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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1902
Page
5
The Garnett audience will hear Tom McNeal of Topeka speak at the opera house on November 94th. A noted Kansan wit, he promises an evening of humor and insight. Admission is 9 cents, reserved seats 10 cents.
An advertisement touts Holcomb's Headache Powders claiming they have cured others and will cure you as well, urging readers to try the remedy for relief from headaches.
Miss Minutts Miller daughter of Mr and Mrs J C Miller wed Rutua Hedges at the Miller home with Rev 8 P Callison officiating. The couple will spend holidays in Kansas City and return to Webb City after January 20 at 902 West Joplin Street.
On December 24, 1902, at noon, Lewis A. Cleveland and Ida Searl were married at the bride’s brother Geo Searl’s home on East First Street. Rev. H G Mathis officiated. The couple will reside in Sugar Vale and start married life as local well regarded neighbors.
Garnett Kansas December 18 1902 sealed bids to county clerk by January 13 1903 at 12 o clock noon for county health officer coal for county purposes and for superintendent of poor farm for 1903 details with county clerk board may reject any bids Attest J Canyurt County Clerk
District Court adjourned Tuesday evening, Judge Smart returning home. Bank of Commerce v Jas McMillan dominated the afternoon. argument submitted and taken under advisement. A divorce from bia wilh Nelie was granted to G R Whittington. State v Melvoy: defendant’s motion to quash the information sustained. Plaintiffs’ case Hester v Spradly sent to Allen county for trial.
While descending to the courthouse basement this afternoon, Mayor Satter slipped and fell to the bottom of the stairs. He struck his head and was unconscious. Dr. Kirkytt- Fok attended him. At press time the seriousness was unclear but no bones were believed broken.
John Macklin pioneer of Anderson county dies at 87 after ill health. He lived on Second avenue east, previously on Sutton valley farm, moved to Garnett in 1896 with his wife. A Methodist and esteemed community member, he is mourned by many.
The Carpenter Company in Berier Lake brings a four act melodrama about Russian official life and exile with a strong dramatic critique. It promises lively comedy and a large cast with special scenery for the Garnett engagement, drawing wide audience interest.
Mrs W H Hudson died at 59 from pneumonia in Mont Ida with funeral Friday. Sympathy extended to Mrs Mark Vines Thurston visiting Kansas City relatives. Several names from nearby towns are listed visiting family, Christmas trips, and land purchases, including Miss Carrie Ostrancer and Bruce Hell.
Beatrice Neb Dec 25 three business blocks and the Masonic temple burned this morning. The Paddock hotel was on fire at noon but the flames were controlled. The blaze started at 2 am in the Day drug store basement. Loss estimated at 200 900 dollars.
A local page lists residents including Mr M P White Mrs J D Smith Miss Georgia Smith Mr John Paul C B Gregg Mr M Gillmare and Miss Feaith Ednon.
The Carpenter Company brings a large ensemble and a cargo of special scenery to the Grand Opera House for the Raasio Siberian play For Her Sake opening January 2. Reports claim lavish stage effects include vivid narrations of Siberian triumphs and dramatic action.
Instructions claim to stop croup by early use of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. Advises giving the remedy as soon as hoarseness appears or rough cough starts to dispel symptoms, reducing danger and anxiety. Promotes Thhetts Co as seller.
Topeka Kansas December 25 reports that with new policies C J Devlin of Topeka now carries life insurance totaling 1 400 000 dollars. It is noted that only Joan Wanamaker of Philadelphia carries more.
A flannel soaked in Chamberlain's Pain Balm is recommended for back, side, and chest pains. The article notes Miss Nora Cottle's marriage to Cephe Edwards in Lawrence with guests from Iola and Richmond. Various locals visit relatives and attend Christmas gatherings, with brief mentions of travel and social visits across Kansas.
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