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Newspaper
Unionville Republican
Location
Unionville, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1920
Page
1
Washington senators engage in talks on a compromise to ratify a treaty. Democrats meet to unite, while the President demands assent to any proposal. If Democrats revolt fails, the treaty may stay as is with a presidential veto possible. Congress could pass a war-end resolution or the President could change the terms.
Fragmentary memoir of a man named John Darleycorn facing a dire outcome. Mentions New York debauchery and a boy with uncertain fate. Describes losses and a reserve dwindling as life nears its end.
Major General Leonard Wood filed his nomination papers for President in South Dakota last week after long urging by friends. He had refused to seek the nomination but South Dakota requires filing to be a candidate. The field remains unsettled as the convention is expected to choose after meeting, keeping the nation free to express an untrammeled vote.
The Culbertron paper reports Nolan Helton, a former Putnam County boy from Iowa, purchasing the Princess motion picture theatre in Culbertron. The article notes Helton’s focus on improving film quality with the motto Better Films and his early years racing horses.
C G Smith sold his south side meat shop at the square last Tuesday to Scott Sait and Carl VanBus who began their session that night at eight. The new proprietors promise strict price discipline and a broader delivery service. Mr Lane brings prior trade experience and will continue to operate the Lemons shop during transitions.
Saturday night December 20 at Hotel Laredo the wedding of Rich Walker and Mrs. Kuch was held. Rev Minnie Hall officiated as witnesses noted the ceremony’s sacred simplicity. Rich is the new agent at St Great Northern depot recently transferred from Collins. Mrs Rich is described as accomplished with many friends in Pea pod Rawn and town. The couple will reside at Hotel Laredo.
A wedding took place at the home of Mr and Mrs D Husted near Martinstown at noon on Sunday January 4. Neva, daughter of the hosts, married Birney Foehtling in a ceremony led by Rev P G Hickman. The reception featured a bountiful dinner and guests wished the couple a prosperous life together.
The big brick building on the southwest square corner, once tied to Citizens Bank, changes ownership. Dave Bramshall pays 6.6 to acquire the property, reversing years of ownership by Mr. Ranes and turning it into an investment.
Attorney General Palmer issued an eight line year to year statement urging Reds to be rounded up and dealt with wherever possible. The spirit is laudable, but questions arise about delaying action and the extent of the crackdown. Excellent work is noted yet pussyfooting persists in enforcement.
Probasco McKinley clan members from near Mendota joined in marriage with Davio Vera Probasco as the ceremony took place at the Christian parsonage in Mendota at 7:30 p m. The couple will reside northeast of Unionville on a farm and begin married life with strong community regard.
Victor Berger, Milwaukee Socialist long questioned over loyalty, was reelected in a special election amid Republican and Democrat opposition. A fusion candidate challenges his seat on disqualification grounds, arguing Berger cannot hold office and that votes for him should not count. Steve Smith traveled to Des Moines, Iowa for hospital treatment and potential surgery.
Across the country more than 100 people died between Christmas and New Year after consuming moonshine and improvised spirits. Authorities warn that weed alcohol in the base mix caused many fatalities and trigger renewed calls to end prohibition.
Rev J M Dutton is the new pastor at the Clarkdale Baptist Church. He conducted services last week at Unionville and plans to move with his four children to the Parsonage near the corner. The family will be seated here soon as the community welcomes him.
The international aviation federation plans two million dollars in prizes for 1920. The top prize is one million dollars for a race around the world. A second event across the United States offers one hundred thousand dollars. Dan McMorrow of Frederick Oklahoma traveled to Cincinnati Ohio today to visit relatives.
Neighbors recall a woman identified as Misa Nancy McCollay facing a hearing after a string of suspicious events. Court records indicate multiple charges tied to alleged theft and misconduct in the community.
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