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Newspaper
Sedalia Sunday Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1905
Page
1
The report outlines the fatal incident in Golden, Missouri, describing the events leading to the death of Clay Musselman and noting authorities are investigating. No further sensational details are provided but the case is treated as a tragic death and official inquiry continues.
The remains of H. Clay Musselman who died Friday after being crushed between a baggage car and a mail car on Missouri Pacific train No. 9 were brought to Sedalia and laid to rest at the First Christian church after an inquest. He was about 20 and the son of Perry W. Musselman of St. Louis. John Alexander and Thomas Flynn, his companions, witnessed the tragedy near Holdenville. Pallbearers included Walter Weeks and Gentry Walburn. burial was in Sedalia city cemetery.
Miss Lillian Mytie Brandt, a graduate of Grege's violin school, will give a recital Monday evening at the First Congregational church assisted by Mrs. W. D. Steele's voice pupils. The program features Eilenberg String Orchestra, Rode Violin Concerto No. 7, Dudley Buck songs, and medal and diploma awards by Rev. S. M. Lesher. James A. Gibson leaped into Niagara Falls rapids seeking relief from death.
James A. Gibson a 45 year old Buffalo insurance man, distraught by pain, leaped from Goat Island bridge into the Niagara rapids. A crowd rushed for a life line but Gibson weakened by exertion lost his grip and was swept toward the falls. He was rescued from a rock briefly but died in the current. a note in his coat spoke of pain and the wish to let his mind go.
John M. Glenn postmaster at Sedalia Missouri says four thousand people have moved to Sedalia in the last month in preparation for the opening of the Missouri Pacific shops. He was in Kansas City yesterday to discuss the move.
Mr. Glenn notes three new rural mail carriers bringing total to eleven. Six rural free delivery routes out of Sedalia show rising business as the city’s population is estimated at 22,000. Shops to be ready for operation in two to three months.
Fred H. Wilson a former Sedalia insurance solicitor and chief clerk at the Indian warehouse is held in New York on $10 000 bond for padding government payroll. He allegedly passed worthless notes on George Kehl and faces likely years in prison upon return.
A harsh report condemns child labor practices binding youths to drudgerous home labor. It details families using children to perform manual tasks, limiting education and future opportunities. Officials urge reforms and enforcement of protective laws.
Chicago authorities expose a system of child labor where underage girls and boys from orphanages are farmed out to households as servants. Cases unfold in multiple courts as Superintendent Bodine files charges against guardians and home-finding institutions for violating compulsory education laws and mistreatment.
Rev Shelton III pastor of the Baptist church at Clarksburg among B Y P A delegates in the city fell suddenly ill Friday. A physician revived him and he was allowed to depart for Clarksburg once more.
The Green Ridge jury could not agree on a verdict in the T. J. Crose case. Prosecution led by Judge G. F. Longan and defense by W. D. Steele failed to resolve guilt or acquittal over selling ice cream on Sunday under a $2.90 church license. If arrests continue, Mr. Close may sell ice cream today and face further action.
Over a hundred Elks and guests enjoyed a Friday night outing at Forest Park. The event opened with a trolley ride from the club rooms, featured music and toasts, and closed after a long program with refreshments and stories.
Washington reports pen paralysis spreading among government heads as requests to loosen attestation requirements grow. The issue affects all departments where documents involving money must bear signatures from top officials or assistants, wasting time. A plan similar to Daniel Manning’s Treasury workaround is being considered by Congress or auditors.
Officials lament time wasted on signing routine mail. A paralytic officer was once allowed to sign, while others now grant similar privileges. Many department heads spend hours daily approving mail that could be rubber stamped or discarded by messengers.
The Arlington Pharmacy repeats its diamond ring and gold watch contest with Miss Elsie Reynolds last year winning a diamond among 10 000 and 11 000 coupons. The store promises a free valuable prize to a lucky participant.
Fidelity council No 53 Knights and Ladies of Security held a regular meeting last night and initiated Mrs C M Starr Mrs Schneider Arthur Englund J Cox Rolla Bowman It was decided to purchase regalia at a cost of 400 dollars.
Watermelons arrived on the local market from Texas in good supply. Retail prices ran 45 50 and cents with large fruit noted. Despite high prices buyers bought freely as sales moved briskly.
A fishing party led by G. A. Bras and son Charles with John Tegler George Hopkins Tony Turner Lawrence Northway and Robert M. return home from Flat Creek after an enjoyable outing.
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