18 Feb 1902
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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1902
Page
1
The State fair board convenes for an afternoon and evening session to finalize the grand stand, race track, and tree planting plans. They will set a date for the next fair, discuss offices reopening year round, and appoint superintendents.
The Jefferson City Tribune reports the burial of Mrs. Walter Knaus today. She was the mother of four children, who with their father are mentioned in the obituary narrative.
A long time resident of this city and formerly of Otterville, the deceased was 49 years old at the time of death. She was a devoted wife, a dutiful and loving mother, and cherished by a host of friends in both cities.
A Missouri Pacific west bound freight passed Sedalia at 8 this morning carrying four cars of Anheuser Busch beer billed for the Philippines.
Mrs. E. A. Cook of Shawnee Oklahoma, a quarter blood Osage and Kansas State Normal graduate, has announced the death of her uncle in Luzon Philippines, leaving her an inheritance of $100,000.
Forecast calls for rain or snow tonight and Wednesday with warmer temperatures tonight. Temperatures are expected to rise gradually after the precipitation moves through.
George A Bennett, an agent, pays a visit to Sedalia as plans to establish a new hive out of this city proceed. Officials announce an examination for carriers will be held here Thursday to map the 125 miles of proposed rural delivery routes.
Democrats of Sedalia's fourth ward plan to elect a successor to Lee Lovinger with proxy questions prompting scrutiny of W D Steele's eligibility. The group inspected rural free delivery routes, driving several proposed paths and referencing twenty applications for routes out of Sedalia. Alger Fast shows signs of improvement from rheumatism. Birth announced for Hart couple’s son in Warsaw. Rev Cobb conducts revival at Dresden M E Church South.
A funeral for a native of Ohio was held at Dresden at 11 o'clock Tuesday forenoon. The notice also mentions an upcoming cantata The Persian Garden by Liza Lehlann to be performed soon under the Ladies Musical club, with four voices and specific named performers.
A 1895 letter notes Sherman Perry now in Indianapolis connected with the Empire Theatre. He expresses desire to be in Sedalia again while mentioning his wife R. P. Hood and correspondence with Joe.
Sedalia Business Men's club met at W L Porter's office to back Sedalia as the new headquarters site for the Grand Lodge of the Ancient Order of United Workmen. Proposals include four rooms rent free and 2 percent on daily balances paid by Sedalia banks. The grand lodge session in St Louis includes about 500 delegates and 422 lodges.
Major Robert J. Williams a Ray County pioneer died at his home four miles west of Richmond on Sunday night. Born October 23 1825 in Prince Edward County Virginia he moved to Ray County in 1836. He was a Mexican War veteran and also served in the Confederate army.
Bard's drug store offers a complete line of corn razors for relief from corns. The display item highlights practical solutions for foot care and comfort.
The president has nominated John Gilbreath for postmaster of Appleton City. He is the proposed appointee awaiting approval and formal designation by the appropriate authorities.
Pleasant coldicine Coldicure advertised as a cure for any cough at Bard's drug store.
Mrs William Cloney will be hostess to the members of the West Broadway club Wednesday afternoon.
Miss Jane Ware presented a prepared paper on The Lake Poets at a Sorosis Monday session. A general discussion followed. The Ladies' Musical club plans its third Beethoven program at the Wednesday morning meeting with Miss Beulah Harris in charge.
Mrs. Harvey MacGugin hosts the High Five club Thursday afternoon at the West Broadway home of Mrs. J W Menefee with members in attendance.
Tonight the Harry Shannon company presents The Opera Singer a dramatic gem in four acts Ada Lorene Shannon stars in the title role wearing expensive gowns Little Hazel and Harry Shannon perform a costumed cake walk with clever artistry Electrical effects enhance the show ViVigraph illustrated songs and vaudeville specialty acts headline the program Tomorrow night Two Little Rogues provide comedy Matinee Saturday
Gladys Meyers daughter of Mr and Mrs W H Meyers of West Seventh street has issued invitations for her birthday anniversary celebration planned for Saturday February 22.
Willie Nolan and another Black boy quarreled at the union depot last night. Nolan used a poker on his opponent's head with notable effect. No arrests reported.
J H Churchill reported a mule valued at one hundred dollars missing overnight and found dead at dawn after the animal was fine when he retired. No cause is given for the death.
A St Louis correspondent urges J B Roe of Sedalia to contact towns such as Chillicothe Trenton Macon Kirksville Fulton Columbia Gallatin Carthage Joplin about organizing baseball clubs. The writer suggests newspaper agitation may spark interest and asks Roe to consult Bob Rose for further guidance. He requests a reply on whether the proposed organization will proceed.
Mr. Thce Meyer and Miss Anna R Brill announce their upcoming marriage next week in Denver Colorado. Both formerly resided in Sedalia where they have many friends.
Perry Cessna made a business trip to Warrensburg today during a stop in the region. The visit follows his earlier activities and ties to Longan's Sedalia Steam Laundry.
A compact item highlights Bard's Drug Store offering extensive manicure and toilet products. Brand emphasis on personal care items signals a focus on beauty and hygiene supplies in the local shop.
The Rev. Henry B. Jefferson of Fremont Nebraska, rector of St. [illegible], forced to resign after kissing several young unmarried ladies in his congregation. The scandal prompted district church leaders to request his removal from duty.
Charles Brown an unmarried 28 year old man died Monday morning at his West home from consumption. The brief notice records his age his status as an unmarried man and the place of death as West.
Frank Weikal of Lamonte transacted business today at Bard's drug store purchasing an elegant line of manicure scissors.
Hugh Coyle of Chicago announces a mammoth five in one amusement scheme to rival circuses. Backed by W S Cleveland the venture plans water proof tents with a central 250 foot tent and five big features including vaudeville minstrel and moving pictures. A single 50 cent ticket admits to all with seats extra, show daily from 1 pm to 11 pm.
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