05 Aug 1904
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Newspaper
Moberly Evening Democrat
Location
Moberly, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1904
Page
1
Mrs Tottie Ditton filed for divorce from Robert Katton through attorney War Sloss rissey. She alleges abuse and neglect, claims she supported the family with her earnings while he squandered money and insulted her with vile names. She seeks court relief and division of assets.
Disjointed OCR notes describe a train derailment near Cross, Missouri injuring Walter Atkins and a fatal accident at Cheysores. The piece also notes community events in Moberly with celebrations for the colored community and mentions family news from Washington and personal notices.
Albert Allison owned by Gol James Sillaghley was defeated by Lon Kelly in a match race at Aiguinsville on Monday. Kelly claimed victory in three straight heats while Allison showed moments of speed before the defeat.
Notice announces buying second hand school books in good condition and invites bringing them in before August 15.
Adama sells Faro farm to John Mangus for 4000 dollars. Adams disposes of a two and a half acre tract and houses to Clark, noted as Hol Spelman farm, in Randolph County. The sale is praised as a fine, improved property. Hamilton of near Moberly reports a coal sale to Randolph County Coal Co. but title defects are noted.
A fragmentary item describes a courthouse wedding at a wheel Squire Win officiating in a distinctive style. It mentions Decatur residents AL Merrill and Powell, emancipation celebrations from Cheicome town, and the family travels of a Wabash engineer named Roe, with plans to visit Wichita after a stay, plus a Central Iron robbery incident in St. Louis area.
Inspector summoned strike leaders for a conference and warned officers were ordered to shoot if rioters resist. Reports describe starving families forced from homes, with Packers bringing supplies for a parade and Day celebration. Committees failed to report fundraising totals, and speaker lineup remains unsettled.
The Mingionary Society at the Baptist church gave a farewell reception for Mrs. Jo Davis at 614 South Fourth Street. She and Rev. Daves with their children plan to relocate soon to Old Mexico amid expressions of regret from many friends and neighbors.
Mayor A O Duigtethas receives a letter from the World’s Fair president proposing a Missouri Week at the fair with designated days for Moberly and other cities. Special ceremonies, low railroad fares, and a Maberty Day on August 20 are planned with local officials to coordinate programs.
Report notes delayed results from the World’s Fair contest due to a press accident. Sunday appearances are expected and the winner’s vote will be published. A St Louis representative secured entertainment arrangements for a Democratic entrant at a top hotel near the fair. Dick Duvall suffers a severe eye injury, raising concern for potential complications. Reverend Buchanan to preach at Sweet Springs Church next Sunday.
Public notice details a week long excursion package with board and admission to the world fair plus rides and shows at various venues. It lists event attractions and contact for further particulars with an official manager reference.
Distorted notice claims phone orders to fill prescriptions at home within fifty minutes. Messenger will bring signs to your door, promising no delay and that the service costs nothing to the patient.
Sam Colling a colored porter faced abuse on emancipation day as his lemonade stand drew a crowd. Firecrackers exploded near him causing chaos while patrons stole his stock and police ordered him away. A church service is announced for Sunday at 1 a.m. conducted by Rev McKinale of Macon.
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