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The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05
B. { l. Meeting.

At meeting of the directors Of
the Building and Loan Association
Tuesday morning, March l, it was
found that the issue of new shares
was over-subscrbed bv three hum
dred shares. The number Of appli
cants for shares was lis; the number
of shares applied for was 400; the
number proposed to be issued was 100.
The 100 shares were distributed
among the applicants by lot, so that
many will fail to get shares at this
time Tue deposit made by those
who failed may be bad by applying to
the secretary, Chas. W. Looms.
The B. & L, association is one OF
the most prosperous institutions of
Lexington and its stock is always in
demand. 1t is conservalively man
aged by some Of the best busines;
men of Lexington.
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05
Pensions aud Longevity.

The Revolutionary War ended, or
rather the peace between the United
Sts.es and Great Britain was signed,
in 1888, more than one hundred and
twenty years ago. On the pensions
rolls last year were st,ll the names Of
two widows and three daughters Of
Revolutionary soldiers. OF course,
the widows must, when very young,
have married very old pensioners. The
war of 1912 ended more than eighty.
nine years ago. One surviving soldier
of it was alive June so, 200S, and may
be still alive; and 1900 widows o.
soldiers ofthat war we're getting pen
sions. A pension, like an annuity, il
an excellent mild stlmulant to live for
With the Procession, Every body'
Magazine for March.
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05
Council Proceedings.

At the meeting Friday night, Feb
ruary 26, of the city council the work
of revising the city ordinances was
continued
George T Menefee of Sedalia filed a
S5, 900 maintenance bond to guar
antee the paving Of Main and Thir-
teenth streets, for which he has been
granted the contract, against the
necessity for repairs for five years.
The bond was confirmed by the coun-
Gil by a special ordinance,
A committee Of three was ap'
poin ed to investigate the condition
of a dwelling on Eleventh street.
which is is reported to be unsafe.
The city sold to Lincoln Utt part
of the alley south Of lot 6, block G
Anderson's addition to the city.
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05
Death Of Mr.. Elias Miers.

Died, at his home in Dover at s
O'Clock Saturday morning, February
goth, 1904, Mr.. Elias Miers, aged IA
years, 3 months and % days
Mr.. Mlers was born in Fredericks-
burg, Frederick county, Va, OFT,
29th, 1929; came to Missouri in 1857
and made his nome with the family
of Col. Ohrisman near Wavery for
about two years. He then came TO
Dover and on Feb. 9th, 1860 was
married to Miss Sallie Y. Loyelady,
wnom he survived almost seven years.
Five children we're born to them, two
sons who died in infancy, and three
daughters surviving, Mrs Wm G.
Barnes, OF near Lexington, Mrs
r L. Fox and Miss Emma Miers Of
Dover.
In 1864 he enlisted in the Confed
crate army under Shelby, belonging
to Company B. Gordon's regiment
aud was with them until the sur
render at Shreveport, La He nevet
tired talking OF the time he spent il
the war, even during his last illness
when one of his old comrades came il
he talked with much interest II
them of those days of suffering anC
privations Mr.. Miers was a consistent
member of the Christian church
attending services whenever hi
health would permit. He was a goo
man, a kind father, ever thoughtfu
of the pleasure and comfort o
others, and he will be greatly misse
10 his home and the community
which he lived.
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05
FOLK TO SPEAk HERE.
The St. Louis Circuit Attorney and Can.
didate for Governor will Address
the Citizens Of Lexington and
Vicinity March Sth.

Joseph w. Folk, candidate for the
democratic nomination for governor
will address the citizens of Lexington
and vicinity at the opera house Satur-
urday, March 8, at 1889 p. m. He
will speak in Higginsville at 1880
O'Clock on the evening Of the same day.
Mr. William H. Chiles win preside
and will Introduce Mr. Folk.
Vice Presidents Rufus Young,
Alexander Graves, Albert Rush, Judge
John E. Ryland, Lee ]. Slusher, Maj.
Sanford Sellers, G. w. Hyde, Thomas
Rosewall, G. M. Catron, Thomas B.
Campbell, Judge VIC. McCausland,
Harry Blee, Judge VIM. Young, Chat
Langford, l. o. Hays, J. G. Creushaw,
Henry Warder, Prof. r n. Cook,
Thomas Holleron, George Galloway,
T. j. DullDg, j. D. Thompson, Joel Fl,
Ewing, j. R. Moorehead, James @.
Kelley, Henry MarQuart, T. G. Sawyer
W. D. Rankin, DR.. ]. E. Tucker, G.
M. Mounljoy, Thomas Riley, George
Trail, Prof. ]. C. Shelton, James Aull
George W. Carr, Fred Bumganer
Judge Richard Field, Chal Young
Charles Barron, Sr., George H. Stier
R. F. Norfork, J. f. Catron, Joe A
Edmonds, Thomas Corney, W. P
Aull, E. Hoffman, Sr.. John Mulligan
James W. Galloway, and Jane
Horn, The above will take seats OF
the stage.
Reception COMMUNICATION. Alex
ander Graves James r. Moorehead, J
G. Crensbaw, DR.. W. R. Eckle, 7. ]
Duliug and Frank Bowman.
Entertainment Committee-Judg
W. G. McCausland, Lee j. SlusheI
Trton Davis, T. O. Sawyer and WIN
II. Chiies.
Finance Committee-G M. Catror
H. G. Marquart, Alex. Graves, W. +
Chlles ]. G. Crenshaw and I. J
, Duling.
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05

