21 Dec 1901
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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1901
Page
1
A plan proposes an ONC sleeping car service enabling four men to travel overnight. Passengers would depart Cleveland at night and wake in Detroit the next morning, with a return in the opposite direction.
The Lexingon community pushes for a bridge over the Missouri River connecting with Ray County and a plan to run electric lines headed by Joseph J. The effort embodies long discussed project and local business interest aiming to boost trade and growth. Churches in Lexington plan Christmas programs and charity drives with trees, music, and gifts for children and orphans.
Lafayette county and St Joseph letters push a state Democratic organization to coordinate election laws primaries and campaign work with county committees. Secretary Thornton of Lafayette opposes a premature move arguing local self government and warns the plan risks usurping existing committees and July 1903 intercity rail rates.
A large turnout in Lexington last night saw the founding of a new Elks lodge. Kansas City lodge conducted the initiation, attended by Elks from several areas, with Turner hall hosting a generous local banquet. Sanford Thornton led charter member recruitment, and a lengthy list of nearly one hundred signers for the charter is printed, highlighting prominent Missouri residents and local leaders.
Manager Haerle announces securing one night from 4A Wise Woman's management with a date to be announced later. The article hints at improved prospects for the performers and a higher standard of companies if the idea is pursued.
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