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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1906
Page
1
A Citizens' Committee offers a last minute recommendation on the eve of the city election. The appeal targets voters and outlines proposed measures for the upcoming ballot and municipal leadership.
A city voters committee urges councilmen and nominees to pass a resolution demanding strict compliance by utility franchised firms with existing and future contracts. The city would not grant rebates for failures to provide service except due to flood or storm, with timely repairs required and payment only for actually rendered service.
The social highlight of the week, Miss Lucy Gentry daughter of Mr and Mrs N H Gentry, will wed Mr Edward C Stuart a Washington Mo banker this evening at 8 at the First Christian church. Rev J M Rudy will perform the ceremony. A reception at Dr W M Carters on West Seventh street will follow.
Reading railroad president Baer heads to Washington at Roosevelt’s request to discuss the coal situation. He is expected to brief the President on operator sentiment and present possible suggestions after Friday meeting.
Skating continues nightly at the Liberty park rink with strong attendance. The hall remains consistently full each evening it operates.
Merle Bapple home on a six days furlough from the naval school at Newport, visiting his parents Mr and Mrs J W Bapple on East Broadway after six months of training.
Cynthia Maupin, once feared in the tenderloin, was arrested by Deputy Constable Elmer Smith on a disturbing the peace charge. The case was continued by Justice Rogers until Saturday after Maupin allegedly drew a knife on the deputy and threatened to carve him.
Charles Coleman, a Black man convicted last Saturday for the outraging and murder of 15 year old Margaret Lear, was hanged today in Shreveport Louisiana. An immense crowd gathered near the jail, which was ringed by 100 militia men.
Governor Hoch vows to uphold the maximum rate law despite pressure from railways. He says the administration will not surrender the law’s protections for independent refiners and notes the possibility of restraints by older interests, while warning railways face damages for noncompliance.
A Chanute Kansas meeting of oil producers is planned for tonight to issue a call for a broader assembly next week. The goal is to oppose railways efforts to nullify the maximum freight rate law, seen as inspired by Standard Oil which faces stiff competition from independent oil firms aided by equitable freight rates.
Twenty eight men arrested during two days of race riots in Springfield were arraigned in police court and released on continuances. Milit ia will remain on duty tonight as Col Ammell vows to restore order within twenty four hours and curb the mob's resolve.
Three militia companies guard Prentice Ladd and Edward Dean as they escort black prisoners from Dayton jail to Springfield. The action underscores racial tensions in Ohio during the period.
Scripps McRae News Association Chicago March 1 Johann Hoch's body was removed from the potter's field today and buried in Elmwood cemetery by his spiritual adviser.
Attorney G W Barnett answers a recent letter written by Judge Evans of St Louis regarding a game law decision. The exchange highlights legal interpretations and local court perspectives on gaming statutes and enforcement.
Sedalia Missouri February 27 1909 Attorney G W Barnett rebuts Judge W N Evans public letter disputing a St Louis Court of Appeals ruling on needing a license to hunt in one’s own county When a March 5 rehearing is set Evans is accused of improper judicial interference and prejudgment of a case in the appellate process.
Richard A. McCurdy former Equitable Life president and his family left their New Jersey home secretly last night and sailed for Europe aboard the Amerika with Paris as a presumed destination.
Jack Ohman Missouri Pacific machinist and wrestler was moved from the city hospital to Maywood for a consultation. Local physicians decided to operate on Friday on his neck and other injuries which have left him with partial paralysis of a hand and foot.
Society discussions in Washington focus on the duties of the White House bride and how she adapts to ceremonial expectations. Observers compare etiquette, hostess roles, and public appearances with traditional standards and recent changes.
Washington notes debate over Miss Alice Roosevelt Longworth becoming a congressman's wife. If she marries Nicholas Longworth she faces a demanding social schedule hosting lawmakers, cabinet members, and judges, with social duties intensifying from Lent through Easter and spring travel before a new session.
The 1904 Missouri campaign of Governor Folk featured spellbinders who opened meetings while Folk reserved the close. At Sedalia one speaker asked repeatedly who Joseph W Folk was eliciting no reply until a small spectator finally spoke up in the crowd.
The commission seeks Charles Hughes and John G. Carlisle to lead the inquiry into railroad and coal and oil magnates relations. It plans to spend about $100,000 and will compel witnesses to testify. A list of railroad stockholders will be requested as a preliminary step. Hearings begin in Washington with later sessions nationwide.
Mrs. Helen L. Bullock national organizer and Mrs. M. E. Galladay district president organize a new W. C. T. U. with 51 members. Officers named include G. W. Barnett president E. A. Campbell vice president Ella May Merry secretary J F Reese recording secretary Harriet Guild treasurer. The group to meet biweekly at court house rest rooms beginning next week.
Funeral services for the Rev. J. M. Van Wagner, longtime West Third Street resident, are set for Friday at 2 PM at the First Congregational church. The lineup includes Rev. James Parsons, Rev. A. A. Boyd, Rev. S. S. Martin and Rev. E. J. Hunt with honorary pallbearers from city ministers. Active pallbearers listed, music led by Mrs. C. H. Bard, decór by C. E. West.
Mrs Hugh Muir will entertain the Sans Gene club this week at her home. The event features light refreshments and a social gathering for members.
Vandiver rejects remorse over Mutual Reserve Life Insurance Co withdrawing from the state. The move pleases him as the action is disclosed.
State Superintendent Vandiver said the Mutual Reserve Life Insurance company had delayed and shorted payments, with policy holders receiving less than half of face values. He noted a six month pattern of complaints and demanded a thorough actuarial audit before relicensing. He cited a $3500 legal effort years ago to renew and warned of possible supreme court mandamus if needed.
Mrs. Fred Etzbach wife of the Sedalia mail carrier, underwent an operation yesterday at Deaconess hospital St. Louis performed by Dr Dorsett and assistants. Mr Etzbach reports she withstood the shock well and is progressing nicely. Attending physician expects the operation to achieve its purpose and predicts a rapid recovery.
The class of 1881 alumni of Washington University St. Louis plan a March 3 gathering at the University Club. Dr E Nasse of the city belongs to the class and will attend. A banquet will be served and toasts will be given by members.
Rev. T. H. Kuhn announced his candidacy for congress on an independent ticket against James E. Watson, the Republican "whip," in Richmond Indiana on March 1.
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