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Newspaper
Lexington Intelligencer
Location
Lexington, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1902
Page
3
The address by David Overmeyer extols labor’s role in civilization, warns against capital exploiting workers, and calls for justice. Award ceremonies follow at the academy with honors for Wade Doster and others. Commencement week features drills, visitors, and a toast to progress. A tornado in Union, D.C., ends with casualties.
A large spectator turnout witnessed the drill with Hon. David Ovyermeyer of Kangag delivering the class oration at the opera house on Thursday night. In a Wednesday board meeting, faculty changes were approved with Prof. ib. N. Hopkins and Capt. A. B. Albro retiring and to be replaced by Prof. J. Thompson and Prof A. J. Jenkins, J. O. Lesuear and W. B. Waddell named as successors to the late W. F. Kerdolf and H. Wallace.
Cadets held their annual commencement ball on May 28 in Turner Hall. The hall was decorated in academy red and white with flags and crossed sabers as a backdrop. Zeller's orchestra of Kansas City provided music, chaperones included Mrs Sellers, Mrs Steele, Dr and Mr Rumsey, Major and Mrs Allen, with guests later joining a midnight repast at Cafe Haekker's.
The editor of this paper for five months, Mr. Womack, leaves to helm the Richmond Missouri Democrat after purchasing a half interest there. Colleagues praise his ability and Christian character, noting his extensive experience and contacts in state affairs. Ray County residents are urged to welcome him as a capable editor and valued citizen.
The Intelligencer dedicates this issue to the closing exercises of Wentworth Military Academy and Baptist College. Central College and public schools will be covered in the next issue. Editorials from Hon. David Overmeyer and Hon. James A. Reed emphasize democratic principles and political economy.
Miss Maud Elizabeth McIntyre married Claud M Coop on Wednesday afternoon at her mother's residence. Rev Dr Given officiated. The couple will travel to Denver and other western points. Memorial services and Crosses of Honor will be awarded at Machpelah cemetery on Decoration Day. Weather interrupted a Baptist church program, prompting a late dash to protect hats and lace.
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