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Newspaper
Unionville Republican
Location
Unionville, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1925
Page
1
The Republican corrects mailing lists after widespread changes and additions. Subscribers urged to verify their paper tag and report any errors promptly. The paper notes growth in subscribers, increased size, and improved home print quality as evidence of rising value.
The band concert season will not open this week due to a Commerce event. Arrangements remain incomplete and planning is moved to the following Thursday evening. A large program is planned for the first concert with several pleasing pieces though some delay is expected.
An online post features a curious image titled Picture in Globe drawing attention on Etsy. Shoppers speculate about an art piece, its creator, and the story behind the globe motif as listings rise.
Commencement celebrations begin with the baccalaureate service in the high school auditorium and include music, readings, and a sermon by Rev. Knierim. The senior class, led by Bryan Thomas, prepares for Class Day and the commencement address by Prof. Kingsbury, with diplomas to be awarded Friday. The class colors are purple and gold, and the motto is The Elevate Success is not Running Take the Stairs. The notable graduating class lists members and officers as the eve of disbanding approaches.
In a neighborhood swap, Mr U G Basbee traded the building housing his restaurant for Mr W H Fofors. Neighbors note the move shifts the residence and nearby commerce along West Main Street as doors open and new arrangements unfold.
Thompson of Brookfield considers launching a Brookfield to Unionville daily bus run using a seven passenger car. He hopes to begin around the 15th for a two week trial with potential expansion to regular auto buses if successful. The route would connect Brookfield with Unionville and nearby towns via Laclede and Lemons, about 67 miles travel.
The watch found by Mr. A N Cookia and his son Levi on their farm north of Lajonville is a very old Swiss stem wind piece stamped Caesar with the motto Vent Vidi Vici. Its back case bears Caesar’s likeness and a cathedral-like design, with glass protecting the inner works now shattered. The relic likely dates from a distant era and may have been lost by an emigrant or hunter along an early pioneer route near a spring used by travelers.
The Unionville High School seniors dressed in caps and gowns for a formal occasion. The scene showcased their traditional attire and the ceremonial tone as they prepared to mark a milestone in their academic journey.
The report details livestock activity in St Louis and Kansas City markets, noting beef steers and veal, sheep and lamb bids, and local price ranges. It mentions Dr Gillum selling out and bringing his bride to Union County, with plans for settling nearby and involvement in community life.
A young calf belonging to Joe Hayes escaped during a lime bath last Thursday near a parade site. The animal bolted toward a lime pit, prompting several men to chase and eventually restrain it. The calf’s panic and the workers’ swift action prevented injury.
A special town election in Worthington led to creating a village school while the area reverts from consolidation. Officials including EK Husted Jolappa T Collins and Albert Cooley work with county records to restore pre consolidation funding divisions. The High School will operate separately next year as remaining districts regain old status.
Rev Joe Knierim of Unionville delivered commencement addresses at Lucerne and Powersville and gave the baccalaureate to Unionville graduates. Lucerne held exercises in the Methodist church with 16 graduates. Supt Brough announced a successful year. Loughridge accompanied Knierim. Powersville praised a fine ceremony enjoyed by a large crowd despite weather.
The Lemons schools schedule a week of events led by Supt. M E Fish. Baccalaureate Sunday at M E church with Rev WA Noble. later senior exercises at 10:30 AM at the school, featuring speeches by JG Masse and others, and graduates named from Lemons and nearby districts.
In a chaotic discussion a group weighs bridge maintenance and drainage work to prevent overflow and road threats. Questions arise over channeling water, widening the roadway, and the best material to stabilize the gravel fill while engineers debate the optimal plan.
Warren Roberts of Clallitothe will supervise the new Grade school in Lintonville. He plans to arrive this week to begin work after the original architect Scntt from Memphis secured the contract. The project, a $300,000 Chillicothe building, shifts from teardown to concrete and brickwork with walls rising and interior work underway.
Unionville’s local nine shows growing talent with recent 172 victory over Exline and a scoreless loss to Lucerne. A rematch is set for next Sunday at 2 30 p m on the Unionville diamond as fans anticipate another close contest.
The Powersville field school seniors traveled to Urtenvie for a cafe lunch on the grounds. Clouds threatened rain and a light sprinkle disrupted plans. Students prepared to return as the weather shifted and the outing was affected.
The readable fragments describe a local event with names and places obscured by damage. Details are unclear but indicate preparations, participants, and a scheduled moment in a nearby venue.
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