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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1902
Page
4
The piece links Missouri politics with national sentiments, praising Schley and the naval victory while discussing Democratic and Republican lines. It mentions Pettis county Democrats naming Ernest McGaffey and Bryan Democrats forming a ticket expected to win, amid debates on Southern policy and local governance.
The Sentinel announces W. L. Creks as a candidate for Judge of the Western District of Pettis County subject to the Democratic County Convention's action.
The district announces James C. Connor as a candidate for constable of Sedalia Township subject to Democratic Party action and Charles Leftwich for nomination as constable of Sedalia Township subject to the will of the Democratic Party.
The Kansas City Journal condemns Mayor Reed's victory as sour grapes. Voters favor Reed's municipal ownership push and believe returns from public utilities should be shared. The piece critiques party tactics and notes the Metropolitan railway assessment and local electoral dynamics.
A fire at the Baptist Female College in Lexington Missouri caused considerable damage to the building's mansard roof starting at 1 15 this afternoon. There were no casualties as students and faculty escaped uninsured. The building was insured for 10000 dollars.
Heynens on North Ohio Street announces a big monument sale for Decoration Day with discounts on grave markers and commemorative stones. Local buyers can choose from a wide range of styles and prices.
Charles Lewis of Berlin Ottawa county, pursuing a $50,000 damages claim against Modern Woodmen for injuries from an initiation that led to amputation. He was moved home in a dying condition from a Grand Rapids hospital after doctors lost hope of recovery. If he dies, his heirs will continue the suit.
Sedalia Missouri council met in regular session with May or Babcock presiding. Present were Fulkerson Hammond Hodges Parks Stafford Staton. Brown and Seally absent. Minutes of March 4-7 1902 approved. City collector Sheerin spoke on tax judgments. costs paid but collection blocked by court officers. Council instructed city counsellor to assist collector. Water and fire committee granted more time on Twentieth and Grand hydrant petition. Street commissioner ordered to inspect unfinished sidewalks on North Prospect and prepare an ordinance for next meeting.
In the criminal court this morning Posey Payne pleaded guilty to larceny from dwelling and received a two year penitentiary sentence after burglary was dismissed. The State vs Cal A Perkins for grand larceny ended with nolle prosequi. Perkins pleaded not guilty to burglary and larceny after arraignment.
The article describes lace and batiste robes with matching waist and sleeves not yet sewn, featuring flounces and ornate embroidery. Color options include cream, black, white, and blue with prices from $15 to $45 and linen versions at $31.50.
State v Mellor dismissed for liquor license violation. State v Wilkerson dismissed for common assault. State v Fluty and Fluty continued generally to June 2 1902 for assault with intent to kill. Brown and Johnson pleaded guilty to petit larceny and were jailed sixty days. Maggie Simms released on 500 bond after a theft charge involving $150 from Darrell Anderson.
A note reports Clapton's light transfer and a rendezvous at the Arlington as a meeting point. The fragment hints at a date or event unknown, with limited readable context.
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