Sikeston Herald publisher and notice details
The Sikeston Herald lists CLINT HE. DENMAN as publisher and Ward Denman as assistant, with publication weekly on Thursdays from 9 West Malone Avenue Sikeston Missouri. It notes yearly subscription rates for Bett and Adjining Counties at $1.50 and $2.00 elsewhere, with terms stated in advance and that the paper was entered as second class matter March 9, 190S at Sikeston post office under the 1879 act.
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Malone Avenue
Sikeston
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Editorial urges Blanton to prosecute ballot fraud in St Louis
The St Louis Post-Dispatch calls for District Attorney Harry Blanton and the FBI to pursue those corrupting elections in Missouri's metropolis. It credits Milligan and aides in Kansas City and urges Blanton to act to restore clean elections, promising strong public support and cooperation from the state’s top leaders.
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Distret Attormey
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Illinois
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Ilinois
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Uncle Sam's
A Rare Gift From Attorney Gresham to The Herald
The Herald editor receives a illustrated poem about the Ozark hills and streams of Missouri in The Shepherd of the Hills country. The gift, framed with scenes of Old Matt and Mutton Hollow, will hang in the Gerald office and is gratefully remembered by the donor. A new State Highway Division engineer has arrived in Sikes ton and is said to be warmly received by local editors and popular with residents.
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M. G. Gresham
Missouri
Harold Bell Wright
the Herald
State Highway Department
Sikeston
Upom
Standard
Big Tom
Explosion at municipal plant prompts concern and repairs
A Tuesday night explosion at the municipal light and power plant caused injuries to the operator in charge and damage to the plant. Officials emphasize no serious injuries and ongoing service while repairs are funded. Separately, farmers expressed tepid support for Secretary Wallace's farm program as most voters stayed home.
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Board of Pubic Works
Board of Public Works
Wallace
Twenty Years Ago Sikeston in December 1918 News
Sikeston planned a municipal Christmas tree as setup by a general committee. Sugar-use limits were lifted in households and public eateries. The Bank of Sikeston became receiver for People's Bank. New electric rates set January 1 to cut electricity costs. A local student captaincy and letters awarded marked sports and school events. Christmas lights brightened Sikeston’s business district amid misty rain and icy streets. Sheriff Wade Anderson showcased the Scott County jail. Dr. Leonard Jenkins remarks on keeping cool heads and avoiding self-decapitation in daily life.
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Sikeston
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People’s Bank
M. M. Beck
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Tom Allen
Paul Higgins
Bulldog
Whitmer
Dick Swaim
Weldon McDonald
Carroll Sutton
Kemper Bruton
Shelburn
Scott County
Ed Fuchs
E. P. Coleman
Board of Public Works
Missouri
Wade Anderson
Benton
Full Steam Ahead MRE Blanton
A St Louis Post-Dispatch piece notes a Missouri Supreme Court order halting a grand jury probe into November election discrepancies in St Louis. The order supports secrecy concerns and shifts focus to other alleged crookedness while suggesting federal action may advance honest ballots.
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St. Louis
Democratic
Hannezan
Missour Supreme Court
Murphy
St. Louis Election Board
Grand Jury
Patrick H Cullen
Woman's Benefit Association elects new officers
The Woman's Benefit Association held a Monday meeting electing Mrs Dean Marshall as president and Mrs George Stringer as vice president. Other officers include past president Mrs Harvey Morrison recording secretary Mrs Frank Moody financial secretary Mrs John Fox treasurer Mrs C C Buchanan chaplain Mrs Betha Killgore lady of ceremonies Mrs Vernon Gaddis and sergeant Mrs Stella Moll. Remaining officers to be appointed at a December 26 meeting with installation plans to be set after the new year.
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Woman's Benefit Association
Dean Marshall
George Stringer
Harvey Morrison
Frank Moody
John Fox
C. C. Buchanan
Betha Killgore
Vernon Gaddis
Stella Moll
Hollingsworth Heads Knights Templar Group
W. E. Hollingsworth of Sheston was elected commander of the Commandery of Knights Templar at the annual Cape Girardeau meeting. Other officers named were Glen McClain generalissimo Walter Barrett captain-general L. G. Stovall treasurer and W. P. Caruthers recorder. Next meeting set for January 12 to install new officers.
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W. E. Hollingsworth of
Sheston
Knights Templar
Cape Girardeau
W. L. Haters
Sikeston
Glen McClain
Generalissmo
Walter Barrett
L. G. Stoval
W. P. Caruthers
Junior W E A Wembers to be Entertained
Junior members of the Woman's Benefit Association will be guests at a dinner to be given on Monday night, December 29, by members of the senior organization. A program will follow the dinner, after which a social hour will be enjoyed. Friendship Circle to Have Turkey Dinner. The Friendship Circle of the Woman's Benefit Association will have a turkey dinner on Wednesday night, December 21, at the home of Mrs. C. C. Buchanan All members of the circle are invited.
