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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1901
Page
4
A Sedalia Missouri notice outlines editorials on political figures including Senator Platts, Mr Kruger, Schley testimony, Emma Goldman lectures being resisted, Lord Kitchener's stay in South Africa, and Minister Wu's new regard for Western civilization after learning the two step.
A note mocks a ban by Kitchener on moving officers pianos to camp while implying a few sharps could be smuggled in. The quip reflects wartime restrictions and humorous resistance to control measures.
The triennial Ep is cop al convention in San Francisco rejects a canon on remarriage of divorced persons with exceptions for preexisting causes, seen as a defeat for J Pierpont Morgan. The Saint Louis Globe-Democrat is urged to acknowledge the outcome now that state records reveal no gaps.
Kansas City murder suspect Bud Taylor remains slated for execution on November 29 amid questions over his sanity. court records indicate prosecutors argue his actions show intent, while defense contends mental illness undermines culpability.
A note from Mexico reports a man fined for Sunday labor, illustrating that Missouri blue laws remain in effect and enforce restrictions on Sunday work.
W. F. Wright of Warsaw was at the Sicher house last night, a brief social mention noting his presence in local circles.
Advertisement-style note touts Hostetter's with fifty years of cures and safe relief for dyspepsia indigestion flatulency belching nervousness and insomnia. It urges recognition of the genuine bottle by a private die stamp over the neck.
Green McFarland of Beaman buys Duroc swine at the St Louis fair. George W Ethridge to join R V Denny barber at 108 West Second. A son born yesterday to Mr and Mrs John Mattersheimer 1520 South Ohio. Mark A McGruder, admitted to the bar last June, takes desk with Judge Louis Hoffman. Government crop report shows 52.1 percent versus 51.7 last month. C M A fraternity holds a smoker and literary program. State W C T U convention to be held at Louisiana Mo on the 22nd. Sedalia ladies to attend. A trespass case lands a man in Illinois bound for four days. Deputy Constable Tom Gresham resigns to join Kansas City cable line. North Mill street row over poultry. Dr Wood brings Lover's Lane to town for Friday night. Chi literary society elects I C Stanley president Melton vice president Ethel Blosser secretary Kirk Steele treasurer Willie Dyer sergeant at arms. Funeral of Mrs Mary V Anderson of St Louis held at her mother's home 222 East Fifth with Rev A A Boyd officiating. Choir members listed and body interred at city cemetery. Pallbearers: Mayor Babcock J N McNeil Charles Bard Butler Dixon John Anderson C J Wilson.
Edward Forshay who shot his wife Edna May Stokes daughter of Mrs Blondell of this city has been sent to the asylum in Chicago. The Epworth League of the Fifth Street M E church South will hold its monthly business meeting tonight with Rev Barnes the new pastor expected to attend.
Thursday's school program featured Bach at a pupil recital. Prof I N Far ris performed several of the composer’s best works, showcasing the students and their instructor’s musical focus.
The John T. Heard residence on West Broadway had its insurance adjusted Thursday to 1500 dollars. F. F. Combs' household goods insurance was also adjusted satisfactorily.
Emmett Hurley resigns as salesman at William Courtneys shoe store and accepts a position at Sedalia National Bank replacing Phil Lamm who has also resigned.
After months of effort Dr Wood brings Wm A Brady's celebrated play Lover's Lane to town for a single performance next Friday night. The production promises a full house and strong audience interest.
Judge David Kinsey and his son Ross came home from a two day hunting trip in Cooper county bringing two large wild geese a mink and many squirrels.
A young man named Oscar Jordon is reported missing by his parents, who say he was last seen near home. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the local police station.
Charles Ferguson, a young farmer from five miles north of Warsaw, Missouri, was arrested on a charge of forgery after allegedly selling hogs to Moore and Stone of Cole Camp and receiving checks he then raised. He has retained W. V. Morgan as his defense. several raised checks have already been found.
The funeral for Frank Hoffman was held this afternoon at the Hoffman residence 218 South Grand Avenue. Rev. Surface of the Cumberland Presbyterian church and Dr. Fuller of the First Baptist church conducted the service. Burial followed in the city cemetery with pallbearers R. F. Harris, J. D. Donnahue, J. C. Williams, Charles E. West, J. S. Stevens, and J. A. Ware named.
East Broadway Christian church's Ladies' Aid held its annual election last Wednesday. Mrs. H. B. Cole declined re election after four years as president and was succeeded by Mrs. C. F. McVey. New officers include First vice president Mrs. W. D. Spicer and second vice president Mrs. S. M. Williams. Other roles go to Mrs. Kate Drechsler secretary and Mrs. J. A. Bradley treasurer, with auditing by Mrs. F. Raines and Mrs. H. B. Cole.
The bankrupt stock and fixtures of Phil E. Ott will be sold at private sale at the old Bank of Commerce building corner Second and Ohio on October 19 1901 Sealed bids on stock and fixtures or soda fountain alone due by 12 o clock noon Certified checks for 100 payable to the trustee J R Meyers Trustee Reserve right to reject any bids
J. Luther Labban the renowned grocery drummer spoke with dealers today in a feature interview. He discussed market trends and community role while engaging with local merchants.
Any person who will distribute circulars for 3 dollars per day should address Standard Co. 4 Wells Chicago. Steady position. No canvassing.
A pair of gold rimmed spectacles were found on the west side of Ohio street between Donnahue and Combs real estate office and McClellan’s book store. Finder should return them to McClellan’s store for a reward.
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