Word has been received here by
friends from La Junta, Colorado,
stating that DR. w. T. DamerOn,
who has been making his home there
for the past year and who suffered
some time ego from a severe attack
of erysipelas, will return to LexiDg-
ton as soon as he is able to do so. The
disease has left him totally blind His
daughter, Mrs W. B. Bolton, will ac-
company him here, where they will
make their future home.
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05
Delightful Dance.

One Of the most enjoyable social
events of the year was the dance CIV
en- Thursday evening at the Il. P. o.
E. Home. The dance was given in
honor of the several young ladies' who
are visiting in the city. About twenty
couples were present. Delicious
punch was 0served between dances
The music which was exceptionally
good was furnished by Prof. Stark's
orchestra.
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05
Monopoly Of Philippine Trade.


However weak aud uuimportant
American ships may be on the bigh
seas they are strong and Influential on
the land. Their inability to transport
freight at reasonable rates is forgotten
when we observe their ability TO con-
rol Congress and to dictate legislation
at Washington.
just now they are putting two bulls
through Congress, introduced by their
man Frye, the object OF which is to
give them complete monopoly, after
July /, next, of all trade between this
country and the Philip iine Islands 1t
is reasonably certain that these bills
will 60 sailing through Congress for
their object to restrain trade is IN full
accord with the protectionist party,
which now holds the steering apparatus
TT Washington.
Since the % per cent reduction in
tariff duties on goods exchanged be-
tween the United States aud the
Philippines, trade and commerce have
been greatly encouraged, thus, 10 1898
we imported 50 10000 worth Of hemp
from Manila; in 1903 Sl2,O0O,O00
worth. In 1898 we obtained most of
our supply of hemp from other coun-
tries; in 1908 all but 81 600, 600 worth
came from Manila. Both countries
have benefited greatly by this IN
creased commerce, due to lower duties.
This hemp is carried almost entirely
by tramp steamers watch make tri-
angular voyage; first, from the United
States to Europe, thence, from Europe
to the Philippines, thence, from the
Philippines to the east coast of the
United States. In this way they obtain
cargoes for each leg of their triang liar
voyage and carry freight at mini
mum price; for their is always compe-
tition among the tramp steamers aod
the lowest bidder gets the freight.
Now, competition is obnoxious not
only to the ruling powers at Washing
D ton, but also to the patriotic owners Of
ships who have not, as yet, received
the long-expected reward for their big
t contributions to the Republican cam
. poigu fund in 1898 and since.
Although there are not nearly
enough ships flying the American flag,
between here and the Philippines 10
carry the freight now afforded, yet
= these ships are asking tor monopoly
. of this trade. Should they obtain it,
freight rates from the Philippines will
60 up greatly. In the opinion OF e1-
Secretary of War, Mr.. Root, and Of
. the present secretary, Mr.. Taft, rates
. will go up 100 or 200 per cent
v Under these circumstances much oi
10 the freight now brought directly from
Manila and which comes in at the
" lower rates of duty, would probably be
y imported through other countries anC
y would pay full rates of duty. These
! bills, therefore, to large extent
10 nullfy the benefits of the present low
, tariff arrangement.
But, no matter how great the mon
opoly or how the great the injury dom
to our business interests, the shipping
al people will probably get what the!
v. want. The Republican party help
, those who help themselves-if the
in have shown their generosity when th
M contribution box was on its rounds.
- BYRON W. Holt.
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05

At a regular meeting Of the board
of education Wednesday night the
resignation Of Miss Annie Allen from
the high school faculty was accepted.
No one was elected to fill the vacancy.
Miss Buth Young, one # the regular
substitute teachers is conducting the
classes. Miss Aliens resignation was
made on account Of her approa hing
marriage to Mr.. Sam c. Schooling Of
Higginsville
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05
ALvENA w. SANDRING
Cadet Dance.

