Vision and Talent Shift in Midwestern Social Roles
A critique notes women dominate cultural life in the middle West with men in supportive roles. Women steer book clubs, art, and clergy selection, shaping homes and social events, while men defer to female influence. The essay cites a co‑ed university student praising Thomas Jefferson in a family context to illustrate gender dynamics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perior
Book Club
Dante Club
Woll
West
Thomas Jefferson
Livestock Markets Report From Kansas City Trade
The Kansas City cattle market trends upward with top year levels and prices for beef cattle rising 40 to 60 cents since May. Hogs gain then steady with a top of 4.67 and bulk 4.45 to 4.60. Sheep and lamb prices firm for quality with spring lambs up to 7 and yearlings to 5.75. J. J. Lamm of Sedalia buys two car loads of stockers amid ongoing receipts.
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Ward Merch
Ion
J. J. Lamm
Sedalia
Pettis County
Graves of the Garfields in Worcester Graveyard
Abandoned Worcester cemetery holds graves of Abraham Garfield and his ancestors. A bank won rights to build on the site after a dispute. Foundations are under way while locals await discovery of martyred President Garfield’s exact burial spots. James Nelson possesses a Garfield letter noting the hoped Worcester visit.
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Worcester Village
President Garfield
Abraham Garfield
Ohio
Solomon Garfield
Worcester
Thomas Garfield
Garfield
James Nelson
Garfiell
Muskoka Lakes Summer Resort Hotel Ad
Grand Trunk Railway promotes the Royal Muskoka Hotel in Muskoka Lakes as a premier summer resort with easy U S and Canada access. Effective June 1, special low round trip fares will apply from the Southwest. Contact Advertising Department Grand Trunk Railway System Chicago for details.
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Muskoka Lakes
United States
Canada
Grand Trunk Railway System
Adams St
Chicago
George W. Vaux
T. A
Mrs Moore Hosts Sans Gene Club Meeting
Mrs E L Moore entertained the Sans Gene club on Wednesday afternoon. Mrs George Trader won the club prize a pretty picture in parnt wood. Mrs S K Bullard received the guest prize and Mrs C E Messerly the consolation prize. Refreshments included chicken patties French peas lettuce sandwiches ices and cakes.
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E. L. Moore
Sans Gene Club
George Trader
Parnt Wood
S. K. Bullard
C. E. Messerly
Hollister Rocky Mountain Tea Promises Restore Health
Advertisement for Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea from W. E. Bard Drug Company claims to revive energy, rebuild the body, and cure ailments. Tea or tablets offered at 35 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollister
W. E. Bard Drug Company
Pettis County Prosecution Office Candidates Named
The Democratic and Republican parties list candidates for Pettis county prosecuting attorney. Mark A. McGruder C. C. Kelly and H. K. Bente announced as nominees or candidates subject to party primaries or conventions.
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Mark A. McGruder
Pettis County
C. C. Kelly
H. K. Bente
Barnett Named Democratic Attorney Candidate for Fettis County
The announcement designates O. V M. Barnett as the Democratic candidate for Fettis County attorney. Local party officials endorse Barnett as a proven lawyer with public service experience and a plan to uphold county interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. V M. Barnett
Fettis County
Candidates Named for Pettis County Sheriff Race
The Sentinel announces I. N. Sprecher of Dresden township as a Democratic primary candidate for Pettis County sheriff. Charles S. Williams is also named as a Democratic primary candidate for Pettis County sheriff.
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The
Sentinel
I. N. Sprecher
Dresden Township
Pettis County
Charles S. Williams
County Collector Candidate Nounce A J Hughes
Nounce A Hughes of Lamont township declares as a candidate for County Collector subject to Democratic primary action. The announcement notes the party designation and upcoming primary process.
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The
Sentinel
A. J. Hughes
Lamonte Township
County Treasurer Clemens Honkamp Seeks renomination
Clemens Honkamp announces candidacy for renomination as county treasurer, subject to Democratic primary action.
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The
Sentinel
Clemens Honkamp
Sedalia Man Joseph Starr Seeks Pettis County Assessor Post
Joseph A Starr of Sedalia enters the Pettis County assessor race awaiting party or official action. The local race centers on the county’s property valuations and tax oversight as Starr seeks the elected position.
Charles D. Brown Seeks Pettis County Assessor Post
Charles D. Brown runs for the office of assessor in Pettis County subject to the action of the Republican Party. He seeks party backing and designation as the party nominee.
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Charles D. Brown
Pettis County
Republican Party
Lyle Wins Violin Medal at Sedalia College Music Contest
The Sedalia College of Music held a violin and vocal contest in a new recital hall. Floyd Lyle won the violin medal for Cappriccio by Leonard while Agnes Scott Longan took the Mrs. Theodore Shelton vocal medal among five contestants. Medals were presented by Rev. J. M. Rudy.
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Sedalia College of Music
New Recital Hall
John Major
Floyd Lyle
Lyle
Cappriccio
Leonard
Anna Young
Harriett Hammond
Anna Brill
Agnes Scott Longan
W. H. Boullt
W. D. Steele
Harry Wilson
Har‘tenbach
Harriet van Antwerp
Lois Price
J. M. Downing
Aspen
Colo
Vic Jones
J. M. Rudy
First Christian Church
To Die of Paralysis Like Father
Personal testimonial ad for Dr Miles Restorative Nervine promising nerve and health restoration. Mrs M Decks from Oakland Ave Minn credits relief from headaches and nervous prostration after using the product. Mrs W A Thompson of Duluth Minn reports long illness and recovery after seven bottles. Advertising copy cites availability and free book.
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Chicago
Miles
W. A. Thompson
Duluth
Minn
Dr. Miles Medical Co
Elkhart
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Middle West
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Young Lady
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Garfields
Bank
ROYAL
America
Toronto
Muskoka Wharf
Grand Trunk-Illinois Central
St. Louis
Montreal
Mrs. Moore
Cascarete
George Kryder
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Sterling Remedy Co
Cisdeage
N.Y
Joseph A. Starr
Dr. Miles’ Nervine
W. E. Bard Drug Co
T. J. Todd
Ligenfritz
Queen City Phone
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