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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1904
Page
4
The article details police questioning of Mrs. Myers over a murder and robbery theory. She questions neighbors who washed blood from walls, describes an unlocked back door, and notes the dog’s strange behavior during the detectives’ search.
Sedalia hosts nine straight wins as Goldbugs head home with Gus Albert’s crew. They face Topeka Jointists in League Park with Curtis pitching for Sedalia and either Carter or Howie opposing. Gramley shines at second as the team pursues a possible ten straight.
Iola, Kansas defeats Joplin 18 to 10 on a wet field. Rit ter took the loss after a rough first inning marked by mistakes behind him, while Morgan pitched decently with solid defense and support from Iola. Joplin rallied for rain in the fifth but it did not arrive in time to alter the result.
Leavenworth defeated Fort Scott in a low scoring affair yesterday, avoiding standout plays by grouping hits in the seventh inning. Weather was noted as very cold, with Woodbury and Fredericks on the mound for Leavenworth and Cates and Meyers for Fort Scott.
Pittsburg defeated Springfield 5 to 0 as Horton pitched well and Horton’s mound work led the shutout. Coach notes highlight Davis’ control for Sedalia and Topeka bats struggle, with Abbott blamed for Sissley’s timing. Plans proceed to complete St Patrick's church with bids next Wednesday and foundation work beginning soon.
Sedalia’s fast ball club impresses as the Capital notes their speed may outpace Missouri Valley contenders. Topeka observers warn the team could be overreaching or risking mishaps.
The International Mercantile Agency reports improvement in trade through the past week as weather improves and fall prospects brighten. Dry goods salesmen note strong southwest business and winter wheat benefits from milder conditions.
The Junior Sunday school union will meet at the usual hour tomorrow with Rev. D. M. Clagett as leader.
Juniors led weekly auditorium exercises with a devotional by Professor Killian and an address on Citizenship by Harvey D. Dow. The program featured piano solo by Cecil Lyons trombone by Walter Dalby a vocal by Miss Florence Scott and a quartet selection. Seniors begin exams next Wednesday with standings announced the following Monday. The high school baseball team travels to Clinton next Tuesday. The High School Cadets have disbanded for the year.
Sale advertisement for a small drug store at 36 Ohio Street listed by B. Shobe & Son. Includes inquiry contact for potential buyers.
Dick Patterson, a young colored man from Jefferson City, was arraigned before Magistrate Truxel and sentenced to twenty days hard labor beating rock for disturbing the peace by striking Henry Bush, a small boy, with a cane on Thursday afternoon.
Dr Stephen A Northrop delivered a heart searching appeal inviting Christ into hearts. The message moved several to respond and come forward. Tonight he preaches his last sermon and a strong service is expected with more additions.
An ad seeks a skilled sober barber either for salary or as a partner. Good proposition offered. Apply at 105 West Third Street.
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