geo. W. Seabourne
Mr. Seabourne
Simon G. Nipper
Nipper
Cowherd Candidate Draws Partisan Fire
William Marion Reedy, editor of the St Louis Mirror, a lifelong Democrat, labels Cowherd as the Dockery Cook Selbert Hawes slate’s candidate and warns that his victory would restore the old gang era. Reedy accuses Cowherd of backing graft, police abuses, and city machine control, risking a return to 1904 reforms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Reedy
St. Louia
Reedy
Cowherd
Ball
Mr. Cowherd
Cone
St. Louisa
Horse for Sale by Auction in This Office
Fine dark bay horse three years old nearly fifteen hands high with saddlerfox trots paces and racks works single and double gentle disposition. Cost 135 last spring now offered at 150. No use for his reason for selling inquire at this office.
Marriage Licenses Declared In Missouri County Court
Elmer Edgar Adam and Mo Qua Martie appear on marriage license records. Jinkersos Duicie Belle Gillam listed among filings. Local clerks certify applications with standard statutory details and pending ceremonies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer Edgar
Adam, Mo
Qua Martie
Loman
Jinkersos Duicie Belle Gillam
Probate Court Docket Summary November Term 1908
James A. Henson judge certifies the probate docket entry for November term 1908. Executrices and administratrices settle estates of Higgins Coghill and others. guardianship for Narcis Portell and Joseph Wednesday. final administrations for William White and Henry C. Thompson. entry dated October 84 1908 with court seal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Wilson
May Lyons
Samuel M. Carter
E. H. Rice
William C. Johnson
Leslie T. Condit
Gabriel Barron
Martin Barron
Nathan Davis, Jr
Nathan Davis, Sr
Patrick Murphy
Mary Allen
A. F. Phares
Fred L. Phares
Elizabeth Huackstep
Albert and
Atta Tuckstep
Edwin S. White
J. M. Jamison
E. H. White
Emma Higgins
John R. Higgins
Nettie Coghill
Thomas L. Coghill
Robert Portell
Narcis Portell
Joseph Portell
John C. Long
William White
W.B. Province
Henry C. Thompson
State of
Missouri
Washington
James A. Henson
James A. Hemeyn
Provate
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Taft and
Hadley
John D. Rockefeller
Senate
House
St. Louis
Potosi
Washington County
Henry L. Smith
Mr. Smith
Norman F. Robinson
Robinson
Hycanus Hawkins
F. W. McFadden
McFadden
Probate
State of Missouri
Jules F. Royer
Edward R. Hanson
Frank J. Boyer
Rosie Boyer
Morgan J. Casey
Ferdinand M. Casey
Lawrence W. Casey
Mr. Casey
B. Headlee
B. B. Smith
Board OF Direc
C. D. Smith
H.L. White
P. G. Higginbotham
L. W. Casey
E. M. Bust
Casey & Guyton
Undertakers
S. Louis
Iembi
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Associates Retailis
Racline Bay
America
New York
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Associated Retailers of
Nat’l Bank
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Itelans
Moéeke
Brane
Boyd F
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King &Cs
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Lick
Ben'eand
Bes
Lotling
Charlee
Crand-Leader
Stix
Baer
Fuller Dry @ Co
Washington and Bisth
Creen & Som
Noth Crowdway
Baker Shoe CO
Fivewee
Olive Bimens
Meisel Trunk CO
Washington Ave
Hess & Culbertson Jewelry CO
Hilt Shoe CO
Frephire Dre Kline Cloar CO
Perr
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Beckingive
J. W. Losse Progressive Tailoring CO
Erclonive
Stern & CO
Aul
W. Cor
Olive Ste. T. J. Reid
Leonard Roos
Furmiehr Roedeau
Sear Gartents Broeceeay & Franklin Steep
Vane Bros
Karowareco
Vaneerveeey
Barney Dryggooe CO
Hives
Lorart Bas . Swoemant, Shoee
Washington Ste. Somnenfeld
Wekingtes Ave
Wastees
Sulteasd Bove pieeLtbSbeeRe
Washington Dee
Eddress C. Z. Coffin, Mgr. Associated Retailers of
Third Mat'l Bank
St. Lovie
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