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Newspaper

Sedalia Evening Sentinel

Location

Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1899

Page

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Embezzlement charge lands against Percy Harker in Missouri case

A Pettition issued by Ilgenfritz Hardware Co. accuses Percy Harker of embezzling 10 252 25 from the firm. The suit details extensive misentries and missing cash book records. Sheriff levied 50 Servant Harker stock shares worth 5 000 and five acres on South Ohio street as the fight to recover the funds continues.

Jimmie Thompson Sedalia Ilgenfritz Hardware Company Percy Harker A L Burr Judge Burr Harker Sangree & Lamm First Congregational Church Ligenfritz Company Servant Drug Store Servant Drug Company Missouri Harker Company Sigenfritz Messrs Will and Linn Ilgenfritz Linn Ilgenfritz Ilgefritz H T Williams Igenfritz Ed Ligenfritz Ilzenfritz Williams Ohio Street Lewis T Kirk James A Robb Kirk Constable Robb Ellis R Smith

Music professor surveys Warrenton for new Central Wesleyan site

Professor H W Steininger, noted violinist and pianist from Central Wesleyan College Warrenton MO, tours the city to assess a potential location for a new campus site. He is a respected music teacher seeking a suitable field view.

H W Steininger Central Wesleyan College Warrenton, MO

Fingers Mashed By Window Sash At Union House

Miss Geneva Rickman daughter of Jack Rickman suffered three fingers severely mashed yesterday when a window sash fell on them at the Union House.

Geneva Rickman Jack Rickman Union House

They Dodged the Bullet Thrilling Experience of Three Men

Three notable men recount a life threatening incident where they narrowly escaped danger. Each man reflects on the moment and the impact it had on their lives and decisions afterward. The story emphasizes courage, luck, and the near miss.

Colored Burglar Fires At Victims At Close Range

A burglar shot at residents at 1311 South Lamine, prompting questions about why the assailant missed. Police investigate the short range firing while residents assess damages and safety.

Burglar Threat Scare Narrow Escape at Faust Home

Three Sedalia citizens faced a bullet during a night burglary at 1317 South Lamine the Midland area. Mr M C Faust and partner W H Reynolds, with neighbor John Dorsey, barely escaped as a colored intruder gained entry. Filing crews claim creditor fraud via new bills of sale to Antonio Candillato and to Bente & Wilson. authorities warned of imminent legal action. Mayor Overstreet received a letter from a prominent party yesterday.

M C Faust Sedalia Bicycle Company Faust W H Reynolds South Lamine John Dorsey Katy John Mercurio South Ohio Street Antonio Candillato Bente & Wilson Mercurio Overstreet

City’s finances cited as worse than West Third street condition

The article notes that remarks on West Third street are unfit for publication and the editor avoids committing on the topic. It adds that only the city’s finances are in a worse condition than West Third, underscoring financial strain as a major concern.

West Third Street West Third

Found Dead Under An Apple Tree In Kansas City

James Stanford, 24, colored, is found lifeless under an apple tree at the rear of Mrs. Driver’s home at Twenty Fourth and Lamine streets. Coroner cites internal hemorrhage as cause. Stanford had worked at Stevens’ livery stable and Kansas City. he had returned home sick to stay with his grandmother.

James Stanford James Driver Twenty-fourth Lamine Streets Cowan Stevens Len Kansas City Twentieth Ohio

Substantial Improvements Start in Sedalia

Judge Jack Bothwell plans 500 dollar improvements on his residence at 210 West Seventh. The German Evangelical church will erect a 500 dollar school house at Sixth and Lafayette with TW Myer as contractor. Mrs Ida Heinrichs builds a 200 dollar porch at Wilkerson and Moniteau. Johns remodels corner brick building at Second and Moniteau. Over 1590 dollars in improvements. Fitzgerald builds a frame cottage at Third and Quincy. D H Smith spends 500 dollars on Ohio and Fifth. Wood's Opera House remodeling permit valued at 5000 dollars.

