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Newspaper
Sikeston Herald
Location
Sikeston, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1956
Page
2
Authorized to announce candidacy under voter will for the Democratic Primary in Scott County on Tuesday August 1956. The statement identifies the candidate and underscores support within the party and region.
A reflective critique from English writers on cooling individual freedom under expanding government. Alfred Edwards Ivor Thomas warn that State control erodes initiative as inflation taxes and social services rise, turning citizens toward pensioned dependence while Governance grows stronger. The piece cites Anthony LeJeune and a Society for Traditional Freedom on lessons for Americans.
The fragment praises friendship as a force that elevates life and reveals nobility. It speaks of Emersonian ideals, describing how a friend frees the heart, arks the sky, and feeds the rose. The speaker credits a friend with guiding the soul beyond worldly routine and inspiring resilience.
A speculative piece imagines Jefferson Franklin Washington and others visiting the U S capital in modern times The essay notes their potential fascination with the Capitol Treasury and White House while highlighting tensions over federal powers versus states rights and the Bill of Rights in current politics. The tone mirrors a historical newspaper column reflecting on governance and constitutional limits.
An elderly resident of Pinhook Prairie Joss Dabo Doug, aged 76, former farmer, died Saturday at home. The obituary notes several family connections, mentions Charleton and Loudde origins, and lists funeral arrangements led by Rev F OG Caes with burial at Dogwood cemetery. The notice references multiple relatives including Mrs Dow Word and Mr J Roger Mi Ross, detailing prior children and a wife.
Hally C Blanton received notice Saturday that he was selected as a candidate for membership in the Fellows of the American Bat Foundation. The letter, from the Bond of Directors of the American Bat Association, informed him of the honor and outlines the basis for selection based on public and private service to the welfare of the organization.
The Rockin Chair offers vast discounts on lawn mowers 18 and 21 inch, fans, pumps, tires, doors, lumber, and hardware with hundreds of items. Prices slash 4 to 5 thousand dollars on select tools and equipment, plus weekly specials on paints, turpentine, shoes, cookware, and more. Limited time Friday and Saturday only.
Kaurer Espy Supply Co. announces a new store in Barnhart Missouri near St Louis Highway 61 and 67. The shop advertises nightly hours until 11 and seeks to attract crowds of up to 100000 shoppers weekly. Contact number provided is Hobart 7 3300.
In Charleston at 5 30 pm Saturday Mrs Barbara Mids McDermott 26 died in St Mary Hospital Carroll about an hour after being shot in the forehead with a .22 calibre pistol by Yoline Helms at the latter's home. McDermott, reportedly separated from her husband, had gone with Helms Jr husband of Mrs Fedine Helms to allow Helms to change clothes. While in the house Helms returned, fired from the back porch hitting McDermott in the forehead. She was taken to a veterinarian then to the hospital where she died. Funeral services were held for McDermott with details and family notes provided. Sheriff John Scott of Mississippi counts investigation continues.
Luther Jines celebrated his 71st birthday with family and friends in attendance. Attendees included son Jesse James of Morles and Vis Lyman, and numerous Jines relatives such as Mr and Mrs Shellman Jines, Bob and Don Alraind, and Gene Jines. Additional guests included Miss Pam Schafer and Miss Carolyn Moshey, with care from Mass Care of Hedges and Ste. Louis contacts among the extended family.
Scouts from Sikeston and Mancher county join Camp Lewallen led by Glenn Keller and Ickx Brown for a weeklong stay ending Saturday. Participants include Turner, Ponder, Wioman, Wisimon, Scott, Woodford, Childress, Robinson, Thomas, Hall, and others amid a Methodist Church sponsored event with Dea Taylor in charge.
A nighttime burglary attempt near the Pepsi Cola plant on Highway 60 E was thwarted after a resident alerted police. Officers stopped two suspects from St Louis named Richard Liosa Renu and William Joseph Donovan and later detained others connected with Missouri Utilities. A state trooper arrived for further questioning as additional details emerged about the incident and related local observations.
A Rotary Club gathering at the Dunn Hotel discussed future electricity advances. The talk highlighted tidal and new heating methods and claimed improvements in home convenience. The event featured program chair and explanations on potential applications and benefits.
A Scott county 4‑H committee has planned the 4‑H County Camp at Lake Wappapello from July 23 to 25. Activities include swimming wildlife conservation handicrafts and marketing with Al Haskins in charge of conservation and J M Ragsdale assisting with marketing. Junior leaders help with crafts and camp management along with water activities led by F O Chasteen. Other sports include softball and volleyball as part of a varied program for 4‑Hers.
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