Democratic National Convention Opens in Heat Amid Williams Speech
The Democratic National Convention convened at 12:06 with John Sharp Williams named temporary chairman after a lengthy session. Delegates from Pennsylvania led applause, Tammany Hall factions caused disruptions, and Williams delivered a two hour speech urging Democratic reform, criticizing Republicans and praising past achievements.
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Chicago
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Flooded Kansas Towns Hit by Record Rains
Kansas City reports sections of the state flooded as heavy rains swell the Neosho river at Iola and Chanute. Oil fields submerged and Salina sustains damage to shocked wheat from three inches of rain and high winds. Gypsum City and Smithville near flood records. showers and cooler air expected.
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Heard Sought and Selected for Missouri Platform Roles
Missouri delegation names W. A. Rothwell as national committeeman and elects G overnor Dockery as chair. John T. Heard joins the resolutions committee while David A. Ball and R. B. Oliver join credentials and rules. The caucus also names Bresnahan and Hawes to notify nominees and hints at internal factional alignment with Bryan supporters.
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Sedalia
Stone
Missouri
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Cockrell
Japs Lose Three Ships At Port Arthur Torpedo Attack
Port Arthur report says Japanese torpedo boats attacked the harbor. Three of four intruders were sunk while the Russian ships remained at anchor. A Liao Yang dispatch notes General Oku's army retiring and concentrating near Port Arthur.
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No Strike Declared Among State Fair Bricklayers
Some bricklayers at the State Fair barns quit yesterday amid rumors of a strike. Contractor Johnson said the trouble was limited to a few men, specifically the local tramp bricklayers, and that the rest remain at work.
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Revivals End As Munhall Pugh Services Close
City churches concluded the Munhall Pugh revival as rain and weather cut attendance. About 200 professed a conversion or hope, cards signed for church membership. Critics questioned Dr. Munhall's style though his biblical exegesis earned high regard. Prof O T Pugh led the music with popular solos including The Holy City and The Man of Galilee.
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Pattern Hats at five dollars for summer styles
Hats priced at five dollars introduce summer styles described as charming and refreshing. The message urges customers to buy now, avoiding higher future prices, and invites in-store viewing and purchasing before prices rise.
Missouri State Fair Board Sets Old Settlers and Political Days
Missouri State fair board held a session in Sedalia led by Secretary J R Rippey and set aside August 16 for Old Settlers and Sedalia days. The board announced three days of events with Republican and Democrat days and named W B Carpenter of Clinton as assistant marshal.
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Jnc. W. Hill
Chillicothe
A. T. Nelson
Lebanon
Alexander Maitland
Richmond
H. F. Hand
Taberville
F. C. Hayman
Houstonia
J. R. Rippey
Sedalia
Old Settlers
Norman J. Colman
John T. Heard
W. B. Carpenter
Clinton, Mo
Hail and Kibby Dry Goods Co. in Sedalia
Notice from Sedalia dated July 5 announces Hail and Kibby Dry Goods Company. The short item records a local business notice with no further details.
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Hail & Kibby Dry Goods Co
White Baby Dresses Deeply Discounted From $2.25 to $3.50
Lots of white baby dresses for ages 1 to 14 years offered at $2.25 and $1.50 with many bargains. Frumpings from handling reduced prices. most items worth $2 up to $3.50. A few one or two of a kind long waisted French style dresses with fluffy fronts.
Children’s White Stockings for Girls Offered at Low Prices
About fifty pairs of white and cream stockings for girls aged 4 to 14 are priced at under half. Fresh and clean stocks with a fairly complete size range meet summer demands for light dresses.
Serviceable Rain Umbrellas for sale
Durable rain umbrellas with strong paragon frames and stiff steel rods. Features include multiple attractive handles and fast black twisted Gloria or Union taffeta covers. Priced at one dollar, offering value compared with other stores.
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Union Taffeta
Main Street Main Street section branded poor drainage
Merchants and residents on Main Street between Ohio and Osage streets complain about persistent water and mud. Ponds form continually, drains are absent and wagons and buggies sink in mud, indicating the street needs attention.
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