09 Nov 1905
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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1905
Page
1
Hearst continues campaign push for mayoral bid in New York on a platform of municipal ownership. He emphasizes active steps and policy proposals while challenging opponents.
New York and Washington report a heated election aftermath with Hearst alleging 30 000 fraudulent votes and 1090 inspectors tied to Tammany Hall. Jerome vows immediate probes while Pattison wins Ohio by about 49 000, and the mayoral recount fight challenges McClellan versus Hearst in New York.
A marriage license was issued to Charles A. Gamber of Sedalia and Addie M. Bidwell of Green Ridge. Rev Frank Y. Campbell, new pastor of the First Baptist church, officiated at the ceremony in the recorder's office with Deputy Recorder Williams and Miss Overstreet present.
A missionary survivor recounts escape from a brutal massacre in China. He details abhorrent acts and a city shaken by violence, with authorities pursuing responsible parties and aid reaching affected residents.
Dr. Mackle, survivor, describes brutal killings of missionaries. Women and a little girl were stripped, thrown into a river, then stoned and speared. Mr. Pease and wife were paraded naked, Peale killed before his wife, who was slain similarly. Dr. Mackle is a physical wreck from the ordeal and escape. The report also notes a prize drawing and social notes from the same event.
A Sentinel visit to the Sedalia offices found no agents soliciting new business or writing applications. The company representative said premiums on existing policies were being received as usual.
The New York Life local office in Kansas City said no official word on Vandiver's ouster or removal has been received and business continues as usual while awaiting instructions from corporate leaders.
Catholic Knights and Ladies of America branch 159 held a meeting in Glass hall last evening and entertained many friends at a euchre event. Thirty three tables were in use.
Mr Will McClure and Miss Mary Aldridge residing near Hughesville were granted a marriage permit on Wednesday and will be married this evening at the bride’s home.
Thousands along the North River front witness the British cruiser squadron under Prince Louis of Battenberg as ships pass Governor's Island and anchor near Forty-Second Street. Admiral Evans and Prince Louis exchange salutes before social entertainments and planned visits, while local court activity in Sedalia remains quiet.
The Southern Immigration and Quarantine Conference began in Chattanooga with governors from Tennessee and other Southern states and leaders from commerce groups in attendance. Sessions outline harmonizing quarantine rules and boosting legal immigration while excluding undesired entrants. Evening programs feature speeches by Governor Glenn of North Carolina and others, with top addresses by Congressman Underwood and W. T. Tyler.
Rumor that D H Smith sought a compromise with the city proved baseless. Sheriff Kelly told the Sentinel that the plaintiff would likely close his case this afternoon and that the city would present testimony tomorrow.
No criminal cases have been filed in Sedana justice courts since last Saturday causing local officials to note an unusual lull and prompting observers to consider factors behind the quiet period.
Miss May Hawkins was hostess to the Sans Gene club on Wednesday. Prizes awarded included Mrs Spencer’s club prize a pretty candlestick and the guest prize a fine hat pin won by Mrs Edmund Meyer of New York City visiting Mrs E F Yancey. Refreshments featured scalloped oysters hot biscuits pickles ices and coffee.
London reports Walter Vaughan Morgan was invested as lord mayor in a ceremony with a grand parade through the city. The procession featured municipal officials, guilds, soldiers, sailors, and bands, ending with formalities at the law courts and courts of appeals. Morgan, a bachelor, chose his niece Mrs Hornby Steer as Lady Mayoress.
President Hegeman of Metropolitan Life testified in the insurance inquiry that his salary rose to 100000 a year from 15000 twenty years earlier. The first vice president’s pay climbed from 7000 to 75000 in the same period.
Russian artillerymen stationed at Fort Saint Petersburg mutinied and gained control overpowering command. Military authorities report the mutiny disrupted fortress operations and sparked a security clampdown. People in the city remain uncertain as officials investigate the incident and coordinate responses.
Kronstadt fortress artillerymen mutinied and killed their officers in St. Petersburg. They looted stores depots and the navy club, brought machine guns into play, and faced resistance from other troops. The mutiny caused widespread destruction across the town as fighting raged all day. Simultaneously General Trepoff resigned as chief of police amid a record of cruelty.
It is reported that the department of justice will proceed with beef trust prosecutions despite Commissioner Garfield allegedly promising immunity for evidence from the investigation of their methods.
Horace Rumsey wins the Moberly lighting contract and seeks to buy stock in the old Moberly company. He reports disposing of his newly formed company’s stock for 180 000 dollars. Sedalia and Moberly public utilities face parallel troubles as Joseph Clark handled deals across both cities. The Moberly council delays pavement work awaiting street railway answers, mirroring Sedalia’s stance.
Jefferson City November 9 Superintendent Vandiver announced that the New York Life Insurance Company ouster action prohibits only new business in Missouri. He stated the order is a suspension, not a revocation, and can be lifted if the company meets the insurance department requirements.
The Sentinel announces a chicken pie supper tonight at the First Christian church hosted by the Protherhood of Andrew and Philip. Members will serve, offering a square meal from 5 to 9 p.m. Proceeds support Brotherhood activities.
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