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Newspaper
Unionville Republican
Location
Unionville, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1916
Page
9
The Unionville Republican, published by Unionville Republican Printing Co., issues its Wednesday edition dated December 20, 1916. The issue presents local news, notices, and community items typical of a small town newspaper.
The Missouri debate on raising sixteen million for the next biennium faces a shortfall of eleven million with lawmakers proposing ways to raise revenue. The focus is on taxing wealth beyond modest assessor levels, curbing wasteful spending, and ensuring fair taxation across property and income to cover state obligations. The political contest features Gordon contesting Hackmann for auditor amid broader alignment shifts and national peace talks with Germany and the Allies.
A discussion on the Adamson railway law and its impact on capital and labor. The piece argues the law deepens class conflict, predicts broader government entanglement in wages and prices, and urges moderation and arbitration to avoid public burden and rising living costs. It notes ongoing union strength and warns against partisan government action.
The article analyzes Democratic and Republican campaign finances in Missouri. It cites sworn reports showing Democrats raised 127960.48 with 46500 from DNC, while Republicans collected 4142. It argues outside contributions favored Democrats despite claims of heavy Republican fundraising. The piece critiques campaign rhetoric on money and notes rising food prices influence voters.
List of letters remaining in the Unionville Missouri post office as of Monday, February 18, 1916, with instruction that unclaimed items will be sent to the Dead Letter Office. Names include L. Stout, Albers Fisher, M. F. Green, O. M. Drake, C. W. Tinneham, H. J. Geisinger noted as Postmaster.
Executor announces letters testamentary on the estate of Abraham Sulser granted December 20 1916 by the Probate Court of Putnam County Missouri. Creditors must present claims within one year from last publication or be barred from any benefit. Publication date in 2018.
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