Storm King Enthroned Brings Sudden Weather Change
F. South reports a rapid shift in weather sweeping the South and Southwest with strong effects felt across the region as storms intensify.
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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1906
Page
1
F. South reports a rapid shift in weather sweeping the South and Southwest with strong effects felt across the region as storms intensify.
Cattle are dying in North Texas as a heavy snow storm spans the plains. Snow drifts reach feet in Indian Territory and a tornado at Shreveport leaves at least one white woman dead. Telecommunication is crippled as bitter cold expands from Texas to the Ohio Valley. Funeral services for a deceased Mason member include floral tributes and hymns.
A Black individual was found deceased today in unclear circumstances. Police are investigating and have not released identifying details or a cause of death. Local officials ask anyone with information to come forward.
The body of Will Payne a young colored man from Sedalia was found by Missouri Pacific workers about 1.25 miles west of Smithton beside the railroad. Coroner Titsworth opened an inquiry at Smithton to determine if he fell or was struck by a train. Remains expected to be brought to town for burial.
The funeral of John McCurdy was held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the First Baptist church. Relatives and friends gathered in large numbers to pay their last respects.
Second Assistant Postmaster General Shallenberger was officially advised by Katy that the new fast mail train from Parsons to the south will begin service February 1.
J. West Goodwin and partners travel from Muscogee to San Antonio and El Paso. A Mrs. Williamson dies on a crowded train in South McAlester from heart failure. The group meets Missouri locals, observes politics, visits a San Antonio brewery, and notes a Missouri society in Texas. The report includes a wedding, a Missouri banker on crutches, and plans to depart for El Paso.
Two 16 year old boys who rode in on a late Kansas City train were detained by the Sedalia police. They told Chief Love they aim to reach Cape Girardeau Missouri after visiting Sweet Springs and Kansas City workers. One claimed name Harry Newell the other Harry Robinson. They said fathers would fetch the youths. one father was a coal dealer, the other a school principal.
Chicago reports a violent 24 hour period with Walter Carraitic a saloon keeper shot by masked robbers. Terrence McGuire a bartender found dead with head injuries. Bertha Cook 17 killed by an unknown shooter. a woman driven to mental collapse. two men fatally wounded. plus numerous hold ups assaults and burglaries. Police are reportedly unable to find clues.
In the court of Justice N. H. Rogers this afternoon Ben Stewart and Eva Shimault, both described as colored, face trial on a charge of petit larceny for allegedly stealing a quantity of coal and other goods from Will Menefee, a grocer.
Archie H. Carris of Sedalia and Beatrice Sims of Windsor apply for marriage. John Howe of Sedalia and Polly Ann Bryant of Sedalia also seek a marriage permit.
An obituary notes the death of Henry Lower Vinday. Details on his age, family, and service are not provided in the fragment.
Henry Lower aged 73 longtime Pettis county resident and Longwood farmer died Sunday noon at his home near Longwood due to dropsy. Born in Germany January 1 1833 he moved to America as a child, lived in Kentucky before settling in Longwood Missouri. Survived by wife Susan Hansrough and four children Leslie George Mattie and Mrs George Weod along with many siblings. Funeral held this afternoon at Longwood Presbyterian Church conducted by Rev Dudley M Clagett with interment in Longwood cemetery.
Daytona event opens with thousands watching top international cars. Foreign entries dominate with 250 and 200 horsepower machines, including Vanderbuilt and Fiat, as drivers like Sartori and Hemery compete amid safety measures and high-speed anticipation.
The Ministerial Alliance met this morning to arrange a Wednesday lecture by Rev. Eaton on Good Citizenship and to dispose of routine work. Due to small attendance, no major matters were acted upon.
A restaurant report describes a person referred to as a husband who is actually a woman. The incident notes identity confusion in a dining setting, with limited details available for context.
Kansas City January 22. A man named Joseph Whitman was arrested on vagrancy charges after marrying a waitress at Cornell's restaurant. The supposed groom turned out to be Pauline Webster 21 from Grain Springs South Carolina who had worn male attire while traveling with an opera troupe. Authorities expect the charge may be dropped.
In police court Magistrate Truxel fined Arthur Booker and Moses Zompier 25 dollars each for vagrancy and ordered them to leave the city. George Mitchell and Jacob Bender were fined 10 dollars on intoxication charges and given a stay of execution to depart the city.
Adolphus Busch and Dr. Enos Sanders donate funds to Se Dalia Entertainment supporting its upcoming program. Their contributions bolster local arts initiatives and community shows.
A sudden cold wave drops 60 degrees from Sunday morning to Tuesday morning, with 12 degrees above zero at 5 am. Friday and Saturday’s warmth preceded the plunge. Snow drifts along Missouri Pacific and Katy lines hinder rail traffic. plows may be needed if snow continues.
Mrs J Waldman hosted about thirty guests at 320 West Fourth Street Sunday night in celebration of her nephew Harry Yanow and his bride and in honor of Mr and Mrs Lawrence Laupheimer recently wed. Progressive whist winner prizes went to Miss Carrie Bohman and Mrs Arthur Kahn. Refreshments included oyster patties olives ice cream and cake for all guests.
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