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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1905
Page
1
A Kansas senator previously convicted of using influence for fraud gains political backing as supporters call for unity. The case centers on alleged misuse of power to secure benefits, with opponents demanding accountability.
The Supreme Court reversed the St Louis district court in favor of Senator Joseph R Burton granting a new trial. The ruling was five to four with Justices Harlan Brown McKenna Holmes Day concurring in the affirmation and Chief Justice Fuller Brewer White Peckham dissenting.
Representative Pettijohn orders immediate requisitions from state institutions as appropriations work advances. Hays of Putnam plans to reintroduce a chicken bill aimed at restraining chickens from running free. First pay for assembly members arrives today, cashed by local banks at 2 percent discount.
The forecast calls for fair conditions tonight and Tuesday with a gradual rise in temperatures. No precipitation is expected and winds will be light.
John Brant publisher of the Veedersburg News and barber Charles Eckburg were found dead in a barber shop where they balanced lodge books. Eckburg left letters confessing financial troubles and intent to kill Brant before killing himself. Coroner says Eckburg shot Brant then himself. Eckburg was Odd Fellows financial secretary. Brant pressed audit into alleged irregularities.
The American Automobile Association will hold its annual meeting in New York tonight. The major issue before the members is the incorporation of the organization.
An explosion last night killed two people and seriously injured four others. Authorities are investigating the cause and identifying the victims.
Gas explosion at Fashing's bakery in Garnett Kansas at midnight kills baker J. W. Fashing and farmer Wreak Johnson, injures four, and razes three buildings including Blum Morris butcher shop and Hunt's boarding house. Loss estimated at 31 000 dollars. cause uncertain as natural or sewer gas.
George Edwards Edwardes the English king of musical comedy arrives from London and will make his first public appearance in New York tonight for the premiere of his comic opera The Duchess of Dantzic.
Heidelback Ickelheimer & Co will ship bullion to Europe on Wednesday. The gold bar output from January 9 until today is estimated at about 1 million dollars.
New York Jan 16 dividend of 3 a share on the common stock of the New York Ontario and Western railroad, recently acquired by the New Haven company, was paid to stockholders today and the voting trust of the road was dissolved.
Judge Louis Hoffman of the circuit court is preparing the docket for the March term of court.
A Japanese statesman calls for a self asserted Monroe Doctrine style policy to assert control in the east. The public speech argues for establishing exclusive influence in East Asia as a sovereign regional safeguard.
The Tokyo speech by Count Okuma advises Japan to mirror the Monroe Doctrine asserting U S ascendancy. He argues if Japan defeats Russia it should compel all foreigners in East Asia to bow to Japanese will and seek leadership in China Korea and Siberia.
London reports a disputed claim that General Mistchenko’s cavalry was cut off by 8,000 Japanese from Sanlihoo via General Oku, while other dispatches describe it as a diversion. Chinese reports say Oyama has been in Yinkow since December drilling 50,000 troops and building armored transport, as Russia lists casualties since November.
A speculative note hints at how Smoot defeated the Combine two years ago and suggests the subject may uncover other intriguing facts. The piece reads as a brief historical tease about talent and past outcomes.
A Washington dispatch suggests appointing General Bristow to probe how senators are chosen and federal patronage interacts with Wall Street influence. The piece notes Bristow’s potential findings could spark nationwide interest, including implications for Smoot and the broader political landscape. A Baltimore meeting is also set to plan next month’s disaster recovery celebration.
A call for Bristow to investigate senatorial elections surfaces, with hints he could uncover a Wall Street federal connection. The suggested inquiry aims to reveal possible ties between financial interests and political outcomes.
London reports Mountain Copper company directors issued checks for a dividend of one pound per share on debenture stock. The firm signals California operations proceeding well with refined copper deliveries expected to exceed 10 000 tons this year to buyers.
The Kansas State Editorial association opened its annual gathering in Topeka with many famous editors present. Speakers include E. W. Howe of the Atchison Globe Capt. Henry King of the St Louis Globe Democrat Walter Williams and T B Murdock.
Washington January 13. The annual convention of the National Marine Engineers Benefit Association began today and will run until the organization’s business is settled. Local associations from across the United States are well represented.
Portland Oregon January 16 opening of the gates and exhibits of the Lewis and Clark exposition on Sundays has been decided.
Saginaw Michigan January 16 Kid Broad returns to the ring tonight to meet Fred Pendergast of this city in a ten round battle.
The sixteenth annual convention of the United Mine Workers opened today with leaders discussing labor goals and strategy. Delegates gathered to set priorities, elect officers, and review contract demands amid ongoing industry tensions.
The sixteenth annual United Mine Workers convention opens in Indianapolis with talk that John Mitchell may seek political life and sever ties to labor unions. Friends say he favors stepping back from active union work. officials expect re election for Vice President William Lewis and Secretary Treasurer W B Wilson.
In Kansas City on January 16 a jury was chosen to try J. M. Speyer, a circus performer, for murder. Speyer allegedly killed his boy while in police custody for a charge involving a girl, seeking to prevent testimony or spare the child from shame of arrest.
Chicago January meeting draws unusual interest as American League aims to curb clubs covering up players to block drafts or purchases. President Johnson pushes plan to restrict such moves, signaling a major issue at the session.
The Sedalia Sunday School Union gathered at 3 pm in First Baptist Church for a program led by Dr. G L Shepherd on The Adult Class Its Importance to the Sunday School and the Church. An open discussion followed with strong interest. Elected for the year were President R C Stanley, Vice President Dr G L Shepherd, Secretary Chas A Dixon, and Treasurer R F Harris.
Chairman Hepburn and his committee opened a hearing on the Hearst interstate commerce rate regulation bill. William Randolph Hearst appeared with a legal retinue and a large file of documents to press for passage.
Senator Gal linger received a delegation of prominent business men who called to discuss modifying the smoke law of the District of Columbia. They say the current law cannot be enforced and urge a review to determine possible amendments.
The county court awarded dramshop licenses today to H. V. Leist Wm Hailer Peter Pehl P E Sullivan Dan T Clifford W J Riley Eugene Hugenschmidt Boutelle Graham Charles Harris Tim Dunnigan and Murphy Leonartz.
Secretary Metcalfe and the steamer inspector hear the proprietors’ side as boat owners present their case.
Secretary Metcalfe and the board of supervising inspectors will hear representations from steamboat interests on new regulations for the steamboat service. While companies largely back the safety provisions, leaders like Thomas Clyde oppose tying crew size to vessel tonnage and urge crew rules based on horsepower or only for new builds.
Fire on the upper floor of the city hall damaged the elevator shaft and caused panic. Judges Dunne and Chytraus adjourned court sessions and fled to the street while clerks evacuated and moved numerous records to safety.
The Sedalia Republican Flambeau club aims to travel to Washington D C on March 4 for President Roosevelt's inauguration. Eighty members will attend, led by Capt John M Glenn with a full drum corps under Har vey Hale. Special cars will carry the Missouri delegation with all expenses paid if plans progress.
The Ministerial Alliance held its weekly meeting this morning with Dr. Lowe of George R. Smith College delivering a paper titled Miracles and Modern Thought. A spirited discussion followed and next week the group will discuss the importance of a Y M C A for Sedalia.
George James will take the night clerk’s desk at the Elks hotel succeeding John Meyers who resigned.
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