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Newspaper

Moberly Evening Democrat

Location

Moberly, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Aug 03, 1920

Page

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Charlie Chaplin Faces New Divorce Case In Los Angeles

Mrs. Mabel Harris Chaplin accuses Charlie Chaplin of extreme mental cruelty and bodily injuries in a divorce filing. She alleges secrecy about marriage since October 29, 1919, chronic absences, and that he refused to accompany her after their baby died on July 7, 1919. She seeks restraint on Charlie disposing of film interests worth over $500,000 and an accounting of sums received on her behalf. The order was set for Monday.

Charlie Los Angeles Mabel Harris Chaplin Chaplin Charley Mt. Lee Coronado Beach

Woman Deposed as Cape Girardeau Democratic Committeewoman

Cape Girardeau Missouri a former United States Senator James A Rows supporter was deposed as Democratic committeewoman at a Cape Girardeau township mass meeting. Mrs L Houck was chosen to succeed Mrs Martin amid cheers for Senator Reed who spoke to a large crowd after a reception at the hotel. The event followed criticism of the Republican platform and endorsement of Judge Henry Priest for the Democratic nomination for United States senator.

Cape Girardeau Aus Alarlin United States James A. Rowsand Bate Prancisca Cape Glearedeau Township Democ L. & Houck Martin Senator Reed Courtunwse Park Ivaalom Avithar Henry ‘8 Demosratic Nominaticu Tornited Ivi

Mob Hangs Black Person in Center Louisiana

Shreveport La August 3 Liege Daniels a Black man held for the killing at Mrs Makeie Hall was killed by a mob in Center La after being taken from jail in front of about 2000 prisoners. He died in the courthouse square following a confession. Mrs Hath was defeated to death with a farm tool last Thursday.

Shreveport Liege Daniels

Train accident at Catton with three cars derailed

A railway incident at Catton involved three derailed cars at 11:05 after a coupling failed during switching. The wreck was processed for re-rail by workers. The train was under the control of conductor Oriborn and engineer Be. J. Kine, er.

Cora

Council Schedules Next Meeting After May Election

The fly council met in a regular session last night and approved monthly funds. An ordinance regarding readiness for the upcoming election on the waters and related questions was discussed as the council adjourned to reconvene next Monday in May.

Mhore Fly Council Vssion Ud Speriu

Divorce filings reveal two suits in ongoing Missouri cases

Hunter and Cher file suits for Mark M. Mille seeking divorce and alimony after a marriage at Saint Francois County on October 3, 1891, lasting until May 27, 1916, with mutual allegations and general indignities cited. Another divorce case, J. Denny vs John Denny, follows, noting a marriage on October 27, 189? and a long separation, amid scattered, unclear details from the damaged source.

Asait Hunter & Cher Mark M.millé de Run St. Francois County Tikcinity

Women Writers Explains Why She Prefers Democrats at Conventions

Anna Stepke Richards, a prominent New York journalist, analyzes how women shaped and were shaped by the Democratic and Republican conventions. Excerpts describe women’s active roles, influence on campaigns, and unwavering support for their chosen party.

Pine Coimpurdsons New York Times Anna Stepge Richardsar New Yorks Miss Hiehiardsons Pollow

State Attorney Seeks Conviction of Big Bill Haywood

Chicago April 3 State Attorney Moyne voiced confidence in securing a verdict against Big Bill Haywood and thirty six other W W members in the conspiracy case to overthrow the federal government. The trial follows the Lloyd case and related sedition charges tied to the Communist Labor party arrests last New Year’s day. Lloyd and others remain free on ten thousand dollar bonds as the appeal proceeds with the September 25 date set for further proceedings.

Chicago McClay Moyne Bill Haywood W. W Wan Hr Lloyd Nigetenn Membe Communist Labor Party Lloyd New Yeor's Bon Pendine

Plot to wreck train thwarted near seven miles east

A documented plot to derail a fast train near seven miles east was stopped when a large pile of ties blocked the track. The crew spotted it in time, with only minor locomotive damage. Railroad special agents have been assigned to the investigation.

Laginers Railroad

Mrs Smart and family travel to St Paul for church picnic

Mrs W J Smart and children Lara and Paul went to St Paul in St Charles county for the annual Bible church picnic. They will visit relatives and friends in the area and likely call on Doctors A F P Dames and C A Dames in St Louis before returning to Moberly.

W. J. Smart Lara and Paul St. Paul St. Charles County

Weather Forecast Says Pleasant, Warmer Tonight and Tomorrow

The forecast calls for generally fair skies with a rise in temperatures. Tonight will be mild and warmer, followed by continued warmth tomorrow with light breezes and no heavy rain expected.

