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Newspaper
Unionville Republican
Location
Unionville, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1902
Page
4
Wilmington county paper notes the Uniervile Missouri post office entry as second class master with subscription pricing set at 1.00 per year in advance on December 24 1802.
The report covers varying events from a possible U S Senate bid by William Joel Stone and James Whitecotton to a fatal Darbyville fire, a San Francisco railroad wreck, Monroe statehood debates, Monroe Doctrine praise, Jerusalem at the St Louis World’s Fair exhibit, and Roosevelt acting as arbitrator in Venezuela.
The opera house hosts The Girl From Frisco on Friday night with a likely attendance showing local interest in the production. Performances and reviews in the paper note the show features period musical numbers and a light, comedic plot.
Local ad for harness and saddlery items including collars bridles curry combs brushes halters. Sells at the Weat side square from A M Swerr inviting customers to call and see needful goods.
A. J. Hume, proprietor of Powersville Hotel, swore out a warrant against Ed H. Smith, editor of the China News, for criminal libel after Smith criticized the hotel. Deputy W. O. Robbins arrested Smith. bond posted and the hearing set for a later date.
Constable Dearing and Deputy Marshal Miller seized Frank Brandon at Toim Johnsons saloon on a warrant from Adair county for horse stealing. He was held overnight and transported to Kirksville for trial. The case involves two horses taken near Winigan on May 19 1901 and sold near Lineville Iowa.
A. M. Swett promotes a vast range of goods with the assertion that prices are at their lowest while quality remains a priority.
In Powersville, on Wednesday December 17, at Grandma Lowcock's home, Wilford Young, son of John Young of Terre Haute origins, and Eva Draper daughter of T P Draper, were married by Rev Carder. The couple, from Putnam county's respected families, begin a long life of happiness.
Sale notice for a Louse and two lots in RK R addition Unionville. Inquiries directed to H. H. Earnarrth regarding the property and price.
In the evening of December 21 at D E Statton's home, Robert H. Daniels and Eva Schoonover, both of near St John Missouri, were united in marriage by Rev. David E. Statton. The couple, highly respected in the community, begin life together with bright prospects as friends extend congratulations.
A. M. Swert advertises a large assortment of horse blankets at the lowest possible prices on the west side square.
Friday night December 26 the laughing success The Girl From Frisco will hold the boards at the Hays Opera House. The comedy stars Louise Carter in the title role with a metropolitan company. Ticket prices are 25 35 and 60 cents with seats on sale at Haysatore.
Advertisement outlines a prize offered by BR Bonfoey for the best bushel of corn from Putnam County to be sent to the St. Louis World's Fair. Bonfoey, a Missouri Board of Commissioners member, aims to showcase local produce and encourage strong county representation.
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