06 Feb 1924
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Newspaper
Unionville Republican
Location
Unionville, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1924
Page
1
A tribute recalls Woodrow Wilson's career from his 1913 presidency to his wartime leadership and post war role. It notes his long illness and final decline, his quiet Washington life, and the enduring impact of his efforts on the League of Nations and U S politics.
A radio tribute marks a distinguished American, praising world unity. The piece notes storm disruptions across the Mississippi and Valleys, with broadcast news from St Louis, Omaha, and Chicago cut off, and market updates from livestock and cattle futures in Chicago and Kansas City.
The piece argues that good roads will transform small towns by expanding their trade territories beyond 15 miles to 50 miles. Towns must unite merchants and invest in advertising and infrastructure to compete with others. It emphasizes building roads, maintaining good merchandise, and broad local publicity to avoid being left behind as transportation evolves.
H A Witty already faced liquor charges and was arrested again last week at his home near Blytheville. Special officers from St. Joseph allegedly found a still, a jug of liquor, and makings. Other arrests followed in the same vicinity as Kartison county authorities push to suppress bootlegging.
The Greens and Grounds Committee of the Unionville Golf Club will present a home talent play See Jerushy in the War Path on February 15 at the Opera House. The cast is carefully selected and rehearsals show the show will be well presented. Unionville residents expect the high standard of local talent.
Last June Princeton voters approved 2500 dollars in fire bonds by 126 to 88 to buy a new fire truck using equipment and for fighting fires. The apparatus now on the ground lacks proper notice and bonds are illegal, triggering a second election set for February 5.
The Sikeston Standard declares the editor is a Woodrow Wilson Democrat opposing the Jim Reed branch of Democrats. He praises Governor Hyde and Calvin Coolidge, saying Hyde governs well and Coolidge would avoid Soviet ideas if elected president.
Fire damaged Kirksville Teachers College facilities but Dr. Kirk led faculty efforts to reopen the Dec k of Kirksville rooms as fuedataly usable. Classes resume with limited time, and access will be extended to all currently present until a later date.
Unionville boys defeated Kahoka 25 to 19 in a hard fought game as Kahoka’s boys played a strong, brlliant early lead before Unionville surged ahead. Kahoka girls edged late, winning 27 to 7 with solid team play and individual efforts. The night featured spirited play from both teams.
The United Mine Workers held in Indianapolis last week saw significant disorder as factions opposed President John L. Lewis. The clash centered on restoring representation to pre-1922 rules, with Lewis presiding amid tumult and unrest.
Dr E B Clements Republican state chairman and Congressman L C Dyer of St. Louis announce candidacies for Missouri’s Republican national committee membership. Dyer is reportedly backed by Babler Liv Morse and others formerly aligned with Babler. Clements hails from the First Congressional district with home at Malden.
Charley Hamilton of near Browning suffered a broken ankle when a tree toppled and pinned him to the ground while cutting logs. J. R. Cadstead worked with him and called for help. Hamilton recently lost nearly all his furniture in a fire, and the Leader Record notes his unlucky run of events.
The text describes a severe winter storm with heavy snow and a northeast gale causing drifts and widespread disruption. Telegraph and telephone wires were down. Chicago and several cities were cut off from outside communication. Radio stations remained active, aiding information exchange as snowbound trains faced hardship and stock suffered amid ongoing harsh winter conditions.
A middle aged textile manufacturer abandons his mill, liquidates capital, and reinvests in tax free securities. He travels and relaxes, arguing high surtaxes waste productive dollars. The Kansas City Star notes tax exits shift burden to consumers and the poor.
Senators denounce outbursts as politically motivated and premature in relation to the oil scandal. The piece argues charges were hurled without solid evidence and notes the fallout for accusers, while acknowledging the Cool administration acted promptly after red deals surfaced.
Grover Giveland, 5 feet 4 inches, the American held captive in Germany for several months, has been released after the U S government pressed the German authorities. He was imprisoned after a trial in Germany and had been accused of wartime misconduct in the United States. He escaped Germany and has since made his home there.
A local free band concert is announced with admission open to all. The program includes pieces like Big Ben Overture Symbol of Honor and Sweet Evening Bells performed by soloists and bands, starting at 7 o clock.
A夜 fiery blaze swept a Green City garage destroying two fragments, the post office, and the motion picture building, owned by Air G W Summers of Unionville. Summers estimates losses at 1400 dollars with no insurance. He had planned a serial screening that night but postponed due to a student show.
Officials warn of falling stones and loose timber at the new court building. Emmons, architect representative, says children unknowingly risk injury by approaching the site during work hours. authorities urge parents to keep minors off the premises for safety.
President Coolidge showed calm leadership in a heated oil scandal debate. He moved to appoint two prominent lawyers from both major parties to investigate and pursue prosecution where warranted, promising full punishment under the law for all levels of guilt.
Firefighters and townspeople battled a blaze at the Kirksville Teachers College library. Despite efforts, about $50,000 in books were lost and the fire damaged fixtures. A separate building will be dedicated for a new library, as restoration is deemed unlikely.
Auction notices list multiple closing out sales with dates in February. Casady, Jeanon, and Livonia stock events occur Feb 11 to Feb 19 at locations several miles from nearby towns. Bert Davis Clavie Davis and Shelton Pickering conduct auctions near Omaha store and Exline with varying proximities and dates.
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