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Newspaper

Moberly Evening Democrat

Location

Moberly, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1921

Page

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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.

Marriage of Lille Murity to Joseph Lawrence at Maryville

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.

Lille Murity Aiy Sily Joseph Lawrence Stieve

Jewelry thief killed by secret service in Kansas City

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.

Kansas City Laday Rited Jones Poll “Dlonter Adams Jewelry Company Tan

Burlington Plans To Start Work On New Road Soon

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.

Burlington Ysurington Reilroad Moberly Monroe City Mexico Teig Soelia Wsl Moherly Lowell Nso St. Louis

Jackson County Negro Hanged To a Tree

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.

Jackson County Kansas City Walker Ley Hligabegh Lee Sudependence Dneksen

Prohibition and a Baby's Death Stir Medical Debate

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.

Monet Reno Riceh Gusti Phelom Bloch Monett Eure Hotie Copeland Bloch Mindy Fran Lvst Nere

Mill Fire Destroys Kelley Milling Plant In Wansis At Oo Ave

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.

Kansas City Oo Ave Kelley ‘Milling Company Heerin

Closing Day At Chautauqua Promises Far-Reaching Talks

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.

Turther Sands Undepesdenk Ghia Pias Wis Bern Cmt Tilien Shubert Osoltee Ian Redding Wendin Chiat Une Weadhaeh Audinestum Min Wisle The Vale Tries Mim Col. W. Alverson

Jury Finds Far Brooks In Car Smash Up Case

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.

Far Brooks May Brocks Morehead Morley Otler Brooks P. Cave Hunter & Chamier Slig

Start to Crucify Unions in Harding's Old Home Town

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.

Harding Chicago Ririro dun-Rition Éonditons Th. Railroad Service Company Mauyion Bankers Aid Business Yxen Eric Railroad Tietitions Corporhation Isbor Gimminson

De Valera open to arbitration on Irish issue

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.

Pullin Ans DeValera Dall Eireann Ireland Britain Washington, D.C Henry Ford Interstate -Cortimerae Commission Detroit, Toledo & Tranton Railroad Columbus Ohio Detroit Toledo Lima Wines Yeekson County Interstate Commerce Commission Commission Ford

Missouri Centennial Exposition Highlights And Wedding Plans

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.

Sefatia State Board On Agriculture Ag- Meullayve Washington, D. C Administration Senate Interstate Commerce Committee

Tyeport Pair Tonight and Tomorrow

Slightly cooler tonight with a back to back Tyeport appearance. Weather outlook shows cooler conditions continuing tomorrow with no major storms in the region.

Moberly Hosts State Childrens Home Site Visit

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.

A. Corby St. Joseph Greenfield St. Louis State Board of Charities and Corrections Maberly Katy State Child J. A. Corby Chamber of Commerce Weis Merchants Hotel Geo. Perry P. K. Weis John O'Wheera

Col Everson to Speak Tonight at 8 45

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.

Col. Everson Everson Col

Agnes M Martin Died This Morning in Moberly

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

Agnhes Alan Hintey Martin Miles East Tome Moberly Wctover Uel Martin Sam Mr. Martin John. Herbert Frank Martin Ethel Kirksville Bertha Waters Finnell Nettie Eal Moherly Mery Bill Cowgill James Albertine Reise Edgar Eugene Danley Earings Bamery M Gelget Sarve Maher John Montvs Earl of Parin Coatesstreat- Presbyterian Church C. B. Roving Oakhind

Lloyd and Dingle Settle Centennial Fair Conduct

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.

Lloyd and Dingle Sedalia Aig Mtenant Hirai Lloyd Centenn Commission State Fair Board Lloyd Centennial Commission

Young Man Arrested Here to Be Taken to Kentucky

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.

Mek Kentucky Peirce Mise Clyde Barnett Madison County Mize Fe Whitlock Richmond Barnett Barnet Ford Reaquisilium Payers Tetals

Missouri Man Charged in Slaying Over Planned Marriage

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.

Missouri France Poplar Auxbert Johnson New Madrid James Davis Yavis Johnson Davis Jostle Pone

Batten Buys Turner Farm for Dairy Expansion

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.

Women to Attend Disarmament Meeting in Washington

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.

Washington Harding League For Women Voters Alice Robertson Oklahoma Washington, D. C Senate Pat Harrison Mississippi Klawor Kinh Fey Information Grace Dunn Hazel Betler Frances Segley Thelma Waterfield

Retail Merchants Meet in Moberly Next Week

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.

Missouri Messenger Ewa Imonday Gus Chandler Moberly Retail, Merchants’ Association B. J. Carnegy Moberly Rehalt A. C. Dingle Joe Mullen Ph. Dalmerer Jefferson City Ray Waddill Kirksville L. FF. Padberg St. Lewis H. C. Asel Jeferson City John CC. O’keefe Mobert G.beeker The Wans City A. Werremeyer St. Louis D. Lykenbill Pwlicity Hedregk St. Joseph Padberg Asbesdntt Elks Club H. C. Balsiger Kansas Cal Association Johnny Lure Kansas City Advertising 27 Association Jol P. Peters North St. Louis

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