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Newspaper
Sedalia Weekly Democrat
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1918
Page
3
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The piece urges returning war workers to sustain civic effort after wartime tasks end. It highlights knitting sewing and campaigns for soldiers and drives, calls for continued public service, poverty relief, town beautification, school cooperation, and community projects as spring approaches. It stresses selfless dedication and suggests maintaining wartime spirit in peacetime service.
A compassionate group of women runs the Melita Day Nursery with minimal support and erratic funds. The piece urges community and male leaders to back a sustained annual grant of about 2500 dollars to keep the nursery operating without frequent deficits and ensure stable care for children.
Visionaries predict a nationwide push for better highways after the war. Pennsylvania approved a $60 million bond issue, Illinois $60 million, and Minnesota considers a $160 million borrowing for road building. The era of small annual trunks is fading as states plan large scale trunk line projects and lasting infrastructure.
The speaker warns that local taxation funds vanish through unscientific methods. Good roads cut production costs by reducing transportation friction, enabling quicker farm deliveries and labor rebalancing. Every state should invest without exhausting national wealth to modernize infrastructure.
John L. Johnston calls for broad Red Cross support in Missouri Kansas and surrounding states stressing a strong roll call despite apathy. County workers report steady progress with 2700 local service members and urge communities to enroll and wear the Red Cross button to show patriotism and national pride.
Mrs Clay Fry of Ferguson Station Missouri extols Chamberlain's Cough BEdy as a splendid remedy for croup coughs and lung colds. She claims children ease with early use and she herself recovers quickly after a few doses and a short course of treatment.
William Smiths two year old son died of pneumonia and was buried at Mt Herriman cemetery. No new influenza cases reported. Dr Bishop expected home this week. Mrs Bishop heard from him. Anderson and Walter Winters visited Sedalia. Rev. J S Mill and wife also visited from Sedalia. Wheat looks fine in the section with good prospects of an abundant yield next year.
Physicians urge isolation for severe colds to prevent spread within families and to reduce contagion risk. The text endorses Cham Cham berlain's Cough Remedy as an effective aid to cure a cold and shorten illness.
Kansas City stock market report for December 19 shows cattle receipts at 4,000 with prime fed steers 18.00 to 20.00, dressed beef steers 13.00 to 18.00, cows and heifers 7.00 to 14.25, calves 7.00 to 10.00, hogs receipts 16,000 with heavy 16.00 to 17.55, packers 17.00 to 17.40, lights 16.75 to 17.15, market steady.
St Louis, Dec 19 cattle receipts 6800 steady with native steers 11.50 to 18.50, yearling steers and heifers 9.50 to 15.50, calves 7.75 to 17.50. Hog receipts 18000 steady with light 16.50 to 17.40, mixed 17.25 to 17.50, heavy 17.40 to 17.00.
Kansas City Missouri December grain market summaries show wheat receipts at 64 cars with bids for No 1 hard around 2.25 to 2.23, No 1 red from 2.27 to 2.26, corn prices for No 2 mixed at 1.50 to 1.52 and No 3 at 1.49, oats around 0.74 to 0.75, rye at 1.50, and hay steady with top timothy and prairie values about 27.50 to 28.50. Close figures list corn futures at 1.44 for December, 1.42 1/2 for January, and 1.40 for February.
Kansas City Missouri December 19 price list shows butter creamery firsts at 58 1/2 cents, seconds at 56 2/3 cents packing 41 cents. Eggs firsts 60 cents seconds 47 cents.
The Lamonte column notes the influenza epidemic easing at the start of the week. It mentions Mrs. Will Cavert and daughter visiting from Independence, Thomas H. Bradshaw buying lumber, and other residents like Mrs. W. C. Scott, Earl S. Carr who died of tuberculosis, and Richard Follen returning home from Camp Pike with an honorable discharge.
A decree divorcing Bessie from Frank L. Swope was issued in circuit court Monday. Mrs. Swope was awarded custody of two children.
Mr and Mrs Emmett Turner of Sedaliz area announce the birth of a son on Thursday December 12. The child is described as a fine addition to the family living two miles west of Sedaliz.
Copenhagen dispatch reports the Polish government declares willingness to form an alliance with the Entente. The note signals a major shift in Poland’s diplomacy amid ongoing European tensions.
Transfers filed for the week ending December 17 show Harland Realty Co to Nancy Lemon and many others. Properties span Houstonia, Smithton, Sedalia, Hucesville, Blackwater, Bowling Green townships and towns, with prices from 50 to 36,320 dollars and multiple undivided interests.
American delegates held a two hour session before the president's arrival to map plans and organize sections. Officials report progress in key branches under guidance of professors who have completed inquiries, while discussions on delegate numbers and British participation continue. The British aim for five delegates and the U S for three are noted as possible allocations.
Premier Lloyd George and Foreign Secretary Balfour cancel plans to go to Paris on Friday to meet President Wilson. It is possible Wilson will come to London directly after Christmas, with reports he intends to visit England next week.
News from London reports President Wilson considering a visit to London next week causing surprise in the British government. Premier Lloyd George had planned to meet Wilson in Paris before a brief rest in Monte Carlo, prompting reconsideration of the travel plans.
Washington dispatch reports King George has cancelled plans to travel to Sandringham Palace for Christmas and will stay in London to receive President Wilson. The decision shifts holiday duties and signals diplomatic courtesy in the wake of ongoing talks.
Lieut William H Powell moved from artillery instruction at Camp de Souge France to duty with his battery in the 342d artillery of the 89th division part of the occupation army in Germany. Powell cabled his wife in New Jersey and Mrs Powell replied to the family here.
If you do not enjoy your meals your digestion is faulty. Eat moderately, especially of meals, and let five hours elapse between meals. Take one Chamberlain's Tablet after supper and you will soon find your meals a real pleasure.
A Hereford yearling weighing 950 pounds bred at the University of Missouri sold at National Stockyards for 27.14 cents a pound, the highest price ever paid on the market, in St. Louis on December 17.
No side moved to renew talks on the street car strike as of this afternoon despite the street car company offering to reinstate the workers.
Henry Garrett living west of the city was arrested Wednesday night by Constable W H Fewell on a warrant for disturbing the peace. The complaint was filed by Mary Miller. Garrett posted bond for appearance at trial.
Rev. E. H. Williamson will preach Sunday at 11:00 AM and 7:30 PM at Gilead Christian church. Everyone is invited to attend.
Paris reports, via the Matin, that the Evert Hasse government has urged the Allies to occupy Berlin as unofficial rumors persist.
William D. Stsele Jr writes from a warship detailing the surrender of the German high seas fleet, life in the magazines during North Sea patrols, and the band’s hospital duties. He notes gas injuries among friends, the harsh conditions near Scapa Flow, and that his squadron sails for the United States soon with possible furlough after arrival.
Kansas City city counsellor E. M. Harber prepared a petition to file in federal court demanding the Kansas City Railways company restore normal car service and restrain interference. A weeklong strike has left only partial service.
Frank L. Swope of Hughesville and Idith Bradbury of Beaman received marriage licenses.
An old time ad extols Texas Wonner as a remedy for kidney and bladder troubles including gravel and diabetes. It claims cures for back pain rheumatism and bladder irregularities in men and women and says one bottle lasting two months. Available by mail for $1.25 with testimonials and a St Louis address.
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