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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1901
Page
8
Sedalia Chapter No. 18 R. A. M. will hold a special conclave Wednesday December 4 1901 at 730 PM for work in the M E M Degree Visiting companions are invited J P GASS H P Attest J H MARA Secretary
Members are urged to be present at an important meeting at the I O O F hall tonight. Joseph Paradis serves as President and Anna Prentice as Recorder. The notice emphasizes attendance for the group.
In Pettis county citizens are urged to join the annual rabbit hunt for the poor of St. Louis and Sedalia on December 19. Organize locally and report participant numbers. The appeal emphasizes aiding the needy and reducing a pest, signed J. W. Ferrell of Lamonte, Missouri.
Loppie Doyle was fined five dollars for drunkenness and twenty five dollars for resisting an officer in police court this morning. Unable to pay, he went to the calaboose after the arrest.
J M Cain of Yeater's Old Stand proclaims Liberty Bell flour from New Lebanon Roller Mills uses top Cooper county wheat. He claims it yields superior light bread, with low grade removed, and warrants every sack. Contact 112 14 West Main.
M. H. H. Co offers a large direct-from-manufacturer line of carvers, tables and pocket cutlery plus Rogers Bros plated ware at very low prices.
Nicely furnished front room available for rent with board. Terms reasonable. Located at 514 West Sixth Street with contact 431.
Threatening tonight and Thursday with possible showers or snow flurries in the west portion and warmer conditions expected on Thursday.
A freight engine derailed and a passenger train struck the wreck, causing disruption and investigations. Emergency crews responded to the incident with reports noting damage to rolling stock and possible injuries under assessment. Officials outlined safety inspections and rail service delays as focus in the aftermath.
No one was hurt when a mix up in the switchyard caused a near derailment. The crew jumped to safety, sparing lives as investigators began review of railroad operations and incident reports.
A freight wreck near Mandeville six miles north of Texarkana caused by an expanding rail destroyed the engine and two cars. Hours later a southbound passenger train struck the wreck, overturning its engine and express coaches. The engineer, fireman, and crew escaped by jumping clear.
In district court at Austin on December 4 the state of Texas failed to collect $150,000 penalties from the International and Great Northern railway over rear brakemen. N A Stedman argued the rear brakeman rule is obsolete with the air brake. The court ruled for the railway company.
The officers indicate several non commissioned officers will receive promotions soon and drill prizes will be awarded around Christmas, signaling year end recognition and morale efforts.
The case from Pettis county circuit court involving title to a Northern Pettis county farm was appealed to the Kansas City supreme court. The supreme court reversed the circuit court decision and remanded the case.
A fragment notes the beautiful fell briefly and forecasts falling weather. Forecasts warn of a fierce storm targeting the East and Northeast with strong winds and possible rain. The brief item reads like a local weather snippet without specifics.
Advertises a wide range of firearms available for rent or sale. Claims best quality munition and greatest variety from M H H Company.
Police report multiple residents in Otterville experiencing meat thefts from unsafely stored supplies. No suspects named and no injuries reported as investigators review nearby properties.
A concert of fine numbers was performed at Trinity English Lutheran church Tuesday night showcasing strong performances by the ensemble and soloists.
J S Haggard of Sweet Springs and Julia Mayse of Hughesville obtain marriage licenses. Also listed are Jacob Sanders of Manila and Cora Bowers of Manila.
The infant child of Mr and Mrs W S Thomas residing at 106 East Pacific Street died last night in their home.
Monroe Denny crusher laborer Chickie Chockie. W. S. Oldham freight conductor Coal Gate. J. R. Watkins fence gang Ringcade Sam Cantrell coal heaver Temple. Frank Grant section laborer Smithville. Henry Gray extra gang Greenville SS. Bridgewater brakeman Smithville. Emmett Gaw extra gang Green Ridge.
Officer Billy Drake yesterday arrested a man wanted at Nelson Missouri for carrying concealed weapons. The suspect is described as a Black male.
The Federation of Labor will convene its regular meeting tonight to discuss union matters and upcoming activities. Members are urged to attend and participate in the session.
While shopping, visitors are invited to inspect a large line of Buck's Ranges cook stoves and heaters at P Hoffman's store. The proprietor offers guidance through the display regardless of purchase intent.
Conductor J M Patterson reduces runs. Extra engineer J C Rhoades is seriously ill. Switchman Tom Ryan lays off with a sprained ankle. Dining cars not ready until the new year. cafe cars expected from Pullman works soon for Western lines. Superintendent D Hardy and Roadmaster Brandt inspect the river route and will report to President Gould.
A dealer advertises a vast, up to date selection of the finest carvers and cutlery. The message urges customers to inspect the extensive line before purchasing, implying better value at the Hoffmann shop.
Mrs. C. D. Brown reports a letter from sister Mrs. J. A. Biddie of Jonesboro Ark stating two children are very ill with malarial fever. Mr. Biddie has just recovered and Mrs. Brown recently visited him. Mrs. Brown's mother Mrs. N. A. Porter is there and is threatened with the disease and will return to Sedalia.
An old advertisement touts coal prices with $2.75 per ton as a value deal versus $3.00 at other yards. It mentions a $3.00 grade called real Hot Stull worth $4.00 and notes a Bell address in Missouri and Moniteau avenues with an old elevator office.
Jacob Sanders wed Miss Cora Bowers of Manila this afternoon in a ceremony performed by Justice Kinsey.
Company D of the Second Regiment N G M elected Sergt William E Grimm as second lieutenant to replace Lieut J K Tuttle who resigned. Sergt Buckley's squad won the annual contest and will be banqueted.
Sedalia and Kansas City brief notice states that from November 18 to 25 1901 round trip tickets will be sold to Kansas City for one fare for the round trip, with ticket limits valid through November 21.
First class tickets available from St. Louis office for trips September 19 to 27 with liberal stop overs and route flexibility. Return by November 15. October 6 to 12 sale good through October 14 for return. Kansas City to and from prices listed with October sale window October 18 to 26 and return by October 28.
One fare plus 2.00, round trip from Kansas Indian Territory Oklahoma and Texas points. Chicago round trip 18.80, available December 2 3 and 4, good to return December 8. Telephone number 257 for inquiries. Tours on first and third Tuesdays each month.
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