Bailey Not Charged With Forgery in K C
A Kansas City paper misreported a banking overdraft linked to W Z Bailey. Letters from Bailey and wife Mr and Mrs W Z Bailey say no forgery occurred and the matter involved a $34 overdraft and one $2 check.
17 Aug 1921
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Newspaper
Moberly Evening Democrat
Location
Moberly, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1921
Page
1
A Kansas City paper misreported a banking overdraft linked to W Z Bailey. Letters from Bailey and wife Mr and Mrs W Z Bailey say no forgery occurred and the matter involved a $34 overdraft and one $2 check.
News from relatives reports the marriage of Lille Murity of Moberly to Joseph Lawrence of Little Rock Arkansas. The couple traveled with Miss Lucile Murphy and wed in Maryville. The bride is from northwest Moberly and daughter of Mr Murphy. They reside in Fort Worth, Texas. The minister Stieve of the Gentri Christian church will lead a future convention visit and vacation.
A robbery at Adams Jewelry Company ends with a guard shot and killed in Kansas City. Jones, 63, described as a poll worker, is said to have attacked the window and fled before being shot by a Secret Service operative who had been tracking the suspect.
Surveyors visited Moberly this week to inspect the westward route for a proposed railroad from Monroe City to Mexico. Officials say high labor costs delay construction but a supply of workers could speed up work within weeks. There is talk of a large yard project near Moberly and a potential line to St. Louis via Moberly.
A black man identified as Walker Ley was hanged in a tree near Independence Missouri after being convicted of assaulting Miss Hligabegh Dasthm in her home. The event marks the first hanging in the county in several years, according to local reports.
Reno Riceh of Monett Missouri died Friday evening from what doctors called a poisoning. Dr Carlos Copeland criticized prohibition officials for restricting access to alcohol and an antidote saying swift treatment could have saved the child. Copeland recounted he ordered whisky to be given to the baby but the dose proved ineffective, and the infant died after a brief rally. He urged physicians be allowed to use any measures to save patients.
A fire caused by a lightning bolt destroyed the Kelley Milling Company plant with an estimated loss of 500000. Grain dust ignited between the elevator and mill. Adjacent milling facilities suffered water damage. Mr and Mrs J of Rhodes of St Louis visited sister Mrs DB Carpenter this afternoon.
The article notes the final day of the Chautauqua program featuring concerts and a closing lecture by Col. W. Alverson. It highlights audience attendance, pledges for future years, and Dr. Weathard’s talk on civilization’s products under Christian influence, with emphasis on youth participation and moral support.
The jury finds for plaintiff May Brooks in a car collision suit, assessing damages at $22 after evening deliberation. The July 3 1922 incident at Morehead and Morley streets involved both drivers claiming right of way and slow speeds.
Chicago aug 7 old laborers protest transfer of Marion shops to private contractor under Dun-Rition. Labor board to receive protest. four writers tally suit. Union advocates claim Eric Railroad formed corporation to seize shops and erode labor rights amid threats and mounting protests.
Dublin reports De Valera told Dail he is willing to submit the Irish question to external arbitration. He criticised claims of dominion and urged a settlement of relations with Britain. Separately in Washington Ford’s railroad faced ICC opposition over proposed freight rate cuts set for hearings in Columbus on Sept 12.
Sefatia Mo reports state board on agriculture day at the Missouri centennial exposition and state fair with talks by board members. A fireworks spectacle titled the Arabian Nights is scheduled for the night program. Missouri officials announce the engagement and imminent marriage of Campbell and Dugan in Sedalia. The Interstate Commerce Committee reports the administration bill extending financial aid to railroads favorably to the Senate.
Slightly cooler tonight with a back to back Tyeport appearance. Weather outlook shows cooler conditions continuing tomorrow with no major storms in the region.
Judge Greenfield and Col J A Corby of the state board toured Moberly to inspect sites offered for a state dependent children home. The party, arriving by Katy rail, viewed locations with Chamber of Commerce leaders. Local boosters cited Moberly’s central location and railroad access as advantages.
Col Everson, noted Baptist preacher, will address the audience at 8 45 tonight in Inglesia hall as part of the chautauqua program. He is billed as a major attraction of the week and expected to deliver a powerful message.
Mrs Agnes M Martin died this morning August 1 at 4 30 in Moberly after a yearlong heart condition She was born August 25 1951 and leaves husband Sam Martins twelve children seven surviving children John Herbert Frank Bertha Nettie and five more with nineteen grandchildren She was a member of the Coates Street Presbyterian Church The funeral will be at 2 30 Friday from her residence with Dr C B Roving officiating Interment at Oak Hill Cemetery
In Sedalia Missouri on August 17 officials Lloyd and Dingle reached a bargain over fair management. Lloyd will supervise seven missions while Dingle and the fair board run the rest of the exhibition. The settlement followed a tense confrontation outside the Centennial administration building after a pageant.
Clyde Barnett, a 24 year old wanted on a wire abandonment charge in Madison County Kentucky, was arrested here by Chief Mize. Sheriff Fe Whitlock of Richmond notified Mize that Barnett would be taken into custody and returned to Kentucky after staying in town since mid June.
Bert Johnson, 23, jailed in New Madrid Missouri on a murder charge after a quarrel over a daughter led to James Davis, 53, a farmer, being shot at a picnic. Davis had opposed Johnson’s marriage to his daughter. the couple reportedly planned to marry but were denied.
De. C. K. Patten purchased the Turner farm located 334 Wiles North at Moberly Cairo, totaling 225 acres. The property will become the home for his Holstein herd and a modern dairy, with the site showcased to visitors as a model farm and commercial setting. He also owns a 340-acre outlying farm for agricultural use and 20 head of surplus stock.
President Harding says women will have a part in the disarmament conference. Whether as delegates or advisory members remains undecided after a league for women voters official urged an appointment and attacked Oklahoma Congresswoman Alice Robertson. Senate closes debate on a 200000 appropriations bill for conference expenses. Klawer Kin h to host Laumbher party at YWCA rooms Thursday night with a Friday breakfast. contact Grace Dunn or others for info.
The Missouri Messenger reports about 90 retail merchants visiting Moberly on August 22 23 for the state convention. Delegates from numerous associations will attend with speeches addresses and committee reports. Motherly will host the delegates and a public reception follows at new water works site.
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