University Board Reports Urgent Needs and Growth
The Missouri State University board appointed by Governor Stephens examined the campus and urged immediate funding for library and laboratory facilities, a fire proof library building, multiple departmental buildings, a women’s dormitory, and a Rolla facility. Enrollment has risen 60 percent in two years to 1,300 in Columbia, with Missouri ranking sixth in U S university attendance.
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Library Convention Adjourns After Session At Missouri University
The State Library Convention in Columbia adjourned last night after meeting since Tuesday morning at Missouri University. The executive committee, including P. B. Wright of St. Joseph Senator Charles E Yeater of Sedalia and Gardiner Lathrop of Kansas City, presented the names of the fol-
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State Library
Missouri University
P. B. Wright
St. Joseph
Charles E. Yeater
Sedalia
Gardiner Lathrop
Kansas City
Salem School Christmas Program Attracts Salem Pupils
At the Salem school a Christmas tree will be given by teacher Luther Landis. Before gifts, a program features songs recitations dialogues and an eighth grade debate with Fred Beard Robert Sneed Willie Scott Iva Kellerman Myrtle Spaits Leta Brown. Closing song follows.
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Luther Landis
Fred Beard
Robert Sneed
Willie Scott
Iva Kellerman
Myrtle Spaits
Leta Brown
Bennett gets two years for bigamy in Warrensburg
The Knob Noster bigamy case against Thos Bennett ended with a guilty plea and a two year penitentiary sentence. His first wife stood by him as he was led from court, having married several times while running a hotel venture in Knob Noster. Ferris' Comedians bring a week of scenic melodrama to town with free ladies night and a Christmas matinee.
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J. W. Suddath
Ried
Santa Creates Spectacular Snow Storm Window Display
Santa Claus is featured in a lifelike snow scene at the J. D. Hail dry goods store front attracting crowds. Artist S. J. Twyman designed the display and has outdone himself, drawing oohs and aahs from shoppers and passersby.
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Ed Lyons Billiard Hall Reopens With Decorated Interior
Ed Lyons marks reopening after repaint and decoration with a Friday night opening. The Second Regiment orchestra will provide music and visitors will receive souvenirs as part of the launch.
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Ed Lyons
Second Regiment
Forest City braces for starch factory start up
Expected economic shift as the new starch factory opens in Forest City, with business activity and employment outlook set to tighten the local market.
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Forest City
Five Men Indicted for Murder in Pate Bain Fire
Dallas grand jury returns murder indictments against five men including Eugene Faulkner formerly of Warrensburg Missouri in the Pate Bain burning case. Washington committee decides to abolish the Missouri River Commission and allocate 300000 dollars for general river improvements.
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Economy Steam Heating elects officers
The Economy Steam Heating company met this morning and elected J. H. Babcock of Lockport New York as president and Charles R. Bishop of Lockport as secretary.
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Accident near Myrick halts traffic after collision with freight train
A Wednesday accident near Myrick involved Mr. James Stultz, who was driving toward Lexington and met a Missouri Pacific freight train. The crash interrupted travel as the team took prompt action at the scene to assess the damage and aid any injured.
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Missouri Pacific
Incident Leaves Stultz Hospitalized With Arm Broken
Fright caused a man to flee as he was knocked over. Mr. Stultz was thrown out and his arm broken between the elbow and wrist, an injury that will greatly inconvenience him.
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Sherman Comedy Company Presents Sapho at Opera House
The Sherman Comedy company performed East Lynne last night and will stage Sapho tonight. A dress pattern and a year's subscription to a daily paper will be given away at the 10 cent matinee, with a gold watch prize on Saturday matinee and night.
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Givens Seeks Trial Postponement Amid Friday Fears
Emanuel Givens and three others were arrested after a dispute. Maggie Britt pleaded guilty to disturbing the peace and was fined one dollar and costs. Frances Williams was dismissed. Givens asked to delay until Saturday but the court set no date. Ed Hodges faces trial on a concealed weapon charge. Frank James announces candidacy for House doorkeeper noting fire disruption and strong Missouri ties.
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Ed Hughes
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Turned the Prisoner Loose in Juarez Case and Rail Office Shakeup
El Paso reports W T Lewis a locomotive engineer from Springfield Missouri released from Juarez jail after four months. State Department influence led to release amid calls to change railroad accident law. Missouri Pacific considers abolishing or relocating the telegraph office with Col L F Sheldon likely retained.
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State fair inspection committee arrives to review institutions
Governor Stephens appoints a committee to inspect state institutions and visit the state fair grounds this afternoon. They will report to the legislature to help determine the appropriation size. Members include Senator B. M. Zevely of Lynn Missouri Representatives Peter H Huck and Frank Sickles of St Genevieve and Omar D Gray editor of the Sturgeon Leader.
Henry Brown Fined Five Dollars in Police Court
Henry Brown was fined five dollars in police court this morning for intoxication.
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W C T U to Convene at Rippey Home Tomorrow
The W C T U will meet at 3 o clock tomorrow afternoon at Mrs John Rippeys home on the southeast corner of Fourteenth and Washington streets. A fine program promoting the Crusade and Peace Days will be presented. Refreshments will be free.
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Remains of Mrs Edna M Kid en route for burial
The body of Mrs Edna M Kid was moved through town this morning from Pueblo Colorado to Tibbets Missouri for burial in a local cemetery.
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Edna M. Kidwell
Pueblo
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Tibbets, Mo
Railroad Officials Deny Katy Involvement in Santa Fe Car Switch Rumor
Parsons Kansas December 19. A rumor that Missouri Kansas and Texas brake men refused to switch Santa Fe cars due to an operators strike is false. Officials and trainmen say Katy railroad employees have no part in the dispute. Trains Superintendent O Herin of machiners is referenced.
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State Board of Agriculture and State Fair officers named
Proceedings at Columbia report new officers for both bodies after annual meeting. Colonel J R Rippey retires as secretary. W R Wilkinson named president. C P Cook vice president. Miss Snodon Willis assistant secretary. State Fair officers include J R Rippey secretary and G W McAninch treasurer with executive committees named.
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Schuyler County
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N. J. Coleman
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Sedalia
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J. A. Potts
Mexico
Alexander Maitland
Richland
Pension Granted to Farmer for Son's War Death
Robt. Shinn a farmer southwest of Lamonte receives a twelve dollar monthly pension for his son who died of fever in camp during the Spanish American War He served in Company I Second Regiment and was part of the war effort supporting the fight against Spain.
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Inspection of Company D Tonight at Liberty Park Hall
Major A. C. Landon and Lieutenants Stone and Goodnow of Clinton and Adjutant Goggeswell of Nevada arrive to inspect Company D tonight at Liberty Park hall followed by a dance.
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Recovered His Child After Kidnapping Demand
Omaha reports Eddie Cuda hay son of millionaire Cudahay was returned to his father by kidnappers in exchange for a $25,000 ransom.
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