Harding Campaign News Tensions and Armistice Talks

Marion Ohio August 3 Harding drills on a second porch speech as delegates arrive with debate over domest ic issues including prohibition public health and cost of living. Meanwhile Bolshevik Polish armistice talks falter as new dispatches indicate shifts toward Minsk with Brest Litovsk occupation reported.

Marion Ohio Warren C. Harding Wayne County Harding League of Pacious

Drowning at Grand River Near Third Street

The first drowning of the season in the locality occurred about 7 40 o'clock Saturday evening when Alvan Lee Jeint of Madison Missouri 22 years old an employee at the Treon Got iling Works on First street stepped into a hole while bathing in Grand river about half a mile south of Third Street place. He was seized with cramps and could not rise after stepping in. Trean and Tyilhh Treen who were also bathing noticed he remained under water several moments then sank further. They alarmed a man fishing to help search. A rescue party went out to join and the body was found about 2 hours after drowning near a tree about 50 feet below where they had entered. The body was taken to undertaker rooms and removed to the Treon same day. It will be shipped tonight to Madison for burial. The young man’s family survive and the remains were brought through here en route to Madison. Funeral held today.

Madison Alvan Lee Jeint Treon Gotiling Works First Street Grand River Wuour Wryman Tyilhh Treen Warler Jay Fink Trean Bays Wiederthow Wil i Mohrs & Son Undertaking Treon Jlor ChUeco the Tribune Young Flint G. M. Jackson Noruy Ault Mrs. Jackson

Picnic Evening At Pollard Farm Honored Guests

Miss Werence Longbottom hosted a group of friends including Miss Hilda Scales of Kansas City and Miss Lucile Hardwick of Saterbury. Chaperoned by Mrs. Longbottom and Mrs. Ernest Patson, the party rode to Pollard farm for a country picnic with fried chicken, angel cake, and cake.

Werence Longbottom Hilda Scales Kansas City Lucile Hardwick Satersbury Longbottom Ernest’ Patson Pollard Farm Welock Angel Margaret Patison Eretta Malanfant Elizabeth Hulen Helen Tunner Stella {Pping Halen Patison Jesaia Langbottam Willard Haynes Bie Carr Hubert Boucher Kenneth ‘Turner Miller Packwood John Victor Smith Robert Harrison Irvin Aminus Robert Patison Russe Patison

Kansas Anti Strike Law Deemed Illegal by Court

In Wyandotte County Kansas City Kan Judge W H McCamish ruled the industrial court law section banning strikes or conspiracies to strike unconstitutional The ruling tests the criminal aspect of the law and its reach on arresting individuals who influence others to quit work The case centered on Jerry Scott a switchman arrested during an April strike and will prompt a U S Supreme Court review of the statute's validity

Kansas City Kansas Court of Industting W. H. MaCamish Wyandotte County Inansas City Kan Topeka Kansas Industrial Court Supreme Court W. H. McCamish Jerry Scott

The Lost Path to Social Harmony and Labor Value

A historical tract argues that true progress requires directing labor with genius, warning that communism attacking reward for brains will destroy society. It stresses unequal capacities, the danger of stripping initiative, and the risk of societal collapse if profit sharing erodes incentives.

Illinois Bank Robbed of $20,000 in Bolingbrook

Six armed men robbed the Commercial Bank in Boling, Illinois just before noon. They escaped in a large Cadillac after releasing a bystander named Chas Mohoy, who was possibly fatally wounded. Police pursued the getaway vehicle but details remain unclear.

Illinois Boling, Ue. Angus Mohoy Palia

Illinois Woman Kills Husband With Axe in Home Tragedy

A Peoria report claims Mrs. Preese killed her husband with an axe while he slept in bed in the Hunter Vole South Pekin home. Jealousy is offered as motive after the couple separated ten days ago and reunited yesterday before the fatal attack.

Peoria South Pekin

Democratic Leaders and Gov Cox Elated Over Nationwide Speech

Dayton reports Democratic leaders and Governor Cox express elation over the renetion of Senator Harding's speech rhetoric. They claim Wilding's call for peace via congressional resolution will frame the campaign amid league or no league debates.

Dayton Cox Harding Wilding

Grows Kill a Jackrabbit by Flocks of Crows in Oregon

Medford Oregon reports a strange morning sight as fifteen black birds attacked and devoured a jackrabbit. A crow targeted the prey, leaping about ten feet before pouncing, then the flock cleaned up the remains. The observer noted the event near Alki Hall and described the sequence of attack and feast.

Medford Alki Hall

All Eyes on Kansas City Election Today

Kansas City and Jackson County voters faced a pivotal primary as factions within the Republican party split the county. Indications pointed to a heavy turnout with anti boss and boss camps vying to sway the governor and senator races. Reed supporters favored Senator Reed and Breckenridge Long, with potential realignments including Atkins and Farris.

