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Newspaper
Sedalia Weekly Conservator
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1906
Page
2
The Sedalia Weekly Conservator lists W. H. Huston as editor and publisher. Published every Monday morning and entered at the Sedalia Post Office as second class matter.
A Pettis county piece urges Negro voters to reject party bosses and oily talk. It argues for independent, informed choices based on past deeds and public records. It warns against secret counsels and “vote straight” rhetoric, urging courage to seek true opportunities for the race.
Local politics note Charl ey W Daugherty seeks another term as circuit clerk in Pettis County. Opponent Asbury Goodknight challenges him while Sheriff I N Sprecher, described as a Pettis County Democrat with broad support among Black residents, aims for re election amid ongoing campaign commentary.
A political pamphlet urges Black voters to back incumbent Republicans and deter Democratic challengers in county offices. It praises several candidates, notes ties to Black communities, and warns against crime while urging swift action against lawbreakers to prevent racial conflict.
A letter from A N Johnson editor Mobile Press asserts a plain spoken message to leading Black leaders. It warns that mob vengeance looms if idle members persist and crime follows idleness, urging action to prevent violence and preserve state money and youth.
The Lafayette County Republicans announce candidates for a November 6 election. Glover Branch seeks representative. A. G. Phetzing Lexington for Prosecuting Attorney. Charles Rigg Higginsville for Circuit Clerk. John Taubman for Treasurer. Nice Sill Lexington for Sheriff. Mike Gavin Lexington for Recorder. J. S. Klingenberg Concordia for Judge, Eastern District. Dr. Frank McGinniss Higginsville for Coroner.
The Women's Home Missionary Society Central Missouri Conference held district meetings in August. St Joseph district met in Mexico and organized an auxiliary. St Louis district gathered in Rolla for its third district meeting with reports of progress. Sedalia district met in Sedalia for its second meeting. Officials named include Mrs W J Bethel of Independence and Mrs J M Harrin of Kansas City.
Are awa K. of P? The KNIGHTS of PYTHIAS are described as the strongest and most progressive Negroes in the imperial state. The four departments cover health care, youth military education, family and home life, and community church duties. For lodge formation contact A. W. Lloyd, Grand Chancellor, 3137 Pine Street, St. Louis, Missouri.
Two years ago there were six members. Last October they pledged 3100 for a general fund and 3206 Silver Offering at the Indianapolis meeting. They have raised 9230 for the general fund and 812425 for the Silver Offering. They expect to raise the balance of the Silver Offering as all was pledged. Miss Martha Joiner and Miss Eliza Watkins will represent the conference at the Lincoln Nebraska meeting. Mes A A Hexzty-
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