26 May 1904
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Newspaper
Moberly Evening Democrat
Location
Moberly, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1904
Page
1
A wall in the garden shows wallpaper baring in sections, revealing underlying layers and possible water damage. Creases and peeling edges suggest moisture exposure. Homeowner notes ongoing effort to replace damaged areas and restore finish.
County attorney files bribery accusations against Henry on a Glasgow election donor scheme. Four affidavits by merchants and citizens accuse him of offering money to influence votes.
A Memorial Day procession is scheduled with Mounted Police, Commercial Club Cadets, and bands leading from Reed Street to the cemetery. Civil War veterans will be honored with Lincoln’s Address and remarks by Commander J T Prarie, Adjutant A McCandless, and Rev W A Quayle.
Dispatches claim a Japanese force moved toward Dalny with reports of battles near Saguripo and ongoing advance toward Port Arthur. Russian positions at Talienwan threaten destruction. Japanese landings near in Chow and railway progress toward Port Arthur noted.
In St Joseph Missouri the Wabash railroad faces layoffs with engineers and boilermakers leaving for Iowa and Missouri. Wabash workers report increased traffic to St Louis for the world’s fair and new passenger trains planned between St Louis Kansas City and nearby cities. Signals and switch lamps receive upgrades as trains increase for fair traffic.
A massive blast off Riverview Park in Louiaville Kentucky killed thirteen people instantly and left three fatally injured while five were seriously hurt. Nearby homes suffered damage including Cal John H Whellens residence about one hundred fifty yards away. Mrs John Jones and daughter Belle were visiting relatives. Laura Belle planned to visit Palestine Texas for the summer. Dr Bagby of Cairo was in Moberly today.
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