Saturday evening about twenty
enjoyed a pleasant dance at
B. P. 0. Il. Home. The dance was
promoted by the cadets Of w. M. A.
Stark's orchestra furnished the music
Punch was served during the entire
evpninp
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05
Card Of Thanks.

| desire to express my slncerest
thanks to all friends, WoOdman of the
World and Elk lodges, and especially
to the w. o. w. choir for kindness
and sympathy extended during the
recent illness and death of my be-
loved husband,
ALvENA w. SANDRING,
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05
Card Of Thanks.

The daughters Of the late Mr, B.
Miers wish to return their heartfelt
thanks TO all the friends who so kind
ly assisted them during his last sick
ness and death.
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05
BRIDGE MEETING.
Citizens Of Lexington and Vicinity
asked to meet and consider Mr..
EIaerIe's Proposition

The citizens Of Lexington and
vicinity are requested to meet at the
court house Tuesday AFTERNOON at 2
O'Clock to consider Mr.. HaeTle's
proposition to bridge the river at
Lexington aud TO connect r SOL
Junction with some point on the
O & A Railroad by a trolley line.
OSWALD wINKLER, Mayor,
N. E, BAsKETT,
Acting Pres. Business Meas Assn.
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05

e. c. Melssner and wife Of Kansas
City came down Thursday evening
to attend the dance given given at
the B. r. D. E. Home and to visit
Mrs. Melssuer's sister, Mrs John
Gordon. Mr.. Meissner returned hcme
Friday morning. s.s 9stifsA
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05
Campaign Secretary
vANDIvER' IS STATEMENT.


Congressman Vsndiver said last
night that so far ss he could learn,
Folk carried every precinct in St.
Louis county.
"At Kirkwood, Manchester, Valley
Park aud other points, where they had
fair primary, they elected delegates
without disturbance and without any
contest, bot at two or three points in
the county, where the Hawes- Butler
machine undertook to run 1t over the
local voters with a lot of imported
Indians from the city, there was some
irregularity about the proceedings 1t
IS very much to be regretted that the
meetings at Clayton, Alton aud Flor
issant could not have been more
properly conducted.
"But, nevertheless the Folk delegates
we're elected, and by the meetings held
under the regular organization. The
action of Mr.. Hawes In importing out
siders to run the politics of the county
was about the most reprehensible pro-
ceedings that have ever known a
candidate for Governor IN this state tC
engage in.
"He boasts himself OF having rented
all the halls in Clayton and hired al
the horses and vehicles, so as to de-
prlve everybody Of the means OF par
licipating in the meeting. This wa'
certainly bad enough to begin with
but a candidate for Governor to senC
three or four hundred "Indians' on
there to override the people ofshe coun
ty certainly ought to disgust th'
honest democrats ofthe state.
1T has remained for Mr.. Hawss t,
drag repeaters from St. Louis and th
methods OF the Fourth Ward into
county campaign for the governor
ship. Ii is enough 10 make ever
true democrat blush for shame y
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05

The lots OF Ingleslde recently pur-
chased by Mr.. Bush are for sale.
Call on W. Y. Curtis 2-lS
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05
MarriageL Licence.

Mrs. Knlan Long and daughteE
Miss Levinia, went to Kansas CITY
Friday morning to visit relatives.
The Lexington intelligencer. [volume] (Lexington, Mo.) 1901-1949, 1904-03-05

were given out from the FOLK head
quarters and the Hawes headquarters
Monday:
YosT's STATEMENT.
Mr.. Hawes carried Central Town.
ship, which has thirty votes in the
county convention; st. Ferdinand
Township, which has nineteen votes;
Carondelet Township, which has
twelve votes, giving Mr.. Hawes sixty
one votes out of elghty-four votes in
St. Louis county convention.
In Central Township the Folk peo-
pie did not have a meeting.
In St. Ferdinand Township the Folk
people bolted the meeting
In Oarondelet Township division
showed 147 votes for Halves and 46
for Folk.
Mr.. Hawes has carried the county
without any doubt, and we are conf.
dent that his delegation will be seated
in the State Convention.
If Mr.. Folk permits bis representa-
tives IN St. Louis county to file con-
test their action will be made by Mr.
Hawes an issue the remainder of this
campaign,
1t will be a real example for "civic
righteousness" in politics, as practiced
by some of Mr. Folks adherents. Mr..
Folk may deny all responsibility of
their conduct, but he will be the bene-
ficiary OF " hatever may accrue to him
from it,
photographs have been taken to-day
of the blacksmith shop, where some
say the Folk meeting was held, and
the wagon where some other people
say the Folk meeting was held, anc
also of Saengerbund Hall, where this
Hawes meeting was held, after notice
had been given from the Courthouse
steps.
We are prepared to make afidavl
to the fact that the people who cam
out from ST. Louis with M T Jenkiu
were tona-fde residents IN st. LouI
: county they slept there, took thei
breakfast and supper their and hat
their washing done there, and wer
in every way regular and qualifle'
voters in the county and we're take
out to vote in body to save time.
AfRdAvits will be prepared, gi7in
the names Of these men, together wit
their places of residence.
We have already collected affidavit
Of 127 residents OF Central Township
who we're present in Clayton last Sal
urday afternoon and who participate
. IN the convention. r. NJ. YOsT,
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The St. Louis County SquabbIe.

