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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1905
Page
2
The piece urges moderation in hot weather with simple rules on eating, drinking water, and avoiding ice cold drinks and alcohol. It warns against overexertion and rapid walking in heat while advising light clothing and steady activity. It also quotes Benjamin Franklin’s legacy and cites a booklet about him.
The Massachusetts legislature passed a measure ordering cities to place air stumps to curb tramp activity. Boston Journal notes a drop in tramp numbers from 502 on May 1, 1895 to 370 this year, a about 50 percent decline. Census method involved agents visiting almshouses and stations where tramps lodged.
The passage describes a decline in hobos in Massachusetts, attributing it to a law requiring lodging for vagrants to be linked with labor. It argues the decrease reflects stricter measures rather than improved prosperity, and predicts shifts in tramp movement to states with laxer rules.
The advertisement claims the stomach health is essential for mind and body strength and promotes Kodel Dyspepsia Cure as a quick cure for appetite loss, nervousness, headaches, constipation, bad breath, sour risings, and indigestion. Sold by W. and Bard Drug Co.
The United States issues first Filipino postage stamps bearing Franklin on the popular denomination. Higher values feature Washington Lincoln McKinley Lawson Sampson Legaspi and Carriedo. The article notes Franklin’s 1706 birth and his rise as a key American figure.
The Sedalia Missouri City Council declares it necessary to curb both sides of Grand Avenue from Main Street south curb line to Broadway Street north curb line with concrete curbing. Curbs follow present lines and intersecting streets and alleys, built to the established grade. Published for seven insertions in the Sedalia Evening Sentinel. August 7, 1965.
Charles Hoffmann and his firm 2 Bro. promote Vigoral Health flour as a superior product in local ads. The notice highlights the flour and its benefits while inviting customers to try the new offering.
Forest Park theatre to be renovated with a first class program during State fair week. Local talent company to present an entertainment each evening. DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve advertised for skin and scalp conditions with cautions against substitutes. Sold by Pard Drug Co.
City council approves curb construction for Morrison Avenue from Main Street to Broadway Street. Concrete curbing will align with established grade, with work including cross streets and alley connections as specified. Mayor approval dated August 8, 1905, with attestation by C. E. Baker.
City Council approves curb and grade work on Vermont Avenue from Main Street to unspecified boundary. Specifications filed with City Clerk by City Engineer and published for seven consecutive days. Attest by City Clerk Jt. Babcock and I. Baker.
The council fixed curbing on Monitean Avenue and connected alleys with concrete curb work. City Engineer to supervise erecting the curb along Monitean Avenue and its alleys. Passed August 7, 1904, by the city clerk.
An old advertisement promotes Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tar cough syrup as a non opioid remedy for coughs colds and related throat and chest issues. It claims pleasant taste suitable for children and adults and notes distribution by W. Rectes.
Edges curb lines for Missouri Avenue from Broadway to north limit and specifies construction along existing grades. Project includes alley work as part of the Missouri Avenue improvements and aligns with city standards for the street plan.
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