18 Aug 1899
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Newspaper
Moberly Evening Democrat
Location
Moberly, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1899
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text lists names and titles including Orr worth and Jno Henry I Lawel with references to COMM Com Cil Joe Lowel and KW Mat Senne Quayle. Mention of Stilts wae NE Eh Sheps suit D Wilcox RK. Likely shorthand notes or names in a legal or committee context.
A chaotic mix of reunions, speeches, and gatherings across Missouri and Texas includes a Confederate reunion at Bonham, a North Missouri picnic in La Plata, and a Waco session ending with officer elections. Notable visits by Governor Tanner, Congressman Lenihan, and Champ Clark frame a broad national scene.
The Moberly league invites all members to attend next regular meeting on Tuesday night to discuss important official business. Attendees are urged to be present for the agenda items and any updates from officers.
Mrs T Butterly and her daughter Miss Cine left yesterday for a two week visit with relatives in Chicago. They will also tour Niagara Falls and points of interest in Canada before returning home.
A Sunday School picnic at Derkin's Grove hosted by the Southern Methodist group drew many children and adults. Superintendent Jus. Wight and Rev. S. P. Crosup led the event with elaborate preparations, group photos, ample food, and a joyful atmosphere enhanced by fruit, water, and melon treats. The gathering showcased community spirit under careful supervision and featured a prominent Mile Tracks event and plans for a larger future turnout.
Hosou Lilyou was acquitted of murder last night in Sprigeield Missouri. The trial followed the shooting of Steve Bilyou and his two sons. Bilyou declares he will not return to the scene of the crime as four of the accused face continued charges.
A Weytesville man asserts a study finds the natural life of a ly ix averages 80 days, excluding those cut short by untimely deaths or falling into the cravy bowl.
Weather Bureau forecasts a big Democratics rally day in Sedalia with a Tipton excursion next Friday. On August 19th the outing costs one dollar, streetcars to Brows Springs four miles from Sedalia cross Flatcreek and Spring Park fishing grounds. Sedalia Maccabeus plan great entertainment for visiting Brother Maccabees from nearby towns. families urged to bring lunches for a day of fun and mingling.
August 18 190? Tipton Missouri to host gathering with William J Bryan scheduled for Friday August 25 at 2 pm Governor Stephens notified by telegram. Excursions planned on all railroads into town. Democrats from Mountain Morgan Cooper and Cole counties expected in large numbers. Free premiums include wagons and bogeys and a sewing machine piece. Citizens of Huntsville celebrate as John Hammett’s wife bears a baby girl. Huntsville expected to have strong Moberly fair presence August 29 to September 2.
Fragment from Cer trilin Courier mocks a preacher sought by townsfolk. It satirizes a candidate who preaches Christ yet mingles with social vice, praising “finish” and “com merce” sense over religion while night activities and gossip are referenced.
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