The two statements quoted below
were given out from the Folk head
quarters and the Hawes headquarters
Monday:
Virginia gazette. [volume] (Williamsburg, Va.) 1893-192?, 1904-01-30

FOR ihe be1lll o. clerk Who COM
planned that be- had 90 write over and
over again. "rflerirg TO oar conver-
Eztion over fhe telephone. an Eng
lish sosrnai suegesfa thar BE- say -ielc-
Iogue." ~hich means "a word FROM a
distance u Is not set 90 nc dicuou-
AIRY. bur 81 81 az correctly derived as
TELEGRAM" or telephone" is not
slang. and saves several words. thus
Fastening the happy day when Ne shall
al talk Shorthand.
Virginia gazette. [volume] (Williamsburg, Va.) 1893-192?, 1904-01-30
ATChe1 Brooks.
General Insurance Agent

Representing the following
hirst-class Companies.
va. Fire X Marine and Va.
state, Richmond Virginia.
Home, OF y. y; HAMBURG
bremen, Norwich Union.
Pennsylvania Fire and Fire
Association, OF Philadelphia.
i also represent the Fidel-
lty X Deposit Co. OfMd.. and
the Fidelity and Casualty
Co., OF y. \.
All business entrusted
whether Reinsurance bonds
or OF indemnity on officials
or employees, Will receive
prompt attention.
Office Over Spencer Bros. Store,
WILLIAMSBURG. VA
Virginia gazette. [volume] (Williamsburg, Va.) 1893-192?, 1904-01-30

STATE OF VIRGINIA.
James City county.
TO the He.r~ oil Frank
Horu-by.
TAKE NOTICE.
Having purchased Tor de-
iiuquent taxes. March Il.
1892. an public auction in
the City of williamsburg. in
front OF the COurthou~edOor
, acres of land. situated in
POwhatan district. James
City county. charged to
Frank H0rnsby. and not
having been redeemed; and
said heirs are nOn-re-identS
oi said County and State,
J shall. after four months
from date OF this notice. ap-
ply 10 the Court for deed 10
said property.
". WALKER WAKE.
Jan. Il. 1904.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1904-06-21
THE PAVEM EMIT.

At last the Rector street paving
question is settled. The specification
called for bitulithic material and
competition is barred. This is q
question that has to BIO met by all
cities sooner or later and Perth Amboy
is now on record. Tho Evening News
stands for competition, first, last and
all times, it also stands for improve
ment. While tho News still regrets
that there will be no open bidding, it
Welcomes another pavement in Perth
Amboy. 1t shows the town is moving
ahead and that nothing will stop it.
Talk Perth Amboy everywhere. 1t is
one of the most progressive cities in
the country today.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1904-06-21
NEW FIRE APPARATUS.

One by one the new apparatus for
the fire department are arriving. With
each addition, the pride of the city
grows. The new hook and ladder is n
beauty and the firemen are justly
proud of it. The special committee
appointed by the Board of Aldermen
to purchase these apparatus have done
their work promptly and well. The
eity needed the apparatus and they got
Eaem without mincing any words or
accepting any AS each APP
Dafntus arrives the Evening News,
also. feels proud of the work it did
ID urging the new fire department last
year, not to forget the active part
played by B. M. Cannon. whose
Perth Amboy evening news., 1904-06-21
EDITORIAL

