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Moberly Evening Democrat

Location

Moberly, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1923

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Search for E R Eichenberger body ends fruitless

A fruitless search for E R Eichenberger followed his unexplained absence after mid afternoon. Bloodhounds tracked a possible trail from Kirby Street to a park with footprints and scuffed prints indicating a struggle. The missing man, aged 57, was a former cigar factory worker who had recently suffered health troubles and expressed despondency before vanishing. Local authorities, including Chief Lloyd McCann and Deputy Brown, and a posse probed alleys, woods, and a lake area hoping for clues or the body, amid rumors of dynamite charges in the area.

Berger Wits Rielvard Afr Richenberger Forest Haute Pealice Lloyd MuCanne Sini Mirema Jai Chien Chayalee Tor Koa Genevieves Michonter Franklin Richard Wichenberger Kirby Street Kiel Roleling Johnson Treet Ste Reed Mre Hichenberger

Hit and attempt fail as dynamite charges miss target

A historic report notes six dynamite sticks set off simultaneously in a failed attempt to end a life. Sheriff John Milam Deputy Sheriff Harry Polson and Myre Strumpter joined in the effort while Jas Kehoe helped prepare the blast.

John Milam Harry Polson Myre Strumpter Jas. Kehoe

Fire at C C Church Near Noor Hour Today

A blaze discovered shortly after neon dusk damaged a rear storage room of the Centr Christian Church. Firemen fought flames with water and chemicals. damage estimated at 500 dollars. Cause under study, with spontaneous combustion a leading theory.

C. C Noor Soci Uweing Chemicals

Albany Anti-Saloon League Declared Political Committee

The New York Anti-Saloon League was ruled a political committee by Supreme Court Justice Staters. The decision found the league through officers and campaigners funded and directed bulletin and circular distributions and public addresses to influence voter qualifications and to aid or defeat candidates in the primary and general elections. The ruling confirms the group is a political entity and active participant in politics.

Albany N. Y Marehla New Youl Loo Supreme Court Dusties Justice Weiss Cilize Tray Dustice League of New York Polly Ag. Gq Corporation League Lew. Vyhe Iss Teri Ue

Sunday Snow Storm Tolling 30 Deaths Across Midwest

A Sunday storm sweeping from the Mississippi Valley eastward caused about 30 deaths across several states and Chicago. Reports cite 9 deaths in Wisconsin, one in Arkansas, and fatalities in Illinois and Tennessee. Heavy snowfall and colder temperatures spread through the Great Lakes region, closing roads and disrupting travel.

Chicago Figeiasippi Wantuelks Arkans Uretr Great Lakes

Roberdt Rechoer and Cates Wls Warbin Married Sunday

Mrs. Jo Ve. Bowlware and friends report the marriage of Roberdt Rechoer and Cates Wls Warbin Sunday afternoon at the Centenal Methodist Church in St. Louis. The couple, staying at the Etterson Hotel, expect a week in the city.

Roberdt Rechoer Cates Wls Warbin JO Ve. Bowlware Aliss Bisa Flardin Bob Rucker Centenal Viathodist St. Louis Tadlock Mtr

Weather update hints at colder extremes tonight

The forecast indicates varyingly chilly conditions with a notably colder spell tonight and into Wednesday. In the extreme east portion, temperatures are expected to drop more sharply, bringing a wintry edge to the region.

County Court Faces Heavy Debt and Limited Options

County Preasurer J Frank Lyons reports around 90 000 in outstanding warrants since January 1920 with hundreds more due this year. The sinking fund yields limited interest and expenses have soared, hindering relief. The court may seek legal means to curb costs, but debt remains a looming issue for the county.

Pastor Rev. Shook Dies at Home After Four Years

Reverend Shook, 62, pastor of the Methodist Church for four years, died at his home yesterday. He had been transferred to Beanville, where an evangelist preached services. The obituary notes his resignation and funeral arrangements were announced locally.

