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Newspaper

Sedalia Evening Sentinel

Location

Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Aug 04, 1899

Page

4

Notable City Courtesies and Local Happenings

News Notes from Sedalia include Katy railroad changes with John Isenberg stepping down as brake man and C D Schwetke taking the role. Clinton attorney Peyton Parks visits for business while several residents travel to St Louis Windsor Booneville and Green Ridge.

Lewis T Beck Katy F E Hoffman Windsor John Isenberg C D Schwetke Peyton Parks Clinton Brown Harris St Louis Rose Brant Booneville Lulu Evans Florence E W Shultz

Allen’s Foot-Ease promotes comfy shoes and clean gloves

A reader praises Allen’s Foot-Ease for use in gloves to absorb perspiration and save delicate gloves. The product eases new shoe break in, keeps feet cool and comfortable, and is advertised as pure. Physicians and nurses are invited to note its purity. Sold in drug and shoe stores for 25 cents with free samples.

Allen Allen S. Olmstead le Roy

Mosquito Chaser Drops Keep Attracted Mosquitoes Away

A service note from Servant Harker Drug Co. touts Eclipse Mosquito Chaser for hammocks. The product claim says mosquitoes will avoid the treated area, suggesting preventive use during outdoor rest periods.

Longan's Sedalia Steam Laundry Ivory-like Finish

A concise note highlighting Longan's Sedalia Steam Laundry offering an ivory-like finish for fabrics and garments. The advert emphasizes professional laundering and finishing services with emphasis on quality care.

Recruiting Office Closes and Enlistments Move

Today is the last day Lieut. Ben Wade enlists recruits at this place. Tomorrow those enlisted will be sent to Fort Leavenworth and Wade will move to Clinton to open another office. Enlisted yesterday or today include D F Shull Marshall Missouri Robt Harman Sweet Springs Missouri W A Donald and Chase Hurd Green Ridge Missouri.

Ben Wade Fort Leavenworth Lieut Wade Clinton D F Shull Marshall Robt Harman Sweet Springs W A Donald Chase Hurd Green Ridge

Street Fair Subscriptions List From Sedalia Fair

A long list of donors for the Street Fair subscriptions in Sedalia appears, naming individuals and businesses such as Sedalia Clear ing House, Moerschel Brewing Co, J H Roemer & Co, Capital Tea Co, and Sedalia Ice & among many others with amounts ranging from 2.50 to 100 dollars, indicating broad local support.

Peter Pehl Sedalia Clearing House JM Cannon Byard & Guenther Tim Dunnigan Moerschel Brewing Co Dyson Freeburn Myers & Dow Charles Boyst the Hub Ilgenfritz Hardware Co William Courtney H W_menschke PE Ott J D Hail C F Wald A S McGowan JG Schmidt Lodge & Staley E E Johnston M W_ Huyssen Sprecher Tony Candioto Sedalia Steam Laundry John Kaiser J] Waldman Ez Guenther E E McClellan JH Roemer & Co C H Bard Mueller & Co J W Rapple J L Bellmer Jack Chaney T H Johnston Maurice Weisburg W D Bogar A P Morey P Brandt M B Coleman St Louis Almquist Bros O K_ Barber shop Metropolitan Barber Shop John Stark & Son H Williams R H Gray J E Rector Blair Bros Sedalia Hardware & Grocer Co Kroencki & Cordes MM Stevenson Babcock Lumber Co W E

Katy Flyer Wreck at Denison Injures Several Passengers

A Katy flyer No 16 from the south collided head on with switch engine No 241 at Barret avenue Denison. Passengers were shaken but none seriously hurt while Engineer James Alders and Conductor C M Bryant sustained injuries. Train No 6 was delayed an hour and a half leaving Denison.

AI A Fort Worth Denison Barrett Avenue North James Alders C M Bryant Denison Herald

Katy to work train widening cuts in Boonville yards

The M K T line will ballast tracks in Boonville yards with rock and build a sidewalk from depot to the gas plant. A new Katy steam shovel is in use to widen city cuts to prevent landslides.

Boonville Katy Boonvil

Civil Division Term Postponed To September Fourth Monday

The opening of the September term of the civil division of the circuit court is postponed due to a street fair in the first week of September and expected heat, now set for the fourth Monday.

Circuit Court

Local Ledger Items Include Several Small Pledges

Cold Storage Co. contributes 25 dollars. J W Murphy 20 dollars. M T Chasnoff none. S W Axtell Inst. 15 dollars. EF Preshaw 2.5 dollars. Jos Paradis 5 dollars. Chas Hobrecht 0 dollars. The list records small sums from diverse donors.

