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Newspaper
Sedalia Weekly Conservator
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1908
Page
1
A Denver reader laments Springfield's desecration of Lincoln’s memory, condemning violent passions that led to brutal killings. The poem questions civilization’s veneer, urges reason, and mourns the nation’s stain while calling Springfield to reform.
Steve Jones, aged Longwood resident and Progressive Farmers member, died August 26 1908 at his home near Longwood Missouri after ten days illness from brain congestion. He owned a farm and led an honest life supported by devoted friends and family including his wife and one daughter.
Carrie Mes, Lucas family mourn the loss of their son with a large turnout. The service was held at the home conducted by Rev Thos Davis. Pallbearers Thos Martin James White Albert Morehead Green Taylor and Dickey Jimmerson. Burial followed at Old Colorado Cemetery. The verse notes his eternal sleep until resurrection.
State Chairman Dickey visits congressional districts to energize the Republican organization and spur voter turnout in November. He is described as energetic and capable, with supporters noting loyal leadership and a strong plan to mobilize voters, contrasting with past accusations about patronage and endorsements.
The Lincoln School will open next Monday and parents are urged to send children on the first day or week. The Compulsory Educational Law requires children 8 to 16 to attend at least half the term, with enforcement to begin now. The Board of Education has added a new Manuel Training building during the summer for immediate use, with Prof Hubbard overseeing its integration.
Kentucky Reporter profiles Deal Jackson a respected Black farmer near Albany Georgia who has marked the states first bale of cotton seventh time in a row. he is self reliant with solid credit and a reputation for honest hard work, uplifting the race and suggesting more such farmers could ease race tensions.
A fragmentary notice from the Grand Lodge United Brothers of Friendship condemns mob violence and prejudice. It pledges to support law, urge citizens to uphold security, and endorses officials and newspapers opposing crime while urging colored citizens to avoid suspicion of sympathy with criminals. Signatories include J. T. Caston, C. H. Tandy, Chris Harvey, H. C. Vaughn, and C. G. Williams.
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