B. I Shook Shook Methodist Beanville

Dope Peddlers and Addicts Sentenced in Narkotics Case

Three light men pleaded before Judge Farris to violation of the narcotics act and received terms from two months to a year. Wilson got a year and a day at Leavenworth. John Schneider and Eddie Hamlin, alleged addicts, were also sentenced to Leavenworth. Five more men charged with possession received lighter sentences at St. Charles jail.

St. Touts Maren Wedergl Farris Award Wilson Leavenworth Kansas John Schneider Eddie Hamlin St. Charles

Lenine Reported Critically Ill, Moscow Trip Underway

A Russian premier Lenine is reported critically ill, with Drs Vorster and Minorsky Lighted traveling to Moscow to attend the Bolshevik conference. The telegram mentions Clarman specialists and the expected arrival to seek treatment.

Riga Lenine Russia Clarman

Esteemed Citizen Dies at Home on West Carpenter

An obituary note reports the death of Pred Ww Phelan of 625 West Carpenter Street at 2:90 this afternoon. The family announces public notice of the passing and funeral arrangements have not yet been set.

Red Phelan Lis Gon Carpenter Street

Farmers of Nation Plead for Aid from War Finance

A delegation led by Senator Capper urged continued financial support from the War Finance Corporation for farmers in production and marketing of crops. They warned of delays in new farm credit measures and pressed for adjustments to safeguard orderly markets and export of surplus farm products.

Washington, D.C War Finance Corporation Congressmei Aoc Lepueseus Tutveis Mondall Capper iSansas Gapper Alberal North

Judge James Ellison Dies In Kansas City

Judge James Ellison a former Kirksville resident died Sunday at his Wasas home from pneumonia. Funeral services and burial will be in Kansas City today. Ellison aged about 70 served longer on the bench than any lawyer in the state. He practiced in Kirksville until 1908 and moved to Kansas City as a Court of Appeals member. He retired in 1912 and leaves a daughter Mrs Snyder of Kansas City a wife who died about a year ago and a brother and two sisters. Also listed are Judge William Bigelow of Maryville Mrs Poulton of Canton Jo and Mrs Sharp of St Louis.

James Ellison Idirksville Wasas Kansas City Eollison Kirksville Court of Appeals LO 2 Snyder Kansas_ City William 2Iligow Maryville Poulton Canton, Jo Ws. Sharp St. Louis

Legislators to Receive $1 Per Diem After Today

In Jefferson City Missouri the 52nd general assembly will pay members a per diem of 1.00 for each day they remain in session. Today is the seventh day of the session and the last day on which members may receive 5.00.

Jefferson City Mfc Maren General Assembly

Blunders. What can you say of this as an ornament

Washington reports muddled tax notes with references to a federal income tax payment of four hundred million dollars mentioned in a garbled day’s news. The item hints at misprints and unclear figures in government notices and ads.

Washington, D. C Witlp

Cruelty Charge Over Neglected Blind Horses in City Barn

Complaint by FL Rupp claims Jimny Brame kept two blind horses in Ay Rupp's barn with no bedding and little or no food. Witnesses say horses stood knee-deep in filth, were fed only after delays, and that the owner gambled instead of providing care. Judge Botwanen ordered feeding and warned of ninety days imprisonment for noncompliance.

Rupp Sian Brame Jim Jimny

Stewart Gets Five Years In Federal Penitentiary

Marehdib W H Stewart, organizer of the Stewart Lana Co, was sentenced to five years in a federal penitentiary for using the mails to defraud in sale of Texas lands. He received a concurrent sentence of five years with a $1600 fine and 16 points. also ordered to pay court costs near 10,000. Four company officials were fined up to 50 dollars. An appeal and a new trial were denied.