Jack Bothwell West Seventh Sixth Lafayette TW Myer Ida Heinrichs Wilkerson and Moniteau Johns Second and Fitzgerald Third and Quincy D H Smith Fighth Ohio Wood

Burglar Shots at Faust Home Then Flees

A man repaired to a house and investigated when a burglar appeared at a window. Faust’s stolen 38 caliber revolver fired a shot that narrowly missed three men as they closed in. The intruder fled and was not found by 3 pm. Only the pistol remains missing from the home.

Dorsey Faust Smith & Wesson Mr Faust

Merchant Seeks Payment for Unpaid Goods from Mercurio

A local fruiterer asked about Mercurio’s business methods after sending small consignments with remittances then a larger credit shipment. He has not received payment for the latter. The mayor directed him to a lawyer, saying it isn’t his role to chase all debts in town.

Mercurio the Inquirer

Barber Shop Sold as Owner Retires in Missouri

LC Snell sells his South Ohio street barber shop to William Myer and William Higginbotham and retires from business. The shop will be remodeled and established as one of the finest in Central Missouri.

LC Snell Ohio Street William Myer William Higginbotham Missouri

City Bonds Debate Prompts Voter Decision on Bonds

Alderman Brown argues for bonding at 4 percent to retire 6 percent debt, noting existing 15 000 to 40 000 current revenue bonds add 70 per year in interest. He warns the plan increases taxpayer burden unless voters back the new bonds and retire the old bonds.

Brown

Telephone Exchange Relocation Set for August 1

The telephone exchange will relocate to its new quarters around August 1, with the move scheduled to occur within the first week of the month. The change aims to improve service reliability for area customers.

Telephone Exchange

Unfit for Publication Remarks by SentTIMeEL

The text appears to be garbled OCR and contains no clear names dates or events. It seems to note a request to make remarks but lacks specifics to summarize into a factual item.

English Sermon by Professor Runge at Lutheran Church

Professor E Runge of Concor dia Missouri will deliver an English sermon at the German Evangelical Lutheran church on Lafayette avenue Sunday morning. All are cordially invited by H Kocnu, Teacher.

E Runge Concordia Lafayette Avenue H Kocnu

Red White and Blues Lose to Northeasts 14–6

The Red White and Blues coached by Brill fell 14 to 6 on Wednesday to the Northeasts. This marked the team's second defeat of the season. Key players listed include Batteries Northeasts Clark Dawson Metcalf and Red White and Blues Clum Edwards.

Brill Northeasts Clark Dawson Metcalf Blues Clum Edwards

R L Griffith Visits Clinton Today

R L Griffith traveled to Clinton earlier today visiting local sites and meeting residents. Further details on purpose or outcomes were not provided in the readable text.

R L Griffith Clinton

Fight for Hogs and Wheat

Sedalia National Bank faces pressure amid agricultural and livestock price volatility. Local farmers rally for loan relief as hogs and wheat markets react to shifting demand and seasonal trends. National policies influence lending terms and farmer relief prospects.

Sedalia National Bank

Minstrel Tragedy Ripple in Waukegan

Telegram reports Myrtie Morehead, once a Huckin’s hotel performer, died today in an accident while traveling with a minstrel troupe. Father Al Morehead confirms no further details. body to arrive by train with funeral plans pending company word.

Waukegan Myrtie Morehead American Express Rusco al Morehead McLaughlin Bros Telegra Morehead Huckin’s

Epworth ME Church to Hold Open Air Service Sunday

Open air service planned by Epworth Methodist Episcopal Church in Epworth for Sunday evening. Event invites local parishioners and nearby residents to attend the outdoor gathering.

Epworth ME

Wheelon by the Gallon Ice Cold Receptions Delivered

The note cites Servant Harker Drug Co delivering Wheelon by the gallon for receptions with iced service outlined as a new offering. Details remain sparse on pricing or client list.

Wheelon By the Servant-Harker Drug Co

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Tisenfritz Hardware Co Rob Tony Candilioto Mrs. Driver Pingree Snell’s Shop City Bonds Fleischmann’s Pharmacy Waukegan, Il
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