Electric Railway Proposed Between Eureka Springs and Berryville
The Sedalia capitalists plan an electric railway from Eureka Springs to Berryville with Judge Z F Bailey and Mr George Dugan backing the project. A tunnel through a solid stone river wall would power a line using water fall, promising cheap power and strong freight and excursion traffic. Bailey and Dugan returned home after outlining the plan and its funding.
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Eureka Springs
Ark
Sedalia
Z. F. Bailey
George Dugan
Sentinel
Missouri
Eureka
Berryville
Springfield
Judge Bailey
Court Assesses Fines in Repeated Jag Case
A man claimed a second jag was a continuation of the first, arguing he should not pay twice. The court disagreed, imposing $10 on the first count and $15 on the second, which he paid.
Freshman Essay Contest Opens First Preliminary Round
Yesterday afternoon the Freshmen held their first preliminary contest judged by Rev. Catlin J. H. Tuttle and Miss Hood. The event kicked off a series leading to the oratorical and declamatory competition with the Junior Literary Society preparing to elect officers tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rev. Catlin
J. H. Tuttle
Miss Hood
Bill Leaps From Missouri Pacific Train In Hurry
William Bozann of Hughesville jumped from a Missouri Pacific passenger train when it wouldn’t stop, escaping in a rush to reach his destination as the train sped on. The incident followed a day of swift travel and urgency, with the man reportedly seeking to unload during the journey.
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Willam Bozann
Hughesville
William
Missouri Pacific
Lafferty
Bill
Pat Finch
James Dixon arraigned on tags and abuse charge
James Dixon was arraigned in police court this morning to answer for two beautiful tags he accumulated on Sunday and Monday. He was released on bond after allegedly abusing a colored boy in the calaboose.
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James Dixon
Calaboose
Road Counsel Seek Jurisdiction Waiver in Dallas Case
Counsel for the road moved to waive all question of the Dallas district court's jurisdiction to try the case, a issue they had previously raised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ted
Dallas District Court
Laborers Illnesses Reported in Texas and Nearby Areas
A laborer list notes S. R. Stephensonof Ringvold Texas with fever Albert Lorenz Crabs Ll T neuralgia D R Miller at a crusher Chickie Choekie mashed toe Ed Moore Belton Texas tonsillitis Frank Moore Hot Springs Texas epididymitis Carey Trusey Sedalia measles J H Walden Denison broken leg
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S. R. Stephenson
Ringvold
Texas
Albert Lorenz
D. R. Miller
Ed Moore
College Sues for Possession of 200 Acres in Missouri
The Christian Bible College at Columbia seeks possession of 200 acres valued at $20,000, deeded to the college after a separation of the Montgomerys. Elizabeth Ann Montgomery contests the suit filed by Barnett & Barnett.
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The
Christian Bible College
Columbia
Barnett & Barnett
Elizabeth Ann Montgomery
Montgomerys
Constable to sue railroad for damages over Katy crossing fall
John M. Guy constable of Sugar Creek township will file suit this week against the M K T railroad for 20000 damages. He alleges injuries from a fall on steps at the Katy crossing near Union station recently two or three ribs broken and he was disabled according to the attending physician.
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John M. Guy
Sugar Creek Township
Katy Crossing
Union Station
Reform school bid for Carg Phoenix delays
The sentence for Carg Phoenix was set aside to pursue admission to the orphan's home. L. E. Hindman may post bond today after a court appearance but a hitch could push proceedings back a day or two. Mrs. Fredericka Leischel is declared incapable. Chas Denny named guardian and executor. Equitable Building and Loan sues to eject Cavalier Poland near Smithton and seeks $600 damages.
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Phoenix
Reform School
Orphan’s Home
L. E. Hindman
Fredericka Leischel
Chas Denny
Equitable Building and Loan Association
Smithton
Model clothing store levied for $657 owed
Kahn Tickner Myers and Co today issued a levy against the Model clothing store to recover an alleged account of $657.
Judge Graves Heads to Warsaw for April Court Term
Judge Graves of Butler Missouri travels to Warsaw to open the April term of court, marking the start of the session.
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Graves
Butler
Warsaw
Montgomery and Hastings Travel to Warsaw on Legal Matter
J. T. Montgomery and P. D. Hastings journeyed to Warsaw today to conduct legal business.
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J.T. Montgomery
P. D. Hastain
Warsaw
Watt Majors and D L Elliott Visit Lincoln for Stock Deal
Watt Majors and D L Elliott traveled to Lincoln today to finalize a major stock deal. The businessmen met with local executives to discuss terms and potential partnerships in the regional market.
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Watt Majors
D. L. Elliott
Lincoln
Court Adjourned Today to 10 A.M. Saturday
A court session was adjourned today and rescheduled for 10 a m on Saturday. The hearing will continue with the same judge and court room as previously announced.
Brosnahan Cleared in Kansas City Murder Trial
John Brosnahan was acquitted in Kansas City of murdering his father Timothy Brosnahan. The coroner's jury urged examination of the son, murder in the second degree charged, state was represented by Charles Howell, defense by M A Fyke. Prosecution witnesses testified self defense. defendant dismissed before defense witnesses. Father burial occurred in Sedalia last week.