Stewart Federal Penitentiary City Marehdib W. H. Stewart Ww Stewart Lana ‘Co Loday Federal

Father Vraniak Still Missing in Virden Search

March 13 prayer service for Rev. John A. Vraniak centers Wiss Slovak parish amid a week plus of search along the roadways from Virden to Venice led by George Miller and parish friends. No solid theory, Miller plans a parish conference to consider urging the attorney general to investigate rumors of secret involvement.

Jno. Vraniak Virden John A. Vraniak Wiss Slovak Tarlole George &. Miller Venice Miller Tes

Bishop Tuttle Reports Improvement After Serious Illness

St Louis March 2 Bishop Daniel Fe. Wm. Le sos, a veteran clergyman, is greatly improved today after a week of illness. Attending physicians say he is through the critical night and out of danger from the grave attack of influenza that afflicted him.

Tuttle St. Louis Daniel Fe

Tax payment projections amid postwar business slowdown

The tax department estimates most taxes are paid in quarterly installments. An upcoming March 1 payment is expected near 20 thousand dollars higher than last year, reflecting weaker business conditions compared with 1921 postwar effects.

Elks Elect Officers for 1923 at Annual Meeting

The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will hold its biggest meeting of the year tomorrow night March 24 to elect officers for the next 12 months. The program includes a large fish feed and an athletic show featuring Emerson Williams 160 pounds and Andrew Dale 233 pounds in five and eight round bouts.

Elks Emerson Wiliams EA Peutias Andrew Dale Camary

Senate votes to repeal constitutional convention call in Missouri

In Missouri, the Senate approved 21 to 2 a measure repealing the constitutional convention call. Senator Casey argued it serves as a warning to convention members that Missourians desire adjournment. Critics warned the convention could cost about 4000000 dollars and that a completed constitution would affect every resident. The body expects a House presentation and reconvening around early April.

Jefferson City Senate House Gaseye Warsas Cis Missouri Farris Rola Sen Lhe Amimahbiy Wien

Wabash Strain Bus Crash Leaves Passengers Safe

Mrs AW Showmaker O Showmaker and Miss Louise Dudley and friends escaped a wreck Saturday afternoon when a horse drawn rig stalled on Rogers and Railroad streets. A 3:45 Wabash train backing toward the crossing forced the rig to stop as a truck blocked view. The horse and harness were damaged but no injuries occurred to occupants.

Louise Dudley Maclady Keel Lee Rogers Railroad Streets Ge cGar Columbian Tribune

Jefferson Guy Pushes Rail Industry Adjustment

A Missouri March session notes a resolution by Representative Maxey urging quick steps to de moratized industry and transportation amid railroad controversies. The conference committee reportedly adapts the plan and will meet tomorrow afternoon at Lov clogk to discuss a public dinner venue.

Jefferson Guy Maxey W. C

French Hold Mayor of Buer as Hostage

A German report says French forces hold the mayor of Buer and threatened to shoot him. Civilians are restricted, with reports of evacuations and firm German control amid ongoing Ruhr disturbances.

Buer Bertin Ruhr Oto Bier

Fever Girl Fooling Doctors With Hot Water Bottle Ruse

Evelyn Lyons of Ascanaba Michigan posed as ill with fever convincing doctors by using a hot water bottle to fake high temperatures. Dr Morris Fishbein says a nurse concealed the device in bed and hysteria allowed the thermometer to register elevated readings. The hoax was exposed when the bottle was manipulated to show normal readings.

Chicago Evelyn Lyons Ascanaba Mich Morris Fishbein Journal of the American Medical Association Biahbein Aliss Lyons Elishbein Pr. Rishbein Shaye

Fire Destroys Four-Story Lincoln Apartment Building

A spectacular blaze in Lincoln Nebraska today damaged a four story apartment building and the Victoria Hotel with about 1500000 in damages. Twenty two families occupied the apartments and were forced to flee in the night. Fire crews fought the blaze as residents evacuated.

Lincoln Nebr Loneding Neb Victoria

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