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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1901
Page
4
Sunday morning report notes Britain conquering the Boers at a million dollars daily and questions who will relieve General Kitchener. Oklahoma’s settlement grows, China vows more attention to foreign affairs, and critics assess Mr. Maclay’s historical portrayal as original and independent.
Poem excerpt by Howard Weeden reflecting on banjos of slavery era and the shift after emancipation. It contrasts earlier communal music with new social changes, noting how voting and literacy altered cultural life and led to the banjo’s decline.
For rent a large warehouse with railroad switch. Apply to Sedalia Plan Num Mill Company located at Third and Osage streets.
A ballast car left the track near Gate man causing a two hour delay to Missouri Pacific passenger train No 9 this morning. Hospital arrivals include Henry Cunningham, Will Wright, O Bradford, and Will Cramer has been reassigned as extra dispatcher while learning the road.
Peter Rockwell roadmaster makes a business trip to Sweeney. J A Chettle brakeman laying off. Brakemen Wilson and Harris also laying off. Missouri Pacific engineers Kerr Raymond and McClure spent Wednesday hunting east of town. Gardner machinist at MP shops laying off. Gus Werner tinner and wife plan Ohio visit around the 15th. John Jamerson former MP tinner takes a job at Canon City Colorado. Superintendent D Hardy MP leaves for St Louis in private car 111. Engineer Daniels Lexington branch granted thirty days layoff will travel to Wisconsin early next week.
The notice urges readers to join the El Dorado Springs excursion on Sunday August 11. The round trip fare is one dollar, with travel via the Minnesota and Texas Railway lines.
Ginger ale made from real ginger with no chili pepper, praised as equal to the best and produced in Sedalia.
Nine prominent California and Clarksburg citizens were in the city Wednesday morning en route to Atoka.
A claimant asserts Indian ancestry to obtain a territorial land claim. The statement claims entitlement based on bloodline, aiming to secure a stake in the territory. The brief notes the ongoing legal or administrative steps to verify and grant the claim.
Piter Peel reports the Fulton Market restaurant has been purchased from Messrs Byard and Guenther and will close for rebuilding. Improvements will take about five weeks, promising a handsome and well appointed resort for Sedalia residents to be proud of.
Partnership offered in one of the best barber shops in Central Missouri. Apply at the Sentinel office Seda lia Mo care of X. E. address.
Rose Menzenworth, four-year-old daughter of August Menzenworth, is recovering well after a severe injury at the Lempice plant on Tuesday. Doctors report favorable chances for her full recovery.
Granite Lodge No 272 A F and A M will hold a Special Communication Friday at 8 o'clock. All Master Masons are invited. J C Parmerlee W M S M Hodges Secretary.
A group of young men gathered at the Sedalia Athletic club last night to discuss fielding a team this fall. Another meeting will be held tonight with Prof. Rutledge of the Central Business College to organize the effort.
Secretary of State Sam B. Cook issues articles of incorporation for the Capital Tea company of Sedalia with 15000 capital stock. Incorporators listed are S. H. Porter E. E. Sellers and George E. Purdy.
Oliver Williams an escapee described with racial slurs fled the county jail this morning using a ruse on Deputy Sheriff Dillard. Williams, jailed for a $10 theft, had been trusted recently but stole chickens with Tom Ambles. He was recaptured after a bucket ruse and a $10 reward was issued for his capture.
Bernice Lyons was cited to appear before Judge Rogers this morning to prove she was not a vagrant but did not show up and is believed to have left town.
Maggie Miller one of the vagrants recently arrested was discharged this morning by Judge Kinsey after presenting a physician’s certificate of illness. She promised to leave town when she recovers.
Local vendor Farris showcases a line of ice cream sodas praised for smooth textures and bold flavors. Patrons report creamy richness and good value at the counter.
The Nevada Mail notes Nora Warren, a Missouri girl, was married to F. P. Barbour in Nevada. The report follows details about her prior attempt at self harm in Denver and references yesterday's Sentinel account.
The ball team received new gray suits with blue trimmings arriving last night. Players looked swell in their fresh costumes and practiced this afternoon, showcasing the upgraded attire.
A writer from Bijou Mills reports Noah Queen is trying to arrange a move north in search of employment. He is described as a rustler who will work if he can find any job.
Sallie Nickens an 18 year old colored woman died at her East Pettis street home on Wednesday afternoon from fever. Her remains were shipped to Mexico Missouri for interment.
The first meeting of the creditors of Ernest Powell of Longwood was held this morning by referee John Montgomery.
Dr. W. R. Sarrow has filed his certificate with the County Clerk and will become a member of the Red Cross Medical association staff of physicians.
The Sedalia Awning and Mattress company announces it has purchased the entire stock of goods recently carried by the late August Meier, acquiring all inventory and continuing business operations.
Eliza R. Long of Sedalia, widow of a Mexican War veteran, has been granted an $8 per month pension.
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