Major Lentz, of tho State Board of
Taxation, has discovered a swearing
off epidemic III Newark, where we'll
to-do mon, and so me of them promin-
ent in the equal taxation movement,
are seeking to escape from n part of
their burdens. Last year exemptions
were secured for $3.50 900 worth of
bank stocks, but so far this year more
than $3.50, 600 worth has been removed
from assessors books. An inquiry
that Will disclose the reason for the
growing desire to duck" on per
sonal assessments will be considerable
interest TO the city financially .-Tren-
ton Times.
According to a recent report of the
Department of Agriculture, the bob
white, or common American quail, is
n most valuall, bird for the farmer.
Field experiments aud close observa-
tion have shown that tho bob white
consumes great quantities of weed
seeds, Us we'll as some of the most
troublesome insect pests, without
touching either grain or fruit. Among
tho insects which Bob White" des-
troys are potato beetles, cinch bugs,
Rocky Mountain locusts and cotton
worms, and the amount of weed seed
consumed is only measured by his
capacity. The Agricultural Depart
ment recommends the preservation of
this bird for utilitarian purposes,
and i'll view of what he does for tho
benefit of the farmer every effort
should he made to protect this valu-
able bird. Orange Journal,
1t is not a lack of patriotism, but it
shows that the police authorities of
Trenton possess sound Judgment and
good sense in that they have declared
that the celebration of the Fourth of
July shall be confined to that date.
There is no reason why the noisy de-
monstrations should days
before the Fourth, and be kept up a
day or two after. Chief Hiner, of
Trenton, has issued IN order that pro-
hibits the use of fireworks excepting
on Independence Day, and he is right
ly commended for it. The Trenton
Gazette makes a suggestion which, if
it could be enforced i'll Elizabeth,
would give immense satisfaction. 1t
is that the police find some wav to
pretent the covering of trolley tracks
with dynamite caps this year. They
are not only ne~rve.racking, but
dangerous, and have no place in
patriotic demonstration = Elizabeth
Journal.
There are LAG election districts in
New Jersey, and 27l Of them are to
have voting machines at the coming
election. 1t is n pity that all Of the
districts with large votes conld not be
provided with machines. for instance,
Perth Amboy evening news., 1904-06-21
action in the assembly chamber at
Tronton made ii all possible.

That the Factory League is arousing
considerable interest throughout the
city there is no doubt. The game
played Saturday on the Copper Works
diamond is an example. The result of
tho contests each week is awaited
with interest. All cannot be- first
and some team must be last. 1t shows
true craftsmanship to stand by n losing
proposition TO tile end. After all, it
is n friendly series of games gotten up
to amuse the men in the different
factories hereabouts with a trophy to
be awarded to the winners Mt the end
of tho senson. Such sports should be
encouraged. Again the News re-
peats'' may tho best team win"
Perth Amboy evening news., 1904-06-21
TUESDAY, JUNE 81, 1904.
lanes L. COMPTON,.

In tho death OF James l.. Compton,
former Mayor of the city and a
prominent office holder, Perth Amboy
loses one of its most public spirited
citizons and friends. MI. Compton
took n deep interest in all municipal
affairs and, from the start, was al
Ways found ready to take hold and
do even more than his share when
others held back. Hardly n day passed,
up tt tho time of his last illness, that
he did not give some of his time, and
often n great deal of it, to public
business.
He was a man that, to understand,
one had to have his acquaintance.
He was a steadfast friend and many
there are who survive him, who have
good cause to honor his memory.
He held the confidence of the entire
City ana was eleCteu II SecOHu Jerm us
Mayor by n big majority without
turning a hand or speaking n word i'll
his W behalf. When asked about it
he said If the people didn't want him
no didn't want to be elected. Ii they
did, they knew what to do. Ii he was
defeated that was all there was to it.
That such n man should come to
such an untimely end is indeed sad
The sympathy of the entire city is OK
tended to his bereaved family and
they may rest assured that his memory
Will 1.-Two as q man of sterling quality
and business integrity; a man who
passed through n long period of public
service and came out without q stain.
The city has been the better for his
having lived in it.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1904-06-21
$3.50 Hot Springs, S. D,
$50. 20 DeadwOOd and Lead

and return, from Chicago daily, via the
Chicago and North Western ny. Core
spondingly low rates from other points.
The Black Hills region, the great natural
sanitarium of the west, is one of the
most picturesque spots in the world and
well worth a visit. Information and
ticket is can be secur d from your home
a ent. Illustrated Back Hills booklet
with valuable map mailed receipt of a
cents in stamps by w. b. Kniskcrn,
Chicago. 66i2-G-9 -t6 80
Perth Amboy evening news., 1904-06-21

II you are out Of work put an adv
in the Evening News, it will cost you
nothing.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1904-06-21

the 184 districts of Hudson, the 1i9 of
Essex, the 80 Of Camden, and the 81
of Passaic. With returns from these
the result of an election would be
known by 8 O'Clock on election night,
for they have the bulk of the votes in
the State. dorsey City Journal.