Goose Pond Minstrel at Wright’s Grand Opera House
The Goose Pond Minstrel at Wright’s Grand Opera House Monday drew a large representative audience and satisfied the crowd with lively performances. Credit goes to general manager John K. Taubman and musical director B A Latile for the show’s success, with the chorus highlighted as a pleasing feature. The minstrel was repeated Tuesday night to another good crowd.
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Goose Pond
Wright's Grand Opera House
Thompson
John K. Taubman
Criminal Court Opens as Judge Rich Sentences Renick
The December term of the criminal court convened Monday under Judge John A. Rich. Neil Renick pleaded guilty to assault with intent to kill and received a ten year penitentiary sentence. Also noted: Michael McDonald traveled to Kansas City to visit son Colm in St. Mary’s hospital after a truck accident. he is recovering at home. Mrs. Cleveland Wright visited her brother Grover Calamese in a German hospital, and Mrs. J. M. Taubman visited Kirksville with Mr. Taubman accompanying to Kansas City for the day.
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John A. Rich
Neil Renick
Waddell
Renick
Michael Mconald
Kansas City
Colm
St. Mary's Hospital
McDonald
Delightful Reception For Mrs Peak and Family
Friday afternoon two thirty to five oclock Mrs James Peak and daughters May and Alice Peak hosted a reception in honor of Mrs Lawrence G Peal. Guests enjoyed pink and white chrysanthemums and ferns in the north parlor living and dining rooms, gas and electric lighting, and a punch service by Theodocia Morris and Margaret Wallace. The event featured a large basket centerpiece, mirror, Cluny cloth, and generous hospitality.
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James Peak
Misses May
Alice Peak
Lawrence G. Peal
Theodocia Morris
Margaret Wallace
Kans City Visits Reported By Local Residents
Eugene Weber and Mrs. Win Hoge visited Kansas City on Wednesday for business and duty. Oscar Andreen, Rev. R. N. Allen, and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Weber joined trips to the city for short stays on business. Mrs. Win Welsh returned home after visiting there Tuesday evening.
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Eugene Weber
Kansas City
Princess Theatre and Airdome Sold to Dunford and Barron
Henry Dunford and Ed Barron purchase the Princess Theatre and Airdome from Young & Warder. The new managers vow the same excellent service and aim to boost patronage at the motion picture venue. They begin with an inaugural evening program as Young & Warder retire with good wishes from patrons in Lexington.
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Henry Dunford
Ed Barron
Princess Theatre
Airdome
Young & Warder
Messrs
Dunford
Barron
Princess
Lexdngton
A Gordon Reunion on Thanksgiving Day
Mrs. George J. Gordon hosted a large Gordon family gathering on Thanksgiving Day in Buford. The dinner brought together Gordon descendants and relatives from multiple cities, described as a delightful feast that left guests feeling well content and well fed. Attendees included Dr. d B Gordon of Salt Lake City, J B Davis and family of St. Louis, Frank Gordon of Dover, and others from St Joseph, Kansas City, Lexington, and Mel.
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George J. Gordon
Gon. Buford
J. B, Davis
St. Louis
Frank Gordon
Dover
Lynn
Gorlon
St. Joseph
Buford
Shansas City
Ela G. White
Mel
Kate L. Bishop
S. S. Gordon
Mra
W. R. Eckle
Xington
Moorman-Swarte Couple Wed in Sedalia
Mr Roscoe Moorman and Miss Mildred Swart married Monday evening in Sedalia. Miss Swartz is daughter of Lon Swartz. Moorman son of J W Moorman of Denver. He has worked for Missouri Pacific railroad here six months. Couple will reside in Sedalia.
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Roscoe Moorman
Mildred Swart
Sedalia
Miss Swartz
Lon Swartz
Mr. Moorman
J. W. Moorman
Denver
Colorado
Missouri Pacific Railroad
Hig
Royal Arch Officers Elected by Lexington Chapter No 19
The Lexington Chapter No 19 Royal Arch Masons elected officers for the coming year at their monthly convocation. Oscar Westerman was named high priest, with W P Roseh as sain LW and Neel as captain of the host. Other officer appointments included H T Phillips principal arbor, Dr E J Kampf Royal Arch captain, Hubert Bates master of first veil, H C Chiles master of second veil, Guy Morrison master of third veil, Dr W R B Bekle secretary, and J C Shelton recorder.
