13 Nov 1905
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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1905
Page
1
The czar asserts under no circumstances will Poland be permitted to form a separate government. The statement emphasizes central authority and unity amid political tensions.
St. Petersburg reports warn Polish nationalists against revolt as Russia reiterates that Poland is integral to the empire. Authorities cite ukase reforms, religious liberty, and participation rights while declaring Vistula districts in a state of war until order is restored.
Sedalia Mayor Babcock calls a city mass meeting at 7 30 p m in the council chamber to seek solutions to the street railway’s failure to extend to the News Shops addition and ease transportation for workers in the Missouri Pacific Railway general shops project. The notice urges all business interests to attend November 14 1205.
Webb City bidders claim Sedalia franchise cost $2590 but the payment check shows only 600. Leist says he secured $600, $100 above the group’s earlier offer after Sedalia was nearly dropped. The row stems from executive votes and public boasts by Webb City backers.
The corner stone of Calvary parish hall was laid Sunday at 3 o clock with ceremonies led by Rt. Rev. Bishop At will of Kansas City. A vested choir performed a fine musical program and talks by Rev. Joan K. Dunn and Rev. C. R. Stearns plus local speakers were well received. The granite stone rests at the southwest foundation corner for the new building.
Humane society members will meet Tuesday afternoon at 3 30 at the court house rest rooms instead of 4 30 as previously announced.
St. Petersburg readers see reformers divided as moderates and ultra radicals resist aiding Count Witte. They fear a failed transition, with old court factions seeking a reaction and a possible plunge into anarchy unless Witte gains stable support. The emperor’s irreversible move risks clashes if reformers do not unify.
A heated protest urges action on transportation to unlock the trade from new shop employees and boost store room values. Speakers demand solutions and question the delay impacting Sedalia’s commercial heart.
In Logan near Charleston two confessions unfold as Sid Woody senior admits killing Coon Conley after the body was found in the woods. His son Sid Woody Jr confesses he killed Conley to take his father’s place, but the judge cannot act without proper legal procedure. A separate notice describes a visit by British and American naval officers to New York and Coney Island events for Prince Louis of Battenberg with Associated receptions and a sailors dinner.
The New York briefing notes a program for the entertainment of visiting British squadron officers. The event aims to bolster morale and foster camaraderie with American hosts during their port visit.
Annie Murphy seven year old, living with grandfather C. A. Thompson on Randolph Street, is in critical condition after accidental burns last week. Her dress caught fire from burning grass and flames severely damaged her arms and legs, with recovery now doubtful.
The Calvary Episcopal church ladies have postponed their rummage sale for one week because they could not secure the Beiler Grocery building at Main and Lamine streets this week.
The article explains the split log drag as a practical tool to improve public roads. It describes construction using two 9 foot logs with holes and oak bars, and how hitching position influences digging and compaction. It notes effectiveness on clay roads and limited impact in sandy soil.
Prince Louis of Battenberg lunched with the Chamber of Commerce in New York and spent the afternoon at Coney Island. Jackies from both squadrons were entertained and taken out on three excursion steamers. Six thousand bottles of beer featured in the program before a horse show and Lambs club visit.
The president of Metropolis Life Insurance Co. acknowledged borrowing from company banks at fourteen percent interest, revealing a small interest loan arrangement.
New York November 13 1902 1905 era details emerge as Metropolitan Insurance President Hegerman testifies he was charged 414 percent interest on large loans from Vermyle and company and given a 3 percent rebate for bookkeeping reasons. Vermyle official says rebate owed to him as a good customer.
Mrs. Stedman, wife of the Rock Island agent at Binger, was shot dead after discovering two burglars robbing the depot. One assailant fired as she started to alarm others. citizens join officers in the pursuit.
Apache and Wichita tribes of the Improved Order of Red Men plan a joint class initiation on the last meeting night in November. An expected 75 to 100 new members will be admitted. The order recently issued a directive calling for such initiations in towns with local organizations.
New York November 13 opening day of the twenty first national horse show at Madison Square Garden attracts thousands of equine enthusiasts. Prizes total 37000 with coveted Waldorf Astoria cup and American Coaching Club four in hand trophy among top honors. Amateur riders vie for many cups including the Hotel Martinique plate and Aldie Challenge Cup as the event runs all week with three daily sessions.
Judge Truxel imposed fines totaling 252 dollars in police court this morning. Minnie Maupin Ruth Brown Ollie Fisher Will Dodson Frank Hughes and Turner Etan were fined 25 dollars each. Frank James received 2 dollars for disturbing the peace after an altercation with Wilbur Baldwin near the new theatre. Baldwin was dismissed. Mary Daniels, ordered to stay away from Sedalia, faced parole violation charges and was fined 100 dollars with options including jail or leaving town. police favored the latter.
The forecast calls for fair conditions tonight and Tuesday with cooler air arriving Tuesday and for the northern portion tonight.
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