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Newspaper
Sedalia Weekly Conservator
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1904
Page
4
Local page notes a candidate named for Pettix County treasurer. The notice lists official roles and mentions filing or eligibility tied to county voters and a formal process to enter the race.
A fragmented OCR listing of Republican ticket candidates across national and state races. Names include Cortes B Wallridge as governor, John Swanger, Heney Weiler, Javot Ginttieh, Morbert S. Hadies, Frank Wightoan, James M. Jiolimeon, J. J Spr vinson, Louis Woreman, and others for roles such as secretary of state auditor treasurer attorney general railroad commissioner supreme court judge and various county and city posts.
The text questions issues in Lafayette county about farmers and neighboring communities. It urges self reliance for Negroes to build stock and other products, to gain information about themselves, and to demonstrate capabilities to others. It stresses exerting full energy to realize potential and avoid failure.
Readers are reminded that talk is cheap and that electing officers, enacting laws, and upholding justice requires actual voting. Citizens are urged to participate in upcoming ballots to turn discuss into action and strengthen governance.
A partial OCR text discusses a public assembly or meeting involving young people and a local public space. The readable elements reference participation and a possible event at a civic venue, with unclear dates or organizers. Further specifics are not legible.
The passage praises straightforward public life and supports leaders like Theodore Roosevelt and Jax. W. Pols, urging honesty in politics and a move away from dissipated behavior as it pledges to drive corruption from public service.
A compact note observes constant presence of men and women in strong character and progressive action, hinting at ongoing social engagement and civic duty within the community.
The Provident hospital and nurse training school in St Louis, run by Black physicians, will receive a permanent home. The hospital, founded 1895, has relied on charity. plans to purchase the property at Seanmont and Margen avenues for expansion and stability, with a projected cost around 310000. Officers listed include President 1S Willimst, VP FL Scott, VP W. Garden, Secretary Tatehing Inge, Treasurer TD A Gurtie.
The Modern Woodmen Foresters prepare for the national encampment in St. Louis on September 2 and 3 with a $5,000 appropriation from the Louisiana Purchase Exposition authorities for drill prizes. Allocations include Battalion drill 1200, Senior team drill 1425, Junior team drill 943, Pony team drill 805, quarters inspection 180, sentry duty 148, and band prizes 200, plus special prizes announced by General John H. Mitchell for individual excellence among team captains and Foresters.
The article discusses the countryman on the farm as the core citizen, repeatedly required to demonstrate rugged independence and steadfast qualities that define the nation’s traditional character. It emphasizes the farmer as a central figure in American history and identity.
A dated timetable describes rail promos with round trip fares from St. Louis and Missouri cities to California routes. It notes August 1 to September 10 sale period, specific city fares, and weekly Lovrist tours to the coast, highlighting comfort and convenience for travelers.
George Blackburn Wilson left money for Gillin to attend the Sunde School convention. Edward Combs, Maccluth rie, and Maud Jackson returned Monday after visiting friends in Arrow Rock and Hoonville. Leonard Sundry and Lester Parker of Arrow Rock visited, Mrs Tishie Carter and Annie May left for Sedalia to attend the State Fair. Mattie Iinley Maury Arnold and Misses Elias and Mattie Poindester attended the Gilliam assoc, Drs. Mary Wilson traveled to Alma. Mr and Mrs Joe Guthrie moved to Sweet Springs. Willis Clark and Gertrude Jennings of Pleasant Grove, Ellen Williams and Lilly Carter of Kansas visited Jane Guthrie. Green Wilson's group spent Sunday in Mapayeal. Those attending the Gilliana yearly association included Mapalee Twin, Mia Brooks, Jennie Wilson, Elia Richardson, Annie Carter, Rev. Henry Arnol y. Liesie Stewart of Wave rly guests of Mrs. Max Wilson. Little Lillian Parker visiting Nellie Combs. Isaac Combs and family guests of Mr. and Mrs. George Seals.
In Little Rock on a August morning Clinton Brown shot Miss Anna Piper, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bilis Piper. The pistol discharged as Brown claimed it went off accidentally while he was handling the weapon, the coroner's inquest ruling the act a criminal accident after Anna Piper died five hours later.
A Katy railroad notice promotes round trip excursion tickets for 150 dollars from St. Louis and intermediate Missouri points to destinations in Indian Territory Oklahoma and Texas. Tickets are valid 21 days from sale with liberal overnight stays. The ad encourages sending literature to invite friends to visit and view the state.
The notice outlines a special fare event with tickets on sale August 24 to September 4. It mentions multiple trains serving Katy area, advises seeing local agents, and promotes the upcoming Chautauqua season with enhanced arrangements for crowds.
A sizable crowd gathered for a Grand Ball hosted by Scott Joplin on Wednesday evening. The event featured a neatly carried program, refreshments, and an enjoyable time for attendees.
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