Cold Storage Co J W Murphy M T Chasnoff S W Axtell EF Preshaw Jos Paradis Chas Hobrecht

Allen's Foot-Ease powder advertises quick foot relief

Shake Into Your Shoes Allen's Foot-Ease cures painful smarting feet growing nails and relieves corns bunions hot tired feet It makes tight shoes feel easy and promises sweating callous and aching feet The offer includes mail order 25c trial package free and sales by druggists and shoe stores in Le Roy New York

Allen Allen S. Olmsted le Roy N. Y

Meeting to vote on new minister at Broadway Presbyterian

Congregation will vote after Sunday morning services on the call of a minister to serve as pastor of Broadway Presbyterian Church. The meeting follows morning worship for the selection of the church’s next pastor.

Broadway Presbyterian Church

Reverend Endorses Chamberlains Colic Remedy

Rev J M Yingling of Bedford Street Methodist Church Cumberland Maryland praises Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. He claims personal use and witness of others prove it a sure cure when taken in time. Available from Servant Harker Drug Co 508 Ohio St J L Kautzman 104 West Main St and Otis W Smith corner Fifth and Engineer Streets.

J M Yingling Bedford Street Methodist Cumberland, Md Chamberlain Servant- Harker Drug Co Ohio St J L

Missouri Melons Now Served at the Candy Palace

A local note indicates Missouri Melons are now served at the Candy Palace with contact number 218 for orders or inquiries.

Missouri Candy Palace

Red Cross Ball Blue advertised by local laundress

A large package of Red Cross Ball Blue is offered for 5 cents. The advertisement directs customers to H. B. Scott at 907 South Moniteau for details. The notice also mentions real estate for sale and exchange.

Red Cross H. B. Scott South Moniteau

Local arrests follow tense millyard quarrel over chickens

Officer Bailey arrested two white youths at Eisenmeyer's mill for trespassing. John Whetzell aged 19 was taken by Officer Boult on a wife sworn warrant charging disturbing her peace. Mrs Em Carroll had a warrant for A J Maury on disturbing her peace. Deputy Robb handled the arrests. Maury posted bond to appear in Justice Roger's court tomorrow at 9. Ex-High Deputy Constable Howard arrives today from Kansas City.

Bailey Eisenmeyer John Whetzell Boult Em Carroll J Maury Gailey Robb Maurey Justice

Mosquitoes Cannot Coexist With Eclipse Mosquito Chaser

In a brief notice Servant Harker Drug Co announces Eclipse Mosquito Chaser product details and cautions on use to prevent mosquito habitation in rooms. The ad emphasizes efficacy and safety considerations for home pest control.

Mrs Meyers Hosts Thursday High Five Club Meeting

Mrs J R Meyers entertained the Thursday High Five Club at her South Kentucky home. Seven visiting young ladies attended as guests of the members. Miss Brandt of Boonville won the club prize a cut glass vase and mirror stand. Miss Vincent won the guest prize a silver buttoner. Refreshments were served in two courses.

J R Meyers South Kentucky Miss Brandt Boonville Miss Vincent

Eclipse Mosquito Chaser boosts comfort and immunity claim

Beating pests and easing mosquito discomfort is linked to Eclipse Mosquito Chaser from Servant Harker Drug Co. The ad highlights comfort and immunity benefits in a period style product note.

Powder's a bad thing says Rocky Mountain Tea ad

An old drugstore ad mocks cosmetics and notes that a girl's complexion fades unless aided by Rocky Mountain Tea. It encourages asking a druggist for the product and presents a playful, period tone.

Settlement Expected in Katy Conductors Dispute

Information from St. Louis today indicates an amicable settlement of the Katy flyers conductors dispute is likely. The men may be placed back on old runs with mileage adjustments, involving Bertchie Hungerford and Smith, who would likely return to Sedalia with a long layover.

St. Louis Katy Bertchie Hungerford Smith Sedalia

Professor Hoff man guest of cousin in Holton Kansas

Prof. G A Hoffman a German and history professor at Campbell University is visiting his cousin Chas Hoff man in Holton Kansas. The note confirms academic ties and family connection without additional details.

G A Hoffman Campbell University Holton, Kan Chas. Hoffman

Longan's Ivory Finish Introduced to Sedalia Residents

The ivory-like finish presented by Longan's to Sedalia readers marks a new decorative option for homes and offices. Local shoppers anticipate how the finish will complement furnishings and interiors in upcoming seasons.

Trains and Railroad Notes From Missouri Pacific Shops

Among the Trains reports both E P Ford and Will McCoy are sick. Brakeman Herber Ames returns to work after a two month layoff from a mashed hand. Katy shops run day and night as departments reach full capacity. European lines add smoking compartments to handle women passengers who smoke. Belgium reports first cases arising.

E P Ford Will McCoy Missouri Pacific Herber Ames Katy Belgium

DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Ad Warns Against Fakes

An advertisement for DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve promotes its soothing healing for stings bites scratches wounds and cuts and warns buyers to beware of counterfeit products from Harker Drug Co.

