State Fair Opens Preparations Under Police and Civic Action
As opening day nears, state fair preparations intensify with livestock entries, special accommodations, and heavy crowds. Chief Ira Hinsdale names assistants including Newt Sprecher as marshal. a daytime and night staff will be mounted for security. Judge Kinsey may move operations to the grounds, while the textile department prepares displays and entry blanks are available. Officials coordinate rail time cards and amusements placement for the Sedalia fair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Rippey
Ira Hinsdale
Newt Sprecher
Tom Prentice
Frank Jackson
Mat Meyer
A. L. Dawkins
A. Hunter
W. H. Cummings
W. J. Castle
James D. White
M. W. Sterling
G. P. Warren
E. S. Shortridge
A. M. Murphy
Ben Redman
R. Wells
Bart S. Jackson
William Baker
J. T. Greer
Benton Reece
J. W. Rogers
G. F. Robertson
Judge Kinsey
Tine Governor Review Underway as Allen Examines Books
Officials announce an upcoming statement on financial affairs from January 1, 1865 to the present year. The examination, led by Allen, seeks to clarify state accounts and outstanding city matters as part of a formal report.
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Allen
Globe-Democrat
Come Out Mr Taxpayer Demands in Public Disclosure
A local letter urges the anonymous author known as Taxpayer to reveal his real name to prove honesty. The writer questions motives behind alleged county court corruption claims and asks the columnist to step from behind the nom de plume to clear suspicions.
May Declare Boycott Off or On At Labor Federation Meeting
The Federation of Labor held a meeting to dispose of Labor Day affairs and to discuss ending the boycott against the street railway. Governor Dockery, returning from a Gallatin street fair, hinted at a statewide financial exhibit from 1865 to present. An exhibit of state finances and a potential settlement with the musicians union were noted, with a Friday meeting at the band room to resolve the boycott.
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Federation of Labor
Jefferson City
Dockery
Gallatin
Messrs. Neely
John Gledhill
J. L. Cone
Musicians’ Union
Osborne
Missouri State Fair Exhibitor Ticket Policy
The secretary states exhibitor tickets are required only for exhibitors and their party while others may purchase as convenient. Except for livestock no entry charges for show articles and premiums. All vehicles admitted free to grounds during the fair. J. R. Rippey secretary.
Sampson Refutes County Court Library Claim
In a Sentinel letter F F Sampson denies any dispute with the county court over basement rooms. He states no agreement exists for his library in those rooms and recalls a prior arrangement granting two rooms to the Sedalia Natural History society with cost reimbursement upon eviction. He urges fair treatment by the county court.
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County Court
Sedalia Natural History Society
National League ball games results and standings
National League yesterday featured games at Brooklyn and Philadelphia with scores and matchups including Brooklyn vs Cincinnati and New York against Pittsburgh in a second game. A separate note mentions the Saint Louis Boston series and a special state fair premium offering embroidery prizes for girls under 14 with materials supplied.
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Brooklyn
Cohens' New Carriage For Fair Ground Traffic
Cohen Bros. of West Main street are finishing a large covered wagon to shuttle passengers between Ohio street and the State fair grounds. It will run starting Sunday on hourly trips all next week charging ten cents one way or fifteen cents round trip. They claim faster, more comfortable service than the railroads.
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Joseph Clark
Bolivar
Famil O
Cohen Bros
West Main Street
Ohio Street
State Fair Grounds
Young group hosts supper for Miss Eva Thompson at Forest Park
A Wednesday evening gathering at Forest Park provided Miss Eva Thompson of Kansas City with a complimentary supper and pleasant company. Attending were Misses Clara Maroney Orel Gorrell Mabel Kraus Mayme Maroney Alice Gorrell Hattie Gerge Eva Thompson and Messrs Si McVey Jerry Shea Earl Yankee Arthur Lister Walter Murphy Cecil Brunk and Mark Daniels.
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Forest Park
Eva Thompson
Kansas City
Hattie Gerge
Clara Maroney
Orel Gorrell
Mabel Kraus
Mayme Maroney
Alice Gorrell
Si McVey
Jerry Shea
Earl Yankee
Arthur Lister
Walter Murphy
Cecil Brunk
Mark Daniels
New Silk Paper Tablets From Dow Drug Co
Fine line of new society stationery in assorted tints featuring silk paper in tablet form from Dow Drug Company at Sec ond and Ohio.
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Dow Drug Company
Second and
Ohio
Borrowed Garments Draw Broadway Dressmaker Outline
A Broadway floor walker notes dressmakers often loan clothing to friends for short periods, stressing that items are kept away from the owner's circle to avoid exposure.
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New York
Longan's Sedalia Steam Laundry Ad
An advertisement urges patrons to choose Longan's Sedalia Steam Laundry for perfect satisfaction. It promotes professional laundry services emphasizing quality results and reliable cleaning.
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Sedalia Steam Laundry
Longan
Sedalia
Public notice on updated livestock show rules
To correct a misunderstanding I de sire that the public shall be apprised of the recent modifications of the rules of the State fail to this effect. Only exhibitors of livestock are re-
Lyceum Stock Company Opens Week at Wood's Opera House
Beginning Monday September 9 the Lyceum Stock company begins a week long engagement at Wood's new opera house. The company is highly recommended from other cities and promises merited refinement and generous patronage with up to date plays refined specialties between acts and elegant costumes.
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Lyceum Stock Company
Wood
Leary Under Fire Over AFL Steel Strike Handling
AFL leadership member Leary faces scrutiny amid steel strike tensions. Report notes internal debate over support and strategy while workers press for demands.
Spot Cash Grocer Offers 5 Percent Daily Discount
J. M. Cain at The Spot Cash Grocer 112 114 West Main announces a daily 5 percent discount to reduce stock before invoicing, valid until September 15. Phones 151.
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J. M. Cain
West Main
Wolfe's Monument in Quebec Described by London Post
A Quebec correspondent notes Wolfe's Monument in ruins with tall grass inside the iron railings a cracked column and a fading inscription Wolfe died here September 13 1750. The piece laments neglect and the monument's potential decay.
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Quebec
London Post
Wolfe
Miss Johns Hosts Reception For Visiting Ladies
Miss Margaret Johns has issued invitations for a Friday afternoon reception complimentary to visiting ladies at her home.
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Margaret Johns
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State Fair
Ilgenfritz
W. R. Turner
Shelbyville
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Lamine
Gabriel de Kreko
de Kreko
Charles Dexter
East Second
Hinsdale
Court House
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Brooks’ Skeeter
Bard’s Drug Store
Missouri State Fair
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Philadelphia
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Pittsburg
Boston
St. Louis
Cannon
Grand Central Art Department
Cohens
Rippey
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