Sworn Circulation Figures For Putnam County
Aes sworn circulation data shows 2,900 with 4 percent growth and Putnam County reporting 2,450 copies.
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Newspaper
Unionville Republican
Location
Unionville, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1900
Page
4
Aes sworn circulation data shows 2,900 with 4 percent growth and Putnam County reporting 2,450 copies.
In Jefferson City the slate shows Allen Delaibe from Kansas City for Lieutenant Governor, WL Porterfield of Kansas City for Secretary of State, 8 Oxford from Hall County for Attorney General, WB Fleming of Webster Groves for Treasurer, and IW Rabloebaum from St. Charles for Auditor.
A partial slate lists candidates for county offices including Sheriff Robt L Gray in Lincoln township and Rollie Timmon s in Farm township for Sheriff, Prosecuting Attorney Lee Robison Unionville, Surveyor George Dickson Jackson township, Public Administrator A Frank Keene Wilson township, Coroner in Lincoln township, and County Court judges West Jackson and East Monelly Wilson townships.
The county Republican group expresses support for a united approach in selecting a candidate. They state personal interests should yield to party cohesion and general welfare for the local political effort.
The passage asserts Theodore Roosevelt could be a top choice for the presidency and discusses the unlikely chance of his accepting a vice presidential role this year, noting the difficulty of his nomination and election in the near term.
A reader overview rails at party factions and campaign funding as Missouri Democrats elect delegates to the National Convention. It criticizes Col. W. H. Phelps as a lobbyist, contends anti-lobby efforts are likely, and notes Governor Stephens and Mayor Zeigenhein amid a streetcar strike amid police failings and municipal finance questions.
In Omaha Mr. Bryan welcomes Boer envoys and declares personal support for Boer freedom while opposing government participation in the South African situation. The Linneus Bulletin notes a shift from earlier Democratic criticism of McKinley over official sympathy.
The Trenton Tribune argues that a Republican state ticket led by Joe Flory offers a clean capable change from the "old deal" in Jefferson City. The piece accuses Col Phelps of steering assessor board appointments and urges Democrats to back a Republican slate to reform state government.
Dr B B Cargile of Washita I T writes that Electric Bitters cured Mrs Brewer of scrofula after years of suffering. Terrible sores on head and face healed and health restored. Described as the best blood purifier and supreme remedy for eczema tetter salt rheum ulcers boils running sores. Said to stimulate liver kidneys bowels expel poisons aid digestion and build strength. Only 60 cts sold by Noah Martin Druggiat with guarantee.
A Missouri Executive Department circular defending Governor Stephens on not calling out the militia during the St. Louis street car strike draws sharp rebuke. The writer labels the administration undignified and incompetent and questions Democratic backing in local and state conventions.
The St. Louis Mirror reports Willam H. Phelps charging Stone with encroaching on his lobby business and alleges Phelps reveals graft and corruption in Missouri politics. Phelps argues the Chicago platform was used to blackmail money power and criticizes Democratic leaders tied to corporations and several named men.
Offer promoting hosiery, lace curtains, ribbons, lace and embroideries with discounts of 40 to 50 percent. Advertisement appears to target shoppers seeking fabric and home textile deals. Deals highlight substantial reductions to attract customers.
A Jefferson City Missouri Democratic state convention resolution condemns trusts' political interference and vows to combat the evil. Despite the pledge, delegates at large include W J Stone an attorney for major St Louis trusts, Col Bill Phelps a Missouri Pacific lawyer and lobbyist, and Lou V Stephens a noted lobbyist cited as a foe of corporations.
The passage discusses corruption in the Democratic party, exposing ties between Stone and St. Louis corporate interests. Phelps accuses Stone of lobbying for corporate measures, notes alleged bribery attempts, and questions the party's leadership and tariff influence. The speaker urges fidelity to long-standing Democratic principles and warns against choosing leaders tied to capital interests.
