Freight manager testifies railroads obey Kan SAS law
San Ta Fe freight manager swears railroads comply with Kan SAS statute though he calls it unjust, asserting adherence to the law amid ongoing disputes.
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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1906
Page
1
San Ta Fe freight manager swears railroads comply with Kan SAS statute though he calls it unjust, asserting adherence to the law amid ongoing disputes.
Testimony before the interstate commerce commission argues that railroad freight rates for crude oil are arbitrary and unfair. Witnesses discuss rate legality, potential price impacts, and industry figures including Rockefeller, Standard Oil, Prairie Oil and Gas, and Santa Fe Railroad.
Members of the Ladies' Musical Club gathered at the court house club rooms for an American composers study session led by Mrs EB F Yancey. The program featured papers, duets, songs, and a trio by members and guests including C B Hawley Gibson Waddell Chadwick Griggs and Edna Gibson with performances of Noon and Night The Dragon Fighter Absent Metcalf and more reflected a varied concert for the club.
Sen Aldrich representing the opposition to the railroad rate bill has notified the other side to be ready for a vote. He claims he has enough votes to control all amendments. Administration forces appear to be sparring for time as speeches are scheduled.
Manager J J McCloskey of the St Louis Nationals announced permanent placements for Jake Beckley at first and Harry Arndt at third. Nig Perrine was moved to shortstop with Pue Bennett at second as McCloskey seeks more power bats and improved defense. Perrine adapts to short but may take time to settle in.
The text states that a hunting license may not require a license if the hunter confines themselves to the county of residence, implying local confinement affects licensing requirements.
Judge Bland rules hunting on one’s own land or land within the county does not require a license. The decision affects many residents who bought licenses in anticipation of hunting outside their county. The case of Virgil Helton prompted a rehearing and subsequent release, with licenses issued to Clayton residents noted.
The city’s hotel arrivals include guests from St. Louis and Kansas City such as Edward Kayser F A Plummer F M Seymour and W C Clark. Others visiting include J Epstein H G Sargent M L Goodwin C A Marshall and B F Ford.
Rice heirs call for action as they allege wrongdoing and urge prosecutors to pursue the Patrick case. Strong concerns center on accountability and legal remedies for the family.
The First Congregational Church ladies renowned for hosting social events entertained last evening in the church parlors to honor Rev. and Mrs. James Parsons. Decorations were elaborate and tastefully arranged in the large reception room reflecting the welcoming reception.
The article notes a high cost tied to a famous case with heirs skeptical of success. It describes a program printed in Sunday morning papers with green color scheme, adjustments to performances, and a list of participants including Miss Virgie Dempsey, Miss Abbie Dempsey, Mrs. Bard, Mrs. Ott, Mr. Leslie Martin, Miss Grace Lewis, Miss Sara Payne, Miss Lillie Brandt, Mrs. Quisenberry, Miss Anna Brill, and Kroencke's orchestra led by H. H. Kroencke and John Brandt with their children.
Leonard B. Imboden and James A Hill start nine to ten year sentences at Canon City for conspiracy to wreck the Denver Savings Bank. The article details their past, trial, pardon history, and social context surrounding the case.
A reception for Rev Parson(s) was held last night, drawing parishioners and community members to celebrate the clergyman and his service to the church. Attendees included local leaders and longtime supporters.
A private message announced the death of Mrs Claude V Reed born Minnie Englund. She died Tuesday night in Aston NL after a three week illness from typhoid fever. Survived by husband daughter mother and siblings including W P Englund and Mrs O J Schwandt of Denver and Misses Gertrude and Ingra Englund of Sedalia. Funeral plans await the arrival of remains from Missouri Pacific train No 5.
Kansas City reports a real winter weather outbreak for Missouri and Kansas with another cold wave from the Northwest. Sleet and snow were observed in the territories today as severe cold prevails in the Texas Panhandle.
Washington March 14 prediction in Scripps-McRae Fress says if Taft goes to the supreme court Senator Spooner of Wisconsin would become Secretary of War and Panama affairs would move to Robert Bacon assistant secretary of state.
Tulsa launches a push for the capital seat in the new state of Oklahoma as the state hood bill moves forward. The city aims to become the capital if the bill passes.
John Tennant, former head of a large shoe factory in St Louis, was arrested on the charge of obtaining money by fraud through stock sales. The arrest was reported March 14.
A marriage permit was issued today to William P. Fowler of Hughesville and Mattie E. Elgin of Sedalia.
Delegates chose a slate Monday night to frame an independent ticket and ratify it at tonight's convention. A preliminary session Tuesday in the city council chamber drew many names as potential candidates, but the full ticket remains undecided. F. F. Hagerman, superintendent of the Sedalia woolen mills, is named as the Second ward aldermanic candidate, though the complete ticket cannot be named yet.
The French liner Hudson carried 536 steerage passengers when a Friday storm roiled the Atlantic. Panic spread as passengers demanded open decks and officers faced a near mutiny. Captain Juham and First Officer Mehausas used threats with revolvers and knives before order was restored as the gale eased.
Bridgton N J March 14 The Bridgton Musical Union marks its twenty fifth anniversary with the first of two festival concerts this evening. A chorus of about 200 voices with a fine orchestra and distinguished soloists will perform a highly ambitious program drawing music lovers from across the state.
Vinita Indian Territory March 14 There is no news from the posse pursuing the Wickliffe gang. Sleet is falling in the Spavinaw bills.
The McGowan pharmacy is ordering a car of paint from the Kent Purdy residence today.
The second annual concert at Trinity English Lutheran church on Tenth and Osage featured a large audience. Grace Lewis delivered artistic readings while all musical numbers were well rendered and encores were common, making the program a wholesome success.
Calvary church holds Lenten services with an afternoon sermon at 4 p m and an evening service at 7 50 p m The evening sermon is titled The Love of God Everyone is invited to attend.
Bank of Centerview in Johnson County Missouri placed in temporary charge of State Bank Examiner C A Burkhart amid missing cashier W R Delaney. Discrepancies in books found after Delaney left for Kansas City. deposits totaling about 75 000 with 15 000 capital and 10 000 surplus. Bank opened Monday. run depleted vault funds. Delaney unlocated and rumored to have gone insane by friends.
Cornelius Bliss treasurer of the Republican national committee met with District Attorney Jerome in New York. The subject under discussion was likely the insurance campaign funds.
J. G. McCormack purchased the residence of W. H. Ritchey at 320 North Grand Avenue and has moved his family into the home.
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