Murder in Dubuque claims officer shot dead in office
Captain O Lavake a lawyer and local Sons of Veterans leader was shot six times in his Dubuque office around five oclock last evening. A stranger fled down a side street toward the Mississippi bridge after the attack. Neighbors heard the shot and a physician from a nearby town is suspected. The motive appears tied to a bill dispute. Post mortem shows Lavake defended himself with raised hands, multiple powder marks indicate close range. The other items describe an operatic comedy at low prices with free admission for ladies with paid seats.
Boonville Republican selects mayor and officials in party convention
The Boonville Republican held its city convention last night and nominated candidates for the April election. Mayoral candidate was Charles Meierhoffer, contesting incumbent W. Whitlow by 15 to 13. Other nominations included police judge W. T. Gibson, city treasurer Martin W. Muntzer, city attorney C. W. Journey, marshal James Mitchell, assessor W. S. Bekett, school directors M. E. Schmidt and Dr. Charles Swap, and four ward councilmen.
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Charles Meierhoffer
Kk. W
Whitlow
W. T. Gibson
L. B. Wright
The
Republican
E. A. Eckhardt
Martin W. Muntzer
C. W. Journey
James Mitchell
W. 8. Bekett
M. E. Schmidt
Charles
To Cure a Cold in One Day
An old ad claims a laxative Bromo Quinine tablet cures a cold in one day with a druggist refund if it fails. It notes genuine tablets marked LL Bo Q on each pill and sells for 25 cents.
Wade's Operatic Comedy at the Era House This Week
Wade's Operatic Comedy company presents a week long engagement at the Era House starting Monday March 21. A range of bill shows features elegant wardrobes and up to date specialties performed by a cast of ladies and gentlemen selected to portray specific characters. Prices are reduced to 10 20 and 30 cents. This marks the first opportunity for local audiences to witness the company.
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Wade
Coal mine lease near Knob Noster by Sedalia operators
Charles McQuaid and James Silke of Sedalia lease 1000 acres in Johnson county near Knob Noster. Their mines in the area produce about 450 carloads of coal each month.
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Charles McQuaid and
James Silke
Johnson County
Knob Noster
Coal and fuel sale offer with Whipple and Scranton coal
An advertisement promotes cheap coal options including Whipple for Rich Mull Nat Lexington and other soft coal grades. It also offers Scranton anthracite wood feed sewer pipe vitrified brick and yard delivery from Downtown and a downtown office with phone contact.
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Nat
Lexington
Scranton
Third St
Ohio
War is a Blunder Aims to Stop War by Truth and Peace
G B Lamm argues war would devastate the nation, urging full disclosure to the people, arbitration, and avoidance of debt and pensions tied to conflict. He cites Civil War scars, corruption, and the need for justice, urging Americans to resist a new war and seek peaceful settlement.
Dr C S Boarman Dies at 82 in Boonville
Prominent Boonville physician Dr C S Boarman died at his home in Sedalia from pneumonia aged 82. He lived in Boonville for over 50 years and was esteemed as a surgeon and citizen. His son Rev Marshall Boarman is a Catholic priest, another son Charles a Confederate veteran who died in New Orleans. He was grandfather to Vera Boarman of New Orleans.
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Charles
New Orleans
Boarman
Submarine cable fragment linked to Maine mine blast
Key West dispatch reports divers found a broken seven conductor submarine cable connected to the Maine mine. The cable, which led to an offshore mine, was in the hands of a board of inquiry. It implies a shore switchboard run by a trusted agent caused the blast.
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Maine
Impartial notes US war prep tensions at Madrid
The Imparcial reports two New York telegrams about war preparations and comments on American officials. It denounces US self promotion and warns Spaniards against fear mongering while urging officials to show discretion in a tense international climate.
Streetcar Collision Injures Cars and Sparks Repairs
At Twelfth street and Ingram avenue last night about 11 the Forest Park division car No 8 driven by Mortorman Lineback crashed into the rear of car No 11 as Charlie Grosshans was changing a trolley. The platform switchboard and vestibule were smashed and repair crews work today. The crash was blamed on Lineback watching his machinery while the car was in motion.
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Twelfth Street
Ingram Avenue
Forest Park
The
Electric Railway
Mortorman
Potter's Hat Priced at Two Fifty Also Carriages For Events
The two fifty hat at Potter's is unbeatable. Harrison and Stevens, Sedalia’s leading liverymen, offer extra carriages for balls parties weddings operas receptions. Call 167 for carriage service and to avoid tobacco odor.
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Harrison & Stevens
Sedalia
Potter's Offers Best $2.00 Hat on Earth
Local retailer advertises the best two dollar hat at Potter's. An ad also promotes Cuban Coal at two dollars fifty per ton cash for tomorrow only, with Cohen Coal Co. contact via Tel. 263. Also notes Whole wheat flour bread at the Boston Cafe.
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Potter’s
Cohen Coal Co
Cohen Coal Co Prices and Contact in City Ad
We don’t keep wood and coal we sell it See us for prices Cohen Coal Co 502 West Main Tel 263.
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Cohen Coal Co
West Main
Death of W. C. Cahill at Siloam Springs
C. H. Heynen received a telegram from Siloam Springs Arkansas announcing the death of W. C. Cahill this morning at 7:30. He was about 60 years old and the father of Mrs. Heynen of Sedalia. He was regarded as an excellent citizen and his loss will be deeply felt by many friends.
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C. H. Heynen
Siloam Springs
Ark
W. C. Cahill
Heynen
Sedalia
Kansas City Pastor Fights Church Over Back Salary
Rev W E Johnson a Kansas City Kansas preacher sues the Central church for 326 back salary. Sheriff seized chairs and fixtures. Trustees plan bond to allow services next Sunday while court battle proceeds.
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Central Church
Kansas City
Kansas
Common Pleas Court
Dr. Johnson
Paducah Man Leaves Estate to Caring Lady in West
Ben E. Faxon left his entire estate valued at about $10,000 to Mrs. M A Rhea of Paducah for her faithful nursing during his illness in Albuquerque New Mexico He also left $1500 in railroad fraternal insurance and owned real estate in Paducah. Faxon’s remains were brought to Paducah for burial.
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Paducah
W. E. Bagby
Ben E. Faxon
Albuquerque
N. M
M. A. Rhea
Faxon
West
Rhea
Ball at Gregg's hall honors Mabel Haire and Grace Snedeker
A complimentary ball at Gregg's hall last evening featured Miss Mabel Haire of Chicago and Miss Grace Snedeker of Butte Montana. The social event, arranged by Mr. Harvey McGugin, was described as one of the season's delightful gatherings.
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Gregg’s Hall
Mabel Haire
Chicago
Grace Snedeker
Butte, Mont
Harvey McGugin
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Key West, Fla
Board of Inquiry
Madrid
Imparecial
New York
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United States
Charlie Grosshans
Mortor
Boston Cafe
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W. i Yost
Ott’s Drug Store
Ohio Street
Gy Galark
Sedalia, MO
Sharp
Reynolds & Reynolds
Ohio ST
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SCA
P. Hoffman
Spot Cash Store
West Main Street
Columbia
Farley Bros
S. Ohio ST
Sedalia, MD
Ohlo ST
Oya
W. T. Cahill
Siloam Springs, Arkansas
W. E. Johnson
Kentucky
Boston
A. B. Dempsey
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