14 Apr 1902
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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1902
Page
1
A condensed critique on tariff reformers and Democratic primaries as seen in Bryan era discourse. It notes Evans conversion to the proverb that every knock is a boost and Rhodes dream of Empire as a nightmare. Altgeld’s legacy is praised beyond wealth. Funston notes Roosevelt endorsement of a Lotus club speech amid sharp rebuke of the president.
Pennsylvania Republicans discuss possible can dates for governor as Mr. Quay nominates the candidate for the main party ticket.
A call to attend Democratic primaries to ensure only loyal Democrats are involved. The piece notes newspapers printing a statement about the steel trust earnings and comments on language limitations in expressing such concerns.
The New York World favors an income tax while Mr Hill opposes it, yet both dislike the Kansas City platform enough to collaborate against it. They set aside differences to oppose common political goals and pursue a shared reform agenda.
The piece questions a reported British military camp near New Orleans and notes a sharp reference to General Andrew Jackson’s era, suggesting the claim would be unlikely under his presidency.
The Democrats of Ohio commend the Columbus Press for its daily paper, which upholds and defends Democratic principles with fearless and vigorous reporting.
A political columnist argues that while a few thousand can be persuaded, six million voters are harder to win over. The piece stresses candor about the challenges in moving a large electorate toward consensus and cohesion.
The governor reacts to rumors of a British military presence near New Orleans while noting the distance from Washington to New Orleans. The exchange underscores strategic concerns and broader security tensions.
A Philadelphia Ledger claim on small war vessels for the Philippines prompts debate over Democratic fidelity. The piece notes contrasting views within the party as Mr Root proclaims the Philippine trouble settled and a general supports ongoing actions.
A column discusses unity amid Philippine issues and debates property rights for taxpayers. It cites Mr Morgan on management by property owners and questions potential harm to non taxpayers. It also notes gold advocates and the silver question, plus a Tallahassee man selling historic letters from Jackson and Van Buren. Representative Babcock shifts tariff debate.
Morgan argues that railroad owners may set freight charges freely and labels protests as attacks on vested rights. He clarifies the issue between railroad managers and the public, explaining his interpretation of community of interests.
Senator John W. Daniels writes a constituent he favors direct vote for U S Senators and will vote for the resolving measure in the Senate. The Commoner joins the favorable cause, as Daniels, a firm believer in popular government, would be expected to support direct election.
A district convention of the Woodmen of America will convene in Nevada on Friday April 18 with lecturers officials and prominent representatives in attendance to discuss a proposed readjustment of rates. An animated meeting and large turnout are anticipated.
St. Joseph Mo April 13 The Kansas City live stock commission men in a stubborn contest with the stock yards company threaten a boycott to win lower charges. They will divert all business to South St. Joseph and the decision reached tonight was relayed to the State yards people. Agents of the Kansas City exchange will arrive tomorrow to handle diverted livestock receipts.
The article notes the Sunday issue contains 770 inches of advertising and a large mix of local and general reading matter, highlighting substantial content and choices for readers.
Captain E. W. Stevens, Sedalia’s famed horseman and former mayor, returns from New Orleans with fine Missouri horses. Horses bought in Pettis County sold for 250, 220, 365, 305, 275, and 350 dollars. He notes wealthy New Orleans buyers keep large stables and that Missouri horses rank with Kentucky.
An Eastern trade publication Brains argues advertising must relentlessly imprint name, location, and business in customers' minds to guide actions. It asserts newspapers remain vital friends, aiding community growth and bearing epitaphs when papers die.
The list presents Sedalia High School essayists and their subjects for commencement. Names include Will Annon Stanley Battersby Leonard Bouldin Edna Burrows Robert Baldwin Lettie Bratton Anna Bowers Grace Brown Fletcher Carter Jeans Clark Dora Clapton Martha Cousley Zetta Cocking Merza Daniel Will Dixon Walter Ducker Julia Gibbs Susie Green Mana Hall Blanche Harris and others with topics ranging from The Emancipator to Women's Revolution and National Characteristics.
From Kansas City a Republican speaker taunts Democrats over Reed’s mayoral victory. The piece notes Reed’s win despite money talk and mocks bankers and Wall Street over currency reform. It also critiques Washington clerks and British courtiers for condolence rituals after McKinley’s assassination.
Rev. Franiken spoke at Cumberland Presbyterian church with two large audiences for morning and evening services. The revival runs nightly all week with daily 3 to 4 pm prayer meetings at multiple locations led by local ministers. Afternoon 4 30 youth services are planned at the church with Rev Flaniken officiating.
John D. Rockefeller, famed American tycoon and one of the world's wealthiest men, suffers rapid hair loss from alopecia. The condition began six months ago and has left him without hair on his face or head, though he has not lost any money.
A compact print advertisement touts Dow Drug Company as the quick source for the right medicines with two phone numbers, 259.
Promoter J B Quigley organizes a new company to supply suburb water services and has floated bonds totaling $1,000,000 with leading St Louis business men taking stock. Construction aims to start immediately and finish by the World’s Fair. Quigley rejected an exclusive street railway and water privileges deal offering $57,000 to cover bonded indebtedness.
Rev. T. De Witt Talmage died at his Washington home after a long illness marked by brain congestion and catarrhal complications officials report. A legendary preacher born in New Jersey and educated for law he rose to fame in New York and later Brooklyn where his dramatic sermons and eccentric theatrics drew vast crowds and occasional controversy.
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