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Newspaper
Moberly Evening Democrat
Location
Moberly, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1900
Page
2
The State Committee will meet in Missouri to pick a central city for the campaign opening, with Moberly favored as the strongest Democratic stronghold. Headlines also discuss England's influence and allegations of administration ties, questioning independence and election interference.
The Sedalia Democrat explains that city taxes pay current expenses and contracts are made on that basis. It notes the city council cannot incur year end debt and that unpaid claims cannot be paid from next year's revenue before next year's expenses are met. It urges business men and contractors to understand the rule.
Major J. W. Burke once a Texas Republican leader and U S Collector of Internal Revenue predicts a large majority for Bryan and Stevenson. He harshly criticizes McKinley and says he will not support the Republican ticket, causing a stir among Texas Republicans.
Mrs M. C. Burrs thanks neighbors and friends for help during her grand son Roy Austin’s illness and times of trouble. Plus an advertisement for wall paper and paints from 6c to 5c per double roll and paint at 1.20 per gallon from CP. Bearry in S0idawim.
Infant Julie M. Minden died at seven months old from bowels inflammation at home six miles east of Maberly. Funeral at Twin churches led by Rev W T Cole. Addie Butler of Moberly died at 24 from consumption leaving a three month old child. Burial planned at Myin chimeh- Osahah tomorrow. George Willen died at 811 Most Burdened Street from lung trouble after illness. He was 45, leaves wife seven children and many friends. Funeral Wednesday at 8 a m by Rev Rather Sehlatheelbow. burial in St Mary's cemetery.
The Griswold and Meike stock of groceries is placed in the trustee's hands for immediate sale. The stock will be offered at wholesale prices on Monday morning and continue until all sold, unless bulk disposition occurs. The goods are described as neat and desirable and will be sold for spot cash.
Tea water, electric fans and a superb scenic production headline the Morey Stock Company nightly show at the opera house. Buy a 45 cent seat before 7 pm to bring a lady, with prices at 15 25 and 30 cents. A guaranteed performance promises specialties and cooling effects. J M Settle promotes east side fruit ground in a Democrat notice, claiming strong buyer interest and urging readers to view the property. Dr Kelly, Homeopathist, 4134 Reed street. Phone 50.
An ad touts careful prescription filling with accuracy and prompt service. It mentions a specialty in filling prescriptions with pure fresh drugs and offers a selection of toilet articles for customers.
Park College in Parkville Missouri operates as a Christian institution offering tuition free education funded by student labor and gifts. Last year about four hundred students were taught by twenty three graduates with costs around sixty dollars per student. The college uses land labor printing and student work to keep expenses low and seeks donations for a new Missouri Home Building to expand capacity.
Moberly beat Richmond 8 to 1 in a spirited baseball clash at Randolph Springs with Louie Heininger excellent behind the plate and Edwards dominant on the mound. The crowd of about 400 enjoyed the sunny day as fans praised Moberly’s defense and hitting.
An old advertisement touts Boro rate salve as a cure for blindness tumors and skin conditions. It claims instant relief and lists diseases including piles eczema and similar ailments. Sold by D. I. Curry at 706 West Coates Street with a front furnished room for inquiries.
Notice is hereby given that the books of the assigned firm of Griswold and McPike are in my hands and all accounts due to said firm must be settled at once. Fourstar, Trustee, old stand and atte, M. Fourstar.
The piece argues shields should not diminish courage or mobility and cites examples from history. It contends that armor aids both protection and morale, with shields usable mainly in frontal assaults. It suggests a wagon could carry shields for a battalion and saving lives adds to offensive power.
The Manchester Union reports a package to Mrs. Margaret Sullivan from Mrs. Sullivan, mother of Lieut William Sullivan, containing nun's ceiling woven by natives in Noilo Iloilo. The set includes two hand operated shuttles, a December 15 letter from Iloilo, and notes on banana and pineapple fiber cloths.
A man bursts into a newspaper office demanding removal of a marriage notice he calls a hoax. He berates staff after accusing John Jenkins and Sarah Smith of not marrying and calls for the notice to be pulled before the next edition.
Mrs J S VanCleve comes home this afternoon after a month with her son Will Q VanCleve and family in Springfield. She bought groceries at the Gaiswoll Meike stock sale in the courthouse block, sale starts Monday. Third degree work at Masonic hall tonight with Grand Master Briggs expected. Joe M Acuff foreman of the Springfield Daily and Weekly Record arrives for fair week and reports good health and prosperity in the South Missouri metropolis.
Frank Hegarty heard from P Holloran who runs Hegarty’s grocery during his Ireland absence. Hegarty at Kilcar July 4 says old friends greeted him since landing in Kilcar after a ten day sea voyage. He sailed via London Dairy on July 3 and enjoyed a safe voyage.
Prof Heath a palmist at 8094 Reed St over Bushnall's Moberly Mo offers palm readings. He discusses business heart and health matters guiding success with an oral reading for 1.00 dollars and a full chart reading for 5.00. Office hours run from 9 am to 10 pm.
Announcement of new through Burlington routes from Kansas City and St Joseph to Lincoln northwest Nebraska Black Hills Wyoming Montana Washington Tacoma Seattle Puget Sound and Portland via Billings with 43 hour to Central Montana and 70 hours to Puget Sound. Includes through coaches chairs dining sleeping cars and connections toOgden Northwest via Lincoln Billings and Jones. Also notes Nebraska Colorado Expreve and Night Train to Nebraska Colorado Utah and Pacific Coast with improved Chicago St Louis East and northward trains to Omaha St Paul Minnesota and Lake Region.
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