DeWitt Witch Hazel

Local Job Ad Seeks Reliable Worker with Liberal Salary

An employment notice offers work with a locally liberal salary guarantee and good advancement prospects. No capital required. For details contact Shepp Company at 1031 1033 Chestnut St Philadelphia Penn.

Shepp Company Chestnut St Phila Penn

Sutherlands Eagle Eye Sales Promises Quick Eye Relief

Dim vision and sore eyes solved by Sutherlands Eagle Eye Sales. The product is sold in tubes with a guarantee by reputable druggists, offering speedy and effective relief from granulated lids styes and related eye irritation.

Sutherlands Eagle Eagle Eye

Lon gan’s Sedalia Steam Laundry Ivory Like Finish

The item advertises an ivory like finish available at Lon gan’s Sedalia Steam Laundry, highlighting a specialized cleaning and finishing service for fabrics and delicate textiles.

Henry Albert Joins SENTINEL Advertising Efforts

Henry Albert has taken a position on the business end of the SENTINEL and will solicit Sedalia merchants for advertising and job printing. He brings years of experience with papers and ad agencies west and east and is backed by Pettis county’s best advertising medium. The SENTINEL recommends confidence and asks merchants to extend favors and cooperation.

Henry Albert Sentinel Sedalia Albert Pettis County The

Grain O Provides Gentle Relief for Coffee Drinkers

Grain O offers a coffee substitute that mimics taste while aiding digestion and strengthening nerves. It claims to tone the stomach and improve overall nourishment without the digestive downsides of coffee.

Put-in-Bay Excursion Returns May Include Epworth League Trip

Clover Leaf line schedules an August 114th excursion to Put-in-Bay under Epworth League sponsorship. Special train with sleepers chair cars and coaches, round trip 19 50 including breakfast and a week at Hotel Victory. $9 for boardless round trip. Side trips to Buffalo Niagara Falls and Thousand Islands offered. For details, J E Davenport Dist Pass Agt 505 Olive St St Louis.

Clover Leaf Putin-Bay Epworth League Toledo Hotel Victory Put-in-Bay Buffalo Niagara Falls Thousand Islands J E Davenport Dist Pass. Agt Olive St St Louis

One Minute Cough Cure Praised in Wis. Ad

A Mayhew Wisconsin ad for Servant-Harker Drug Co. touts One Minute Cough Cure as a wonderful, quick and safe remedy for obstinate summer coughs and colds, attributed to W W Merton.

Dr T T Major Moves Office to 410 Ohio Street

Dr Major relocates his dental practice to 410 Ohio Street above Morey and Crawford's, promising a fine, well arranged central Missouri office. He touts exclusive rights to the Morris Process rubber plate and Alvatander painless tooth extraction.

T T Major Ohio Street Morey & Crawford Major Missouri Dr Major Alvatander

Lost Manhood Promises From Dr Laverne Tonic Tablets

An old advertisement touts Dr D Laverne's Nerve and Brain Tonic Tablets as a cure for nervous disorders and sexual decline. It claims restoration of brain power and sexual potency for both sexes, caused by overexertion, with mail delivery and a $1 price from Aug T Fleischmann in Sedalia Missouri.

D Laverne T Fleischmann Sedalia

Grain-O Beverage Promises Healthful Coffee Alternative

A consumer letter extols Grain-O made from pure grains as a coffee substitute. The writer notes initial dislike but after a week would not return to coffee, praising Grain-O as nourishing and suitable for children. Sold by grocers in 15c and 25c packages with preparation directions.

Velvet Edge Collars Come From Bowman Dorn Laundry

The notice states Velvet Edge collars were produced or supplied by Bowman and Dorn Laundry. It outlines the source as the Bowman Dorn operation and mentions the laundry as the origin of the collars.

Bowman & Dorn Laundry

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Evening Sentinel the Sentinel Publishing Co Court House Square Sam Hodges C F Ernst Harry Farr Elizabeth Williams E C Evans Jerusha Turley Joel Herrington Sam Smith Queen D W C Ross William Jennings Bryan T B Cooper Pilot Grove Allen’s Servant Harker Drug Co Longan Rocky Mountain 16Th Missouri Ave W. E. Poindexter Baird Bros Clevelens Jordan Washington Shine Metropoli Tan Barber Shop Forest Park Theater Forest Park Cafe Brown &Springs Meyer & Dow’s Ott’s McGowan’s Fleischmann’s Harker Drug Stores Katy Flyer Denison, Texas Dents Neptewess Ter McLaugalin BROS South Ohio Street Howard Kansas City Hobbs Add. Sterling Remedy Co Chicago Servant-Harker Drug Co Eclipse Mosquito Chaser Fleischmann’s Pharmacy Sedalians Sastoritess
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