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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1899
Page
3
Sleeper service on the Katy flyer from Sedalia to Chicago departs at midnight with open passengers at 8 30 p m. Through sleeper to Chicago arrives 2 30 p m with through connections east. Extremely low one way and round trip rates offered. call or address for details.
One way rate to San Francisco Los Angeles and San Diego is 34.30 on sale daily with limited availability. The offer highlights affordable travel to major California destinations.
One way fares to Helena and Butte Montana at 30 dollars. One way to Portland Oregon Seattle and Tacoma Washington at 21 dollars and 70 cents. Tickets on sale daily.
A travel deal lists July 4 and 18, August 1 and 15, September 5 and 19 as travel dates. Each round trip costs one fare plus $2 and is valid for 21 days to Texas, Kansas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, Arizona and New Mexico.
Fort Scott Kansas hosts the annual log rolling event by Woodmen of the World on August 1 1999. A special Sedalia to Fort Scott train departs at 7 00 a m and a return train leaves Fort Scott at 1130 p m the same day with round trip fare of one dollar and ample seating.
Hannibal Missouri hosts an emancipation celebration in August with a round trip fare of 1.50. A Sedalia departure is scheduled at 4 30 am and the return from Hannibal is set for midnight.
A special train departs Sedalia at 6 45 am August 4 offering a round trip for one dollar to Moberly. Return leaves Moberly at midnight the same date.
Tired and sick people are urged to rest at Sweet Springs. The resort advertises hotel and cottage accommodations, medical and surgical sanitarium on the grounds, and reasonable rates. Address William Cott MD, Sweet Springs for particulars.
A fragment urges readers to secure relief through Equitable Building and Loan Association by obtaining straight loans with guidance from Bailey and Smith. The ad-like note emphasizes financial help for homeowners and mentions two brokers.
Sedalia letter from J W McCuain P&T outlines ten daily passenger trains with wide vestibules plate glass and cinder proof safety and comfort. Rates routes maps and general information available by mail.
One way fares to California main line points from San Diego to Redding set at 34.30 dollars. Proportions apply to branch line rates across California. the policy remains in effect until further notice.
One way fares to Portland Tacoma Seattle and Spokane set at 31.70 dollars. Intermediate points are not to exceed these rates.
June 25 to July rth inclusive sale on round trip tickets to Denver Colorado Springs and Pueblo for 21.55 Glenwood Springs 33.55 Salt Lake Ogden 34.85 St Paul Minneapolis 18.05 Duluth and Superior 22.35. All good until October 31 for return except Salt Lake Ogden which are good for go days.
Cincinnati prices listed at 16 dollars and 55 cents with a sale for June 26 27 28 and return validity through July 5. The offer specifies goods or services available in the period with a fixed return cutoff.
On July 1 2 3 and 4 we sell to all points within 200 miles at one fare for a round trip limited to July 5 for return. No round trip less than 50 cents.
June 20 to Sept 19 the Missouri Pacific sells round trip tickets to many points in Western states and territories with 21 day return validity and liberal stopovers. Fares start around 21.55 to 21.85 for Colorado routes, with sales on June 25 to July 8 and August 5 6 7 valid through Aug 31. See Prof G V Buchanan or MoPacific agents for full details.
Tickets sold for night trains July 31 and all trains August 1 good to August 15 with extension to 31 on payment of extra cents. Only 20 hours if you take out No 4.
An advertising notice promoting affordable print services for business use. It lists 100 note heads or letter heads with addresses printed, 200 pieces total, plus 100 round cornered cards, 100 cards cut from card board, all at low prices. The ad emphasizes value for business and nonbusiness use.
A punchy notice promotes bill heads or statements for small merchants. It suggests using proper bill forms instead of scraps of paper and offers a bulk quantity option priced at 50 cents.
An advertisement promises two letter heads note heads 100 envelopes 100 cards 100 statements or bill heads 100 advertising circulars at two dollars down from five. It appeals to small town merchants to mail orders with payment and urges keeping up with city neighbors at a low price.
