First FSA house dedicated in Southeast Missouri
The Farm Security Administration’s first house for needy Southeast Missouri farm families was dedicated and occupied Tuesday. A six person family, described as penniless with only a few household articles, a shotgun, and a hound dog, now lives on three acres. The piece criticizes tax money spent on housing for indigent families and calls for removal of spenders.
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Farm Security Administration
Southeast Missouri
FSA
Indianapolis
Ind
Missouri
Russia
The Merchant Pays in Sikeston Panhandler Concern
In Sikeston over two weeks drives raised funds for Red Cross Boy Scouts and Poppy Day. The editorial says local business people bear the burden while outside solicitors, including bonnet ladies and children, seek handouts. It warns some groups mimic charity drives to pressure shoppers and urges protection against daily solicitations.
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Red Cross
Boy Scouts
Sikeston
Salvation Army
Memorial Day Army Convoys Roll Toward the East
On Memorial Day a motorized U S Army unit moves along Highway 60 in khaki uniforms. The brief display underscores global war, urging peace from hearts rather than arms as a path to democracy.
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United States Army
Community band makes debut at memorial services
Paul Slinkard leads a new community band in a charitable debut at memorial services last Sunday. The civic minded director receives thanks as the group aims to grow in size and service to the community.
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Paul Slinkard
May 28 1920 Sikeston Herald notes Decoration Day ceremonies
Twenty years ago on May 28 1920 the Sikeston Herald reports Decoration Day services to be held Sunday afternoon under Henry Meldrum Post American Legion with no uniforms due to heat. It also notes the Southeast Missouri Drummers Association convention started in Sikeston as one of the best attended in recent years. James Kevil traveled to St. Louis to retrieve his car from repairs.
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Missouri House of Representatives
Della Harper
Mollie Harper
John Welter
Thos. R. Woods
St. Francis Xavier Catholic
The
Christian Endeavor Society
Interdenominational Young People's Organization
Sikeston Methodist Church
Plenty of Work Now In Sikeston Cotton Fields
Thousands of cotton plants appear on Sikeston farms with many weeds among the young stalks. The article urges unemployed residents to take up hoeing and tilling, stating those who cannot find work should show enthusiasm, contrasting work in the fields with loafing and cursing the government.
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Sikeston
John Smith
Legion Helpers Assist Sikeston Soldier Visitors
Members of the Henry Meldrum Post of the American Legion and other veterans aided in preparing quarters for Sikeston's soldier visitors last night. Special Legion police and Company officers joined in the effort, earning community thanks for their good service.
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Henry Meldrum
American Legion
Special Legion Police
Sikeston
Cape Girardeau Bar Names New Officers
Cape Girardeau Hardesty elected president of the Cape County Bar Association this week succeeding Judge C. A. Knehans. Other officers chosen include W. O. Statler as vice president E. L. McClintock as secretary and Jr. Henry Caruthers as treasurer.
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Cape Girardeau
B. C. Hardesty
Cape County Bar Association
C. A. Knehans
W. O. Statler
E. L. McClintock
Jr. Henry Caruthers
Soldiers arrive in Sikeston for homeward shift parade
More than 3000 U S Army troops swept into Sikeston over two days marching toward home stations in Illinois and beyond. Spectators lined Malone avenue in a caravan of khaki trucks as young soldiers mingled with families, recalling war memories while enjoying a rare landing parade before departure.
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Sikeston
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Mississippi
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Malone Avenue
No Room for Agitators in Sikeston Posture
Citizens of Sikeston pledge to promote peace and refuse receptions for agitators and anti peace literature. Officials are urged to restrict agitators and keep Sikeston a quiet, peaceful community.
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Sikeston
United States
Candidate for Senator Visits Sikeston Saturday
William E. Byers, Republican nomination candidate for U S Senator, visited Sikeston on Saturday in support of his bid. Based in Kansas City, he chairs the Republican City Central Committee and is a former Jackson County Republican leader. This is his first run for public office.
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William E. Byers
United States
Sikeston
Mr. Byers
Kansas City
Republican City Central Committee
Jackson County
Republican Committee
Milligan Speaks in Missouri Campaign Swing
Maurice M. Milligan a U S Senate candidate spoke to under fifty people in this section of Missouri last Saturday night on campaign swing. He attacked Gov Lloyd C Stark who also seeks the Democratic nomination along with Harry S Truman of Jefferson City. Milligan a former U S district attorney for Kansas City is campaigning for the primary.
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Maurice M. Milligan
United States Senate
Missouri
Lloyd C. Stark
Senate
Harry Truman
Jefferson City
Milligan
United States
Kansas City
Stark
Truman
Major Malone Called to Active Army Duty
Major C L Malone was ordered to active duty at the Third Military Area in St Louis and Jefferson Barracks from June 17 to July 27. His duty centers on operating a reception center to process civilians into soldiers, with examinations, equipment, and assignments streamlined. The center will be led by selected officers and will include Civilian Military Training Corps entrants as part of rapid mobilization efforts nationwide.
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C. L. Malone
Third Military Area
St. Louis
Jefferson Barracks
Malone
Military Training Corps
Herald Farm News Roundup
The Herald reports on local agriculture updates including crop outlooks, market prices, and farm conditions. Field notes mention weather impacts, planting progress, and advisory tips for growers in the region.
President Roosevelt calls for national unity in fireside chat
In a solemn address, President Roosevelt pledges military buildup to meet future needs and to protect social gains, while pledging aid to private industry under the preparedness program. He warns of Trojan horse treachery, foreign sponsored dissension, and fifth column threats, urging unity and consumer protection amidst looming global danger. The president also appeals for Red Cross support for millions displaced by war in Belgium and northern France.
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Red Cross
Belgium
France
Washington
A Bouquet For Missouri s Governor
From Emporia Kansas Gazette reports a large crowd in the Municipal Auditorium heard Gov. Stark speak plainly and with conviction. The Democrat governor impressed as a straightforward, energetic leader, delivering a pro democracy message and a pledge to free speech and assembly. Despite party lines, Missourians and five valley voters formed a cordial, patriotic audience.
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Kansas
Gov. Stark
Missouri
Stark
Mrs Tanner Guests With Sister Near Chaffee
Mrs John L Tanner is the guest of her sister Mrs Joe Marshall and family near Chaffee in a brief social note highlighting family hospitality and local ties.
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John L. Tanner
Joe Marshall
Chaffee
Smart summer style on a budget in Sikeston
The column urges clever vacation wardrobes under budget, arguing smart shopping at home beats traveling for gear. It promotes washable fabrics like mesh, seersucker, and printed cottons, notes travel-friendly materials, and offers dos and don'ts for summer outfits while inviting readers to request personalized tips from Eve Johnson.
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California
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Ozarks
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Jersey
Shantung
Eve Johnson
The
Herald
Mrs. Woods and Daughter Visit Mrs. Allen Family
Mrs. Mary Woods and her daughter in law Mrs. Max Woods of Columbia Missouri are guests of Mrs. Tom Allen and family. Mrs. Max Woods will return home late this week while Mrs. Woods plans a longer visit.
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Mary Woods
Max Woods
Columbia, Mo
Tom Allen
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