Politicians Circulate as Marion County Prefers New Sheriff
Marion county politics heat up ahead of August primary as Democrats consider many candidates for sheriff and assessor posts. Names include Henry Cameron, Onie Bowen, Sam Gupton, J C Mudd, Sylvester McIntyre, Hugh Phillips, Tom Christian, W R Els, Roy Hamlin, Harry Carstarphen, Morris Anderson, with activity noted in Hannibal Palmyra and Warren areas. Democratic strength figures to fuel a strong contest while Republicans brace for a quieter race.
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Marion County
Missouri
Ienry Cameron
Hannibal
Mason Township
Cameron
Onie Bowen
Bowen
Sam Gupton
Palmyra
H. Clay Heather
Gupten
J. C. Mudd
South Hannibal
South Side
Syl McIntire
Sylvester McIntyre
Hugh Phillips
Emerson
Milton Phillips
Themas Christian
Warren
Roy Hamlin
Pannibal
Archdeacon Appointed Deputy Internal Revenue Collector
Maurice Archdeason of Hannibal was named deputy internal revenue collector in the district, succeeding Edward Moore who became deputy clerk of the U S district court. Archdeacon, living on North Seventh Street, previously worked for the county collector and in Burlington's general offices. The Whig noted his candidacy and favorable consideration, and he will assume duties immediately.
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Maurice Archdeason
Hannibal
Internal Revenue
Edward Moore
Mennibal
United States District Court
Archdeacon
North Seventh Street
Abure Ad-Seter
Genera
Burlington
Whig
Elmer A Rubison 14 Dies in Home Funeral
Elmer Alvin Rubison aged fourteen died at 6 o clock Wednesday evening at his home of his parents Mr and Mrs John H Rubison on Gold Dust avenue The funeral will be at 230 o clock this afternoon from the home The Rev N B Cox pastor of the Fifth Street Baptist church will conduct the services The youth had been ill for about six weeks and rheumatism caused his decline He was a student in the Han district
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Elmer Alvin Rubinson
John H. Rubison
N. B. Cox
Bfifth Street Baptist Church
Two Criminal Cases on Hannibal January Court Docket
The Hannibal Court of Common Pleas will open Monday with two new criminal cases. Garnett Oswald faces forgery charges after allegedly passing worthless checks and possibly ongoing in other cities. George Branham stands accused in the death of Mrs Greece Johnson, with a not guilty plea and anticipated new information at arraignment.
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Hannibal Court of Common Plas
Garnett Oswald
Mac
Palmyra
T. Hays
Oswald
Hannibal
Kansas City
George Branham
Greece Johnson
Branham
Reception for New Pastor at South Side Church
A reception honored Rev and Mrs James Q Moore and family Thursday at South Side Christian Church. Moore recently arrived to lead the church from Marshall Missouri where he led Marshall Christian Church for several years. A large crowd attended and interest in his administration appeared strong.
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James Q. Moore
South Side Christian Church
Soth Side Christ, Church
Moore
Marshall
Marshall Christian Church
Hannibal Chamber to Elect Six Directors
The Hannibal Chamber of Commerce nominating committee proposed six candidates for the board to be approved at the annual meeting and banquet on Thursday night January 29 at the YMCA. Nominees are W. Pettibone J. Fo Hoff man J. P. Hinton HH Zimmerman S C Osterhout and J Bo Jeffries with the nominating panel led by J P Richards Rt M Clayton Milton Knighton E M Jones and H A Stillwell.
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Hannibal Chamber of Commerce
Pettibone
J. Fo Hy. Hoffman
J. P. Hinton
HH. Zimmerman
S. C. Osterhout
J. Bo Jeffries
Y.M.C. A
J. P. Richards
Rt. M. Clayton Milton Knighton
E. M. Jones
H. A. Stillwell
Burns Speaks at Hannibal Smoker in Mark Twain Hotel
Brookfield attorney C. B. Burns addressed more than 100 attendees at a Hannibal smoker Thursday night. Described as a prominent regional attorney and orator, Burns spoke before Hannibal business men and his remarks were well received.
