28 Aug 1901
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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1901
Page
1
A Missouri news item reports the murder of Miss Mary Henderson near Warrensburg after a brutal assault by a Black man named Will Francis. A large citizen posse searches Johnson County, with reports of Francis at large, his description, and intensified manhunt as neighbors vow severe action if caught.
Rumors describe officers patrolling Sedalia Holden and nearby towns. Bloodhounds were requested from Sedalia but unavailable. Authorities warn the fugitive may be lynched if found near Warrensburg or anywhere in Johnson County, threatening Missouri’s name.
Cohen and Zuzak present themselves as purchasers of Holcomb's entire stock in this city at half price. They claim to be preparing the goods and will soon unveil an opening sale of unprecedented bargains. They pledge to please and save customers money.
The Rev. F L Cook, pastor of East Broadway Christian church, celebrated his 36th birthday with a surprise party at his home. About fifty friends attended, presenting gifts including a purse with $20. The gathering was warmly received and the evening enjoyed by all.
Chilcoat swore warrants for George and Charles Savage after claiming they shot at him with loaded guns and fled into Flat Creek woods. He says the brothers beat their mother and threatened further harm. Police search and conflicting family details follow as prosecutors pursue the case.
A man described as dirty looking was fined $1 and costs by Judge Rogers. Friends paid the fine and will seek to sober and clean him up before sending him from town.
Pat Hayes was fined three dollars in police court for intoxication. He was granted a stay of execution to leave the town.
Willie Roach, released on promise of good behavior, assaulted Frank Meyers yesterday afternoon with brass knuckles, cutting him across the bridge of the nose during the incident.
In Judge Rogers court Mary MacDaniels pleaded guilty to petit larceny and was sent to jail for ten days. Bettie Lacy and Posie Payne cases were continued to August 30 with Israel Grimes, the complainant, out of town but to be brought back for testimony.
Ad claims Dr Ford’s Headache Capsules cure any headache in twenty minutes at a price of ten cents. Distributed by W E Bard Drug Co.
Simmons boy reports discovering counterfeit money in a dried up pond bed in the McVey pasture. He found 13.50 in silver coins described as a good counterfeit of United States currency. Officers investigate with Constable Robb noting similar coins in town may aid arrests.
National league ball games were played Tuesday with results from Pittsburg St Louis Brooklyn Boston Philadelphia New York Chicago Cincinnati. The scattered report notes second games and unclear scores, with several teams listed but few definitive outcomes.
Manager Wood announces a themed afternoon and evening next Saturday for Holden Bros to stage The Denver Express a melodrama noted for its elaborately designed scenery new mechanical effects and a cast selected for fit portrayals A strong comedy thread and numerous specialties are woven into the plot without harming the action
Fine line of new society stationery in assorted tints offers the latest swellest novelties. See our new silk paper in tablet form. Dow Drug company Sec ond and Ohio.
Mrs. Clarence Terry of Lamonte will host a Friday evening reception at her Lamonte home for her guests Miss Nellie Fellers and Miss Mary Coon of Kansas City.
Cash buyers are urged to visit CAM BROS Spot Cash Grocers at 144 West Main each morning to learn what B B B P means. Both phones listed as 151.
Ten Kirksville Elks departed for Chillicothe and telegrammed Galt for supper for ten. On arrival in Galt they found seven bales of hay and a plentiful supply of oats awaiting them, creating an unexpected welcome.
Secretary J. R. Rippey of the State fair is too ill to leave his room and may be confined for several days after a period of indisposition.
Local laundry advertises steam cleaning services in Sedalia. The notice promotes garment care and quick turnaround for customers seeking reliable cleaning.
Mrs Dora Werner received a surprise Tuesday afternoon at her home 906 South Kentucky coordinated by the Ladies Aid society of the German Evangelical church.
W. B. Miller of this city is notified that jack has been found in paying quantities on a Marion county farm in Arkansas, owned by him and his brothers.
James Conners of Hughesville followed two respectable girls on East Third street Tuesday night causing fear. He was arrested by Merchant Policeman T. G. Price. This morning Conners remained in custody as a disreputable figure.
Fred Robinson departs tonight for Kansas City Fort Scott Kas Joplin Nevada and intermediate points to promote the Elks street fair. Sam Rosse sails to St Louis returning via the M K and E advertising the fair. Headline notes a 19c price and another 10c listing.
State officials plan a two day visit for the World’s Fair in Sedalia with September 11 set as a holiday to allow all residents to attend. The event aims to be a major fair day as Norman J. Coleman reports ex Governor Francis supports the plan and will attend with fifty fair commission members. A special car will bring the commission Tuesday night and officials expect Governor Dockery and other leaders to stay through Thursday.
Missouri Pacific will run special excursion trains from Jefferson City and Nevada during State fair week with fares of $1.00 and $1.50 respectively. Katy plans 30,000 posters for advertising. A free information bureau will open Tuesday morning in the former Dexter’s book store room to assist with fair accommodations.
Secretary Rippey confined by illness works from his room. He receives mail dictates letters and gets full progress reports. He expects to be out by early next week.
County farmers hail the State fair board action rescinding the rule that charged fifty cents per vehicle for entrance to the fairgrounds.
M D Tuch broker announces new office at 124 West Third Street offering stocks grain and provisions with direct wires to Chicago Board of Trade and New York Stock Exchange. Correspondent Cella Commission Co St Louis references Third National Bank Sedalia American National Bank Ft Smith Ark. Bell phone 101 Q C phone 200.
Laundry service advertising promises customers they will receive value for their payment at Sedalia Steam Laundry.
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