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Woman's Benefit Association
Woman’s Benefit Association
C. C. Buchanan
Eastern Star Party Slated for December 22 at ILOOF Hall
Members of the Eastern Star Chapter plan a potluck supper at the ILOOF hall on Thursday night December 22 with serving at 6:30 PM. A business session led by Mrs. Wade Shankle, worthy matron, will follow the meal.
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Ilo.o F
Wade Shankle
Rebekah Lodge Elects Officers At O O F Hall
At a meeting last Friday night at the Shriners hall the Rebekah Lodge elected Mrs. Wm. Meyers of Blodgett noble grand and chose Mrs. Lillie Reynolds as vice president Mrs. C C White as secretary and Mrs Wm. Haman as treasurer Installations are planned at the first meeting of the new year.
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S.r O. O. F. Hall
Rebekah Lodge
Wm. Meyers of
Blodgett
Lillie Reynolds
C. C. White
Wm. Haman
Legion Auxiliary to Meet Tuesday for Toys and Food Drive
The American Legion Auxiliary will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday December 20 at Mrs Loomis Mayfield home with Mrs Gene Hirschberg assisting. Each member should bring two toys and a canned good item for Christmas baskets to be distributed by the group.
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American Legion Auxiliary
Loomis Mayfield
Gene Hirschberg
Junior Auxiliary to Meet Friday
The Junior American Legion Auxiliary holds a meeting after school Friday afternoon December 16 at Mrs. A. P. Burrows home on Kathleen avenue. All members should attend and bring a 10 cent gift.
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A. P. Burrows
Kathleen Avenue
Jolly Twelve Christmas Party Held at Leech Home
The Jolly Twelve held its annual Christmas party Tuesday afternoon at Mrs. E N Leech home. After gift exchange the group played games with Mrs Tanner Dye winning high and Mrs George Farris low. An organization meeting will be at Mrs Eli Williams Ruth Street Wednesday afternoon January 18 1939.
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Tanner Dye
High Place
George Farris
Low
Eli Williams
Ruth Street
Herald vows accuracy in reporting news
The Herald commits to precise coverage, stating it aims to report events faithfully and verify details before publication. The statement underscores editorial responsibility, transparency, and ongoing efforts to improve fact checking and correction processes.
Gleaners Class Christmas Party at Methodist Church
The Gleaners Class of the Methodist church held a Christmas program in the church recreational rooms with Mrs. Chas. Lindley and her circle arranging. Mrs. R. A. Harper led, with a Bible story by Mrs. Wm. A. Johnson, a quartet, readings by Miss Ruth Hollingsworth and Mrs. H. E. Dudley, and carols. A lighted tree with gifts welcomed all after the program and refreshments followed.
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Chas. Lindley
R. A. Harper
Wm. A. Johnson
Mesdames
L. L. Conatser
Edw. Boardman
R. D. Sorrells
Ruth Hollingsworth
H. E. Dudley
Arch Russell
Tanner C. Dye
Ben Jon Society Hosts White Elephant Sale at Moore Ave
Twenty two members of the Ben Jon Society of the Methodist church held a White Elephant sale Monday night at Mrs Clyde Matthews home on Moore avenue. Proceeds totaled seven dollars. Members exchanged gifts and enjoyed a social hour. Miss Edith Elmore presides the society, a group of young girls and matrons in the church.
Going Away Party for Mesdames Matthews
Mrs Jos L Matthews entertained with a luncheon for her sisters in law Mrs C D Matthews Jr and Mrs E C Matthews and the latter s daughter Miss Olga and son Edward who will depart January 4 for a four months cruise to foreign countries.
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C. D. Matthews Jr
E. C. Matthews
Miss Olga
Edward
England sees more shop owners die by own actions than others
In England, more store owners commit suicide than any other professional group. Judges, lawyers, dentists, and real estate agents follow in the ranking, in that sequence.
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Sikeston Kiwanis to hear Trooper Dace speak tomorrow
Trooper Melvin Dace of the State Highway Patrol will address the Sikeston Kiwanis Club at the Marshall Hotel tomorrow night. He will discuss experiences hunting criminals in Southeast Missouri. Rev. R. S. Rains spoke Friday on dividing the increase and blessings, noting American generosity.
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United States
Storekeeping Classified Safest Occupation Findings
An analysis of occupational mortality in England and Wales from the registrar general ranks storekeeper's assistants as the safest job. It lists best records for agricultural machine workers wireless shore operators and draftsmen, while underground metal miners sand-blasters stevedores slate miners and quarry workers show the worst rates. Clergymen rank high with best outcomes, and doctors sit low with hotel keepers among the least safe.
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