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C. B. Burns
Brookfield
Hannibal Chamber of Commerce
Mark Twain
Attorney Burns
Missouri
Flannibal Business
Horse Falls On Ice On South Main Street
A horse owned by Allie Wilson fell on ice on South Main Street Thursday morning and broke a leg. Humane officer F. L. Kelly euthanized the animal.
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Allie Wilson
South Main Street
F. L. Kelly
Today's Program At Hannibal Playhouses
At the Star Theater and Park Theater in Hannibal this week Eugene O'Brien stars in Broken Melody and Choosing a Wife. Geraldine Farrar headlines Flame of The Desert at the Park Theater. Broadway star and film appearances highlight the offerings.
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Hannibal
Star Theater
Eugene O'Brien
Park Theater
Geraldine Farrar
Mark Twain Cave Discovery Centuries Ago Huge Charmed Landmark
A century ago panther chases led pioneer Jack Sims to a hole in Laverton Hills and the discovery of Mark Twain's cave near Hannibal Missouri The cave has drawn visitors from across the country and abroad for generations with guides sharing legends of Jesse James and early exploration The piece notes anniversaries and plans for a Hannibal fall celebration to honor the cave's 100th discovery milestone.
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Jack Sims
Missouri
Laverton Hills
Mark Twain
Kentucky
Hannibal
Mark Twains Cave
Union
Tom Sawyer
Samuel LE
Clemens
Wrier
Huckleberry Finn
Mere
Bem Sawyer
Becky Thatcher
Laura Frazier
Twain
Salt River
Balls County
Willam S. Peck
Evan T. Cameron
Marion County
John East
Cameron
East
Jesse James
James
Chi
James Boys
Beach and Steele
Sims Brothers
Culumn
Chamber of Commerce
Three-Year-Old Tucker Dies After Brief Illness
Mildred Juanita Tucker, three year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Luther Tucker of 1108 Fulton Avenue, died at 12 45 this Thursday morning after a two day illness. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm from the home by Rev T JD Fry of Broadway Methodist Church with interment in Antioch cemetery.
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Mildred Juanita Tucker
Luther Tucker
Fulton Avenue
T. JD. Fry
Broadway Methodist Church
Antioch Cemetery
Good Cause For All The Smiles
City Engineer Loren Milla announced the birth of a seven pound son to his wife at Levering hospital on Wednesday morning. Mayor Johnnie Ills becomes a grandfather by the event.
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Loren Milla
Levering Hospital
Johnnie Ills
Missing Property Recovered After 50 Mile Ride With Suspect
Clark Miller arrested in Palmyra on horse stealing charges after a 50 mile ride with Sheriff Will Mefford. Miller guided to a wheat field near Nelsonville where clothing and a diamond stud stolen from a Quincy rooming house were hidden and recovered. He pleads not guilty and is bound over to Palmyra circuit court. firearm found on arrest.
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Clark Miller
Quincy
Marion County
Philadelphi
Eggleston
Benbow
Justice of the Peace
Hayden
Palmyra
Will Mefford
Hannibal
Miller
North Third Street
Nelsonville
Mefford
Peterson Funeral Held On Thursday
Funeral services for Mrs. Charles A. Peterson, who died after a lingering illness at St Elizabeth's hospital, were held Thursday. The obituary notes the family and church references and those who attended.
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Peterson
Charles A. Peterson
St. Elizabeth's Hospital
Church services conducted by Rev B E and Rev B Cox
At 2 30 Thursday afternoon Street Baptist church and residence 417 Section street S Ely Jr pastor of First Presbyterian Revs Hr B Cox pastor of the Fifth church conducted the services Intern
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Street Baptist Church
B.E
Section Street
S. Ely, Jr
First Presbyterian
Hr. B. Cox
Fifth
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