28 Oct 1904
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Newspaper
Sedalia Weekly Conservator
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1904
Page
1
The item outlines Democratic and Republican lines in Missouri politics, listing candidates such as Cyrus Walbridge and John Welborn, plus judges and officials. It discusses party popularity, a Sedalia demonstration with Fairbanks and Mason speeches, and signals a likely Republican victory next month amid Democratic party criticism and calls for change in Missouri.
Clemens Honkompt is announced as a candidate for Pettis County Treasurer. The announcement notes the office is subject to the will of voters in Pettis County and implies a formal candidacy heading into the election.
Undecided citizens urged to align with Republicans citing strong governance from executive to departments. While acknowledging past mistakes, the era is praised for fewer errors under the Republican regime and the protection of rights for African Americans and all citizens. The call is for unity to elect Theodore Roosevelt and supporters under his leadership.
The stop of Vice Presidential candidate Charles W. Fairbanks and his party in this state and city marks a significant sign that the National Republican Organization is sanguinely hopeful of changing the electoral vote here.
A town religious gathering is planned at Vaylor Chapel on Sunday October 29 with M Church and St. Dir. Gini of St Louis attending. The event aims to raise funds and support the cause, with Nev. Ro Davis and other members expected to participate.
A Republican nominating event in the Seventh Missouri District scheduled for Saturday October 29 at 8:50 PM at the court house. County Republican clubs urged to attend with EK J Codding and HW Dow serving as county committee officers and organizers.
Local and personal items note difficulty locating Chik Dies formerly of Beton Mo with appeal for information to welfare his heir. Rev E M Wilken named editor of Western Messenger Baptist organ in May MO. Mrs Sallly Fpnlew of Otterville accompanies son Charles home. student Mr Green visits East Morgan Street. Warren resident Jackson visits and registers daughter at college. references to local Baptist church and scattered regional addresses and events.
The notice reports the marriage of Mrs. Anna D. Smith to Mr. Choe Philie on the 15th inst. Both are described as respected citizens noted for care of property and mutual improvements. The paper offers congratulations and forecasts a long, happy life for the couple.
Mes Ellen Clay of Cotton visits daughter in Chicago. Hon A W Lloyd, editor Huston and Dr Walder canvassed for straight ticket in Elk Park with a large meeting. Mr Lievd left for Boone and Audrain counties and a similar effort planned via the Katy. Rev TH Wovhed confined with cold but now able to be out.
In the National section a deal advertises funeral plans priced at 65 and 100 dollars with annual costs of 120 and 180 dollars. The offer mentions Office 116 West and St. as the contact or location for enrollment.
Prof J Silas Harris of Kansas City stopped in Sedalia Sunday, riding the Past Mail from Jefferson City at 7:50 AM and leaving on the afternoon train. He was hosted by local committeeman Lolo d at 4 W Hollideey, with a pleasant, helpful call noted. The notice promotes the National Co operative Burial Association and a limited join offer through M L Starr, undertaker.
A $300 Styvetan Upright Concert Prana for sale at $126, 325 down payment. Po ieteria to suit. Must sell at once. Contact The Conservator's office at West Mall Street.
Readable parts suggest a cooperative plan with salaried officers and delegates expenses. Mentions seats numbered around ten and fifteen at a tenth, but details are unclear.
In a promotional passage, readers are invited to consider Mexico as a premier vacation destination. The ad highlights travel by rail from St. Louis to Mexico City with a nightly Pullman sleeper on the Katy. It promises low rates and urges writing for details and a map.
An Oasis on Hawisor appears amid unclear text with a remark suggesting something burned on a day called Wednesday. The fragmentary OCR leaves ambiguity about the event or location details and involved entities.
The Rev. Afonse arrived Wednesday night in Chicago with his daughters. He speaks encouragingly about Chicago's progressive Black community and its efforts.
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