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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1901
Page
5
Railway timetable lists Missouri Pacific lines with eastbound and westbound arrivals and departures. It includes local freight services and specific times such as 12:35 p m and 4:10 p m for eastbound trains and early morning departures for westbound services. It also notes Sedalia and Warsaw connections with arrival at Sedalia by 11:45 a m.
Sedalia’s Electric and Railway company plans to extend the line to the State fair grounds if the lighting issue is settled and local support is assured. Ties and rails are on hand and about $50,000 in Sedalia improvements are anticipated. Over $1,500 was paid out on the last payday, underscoring local investment.
Wm Roeschel of Boonville brother of Mrs William Courtney visited the city and placed a large furniture order with Dickman for his upcoming central Missouri drug store. Gross receipts of St Vincents Catholic Church topped 4000 dollars last year, delaying plans to build a new church due to drought.
Louis M. Monsees, noted stockman and Limestone Valley stock farm proprietor, is seriously ill with typhoid fever after an illness beginning 12 days ago. His condition prompted local medical attention and concern among neighbors.
Dr. W. A. Porter is home from Kansas City for a short visit as he recovers from appendicitis after successfully avoiding surgery.
A postal card from Niagara Falls shows Hon. W. D. Steele staying three days in one spot to admire the great cascade. The missive notes his deep interest as a close friend reports the scene with quiet reverence.
G C Blaylock and Thomas and Charles Tavener enlisted in the coast artillery at the new local recruiting station. J C Kivett joined the 28th U S infantry. All are Pettis county youths.
Dr. Will Thornley of Springfield Missouri filed his certificate of registration with County Clerk R H Gray this morning as part of a local civic process.
Judge R E Ferguson formerly Pettis county treasurer appeared from Pleasant Green on a business visit today.
Dr. E C Evans reports the thermometer at 2 PM reading 109 degrees marking the hottest point of the season. The reading underscores extreme heat across the area as residents seek shade and water.
A stream of short items lists visits and business in Sedalia and nearby towns. Mrs J A Forsee visits relatives near Ashland while Ott's Pharmacy touts soda water and refreshments. Various locals including T H O Bannon Lamonte and Miss Clara Capen head to destinations. other residents visit relatives, attend events, or transact business. Local officials McKenna and Robo take a Pleasant Green trip.
C. C. Lawson advertises money to loan on personal property at 104 Katie building.
Ferdinand Yost of West Main Street received a telegram from Colorado City reporting the death of his son William Yost age forty one who had been in Colorado City two years seeking better health. He operated a confectionery business there and is survived by a wife and a nine month old child. Gus Yost, his brother, is in Colorado City and will accompany the body to Sedalia for burial. Funeral arrangements will be announced from the residence.
A special train departs at 12 a m on July 14 and a returning special leaves Kansas City at 10 30 p m on the same date. See Katy's Agent for details.
Pettis County must provide care for Charles Blessing the insane prisoner sent from Pettis county. County Clerk R H Gray received a morning letter from Attorney General E C Crow stating his opinion that local citizens bear the responsibility for Blessing.
Clarence Hearn of Smithton was released from the county jail after seven days served. The item notes Pettis County must cover Blessing’s keeping at the Navada insane asylum.
James Jackson charged with stealing lumber from Arch Robinson was dismissed this morning by Judge Rogers after an arrest for petit larceny.
Frank Ambles was sentenced to fifteen days in the county jail by Judge N. H. Rogers for adultery. Hattie Bailey received five days for the same offense.
Will Smith was sentenced to three days in jail this morning by Judge Rogers after a conviction for assault on Mary Jackson. Both individuals are African American.
Constable James Robb arrived in Boonville Thursday evening to arrest Ed Shirley for forgery but found that the man named Shirley there was not the wanted person.
J C Kivett was found drunk Thursday evening with a loaded revolver. In police court he paid $5 for intoxication and $25 for carrying a concealed weapon, the latter fine stayed. Will Fallon, who was drunk, was fined $5.
Charles Johnson and Elliott Spears, two colored boys, were jailed after Fran Jackson accused them of stealing $2 from a money exchange arranged by Jackson. The pair face Judge Rogers at 10 a.m. Saturday as Spears, noted for his good conduct, defends his reputation.
Pig Smith and John Laxton, known con men, are accused of tricking a stranger in Sedalia by starting a card dispute, betting money to a third party, then a decoy escort poses as an officer while the others grab the loot and flee. The victim did not report the loss.
C L Fuller a Katy Railroad brakeman at Denison Texas died at Katy hospital this morning of typhoid fever He was 25 years old The remains were taken by McLaughlin Brothers and shipped to Marshfield Massachusetts for burial.
Heat waves at the state fair grounds caused one man and several horses to collapse. Several spectators reported exhaustion as the heat intensified during the afternoon events.
In Sedalia the Socialists nominated cigar manufacturer John O. Fisher for mayor at a Thursday meeting. Republicans and Democrats quickly supported a petition nominating J. L. Babcock for mayor to avert a vacancy. A July 29 special election is scheduled.
A lawn social hosted by E. G. Cassidy on West Fifth for Sacred Heart church drew a large crowd last night. About $80 is expected from proceeds. The Cassidy residence was lit with electric lights and lanterns. The Second Reimont orchestra played well. Miss Bollmer oversaw a fish pond attraction, while Misses Edna Burrowes Alma Cashman and Louise Friemel ran a lemonade stand. Ice cream and cake were served. Edward Hurley Jr won a silk umbrella raffle prize.
The Stanley Coal Co states prices are rising monthly and urges immediate orders to lock in season low rates. A large shipment of Lehigh Valley coal is expected to Sedalia around August 1, with orders needed promptly. Phones 26.
The Salvation Army held an open air concern last night in front of the Huckins hotel where visiting dentists stayed. A large number of dentists contributed liberally during collection time.
Lake Shore and Michigan Southern railway offers reduced Chicago to New York round trip tickets with a Pan-American exposition stop, starting July 1. Buffalo tickets at a low rate are on sale. Eight daily trains. Send four cents for printed matter and full information. F. M. Byron G. W. A. Chicago. B. P. Humphrey T. P. A. Kansas City Mo.
A large brindle dog was struck by Electric Railway streetcar No 16 at Main and Ohio this morning and was later shot by Billy Drake to end its suffering.
Farmers are purchasing kaffir corn seed ahead of rain in hopes to plant for winter forage. The move reflects urgency to secure winter feed for livestock amid uncertain weather.
Circuit Judge W. W. Graves, Henry Lamm and G. W. Barnett traveled to Warsaw this morning for the day’s proceedings on the Eyer lynmoulder case.
The street railway management will present another band concert at Forest Park Tuesday evening.
Classified notice seeking a trunk in fair condition for cash payment. Respond with address labeled Trunk at this office.
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