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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1902
Page
4
The Sentinel announces William J. Castle as a candidate for representative subject to the Democratic County Convention action.
Bruce Barnett declares candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Wettis County prosecuting attorney. He promotes his qualifications and plans for the office in a formal party announcement.
Candidate H. K. Beate is announced for prosecuting attorney of Pettis County subject to the will of the Socratic party. James Montgomery is announced for nomination for prosecuting attorney subject to the choice of Pettis County Democrats.
Announcement states Judge O E Parsons seeks renomination for Probate Judge of Pettis County subject to the Democratic convention on August 11 1902. The notice invites party voters to support his bid at the upcoming nominating process.
The notice announces W. L. Cress as a candidate for Judge of the Western District of Pettis County subject to the Democratic County Convention. It also names E. R. Wilson of Green Ridge Township as a candidate for county court judge in the Western District, subject to Democratic selection. Judge N. H. Rogers will seek re nomination as Justice of the Peace for Sedalia Township under Republican guidance.
James C. Connor is announced as a candidate for constable of Sedalia Township, subject to the actions of the Democratic Party.
The War Secretary Mr Root faces Senate pressure to forward all papers on alleged cruelties in the Philippines. Democrats insist on full disclosure, while Republicans claim his pledge that War Department cases are known to the Senate should suffice. The dispute centers on accountability and access to official records.
A critical excerpt accuses Secretary Root of unfaithfulness to friends and cruelty charges unknown to the Senate. Senator Culbertson reveals papers, challenging Root’s word as worthless and suggesting the administration hides parts of the Philippine story from the public.
Republicans erupt after proof that Secretary Root deceived them and threaten action against the responsible party. General Miles stands as the administration’s focal point in the resulting controversy, with party leaders accusing him as the scapegoat.
An infant in its cradle sleeps and smiles as three women kneel to kiss the child. Each woman offers a prayer and reflects on love toil hunger loneliness and faith. The first speaks of labor and care, the second of an empty heart, the third of trust in God's will.
Paschal Craddock and Jennie rook Sedalia. A Harter and Mrs Josie Brimmer Sedalia. E F Yancey and Beulah Harris Sedalia. Press Patrick and Annie Hawk Sedalia. Clifford L Allen California and Sallie Margaret Ayres Sedalia. Wim Young St Louis and Mrs Annie Byrne Kansas City.
Members of the Eastern Star lodge traveled to Knob Noster this afternoon to meet with another lodge and receive guidance from state officers. Attendees included Mesdames John Atkinson J W Graham J Youngman E W Kosten W H Holcroft E E Codding Phil Shear A Campbell Charles Scow W R Ammon and daughter Jennie and Miss Belle Wills.
For rent a five room house in a good location convenient for a shopman. Apply or address C. ¢. 1708 Moniteau Street. June 6 ad copy.
We’ve got them to sell. Pianos available at John N. Taylor’s Music House located at 514 Ohio Street. The ad markets a range of instruments from upright to grand models with competitive pricing and expert tuning services.
Two individuals named Patrick and Annie Hawk were arrested yesterday, with the report describing their marital status as part of the brief. Further details are not provided in the fragment.
A man and his partner were married by Rev. F. W. Simpson after a charge of lewd conduct. In Judge Smith's court they pled guilty to disturbing the peace and received one day in jail with a promise to reform.
H L Billups, professor at George R Smith college, was admitted to the bar today after a creditable exam becoming the first colored man to gain admission locally. Nettie Frisby, colored, was arrested on information charging assault with intent to kill.
The Woodmen of the World will unveil monuments for Vorney Wine A. S. McGowan Tony Leece and W B Sharp on Sunday with addresses by Mayor J. L. Babcock C C Kelly A L Shortridge and Oranizer Hughes from St Louis.
Mr and Mrs Hallah Martin of 223 East Third street welcomed a baby boy in Syracuse Missouri on May 27 He weighs two pounds and a half and is predicted to catch up in growth after a tiny start.
J. S. Gregg of Lincoln Missouri reopens his saloon at the town after a short period of closure.
A Milwaukee Sentinel account recalls a Philippine war veteran describing the rainy season as reducing sickness compared with the dry months. He notes October entry into tropics brings less acclimation trouble, and that dry months burn with heat, dust, and hospital crowding, while rain cools and eases conditions for troops.
Astronomer J J Atkinson recounted an old Malay islander who owned a large trained monkey. The creature gathered coconuts by climbing tall palms and dropping nuts, then unscrewing them from the trees while swinging 70 to 100 feet above the ground.
The London Globe argues British undergraduates show less seriousness about university life and music than German students. Few English songs fit university life, and attempts to adopt German style lack demand, supply, and genuine audience.
A New Orleans to Chicago conductor discusses traveler habits in sleeping cars. He notes many passengers keep boots and spurs on while sleeping, leaving shoes for the porter to polish at 25 cents per pair, and says women travelers tend to be tidier and more oriented to comfort. He singles out the porter as an influential ally or foe based on how guests treat their footwear.
A vintage list of white sale items with cambric and muslin garments. Includes dresses, gowns, skirts, corset covers, and nainsook pieces priced from 25 cents to $2.50, detailing lace, embroidery, flounces, tucks, and insertion edging across multiple garments. Names no dates or places.
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