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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1900
Page
1
The Sentinel's expose on Sedalia's vice prompts calls for decisive action to restore health and growth. Critics claim hurt to the city, but supporters argue public justice and business interests demand frank discussion and cleanup of West Osage Street dens and related crime. Will citizens back the reform effort.
Leeton Masons celebrated the dedication of their new hall on a Saturday night. District Deputy Epperson of Sedalia led ceremonies with guests from Sedalia Warrensburg Clinton Windsor Calhoun and other points. Two candidates received the Master Mason degree followed by a banquet.
The Rev Ben Deering once lectured as an evangelist in Warrensburg and Cal Springs. He joined Mark Hanna's political circle and held republican campaign roles. His revival in Warrensburg failed, drawing small crowds, leaving him deeply in debt but undeterred by the setback.
The text describes a minister who offered to campaign for free silver in the county at no cost per stump. The Democratic campaign managers accepted the offer with a pay scale of $2.50 per day for one speech and $5 for two speeches. He left his ministerial garb to become a political spellbinder.
Chicago faith healer John Alexander Dowie clashed with London meetings audience calling critics liars and ruffians. He accused reporters of car taunting and warned them to leave the floor. He criticized backers of Zion City and questioned financial support from the press.
The Rev Tyrreles Neraions delivered two splendid sermons in Sedalia on Sunday highlighting faith and reform. The pastor spoke passionately on moral renewal and community duty drawing praise from attendees and local churches.
The Epworth League convention gathers at the German M E church in Sedalia with Sedalia Smithton and Boonville delegates. Rev J H Fiedler presides, Miss Laura Johnson notes, Rev Reichard speaks on A Bright Star in a Dark Night, plus Sunday school and auxiliary activities.
The text notes a church meeting on November 4 inviting all living members including former pastors. Rev Frank Tyrrell of the First Church of Chicago preached two sermons at First Christian, then departed for home. Rev Putnam preached at Tyrrell's Chicago church.
In Sedalia a divorce suit is filed by Bessie Greer now Bessie Allen against her husband J. H. Greer alleging beating and threats amid desertion claims. The case notes include other circuit entries with notices of appeal and receivership actions in local matters.
Ex merchant I D Dobbs last seen after deserting wife in Warrensburg. Wife in Warrensburg seeks him or revenge as Dobbs took goods and family toward Oklahoma. She from Galesburg Illinois says he collected about 650 dollars from her via a draft sent for deposit. She accuses possible forgery and seeks redress.
William Hunter a Garden City dentist formerly of Pittsville Johnson county was convicted for assault on the Shrock girls at Cass county circuit court and sentenced to prison terms. An appeal to the Kansas City court of appeals was granted and bond set at 1000 in the first case and 500 in the second. The bond was signed by William Hunter Elizabeth Saddler and David T Hunter. He may remain free until the case is disposed of.
Adam Schibb was fined for drunkenness in police court, and J. H. Summers jailed. John Henry may be sent to the Nevada insane asylum. Laura King and Liz Jennings fined $2 each by Police Judge Truxel for drunkenness and fighting. An appeal was allowed in L. B. Atkinson vs Missouri Pacific with bond $1,200.
Charles Pudry will relocate the Plaza barber shop to 105 West Third Street behind Sedalia National Bank and reopen after Tuesday morning, October 23, with baths and a fully equipped, comfortable shop ready for business.
The body of Grandma Yeater, who died in Windsor Saturday, arrived this morning and was buried at the local cemetery. Burial services were conducted by Stephen Pirkey.
The Columbia and Sedalia ball teams did not play a game here Sunday as scheduled, with the contest canceled for weather or other reasons.
The C. B. C. football squad traveled to Marshall this morning to meet the local team in today’s game.
The Social Democrats will gather tonight at the Liederkrantz hall for a local meeting. The event invites members and supporters to discuss party activities and local issues.
A male chorus organized in Sedalia under the name Sedalia Quartette Club aims to study vocal music and foster social intercourse among local musicians. Membership limited to twenty six with rehearsals Mondays at 7 30 p m. An officers list includes Rev E W Clippinger president and W H Hogg director.
Congressman Cooney will speak in Sedalia Thursday night in his first and only appearance this campaign. Local residents are urged to attend and greet him well.
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