09 Dec 1904
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Newspaper
Sedalia Weekly Conservator
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1904
Page
1
A Missouri editor denounces Southern prejudice in a critique of race and Americanism, citing Negro teachers and political figures. The piece condemns ostracism of progressive Black leaders, urges unity at Higginsville and Lexington meetings, and endorses political figures and a statewide convention in Columbia Missouri.
A stream of names and brief statuses appears as residents and visitors are recorded. Tyr J M Haris makes a Monday drive to Dresien on professional business. Mr Alexander and Mrs French host at the French home. William Andersen, a young farmer from Hous tony, visited Sedalia. Ree Richard Davis was called away to be with his ailing father. W. fl. Chae remains the contact for business orders. Jones, grand deartter of Mr Jas Plewder, was seized by convulsions Sunday morning. Jno Johnson of Nustonia, ex-student of Geo KR, visited the city and officiated at a football match between boarding and day students with a 2-to-? day score. G W Iabhard and wife from Kansas City, Kan visited Richard Sanders. Lawrence wader toent in the Tavitte Noxpatal during wife’s absence. G W Mawkins, a mkt Burnisher, aims to resume activity by spring after a long layoff. Miss Maud Lewis, a young teacher candidate, visited home from Honstenia. A. W. Liewd came from Clinton to attend the K. of P. hedge setup. Mr ierd spent the day visiting friends citywide. A C Macha of Goo R Smith College and Dr. J Harrison Jant were Sundry guests. Jack Rector of Texas visited his sisters Anna Flean and Emily Marshall this week. E W Goowtin, formerly of George BR Smith College, doing fine work for the Conservator in Kansas City, Mo. Mrs Robi Jordan confirms Conservator subscriptions for herself and her father Nathan Baggs in Marithasville, Mo.
Andrew Carnegie proposes a separate Negro library in Atlanta with a $16,000 gift, contingent on city provision of a site and annual maintenance funds equal to one percent of the gift. The city already hosts a prominent Carnegie library system funded by his prior generosity.
The speech urges civic and family duties, opposing working wives and stressing the primacy of motherhood. It argues social progress hinges on children’s health and moral upbringing, warning that without broad family support the nation faces long-term decline and debt.
A Dunklin county document circulated near the Missouri Arkansas border calls for the cession of Dunklin County to Arkansas. It accuses Missouri of disgrace for its political shift and petitions the Missouri Legislature to transfer the county. The item reflects era political sentiment and regional realignment.
A fragment discusses Southern Democratic papers contrasting their tone with earlier cries against the President. It suggests Democrats seek office at any level and mock the donkey emblem, likening it to a chameleon amid political anxiety and public pressure.
A letter pitches rail and travel packages by the M. E. T. Row with claims of quality travel, urging inquiries about winter trips to Gulf Coast, Texas, San Antonio, Mexico or California. It mentions special inducements via Katy Sleepers and asks for a reply with preferred details. The second snippet notes a Dec 4 wedding at a residence, with pastor Wartichl in charge of a church.
The Ladies and Sunday School at Taylor's Chapel MKA church state they are not connected with the Libby Park entertainment on the 2ird. Pastor R. Davis.
A St. Louis advertisement extols Thomas K. Niedrimghaas as a refined Missouri choice. It praises his education in Saint Louis, business acumen, and spotless party record, claiming he embodies the hour and should win a United States Senate seat.
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