The Dunrobin Castle in Scotland stands as a historic seat of the Duke of Sutherland visible from Lossiemouth on clear days. It notes its origins circa 1097, its royal connections, and its rich interiors including the queen’s rooms, Winterhalter portrait, and a library with Scottish and Norse works. A humorous anecdote about a minister and a Washington society woman ends the excerpt.
A critical sketch on the new Turkish minister described as socially uncouth in Washington. The piece notes his aloofness at a reception, focusing on his interactions and unfamiliarity with American social norms. The text also includes an unrelated excerpt on beauty and nature from Lippincott's magazine.
The financial secretary to the treasury told the English House of Commons that competition will be introduced in Britain's telephonic services. A $10,000,000 start grant was requested to enable the Post Office to develop London's telephonic communications. Mr Hanbury noted Britain lags behind the United States and others in this field. the house adopted Mr Isenbury's proposal.
A decorative wrap of white and black chiffon with jet bands outlining bow knots on satin. Designed to be worn over gowns and provide warmth in cool weather. Features double capes a V front and side ends to the hem with white taffeta ribbons tied over the bust.
A free 100 page illustrated cookbook covers the Northwest from St. Paul to San Francisco. Send six cents for postage and your address to Chas S Fee at Northern Pacific Railway St Paul Minn to obtain Wonderland 99. The book suits libraries schools cars and homes and includes vacation spots hunting fishing scenery and new home ideas.
Burlington Route adds a new fast nightly train from Kansas City to Denver and beyond leaving Kansas City at 9 45 p m and Ster midnight arriving Denver at 6 20 p m The service supplements existing routes to the west and north with California excursions and tourist sleepers. Ticket agents and company officials in Kansas City St Louis and St Joseph are listed for details.
A Victorian promotional notice for Allen's Foot-Ease claims the powder eases tight shoes, relieves coins and bunions, cures ingrown nails, swelling, blisters and sweating feet. Sold by druggists and shoe stores for 25 cents with a free trial package available from Allen S. Olmstead in Le Roy, New York.
The advertisement claims Kodol Dyspepsia Cure digests food without stomach aid and heals diseased digestive organs, stating it is the only remedy to permanently cure dyspepsia, marketed by Servant Harker Drug Co.
Servant Harker Drug Co announces Wheelon by the gallon for receptions with instant cold delivery and service. The notice highlights availability and contact details for event hosts.
Extensive arrangements by leading Masons of Kansas City and Missouri for a special train on the Great Rock Island route. The train leaves Kansas City August 5 at 6 20 p m for Colorado Springs arriving Sunday morning for breakfast. Optional direct Denver trip via Cripple Creek Georgetown Salt Lake Grand Junction. Sleeping car reservations advised.
A weekly Thursday evening service departs Kansas City at 6 40 PM and reaches Portland in 72 hours with continuous travel for passengers to San Francisco or Los Angeles. Tourists stay in one car with porters, designed for comfort and cost efficiency. Ticket offices listed and J B Frawley available for details.
The Northwestern Lines offer reduced rate summer tickets to fishing and resort areas in Northern Iowa Minnesota Wisconsin and Michigan peninsulas and to the Great Lakes region. Tickets valid return through October 31 with stopover both ways for visitors to the Greater American Exposition. For details contact A L Fisher Tray Pass Agent 823 Main Street Kansas City.
Will B. Hunter of the Chicago Times-Herald outlines how a Chicago couple managed a budget travel quest, detailing the methods and sights in a small book offered for readers. Applicants may request it from F. Byron, general western agent of the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway Co, Chicago.
An advertisement for Murat Halstead’s Life and Achievements of Admiral Dewey promotes a large 8x10 inch volume with nearly 100 halftone illustrations and a color map. Price listed at 81 50 with bold claims of high demand and big commissions. Outfit free via The Dominion Company in Canyon Building Chicago.
Advert seeks Sedalia residents able to buy one or more ten dollar shares in the Sedalia Fruit Gardens Canning and Nursery company. Payable one dollar per month per share to help establish a home industry employing many workers. For prospectus send postal card or contact W. E. Good secretary P O box 155 Sedalia SENTINEL office.
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