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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1902
Page
4
The Sedalia Daily Sentinel announces publication details including publishing days and proprietor names. It lists contact in the Equitable Building at Fourth and Lamine Streets with editors H G Graffis and H Scruton and notes subscription rates for daily and weekly editions.
The Sentinel announces William J. Castle as a candidate for representative pending action by the Democratic County Convention.
Bruce Barnett announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Wettis county prosecuting attorney. The document also notes H. K. Bente as a Pettis county prosecuting attorney candidate subject to the Democratic party’s will.
James Montgomery announced as a candidate for the nomination of prosecuting attorney subject to the choice of the Democrats of Pettis County. The report notes party backing and the local political context for Pettis County.
Announcement that Judge O. E. Parsons seeks re nomination for Probate Judge of Pettis County subject to the Democratic convention on August 11, 1902. The notice identifies the political process and date for the nominating convention.
The notice announces W. L. Cress as a candidate for Judge of the Western District of Pettis County, subject to the Democratic County Convention action.
E R Wilson of Green Ridge township declares candidacy for judge of the county court in the Western district subject to the Democratic party nomination and primary processes.
Announcement states Judge N. H. Rogers will seek re nomination as justice of the peace for Sedalia township, subject to the will of the Republican party. The notice outlines the candidacy and party consideration for renomination.
The Sedalia township Democratic party announces James C. Connor as a candidate for constable subject to Democratic party action and final ballot designation.
The nation pauses tomorrow to honor soldier heroes as ships and streets resume routine after a solemn moment of memory. Citizens across towns and cities recall the dauntless soldiers of the Republic and the stories that bind generations. Nearly forty years have passed since their deeds were made known.
The article reflects on Decoration Day as a universal tribute across eras, honoring veterans who fought for the nation. It emphasizes enduring patriotism, the memory of soldiers, and the role of citizens in maintaining a republic through devotion to those who served.
The remarks come from a senator without a personal grudge or feud to settle, lending weight and gravity to his statements. This absence of bias or motive underscores the seriousness and credibility attributed to his commentary.
Tomorrow the Sentinel will go to press at noon allowing the employer to observe Decoration Day.
Observers expect J. P. Morgan to recover funds that Paderewski shipped out of the country during his European trip, restoring financial assets believed to be owed domestically.
The inquiry questions whether the Boers intend to reach a peace agreement without involvement from Web Davis, suggesting tension over leadership input and external mediation. The statement raises doubt about authorization and alliance in ongoing negotiations.
General Funston views Mount Pelée's potential as a significant strategic asset. He believes leveraging the opportunity could yield benefits for defense and regional posture.
Sweet Springs announces the death of David L. Smith a longtime resident and furniture and undertaking businessman in Sweet Springs for thirty years. He retired from active work due to a failing heart.
The Six Mile Road District of Sedalia Missouri invites bids for one half mile gravel road on Thatcherford road one half mile rock road on Marshall road and one half mile rock road on Fisher lake road according to specifications on file at the secretary ER. R. Blatr bids due June 5 1902.
The Rocham beau monument dedication was less dramatic than the christening of the Meteor III, yet the monument will endure long after the Meteor becomes a fishing smack.
Lamonte has withstood the assaults of ping-pong and golf while the rag carpet party remains the favored social diversion.
Kansas corn outlook arouses strong optimism with Atchison planning to invite President Roosevelt to attend next fall’s Corn Carnival. The surge in corn prospects signals a major agricultural celebration and civic pride in the region.
Mrs Henriette C Olberg of Albert Lea Minn writes she contracted a summer cold with throat and head catarrh that resisted usual remedies. She says Peruna quickly cured her and praises it as a valuable family medicine. The ad urges a large initial dose followed by small repeats and offers a free book from The Peruna Medicine Company Columbus Ohio.
General Manager Russell Harding of the Gould system toured Denver and Rio Grande lines and Missouri Pacific territory. He reports crop conditions are better than earlier estimated and that only severe weather can curb a large westward corn yield. he expects the railroads will be taxed to move the crop.
At Otoe near the Kansas border, snakes occupied the Santa Fe block station depot after two weeks of rain. Workers resigned from Operators House and Watson as the snakes multiplied, making removal impossible and hindering operations.
Missouri Kansas Texas freight No. 102 wrecked one half mile north of Montrose Missouri about 1 30 p m on Wednesday. Front box car left rails tearing up about 1200 feet of track delaying the train about twenty minutes and delaying following trains several hours. Conductor Charles M Ducker and engineers James Bolton Samuel Bowser named.
John Larrimore and M Quinn among listed arrivals at Clifton City. W B Gilbert fireman and W Dodd section foreman noted. Harry Traegle machinist helper and L T Smith car repairer also listed. Mumaw conductor from Smithville among names.
Carl Werner a Katy fireman is laid off. W R Highleyman made a business trip to Raymond. Engineer James Bolton of Katy attends court. F C Lackey a Parsons boilermaker visits family. Charles Taylor Katy time inspector arrives from St Louis. A box car derailment on Katy Eastern delays No 3 about 30 minutes. Robert Phelan resigns as Missouri Pacific brakeman to join Katy. Robert Hilton resigns from Katy to seek position in St Louis. Henry K Moir Missouri Pacific roundhouse foreman injured by a cinder. M W Cadle Missouri Pacific Engineers Grievance com mittee elected trustee of L E insurance dept for two years.
A planned day of prayer for rain in Ashland was postponed due to wet weather, forcing the service to be rescheduled.
Rev. Fr. Brannan spoke on Purgatory to a full criminal court room audience last night. The address lasted one hour and three quarters and drew high praise as one of the finest efforts heard in the city. Tonight he will speak on Indulgences and The Blessed Virgin.
Georgetown Missouri May 2 The Ladies Aid society announces an ice cream social at the school house on Saturday evening May 31 All residents are invited Mrs Mary Hardin visited her
Mrs John Dow attended the Children’s day exercises at the Baptist church last Sunday. Mrs Cockerell of Sedalia visited her sister Mrs Jackets, and Mrs E C White of Sedalia visited friends in the vicinity.
All Odd Fellow lodges and Rebekahs will assemble at the First Christian church next Sunday evening for a joint service. Rev. F. O. Fannon, a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, will deliver a sermon titled The Trip to Jericho.
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