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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1905
Page
2
The notice from the Newspaper Co. Sedalia Missouri announces second class mail subscriptions and directs readers to address all complications to the firm.
The article argues that the New York World misuses food price data by averaging disparate changes, citing flour, eggs, and other items with large jumps or drops. It links such sophistry to wage earners and discusses Maryland's proposed constitutional amendment restricting voting based on understanding of the constitution, contrasting with southern measures. It condemns the amendment as machine-driven and anti democratic.
A Maryland constitutional amendment targets parity leaders aiming to disfranchise voters beyond African Americans. It requires literacy of a constitution section with explanation, or prior voting eligibility, or male linear descent from a qualifying voter as of January 1, 1869, raising concerns about racial and literacy-based restrictions.
Pekin Illinois August 11 Judge William R Curren says he will carry the Santa Fe demurrage dispute to the state supreme court rather than pay 5 cents for a door storage charge. He argues the rail company misused its rules and seeks public protection from such charges. The case stems from a door shipment held without a bill of lading and a subsequent storage demand.
Fragmentary ad copy describes three reasons for a home remedy labeled Three Good arm duet reasons. It references mothers, children, coughing fits and whooping cough. The listing notes sale by W. B Bard Drug Co.
The Portland exposition unveiled a Sacagawea statue honoring the Shoshone heroine who aided Lewis and Clark. The piece notes her royal lineage and pivotal role in guiding the expedition, funded by Northwest women and modeled by a Western girl.
The advertisement claims the remedy cures female weakness various uterine conditions and related nervous sleeplessness without alcohol opium or harmful drugs. It asserts over half a million women found relief and offers free consultations by mail with Dr R V Pierce at 103 Main Street Buffalo NY.
Portland Oregon August 11 Californians from Oakland Alameda and Berkeley visit the fair as a designated day. Thousands arrive by train greet at the station, assemble at the California building, and receive welcome remarks from Governor Pardee and other officials. A luncheon follows and a second gathering is planned with President Goode and Mayor Mott responding.
Former State Senator C. W. Cobb was shot dead by his wife in Royston Georgia as he walked in his sleep. Mrs Cobb, hearing movement in the house, believed burglars were present and fired. She later became prostrated by the shock of the incident.
Foley's Honey and Tar offers immediate relief to asthma sufferers in severe attacks and claims to cure if taken promptly. Marketed by Arlington Pharmacy based in Mold.
On Friday nights amateurs contest draws crowds at the resort venue offering family friendly entertainment and light competition for budding performers and hobbyists benefiting local recreation efforts.
The notice touts DeWitt’s Witch Hazel salve as a cure for scars inflammation and wounds. It claims rapid relief from cuts burns bruises piles and skin diseases and warns against counterfeit products sold by W. & Bard Drug Co.
San Francisco observers report the long awaited bout between Jim McCormick and Gus Ruslin will occur tonight at the Colomax athletic event. The winner receives 75 percent of the purse as both fighters are said to be in peak condition for a spirited contest.
Advertises DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as a cure for sunburn skin and scalp diseases and various conditions including boils sores carbuncles and piles. Claims to draw out fire from burns and heal without scarring and warns against substitutes sold by other druggists.
An advertising blurb touts a “special agent” insect exterminator product sold by a local druggist. The bottle is priced at 36e. The terse notice reads like a quip or mock endorsement with a playful wartime tone.
An open letter directed to ants, mosquitoes, fleas, bed bugs and other pests declares move or die and urges action. It asks readers to join Grayback and notes a druggist sells Wor eds Insect Exterminator.
At Oak Mill camp meeting in Peoria Illinois Presiding Fder Van Pelt prohibits funny stories from the pulpit and prohibits audience laughter. Women must wear sleeved attire as managers aim for a Peter Cartwright era style. The gathering starts tomorrow with strict rules.
An unsigned notice warns lest critics face trouble and declares the author will not beg in Md A. Rinker’s name. The speaker asserts independence from others and urges caution in commentary.
Tomorrow is WABH Day again at the Monarch Laundry. Send the family washing while busy with other chores. Call 188 and the wagon will call. The Monarch Laundry at 606 South Ohio Street advertises door pickup and service.
In Petersburg Indiana on August 11 three Gladis children of Madison township played near a small well. The youngest, six years old, slipped in head first and drowned while the others watched. The six year old reportedly shouted Look at the soap bubbles as the rescue attempt failed.
An advertisement touts Rocky Mountain Tea for children claiming it makes them healthy and rosy. It advertises two forms tea or tablets priced 36 cents and lists W. B Bard Drug Co as the seller.
An enigmatic exchange on a peculiar topic unfolds with abrupt requests for a bottle and a cryptic inquiry about an Ixterminator. The dialog hints at a surreal or coded setting with implied tension and eccentric behavior.
Pleasantly effective and easy to take pills touted as a guarantee against headache biliousness and liver troubles. The advertclaims cure for jaundice and other digestive ills with claims of toning and strengthening the liver. Sold by W. E. Bard Drug Co.
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