Kansas City Ata Clestica Jackson County Farmer Rears Shannon Jam Reed From & Sour Breckenridge Long Ve Wes Jaim M. Atkinson A. Farris Togay Arthur Anti Dass E. E. Metimses

Missouri Republicans Split Over Babler and Cole Feud

In the Missouri State Journal view, the internal party clash over Babler and Cole has damaged the Republican cause. The piece argues brave party leaders must be ousted or reasonable Republicans will defect to Democratic tickets in November, signaling a broader national warning if outside interference continues.

Leap Year Bride Pays For Her Marriage License

In Tulsa a leap year marriage scene unfolds at the county recorder's office. Gertrude Johnson, also paying for the groom, declares she chose the man and will cover the license and his services. The ceremony occurred at 3:30 pm in Hotel Muehrbach with Rev. Frank Arnold officiating. the couple left for a three week honeymoon at Glacier Park.

Pex Theister Kansas City Chas. W. Moore Court House Ray Tulsa Gertrude Johnson Recorder Iter Nogh Muehrbach Frank Arnold Fellows Glacier Park

System of Smuggling Japs Bared By House Committee

Washington August 2 A congressional subcommittee disclosed a covert Pacific coast network that smuggles Japanese into the United States. Chairman Herbert Johnson reported routes from Yokohama to Guaymas California with escorts bribery and bank deposits enabling entry and subsequent agricultural work five year cycles.

U. S House

East St Louis Visitors Return to Moberly Ties

Claire Williams and wife of East St Louis are visiting Moberly for ten days to reconnect with George Louis and other locals. Mr Williams, a Moberly resident, tours the town meeting old friends and showing enduring affection for his hometown.

East St. Louis Claire Williams George Louis Mr Williams Willams

Heavy vote polled in St. Louis in statewide primary

St. Louis August 3 a heavy vote was recorded in the statewide primary with estimates predicting about 80 000 ballots 50 000 Republican 30 000 Democratic Early ballots show Democrats voting Republican tickets contrary to law amid intra party contests Aaron Goldstein a Democratic election judge in the fifth ward was removed and arrested charged with fraudulent ballots placed in a ballot box

St. Louis Arnold Board of Election Commissioners Republic Aaron Goldstein Fifth Ward

LOFTS CASE UNNERVES GI Chicago

Miss Kuh Woods freed temporarily after collapsing during coroner inquest at bachelor apartment death of millionaire diamond broker Samuel T. A. Lettis. Woods testified about the six hours before Lettis died as the hearing resumed.

Fever Pitch Election In Moberly Attracts Voters

Voter turnout in Moberly reaches a fever pitch as the main election unfolds. By 3 pm, over 460 votes had been cast in the fourth Ward, with reports of strong activity at other precincts and crowds discussing candidate merits in the streets.

Moberly Downwyn Ane Ching

Papal Letter Calls End To Licentious Habits And War-Era Evils

Rome agosto 3 a papal circular notes evils from war era including licentious behavior and loss of respect for authority. It marks St Joseph being named patron of universal church and urges year long celebration beginning December. It cites militarist passion famine and wealth gaps as causes and warns of communism and broken family ties.

Rome Pope Benedi St. Joseph Universal Church Eas

Coal production expected normal by Friday in Illinois mines

Aug 3 in Springtlein Maryland reports say Illinois miners will return to normal production by Friday, per Harry Fisher, president of the Illinois Miners Union. With president Farrington absent and unavailable, the vice president stated there was no doubt the workers would resume work as planned.

Springtlein Minois Harry Fishwith Illinois Misers Feat Farrington

Death Notice for G. H. Eppard in Randolph County

G H Eppard a highly respected Randolph County citizen of 621 West Carpenter Street died at 3 o clock this afternoon after a long illness. A more extended notice will be given tomorrow. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

G. H. Eppard Tixtay G. BH. Eppard Highly Res Citizen Randolph County Carpenter Street

Kaiser Wealth a Menace Considered for Confiscation

German legal committee of the Prussian diet debated seizing Hohenzollern assets as a threat to the republic. Estimates valued the wealth at 250 to 300 million marks plus household treasury items and 1,000 silver plates. The Independent Socialists proposed a confiscation resolution, which was rejected.

Berlin Hohenzollern Republ Additio

Wheat carryover figures from Washington report

Washington reports a large wheat carryover for July 3, with 556000 bushels in storage this year and 261000 bushels in 1943. Figures from department of culture show totals at mills and elevators, including 24,674,000 bushels in other markets and 36.98 in Minneapolis.

Washington Cary Department of Culture Minneapolis

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