Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-06-24
RREENIQh

After the lapse of several weeks l again ap-
pear in the columns of county correspondents.
The cause Of such a long silence WAS for the
want of something to interest the most numer-
GUS readers of the Intelligencer. There is moth
ing however,, very recent hat has occurred with
the exception of the long looked-for, still hoped
for open session OF the Temperance club. which
came OIL Il short time ago, but never Through
neglect on our part, )appeared in the last weeks
issue. 1t was said to be by all who We're present,
a perfect success. The paper, which was read by
the cdItress, Miss Alice Herndon, and editor.
Mr.. Henry Bellies. WAS u credit to both parties.
LOCAL GLEANINGs.
Business brisk.
Rain plentiful.
Farmers very busy.
Health good.
Weather gloomy al present on account of 30
much rain.
Vegetables in the form of new potatoes, eas
and beans are seen on our tables in abundance.
Fried chicken rather seldom. but toe present
crop is very promising in the future.
"Skeeters" troublesome in some localities of
our city.
1t seems that almost every farmer is trying to
see who among them can set out the greatest
quantity of tobacco In our neighborhOod.
Harvest time is now almost upon us. Wheat
has the appearance of a very abundant crop.
Rye is also looking fine. Hands for the harvest
fields are waiting for the call for assis lance.
No marriages or births this week.
1t is with deep regret that we commit to pub
LEGATION the death of MIR. James Baird who died
ut the residence of his son, Chas. Baird, near
Mount Hope. The deceased was . father of
Mrs. DIR. HerndOn, of this place. He was an
old and estimable gentleman, and highly re-
spected by all who knew him. He leaves a large
circle OF relations and friends to mourn his
irreparable loss. His funeral was preached at
the Baptist church Saturday evening at four
O'Clock, Rev. Mr.. Quarles officiating. Rest,
rest in peace until the great Arch-angle will
come to bear thee to that cline where paintings
and tears are unknown.
Mr.. John T. Foster is still improving, and it
is to be hoped we will soon see his familiar face
IN our midst once more. He speaks of making
a visit to his daughter, Mrs. j. W. Hill, of
Carrollton, soon.
The grangers OF this place had a feast at the
schoolhouse on the hill near the Baptist church,
which was very largely attended. on Saturday
last. 1t was reported by some, that there was
to be a picnic given near the same place and at
the same time, but rather think it was a failure,
as there was q Very dull turnout 1t is hoped
tlty VIII De more SUCCESSFUL IN LQelr next Trial.
Mrs. Sparks, from near Maryville, CAL, was
here a few days ago on a visit to her sisters,
Mrs. 7. V. Foster, of Texas Prairie. and Mrs.
Landree, of Howard county. She speaks very
highly of her state and home; everything, At the
time She left for this state, had the appearance
that this country does in the fall OF the year. A
good many We're busy cutting hay at the time
she started to Missouri.
Our little village was very agreeab!y surprised
by tie appearance of one of Dover's candidates
for assessor, Mr.. John White; We can but speak
in the very best of terms of Mr.. White. He is
very widely known in this section and around
Dover. For references, we will refer you to
DR.. G. P Herndon. B. j. Roberts, j. T. Eos
ter, j. S. Blackwell and many others, which in
order 10 be briei, will not call your attention.
We hope a great majority of votes will be IN
his favor.
Elder w. H. Cunningham breaches every third
Lords day in each north at the Christian
church. 1t seems that some of the brethren and
sisters are falling short of their duty in regard
to their meeting every Lords day for the pur-
pose of social worship and communion. There
has been no one present for that occasion for
several weeks, or rather months. Did not our
Savior make that request of us here. when he
was in the act of ascending to his Father? Why
then, my sisters and brothers, do we not investl-
gate the matter and learn why the cause of such
a state of affairs. Let us look after this, that we
may assemble ourselves around the Lerd's table,
III his name, that he may be in the midst. R..