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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1899
Page
4
The Sentinel announces the hiring of Henry Albert as ad writer to manage the advertising department. He offers services to advertisers for copy preparation and can be reached by telephone at 260 for convenience.
The piece recalls the 1836 era Wilsons branch engagement near Springfield and General Nathaniel Lyon who fell in action while leading a charge against Price and McCulloch. It continues with a trustee sale notice for the Capital Printing property in Pettis County Missouri, listing presses and office equipment to satisfy overdue notes.
Pettis County officials invite City of on Saturday August 26 1599 to play a charity baseball game proceeds to fund school books and supplies for poor children. The letter is signed by Perris County officials and employees.
A Texas bound ticket inquiry led a woman at the Katy ticket window to offer a sewing machine in exchange for a train ticket. Agent Lewis declined as the railroad conducts a strict cash business.
Notice states life insurance companies will reduce rates by 33 percent for all who agree to take Rocky Mountain Tea. Describes it as a wise measure and advises consulting a druggist for details.
A brief notice states baths available at the Alamo barber shop priced at 15 cents each, inviting local patrons to drop in for grooming services.
Hank Wareham a Missouri Pacific brakeman who suffered a stroke is entangled in divorce suits from Lou ise Wareham in Kansas City and a wife in Oil City Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania wife claims he deserted her years ago and the Kansas City wife alleges a second marriage. Possible bigamy and criminal charges loom as pension investigations arise.
A writer advises women to seek a husband with vitality spirit and bravery. The note suggests a humorous remedy Rocky Mountain Tea to help a match succeed, prompting readers to consult their medicine cabinet for guidance.
Miss Margaret Smith of Houstonia arrived this morning and is the guest of Miss Emma Longan.
Grain O is pitched as a coffee substitute that resembles coffee in taste but avoids stomach upset and digestion issues. The ad claims Grain O strengthens nerves and tones the stomach, with packages priced at 15 and 25 cents.
An old advertisement notes a summer cough and cold remedy called One Minute Cough Cure. It claims quick relief and safety and quotes W W Merton of Mayhew Wis praising the product via Harker Drug Co.
E E Codding and his wife attend the Gentry sale today, observing the event and participating in the proceedings.
Health advisory notes kidney disease as a leading cause of death and urges early treatment with Foley's Kidney Cure, claiming a guarantee or money back and a price of one dollar.
A prescription from a renowned skin specialist leads to Banner Salve for treating eczema and other skin diseases. Priced at 25 cents.
50 Neale from Higginsville was in the city yesterday according to local observer notes.
The Rough Riders defeated Scally by 13 to 7 with heavy batting led by their lineup. Battery for Rough Riders was Richards and Laferty while Scally's battery was Martin and Stable. The Scullys and Pittsburg Stogies scheduled to play this afternoon at Liberty Park.
An old drug advertisement promotes De Witt's Little Early Risers as a quick cure for constipation and a remedy to invigorate the system without gripe or nausea, carried by Servant Harker Drug Co.
Dr E L Priest of Nevada Missouri passed through the city this morning en route to Lamonte where he was summoned to treat Mr Eli Hall who had a medical need.
Miss Barkley of Windsor was among last night’s arrivals in the city, greeted with the familiar Bears the Signature of SCA Storila, a reminder of the eventful evening.
An old newspaper item advertises Banner Salve for piles and Eclipse Mosquito Chaser for mosquito protection. It notes Mrs H C Murphy visiting Ly don Kansas and Miss Mary Wilson from Knoxville Tenn staying with Mrs W H Reynolds.
Servant Harker Drug Co promotes Eclipse Mosquito Chaser as a remedy for comfort and immunity from mosquitoes, pairing claims of relief with a trusted pharmacy name for safety and accessibility.
The Acme Fraternal Union absorbs The Order of Germannia of St. Louis and the Union Central Indemnity Association, uniting leadership under JC McLaughlin as new president. Henry C Doolittle remains supreme secretary and general manager guiding the merged organization from the Igen Fritz building.
Constable James Robb purchased a house today at the corner of Johnson and Moniteau from Louie Bernstein. The consideration was 650 dollars.
Miss Julia Rader of Pauline and E A Foland of Webb City wed this afternoon in Pettis county Missouri under Judge Parsons at the court house. The couple’s marriage was celebrated with a simple ceremony.
Hamilton Clark of Chauncey Georgia says twenty years of itching piles ended after using DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve two boxes cured him. Warns buyers to beware of worthless counterfeits and dangerous imitations. Servant
Deputy county collector Sam Ross is ill at his home due to hay fever, reducing office presence during the illness.
Miss Haydie Paust, guest of Miss Minnie Schmidt on North Moniteau, will return home to St Louis tonight.
The soothing healing properties and pleasant taste of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy are described as a great favorite with the people. Sold by Servant-Harker Drug Co. and J D Kautzman and Otis W. Smith at specified street locations.
Medical report notes Dr S K Crawford was summoned to Warsaw this morning for professional duties, providing care and consultation as the situation required.
An advertisement asserts Foley's Honey and Tar offers comfort and relief for advanced consumptions while also claiming a potential cure in early stages, presenting an optimistic but candid medical claim.
Mrs Tredway, who has been visiting Mrs J B Hughes of Georgetown, returned to her home in the Oklahoma Territory today.
Funeral services were held this afternoon at 4 o clock from the Cumberland Presbyterian church for Mrs Robert P Finley. Pallbearers included Judge Dalby Professor Robbins G W Barnett C E West J H Looney and J W McClain.
The note promotes take to the woods in summer with access to Minnesota lakes camping grounds and trout streams. It mentions Circuit Tours via cities including St Paul Duluth Great Lakes Mackinaw Detroit and Buffalo and a Burlington Route northbound service. Contact Bramhall Kansas City Wakeley G PA St Louis.
On August 14 Clover Leaf will run an excursion to Put in Bay under Epworth League auspices. Special train with sleepers chair cars and coaches. Round trip $19.50 including Toledo breakfast and one week board at Hotel Victory. Side trips to Buffalo Niagara Falls and Thousand Islands arranged. For details contact J E Davenport 505 Olive St St Louis.
Lodge and Staley's runs a special sale on couches and lounge furniture. Discounted prices advertised for home furnishings along with in-store demonstrations and limited quantities. Local shoppers urged to visit the store for this furniture event and savings.
Excavated dirt from steam heating trenches offered cheap by E. Hurley & Co. Inquiries directed to John Hyatt at the trenches.
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