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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1902
Page
8
Report says a 150 ton Katy engine near the Mississippi will not cross either bridge. A scow may ferry it to the Missouri side for use in Texas. A Sedalia crossing is anticipated soon per a Katy official.
The Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen and Missouri Kansas Texas officials agreed on yard service terms for the Katy system. Helpers gain 3 cents more per hour and firemen 4 cents. the pact lasts until one party gives 30 days notice. Signed by J. R. Williamson and U. S. Lee. delay noted due to illness of Assistant General Manager Hammond.
Missouri Kansas and Texas officials and friends celebrate the arrival of the Katy first train over the Dallas Cleburne and Southwestern road leased by the Katy. Four trains a day are planned on the new line.
Engineer Mike Maroney of the Katy is laid off to attend his niece's funeral. John Bour of the Katy is on the sick list and laid off. Ed S Littell of Parsons Kansas visits to instruct Katy engineers on electric headlights. An extra gang lays new rails on the Katy turntable today. Ed Rosson of the Pacific reports for work. Fireman Alcorn of the Pacific is on duty again.
A concise note highlights a cigar that pleases to be and stands out at Dow's with its distinct aroma and balanced blend.
Governor Savage pardons Daisy Lawrence of Norfolk whose father serves a three year term for embezzlement. The pardon follows a heartfelt letter from the 10 year old girl and arrives as a Christmas gift.
The Ministers Alliance met this morning and deferred two papers by Rev. Simpson and Rev. Clippinger. Mrs Zetmer of Dallas has been invited to conduct evangelistic services starting the first Monday in January replacing the weekly prayer meetings.
Hill's Business College was compelled to dismiss school this morning due to a break in the heating apparatus. The disruption interrupted classes and prompted early dismissal for students and staff.
In police court three Osawatomie boys Roy Middleton Larry Kelly and Ed Kelly were arraigned on vagrancy charges. Judge Truxel gave them a lecture and sent them home. Dan Kane’s case for late hours was dismissed as he proved a quiet citizen with business at 2 30 am. Kane’s box car theft case was continued with the man insisting on innocence while officers remain doubtful.
Little Herbert Spangle aged three, son of Mr and Mrs Spangle, died yesterday at Franklin Junction after two weeks illness from pneumonia and whooping cough. His father is a Katy fireman. the family recently moved from the local area eight years ago. Mrs Spangle is sister of Mrs Mike Maroney who went to Franklin Junction last night. The child’s body arrives tomorrow morning at 8 30 and will be buried here. Funeral arrangements not announced.
Miss Lucy Dobel will wed J J Cox at St Patrick's church with Fr Daniel Healy officiating. Bride’s maid Gertrude Brandt and groomsman Lonnie Dobel attend. After a West trip, they return January 15 to 328 North Engineer Street Sedalia. Best wishes from the Sentinel.
George Bapple, about 35, a former Seda Lian resident and member of Franker and Rapple carriage works, died suddenly in St Louis from possible heart failure. He left Seda with plans to visit family. survived by his sister Mrs Charles McVey and three siblings, body to be shipped to Sedalia for burial.
Lodge, Staley and Bostion at 118 120 Fast Third street received a special invoice of parlor rockers for the holiday trade. The stock includes up to date ideas in household and office furniture.
The Kinzie family of 725 East Fourth Street will hold a Christmas reunion with all sons and daughters attending. Mrs. W. W. Carey and her children from Coffeyville Kansas and Mrs. M. Donnelly and daughter from Parsons Kansas have arrived. The absent daughter Mrs. W. M. Calkins of Parsons is expected to attend.
A special invoice details fine cigars planned for the holiday trade at McGowan's shop. It lists premium brands and quantities prepared for seasonal sales.
An aged advertisement touts Ball Blue color product as the best salt blue. A large 2 oz. package is offered for five cents.
An old advertisement from W. E. Bard Drug Company touts Rocky Mountain Tea as the choice of the sensible girl, contrasting pretty and handsome imagery with a practical benefit. The copy frames tea as a wise selection for women.
A promotion offers a $150 phonograph free at Meyers 512 Ohio, inviting customers to visit the store and claim the deal while supplies last.
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