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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1906
Page
1
The czar announced a sweeping move opening the Douma to broader participation and inviting public input as part of a long promised reform. The decision frames a shift toward wider involvement in governance across European nations.
In St. Petersburg the czar and royal party arrive by yacht to a grand welcome as the douma convenes. The address emphasizes generalities, asserts order equals freedom, and pleases many observers while leaving deputies impassive. The czar, appearing weathered yet healthy, prays at his father’s tomb before speaking.
J R MedAllister reports progress as businesses back a July harness race meeting set for the 34th and 5th. A $400 local fund goal is nearly met with $210 raised. $190 remains. Prizes total $2,500 with races including 2:25 pace and 2:35 trot. The event aims to attract riders statewide and boost the region.
George Eads special police officer marks his forty fifth birthday anniversary today.
The remains of Leo Jeffries who died in El Paso Texas arrived at 12 50 on Missouri Pacific train 2 accompanied by his sisters Marie and Nell Jeffries Rev D Healy of Springfield Mo and uncle and aunt B F Seggerson and Julia Seggerson of El Paso. They were taken to M V Burnap 409 East Fifth street and will rest until 10 o'clock Friday morning when they proceed to the Catholic cemetery for interment pallbearers named Harry Dobel Eugene and John Sullivan Oscar Keck John McCloskey and Charles O Connor.
Chicago on May 10 reports police believe they have a clue to the whereabouts of Prof. Erich Muenter. A dozen officers search near Wheaton Illinois, where he is thought to be in hiding after the alleged abduction of his wife.
Forest Dupree a colored man avoided jail by pawning his coat vest and hat to cover eight dollars of a ten dollar fine set by Magistrate Gresham in police court this morning Jam Jennings also paid a twenty five dollar fine and Will Tolbert a colored man faced a similar charge and fine for being among those detained by police last night
The annual Wo man’s Christian Temperance Union institute convened at the First M E church for a two day session. Mrs. Clara C Hoffman state president opened at 9 this morning with committee reports and topic discussions. Tonight a medal contest with 10 cent admission features pupils Besse Gearhart Morrison and J M Offield, a solo by Vic Jones and piano by Schotter and DeArmond of Carthage Mo.
Great show of draft horses assured as rich prizes attract exhibitors. Percheron entries expected to compete for top awards at the Missouri State Fair.
The Percheron Registry Company approves liberal cash prizes for the Missouri State fair draft horse show. New awards include multiple stallion classes with $100 top prizes and special groups totaling $150 for five stallions, plus a $100 champion stallion prize.
Mr and Mrs C A Robbins lead a fourteen member stock company arriving as guests at the Antlers hotel. They promise a varied program including Little Princess At the Risk of His Life The Cross of Gold and other plays with vaudeville between acts. Season opens Sunday May 27.
A special train from Springfield arrives at 3:30 PM bringing Talbot's Fighting the Flames to Liberty Park for one performance this evening. The show, announced as a splendid attraction, was delayed by late arrival of the company from the M K and T yard offices.
Special council session ends with unanimous vote to sustain Mayor Collins veto and discard the T rail. Officials cite misread facts and pressure from street railway reps as reasons for rescinding Monday night action. The meeting highlights debates over rail type, with multiple firemen and local figures present.
James Glass was laid to rest today in Ness in a funeral service attended by family friends and local residents. The ceremony honored his life with hymns and readings as mourners gathered at the church and graveside.
The funeral of James Glass was held this morning at Sacred Heart Church at 10 o clock. Rev Fr S Neiberg and priests from other cities conducted services. The large gathering of sorrowing relatives and friends filled the church to capacity to pay tribute and honor his memory.
Berlin report says William Glass former servant of Prince Adolph Von Wrede was arrested on charges of blackmail linked to stolen hotel marked silverware found in Castle Basedow near Malchin. Royal family and church figures linked to Glass death tribute follow remarks at Sedalia funeral service.
The Pettis county court ordered Justice Kinsey to file his record of fines as required. Commissioners to assess damages for the Longwood rock road district were named N. H. Gentry Thomas H Jenkins and K T Birk. The 1906 tax levy set state 15 cents county 50 cents interest 5 cents sinking 5 cents and a $5 poll tax per capita outside cities plus $250 per capita for the Six Mile road district.
Police arrest a man calling himself James Murphy and hold him in the city jail for investigation. He appeared drugged or demented, claiming to be a preacher and thinking he was in St. Louis. Doctors Cowan and Shirk treated him and he will be detained until tomorrow to determine the cause.
Manager Billings plans a makeover at Crystal Park with 30 incandescent lights illuminating the exterior from Lamine street side. The stage is enlarged and strengthened for summer acts including a touring elephant troupe. Sioux City pianist Mr Ward will perform at the park this season.
Dean Brothers, awarded the contract to grade and pave Ohio Street from Broadway to Sixteenth, filed a $5000 bond with the city clerk today. They have not yet reached terms with the street railway company for tracks pavement but expect to resolve matters soon. Mr Hamner must consult Philadelphia before acting now due to council’s action last night removing the T rail.
Conferees near a practical agreement on the statehood bill. A report will be issued Saturday or Monday. The plan provides that New Mexico and Arizona voters will decide their admission as one state this fall.
Laura Bell Dutton v Cox et al to perfect title decree granted plaintiff. J H Chaney v Brenneman damages plaintiff must post costs or deposit 500 by May 23 1966. Mary F Shoemaker v William Shoemaker divorce decree granted.
Mayor elect Rose is expected to take the oath of office tomorrow night. Republicans are reluctant to pursue action against him, fearing impact on the state ticket.
S. J. Burk manager of the Missouri Pacific shops baseball team accepts E. C. Otts challenge for a Sunday afternoon game at Liberty Park. Ott will bring his amateur team on an excursion from Kansas City. The shop boys are described as the best players in the area and a good contest is promised.
German media harshly criticizes America after a trial revealed German military secrets were bought by U S agents. Editors acknowledge Europeans trade in secrets but urge the United States to uphold a higher standard.
Superintendent of Schools Buchan, W. M. John and A. W. McKenzie head a committee to visit the Kansas City Manual Training school tomorrow to gather ideas for advancing manual training in Sedalia schools.
Seventy percent of local miners reported for work in Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania today. Many mines are ready to resume fully, but a large number of miners have left the district. All old employees are being re employed.
The Sentinel prints the first report of State Game Warden J. H. Rodes detailing work up to January 1 and offering extensive information on fish and game in the state. The pamphlet includes the full text of the game law and proves valuable for hunters and anglers.
Constable Chaney reinstates Black Hawk Billy Drake and he resumes deputy constable duties.
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