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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1902
Page
8
Sedalia Lodge No. 236 A F and A M announces a special communication at 8 o'clock Friday evening April 11 for the Third Degree work. All Master Masons are invited to attend. E E Codding W M F A Sampson Secretary.
Sedalia businessmen report Missouri Pacific officials hinted at adding two workers for every one sent to Jefferson City and possible relocation of shops. Engineering surveys fuel rumors of new Sedalia shops replacing St Louis or De Soto sites as leases end and land values rise. Chickasha expects MK&T extension south from Guthrie and gathered promises of company reps to discuss a deal.
A Sedalia report notes Missouri Kansas and Texas railroad officials arriving at 12 40 am and departing for St Louis at 2 am. Engineers inspect narrow gauge engine No 195 and discuss putting the Joplin line in first class condition with trains likely not running for a month.
The Huckins Hotel Company Limited is incorporated in Caddo Parish Louisiana with capital stock of 25000. Incorporators are Joseph Huckins Joseph Huckins Jr and J C Wyatt. Mr Huckins Sr is president and Joe Huckins Jr vice president. The Caddo name will be changed to Huckins and the hotel opens around September 1.
For sale item lists a road cart with a canoe top in good order. Contact at 120 East Third Street for inquiries and price.
An artesian well was struck at Sedalia waterworks south of the city. Drilling by W. B. Martin continues to a depth between six and seven hundred feet with a steady three inch water flow over the casing.
Paul Albert, son of Rev J H Albert formerly pastor of the First Congregational church, will graduate from Drury College in Springfield this year and has been selected as one of the commencement speakers.
The forecast calls for generally fair conditions with cooler temperatures tonight and again on Saturday. No precipitation expected and skies should remain mostly clear. Moderate winds may accompany the cooler air.
Warsaw Times reports two men traveled through Warsaw to Camden county last Friday. One passenger, ill with smallpox, rode in the buggy and was allowed to proceed. The paper urges a plan to stop and quarantine such travelers to prevent spreading the disease.
The total valuation of Philip D Armour's estate reaches $14,751,105 in Chicago and New York, largely in personal property. He leaves most to his widow Malvina and son J Ogden Armour, with sizeable holdings in Armour Co and various banks and financial interests.
A printer updated a Booth poster after Edwin Booth complained about the phrase eminent tragedian. The new bill simplified the wording to Edwin Booth, reflecting the actor’s preference and the compositor’s adherence to instruction.
State Geologist Blatchley warns Indiana Illinois Ohio and Kentucky face a heavy 17 year locust infestation this summer with Indiana expected to bear the lion’s share. The insects last appeared in Indiana in 1835 and are due around May 1. He advises delaying fruit tree planting as trees may be destroyed.
Charles Thompson of Monroe County reports plans to construct an electric road from Moberly to Mexico. He says local residents will donate stock and promises financing once subscriptions meet targets. Thompson met with encouragement in MoBerly and will consult business leaders in Mexico before revealing full plans.
A Boston and Maine freight train derailed at an open switch in Wayland. Engineer Fred Judkins and Brakeman William Southerland, both from Somerville, died. Fireman Charles McNear of Boston was severely injured.
A group of about fifty ladies hosted by Mrs Charles Botz wife of the Journal editor gave her a birthday surprise Thursday afternoon at her home on West Second Street. They enjoyed games and refreshments with a birthday cake presented by Peter Pehl drawing admiration from all at the party.
George Pregge led a rich recital last evening at Trinity English Lutheran Church with a full house. The program featured vocal solos by Mrs J H Rodes Miss Fan Smith Miss Mildred Boughner and George Pregge. Instrumental pieces included violin solos by Prof H W Steininger Miss Marvel Devoll and Miss Ella Kuhn plus piano solos by Miss Weidenholtz Miss Fay Brown and Prof I N Farris.
An express train on the Boston and Albany division of the New York Central collided with a section gang at Alliston. Three men were killed and one injured in the accident.
The Local Union of the Christian Endeavor will meet at the First Christian church on Monday evening April 14 starting at 7 30 o clock. Kansas City leader R H Waggoner president of the State Christian Endeavor Union will address the rally promoting the October State Convention to be held here. A business meeting of the Convention Committee follows in the church parlors.
Gov Sayres directs letters to Zapata county to verify conditions and confirm suffering. If confirmed he will act promptly to provide relief.
The Primary and Junior Sunday School Teachers Union will hold a meeting Saturday afternoon at 4 o clock in Gregg's music college room 3. All city and county teachers are invited.
A burglary scare erupted last night when a local alarm was triggered and turned in by a passerby, prompting police to sweep the area and check for intruders.
Mr. J. R. Baldwin the Sentinel's traveling solicitor will visit Versailles and vicinity next Monday and Tuesday, Tipton and Bunceton on Wednesday, Boonville on Thursday, and Fayette on Friday and Saturday. Any courtesies shown him by Sentinel patrons are appreciated.
It is scrupulously clean, well filled with pure ingredients and our prescription work is scientifically done. We invite your patronage. We deliver. Arlington Pharmacy.
The head of the organization urges both members and the general public to support the forthcoming initiative. Officials say broad backing will assist in advancing the project and reassure stakeholders.
Traveling solicitor J. R. Baldwin returned Thursday night from a tour along the narrow gauge visiting Warsaw Lincoln and Cole Camp. He added thirty eight new subscribers to our Day and Weekly lists and reports collections good.
The local team starts the season facing the St. Louis club in Jefferson City on April 20.
The Jefferson City Republic questions the Capital City scare noting only three reported cases exist and urging calm amid public health alerts.
The Jefferson City school board re elected Prof J M Richardson as superintendent for another year and raised his salary to 1350 per year.
A Sedalian was put off Missouri Pacific train No. 10 at Independence last night for being dry and disorderly. He abused the conductor and trainmen and struck a brakeman over the head with a lantern. Conductor Williams was in charge of the train.
J R Baldwin solicitor for the dalia Daily Sentinel mingled with Warsaw patrons on Monday and Tuesday praising the paper. He notes marked improvement in the daily as it grows in popularity and deserves.
Friends are urged to see Capt. W. James and provide their subscription to the Evening Sentinel. Captain James devotes all efforts to advancing the Sentinel’s interests.
The message says C Sam W James is the city circulate the Sentinel and will provide good service. It asserts he understands his business and subscribers can rest assured of reliable delivery.
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