The passage notes 40 days of strike with 3 killed 15 shot 75 injured and 108 driven insane. It reports 4 women passengers beaten and others robbed of clothing by strikers. City losses include 31.5 million in trade wages 280 thousand in fares and 600 thousand added to municipal debt.
A Missouri prospectus by B H Bonfoey, Unionville investment agent, extols Missouri resources and gilt edged real estate loans. The pamphlet cites mining, farming, dairies, and factories, asserting Missouri can sustain itself and its growing industries.
A letter from Republican League headquarters says the state convention of Republican clubs scheduled for June 27 has been postponed to Wednesday July 11. The delay allows newly organized Putnam County clubs to elect delegates as representatives to the league convention. The postponement was made due to conflict with the National convention.
One J. I. Case threshing machine and wood saw for sale cheap. Also a cane mill, all in good condition. 4-14 BE. A. Popz, Unionville.
Organized at Lemonville with 24 Republicans and Mac Clellan’s marshal band. About 80 attendees. enrollment 63 on night one. County Chairman Coleman praised the St. Louis platform. E Peterman elected president. Milton Campbell first vice president. C Matthew second vice president. Sam Lemen secretary. John Patterson treasurer. W D Lemen marshal. Speakers included Judge L Jones, G E McCutchen, Lee T Robison, F C Sickles, and A F Reeve. The anvil act woke echoes for miles as party organizers push for Wilson township support and Putnam county McKinley Club No. 2 backing.
The county court adjourned last Friday and Saturday with business including loan approvals for Miles H. Mallenix 600 dollars W K and Alice Forinns 500 A M Houston 850 J W Crooks 500 Hanagabh J Carter 75 The old Bufe Ford bridge iron sold to G E Nurton for 80 dollars Grand jury lists were drawn for Elm Grant Liberty Richland Wilson Union Jackson Sherman and Overstreet各
A sequence of names and affiliations appears across multiple locales including Elm-Nova Husted Liberty Richland Wilson Union Jackson Sherman Medicine York Lancveln and more. The fragment lists paired individuals with regional tags and no clear events or actions.
Republicans of Union Township met at Lee Fr Robison’s office and organized McKinley Club No 1 of Putnam County to back William McKinley for president and Joe Flory for Missouri governor. Lee T Robison was named president and the group plans further meetings and potential delegates to the state league convention in St Louis on July 11.
The Adam Forepaugh and Sells Brothers circus comes to Center Ville on Saturday June 80. The show touts its national reputation and claims to be the only big American circus today after Barnum and Batley left for Europe. Highlights include a grand street parade hippodrome races and hundreds of acts with skilled animals and performers.
Edwin Hurd Conger born March 7 1848 in Knox county Illinois. He graduated Lombard University class of 1862 and enlisted in the 102nd Illinois volunteer infantry rising to captain and receiving brevet major for gallant conduct. He served in Pekin under Marines protecting American interests during the Boxer relief effort and is a nephew of L W Conger of Unionville.
Republicans of Putnam County meet in Unionville Mo on Saturday June 23 at 8 pm to ratify the Republican National Ticket nomination. Prominent speakers will attend and Unionville Bands provide music. Visiting delegations from every voting precinct expected. M Coreman chair. C A Mippigron secretary.
A local financial entity described as owned and controlled by home parties, it receives deposits and loans money on favorable terms, buys notes, and conducts general banking business.
All interested parties are asked to meet at Hartford graveyard on Tuesday June 29 to clean the grounds and repair the fence. Bring tools and a few mats. Signed J B Summers Ay Wopparp G W SpEtton.
Special notice details a quarterly meeting at Wesley Chapel with a Sunday service schedule. Including a 4th quarter conference at 3 p m SAT, sermon at 1 a m Sunday in the grove on J W Steward farm led by Elder L I Simer. Children’s Day program at 2 2 p m followed by church membership and baptism. Public invited to bring baskets and join. Pastor El M Lyaran.
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