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John Brosnahan
Kansas City
Timothy Brosnahan
Ross
Young Brosnahan
Charles Howell
Hon. M. A. Fyke
Sedalia
Romance of the Revolution wins in essay contest
Miss Jennie Allen takes first place with Romance of the Revolution while Miss Lou Mensefee is second with The Spirit of the se. Tomorrow the Freshman preliminary orations and declamations will be held. The Junior Literary Society elected officers: Thos Black president, William Tulley vice president, Nellie Davis secretary, Lawrence Bothwell treasurer, Nannie Gentry censor, Chas Dixon janitor and sergeant at arms.
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Jennie Allen
Lou Mensefee
Thos. Black
William Tuley
Nellie Davis
Lawrence Bothwell
Nannie Gentry
Chas. Dixon
Wheat Report Predicts Small Crop But Larger Acreage
Government wheat report issued Monday afternoon projects a crop under 0.78 of last year with 29,953,000 acres planted versus 25,744,000 a year ago. Winter wheat yield could reach 357,000,000 bushels, down seven million from last year, while acreage expansion offsets the drop.
The Katy's Charter Suit Delayed Again for Trial
The states suit to forfeit the charter of the Missouri Kansas and Texas Railway company of Texas was postponed again yesterday for a third trial date. The court set July 3 as the new trial date with both sides acknowledging unreadiness.
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Katy’s
Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway Company of Texas
Texas and Pacific Builds Massive Reeves County Reservoir
The Texas and Pacific railway company is constructing a vast reservoir at San Martin Reeves County to store 400 million gallons. The 40 foot high masonry wall spans a valley between two hills, covering eighty acres with a $50,000 price tag. Water will be pumped via pipes twenty miles to Foyah then distributed along the rail line, easing dry weather hauling for the Rio Grande division.
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Texas and Pacific Railway Company
San Martin
Reeves County
Texas and Pacific
Foyah
Governor's veto ends M K and T S S rail bill effort
Austin Texas April 11 no further attempt will be made to pass the M K T and S S railway consolidation bill over the governor's veto. Lawmakers plan to push a brand new bill through the legislature.
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Austin, Tex
S.S. S
Suit Against Katy Receivership Continued to July 3
At Dallas Texas yesterday the suit against the Katy for a receiver was continued till July 3. It is confidently predicted that nothing will ever come of the case.
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Dallas
Texas
Katy
Among the Trains Murry and Mack on Eighth Page
A brief note on the column Among the Trains by Murry and Mack continues on the eighth page, signaling more railroad coverage and rail news.
Barnetis Bill Passes the House
The Hon. O M Barnett leads a bill to convert constables and justices into salaried positions. It passed the house yesterday and faces a likely senate majority. Supporters say it cuts Pettis county crime costs and reduces nightly hobos rounded up for jail.
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O.M. Barnett
House
Senate
Barnett
Pettis County
Bryan Passes Through Sedalia En Route to Jefferson City
William Jennings Bryan toured Sedalia at 12 48 PM on his way to Jefferson City where he addressed the legislature. He praised Missouri's independence from trusts and vowed the free silver issue would triumph. he urged rally around Missouri’s example as a stand against money and trusts under the current administration.
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William Jennings Bryan
Sedalia
Jefferson City
Col. Bryan
Missouri
The New Fast Mail Train Promises Palace Comfort
Beginning tomorrow morning the Missouri Pacific fast mail arriving at 7 50 will be one of the finest trains in the country. Entirely new from forward mail car to vestibuled parlor car, it will be a traveling palace with broad vestibuled cars and modern comfort. No train changes planned. officials say it will rival the best in the world.
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Missouri Pacific
Woe of VME Batey Deepens Theft Case
Deputy Robb arrested Annie Batey in custody after she stole Mrs. Burrs wear ing apparel in a case tied to her January arrival from across the river before marrying Harry Griffin. Florence Miller also arrested but released. All garments recovered and a grand larceny charge will be filed.
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Robb
Kansas City
Annie Batey
G. W. Burr
Florence Miller
Batey
Harry Griffin
St. Louis
Judge Burr
Chicken theft at Brazier’s hennery shocks local porters
A thief stole about two dozen fowls from Chas Brazier’s hennery last night. Police report no clues and suspect a poultry-dealer ring aiding the gang. Officers note dealers vanish when approached and believe an informant tip-off exists.
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Chas Brazier
Theaty
Continuance Granted in Concealed Weapons Case
Earnest Johnson arrested last night by Deputy Constable Ben Redmond on concealed weapons charges was granted a continuance this morning before Judge Kinsey. Johnson will appear in court tomorrow morning.
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Earnest Johnson
Ben Redmond
Kinsey
Missing horse found near Sedalia home
Prof. John R. Scotten located his missing horse four miles southeast of Sedalia at John Bolton’s residence. The animal was ridden hard Saturday night and abandoned by the thief, left to find its way home.
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John R. Scotten
Sedalia
John Bolton
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Bond
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Steele
Britain
State Department
Great Britain
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United States
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Suez
Nicaragua
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John M. Clayton
Nicaragua Canal
Amene Wheat Report
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Bryan
Bowman & Dorn’s
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