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Lexington
Royal Arch Masons
Oscar Westerman
W. P. Roseh
Sain LW
Me ‘Neel
H. T. Thiilips
E. J. Kampf
Royal Arch
Hubert Bates
H.C. Chiles
Guy Morrison
W. R B. Bekle
J. C. Shelton
Local residents depart after visits to Liberty and Kansas City
P HL Caperton returned to his home in Kansas City on Wednesday after visiting relatives here James Cheatham traveled to Kan on business Miss Katherine Raymond resumed her trip to Liberty Nudaday after visiting in the city With Miss Alice Peak
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P.hl
Caperton
Kansas City
James Cheatham
Katherine Raymond Rening
Liberty
Nudaday
Ity
Alice Peak
Owen Appointed Constable in Lexington Township
The county court appointed Owen Owen as constable of Lexington township to fill the vacancy from James N. Price's death. He previously served as deputy constable during Price's illness and earned general satisfaction in duties. The appointment recognizes his familiarity with the office and conscientious service.
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Owen
Owen Owen
Lexington Township
James N. Price
Price
Army Beats Navy 22 to 9 in West Point Game
Ben Hoge of West Point and M Gilchrist of Lathrop were captains as Army and Navy clashed in a hard fought service academy game. The contest showcased disciplined play, with both sides relying on teamwork and conditioning rather than individual heroics.
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Missouri
West Point
Notre Dame
Navy
Ben Hoge
Wentworth Military Academy
Bow
Spioboe Eas Opa
Ben Earns Coveted White Line Touchdown Honor
In a steady showcase of skill, Ben powers a decisive touchdown to clinch a coveted white line honor. The moment underscores his impact on the field and elevates team momentum as they push toward impending play.
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Ben
Elks Lodge Memorial Service Set at Presbyterian Church
The Elks Lodge holds its annual memorial service next Sunday December 7 at 2 30 pm at the Presbyterian church. Rev H Boyd White of St Louis will preach the sermon and Allan McRengokls of Carthage Mo vice president of the Missouri State Elks Association will deliver the address. Music directed by D F Conrad is a service feature and the public is invited.
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The
Elks Lodge
Presbyterian Church
Boyd White
St. Louis
Allan McRengokls
Carthane
Missouri State Elks Association
D. F. Conrad
Miss Leonora Gordon Returns Home After Visit
Financial report notes Oote Pond and Miss Leonora Gordon returning to St. Louis Tuesday evening following a stay with Judge Richard Field's family.
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Oote Pond
Leonora Gordon
St. Louis
Tuendy
Richard Field
Ex-cadet Murray F. Gibbons of Parcel discharged
Murray F. Gibbons of Parcel Oklahoma a former cadet who served four years in the United States Navy was discharged at the expiration of his enlistment with the rank of chief reserve. He and his sister Miss Margaret are visiting Mrs U G Phetzing.
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Murray F. Gibbons
Parcel
Oklahoma
United Miathes Navy
Gibbons
Misa Margaret
U. G. Phetzing
Retail Clerks Celebrate Union Feast in Lexington
The Lexington retail clerks, recently unionized, held a Tuesday night celebration at Sheets' restaurant, marking their organizing achievement with a communal meal of dignitaries and workers in attendance.
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Lexington
Sheets
Brother Lillian Rudolph Dies in Virginia Home
Frank R. Davis learned of his sister Mrs. Lillian C. Rudolphs death at her Westchester Virginia residence on Friday November 28. She leaves a young daughter, her mother, and two Virginia based brothers. Frank R. Davis of near Lexington could not attend the funeral due to typhoid fever recovery.
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Frank R. Davis
Lillian C. Rudolph
Westchester
Virginia
Doctors Chalkley and Stonestreet Visit Kansas City
Dr A J Chalkley and Mrs Fannie Stonestreet traveled to Kansas City on Tuesday morning to spend the day and attend engagements.
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A.J Chalkley
Fannie Stonestreet
Kansas' City
20 Percent Profit Sharing Plan Announcement
All customers buying goods after November 20th can save 2 percent on the dollar for one year through our new profit sharing plan. Ask to sell our Special Novelty Department when you shop.
Notice to Hunters on Litwood Lawn Farm Prohibits Trespass
Notice to hunters. No hunting or trespassing allowed on Litwood Lawn Farm. Violators will be prosecuted.
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Litwood Lawn
Hunter
Lazy Bill Laughter at Wright Grand Opera House
No self respecting grouch will miss the Wright Grand Opera House next Tuesday evening. W. B. Patton’s new play features Lazy Bill as a country doctor with the comedian’s lively patter and plenty of frothy humor.
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Wright Grand Opera House
W. B. Patton
Patton
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Criminal Court
Lambert Lummer
Lexington, Missouri
Fred T. Hix
Gordon
Army
Elks Memorial Service
Opera House
Costues Music
Etion Ledone
Marvelony Eugene
Retail Clerks
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