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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1903
Page
5
A large fire gutted an immense barn at a packing company in Kansas City. Firefighters fought the blaze for hours, report extensive flames and smoke, with concern over storage chemicals and possible structural collapse. No injuries listed, cause under investigation.
A four story Armour Packing barn fire in Kansas City caused twenty thousand dollars in damage and endangered property valued at millions. Fire departments from both Kansas Citys fought the blaze starting on the third floor where hay was stacked. a hundred horses and wagons were moved to safety while the restaurant on that floor suffered heavy damage.
Job notice seeks a first class barber for the fair week. Apply at 105 West Third Street to Charles Pudry for consideration.
A Nashville mother reports her three year old son cured of indigestion after using Kodol Dyspepsia Care. The ad claims 91 of 100 childhood diseases stem from stomach disorders and that Kodol digests what you eat to keep the stomach sweet. Sold by W. E. Bard Drug. Arlington Pharmacy offers toilet water and perfumes.
An advertisement from Longan's Laundry promises superior laundering, urging customers to choose Red Cross Pall Blue Ball Blue for clean fabrics. It promotes a 2 oz package for five cents.
Harry Brookfield appeared in police court for keeping late hours and was fined five dollars and costs. Bert Hultz also faced the court for being drunk and paid the same amount in fines and costs.
Mrs Allman colored was arrested last night for disturbing the peace of Lizzie Emerson colored. She appeared before Justice T. P. Berry this morning who continued her case until Monday.
The Degree of Honor met Thursday night and elected officers including Past chief of honor Mrs. Nellie Eiseman Chief of honor Mrs. Anna Prentice Lady of Honor Mrs. Jenie Lackey Chief of Ceremony Mrs. May Taylor Recorder Mrs. Leslie Eiseman Financial secretary Mrs. Alice Castle Receiver Mrs. Anna Phelan Usher Mrs. May Owens Examining physicians Dr. W T Thomas and Dr. J N Ferguson Trustee long term Mrs. Mary Trustee short term Mrs. Alice Castle.
Sedalia Lodge No 236 will hold a special communication Friday evening August 14 at 7 30 for Third Degree work. All Master Masons invited. C T Whisman Wor M E E Codding Secretary. Arlington Pharmacy advertises toilet water brands.
Death of infant child of Mr Dudley Lee and wife near Beaman. Cause not stated. Buried today in family burial grounds after death occurred around 10 o'clock last night.
Dr A H Heaton sold his automobile to A M Harlan a well known grocer drummer.
Thieves broke into the State fair grounds administration building and stole two Western Union telegraph sounders and a key. A small amount of money from workers’ clothing was also taken. Manager Gibbons says instruments disturbed since Tuesday and expects replacement by tomorrow. Estimated value of missing items is ten dollars.
R R Holbrook of Kansas City was awarded the contract to decorate the agricultural building. Work began today and is to be completed in time for the event.
An old advertisement urges use of Red Cross Ball Blue to keep garments white. It claims a two ounce package is sold by grocers for five cents.
A historical advertisement touts Eupepsia Tablets as a cure for dyspepsia and related stomach troubles. It claims nine tenths of diseases originate from digestion and offers a three day home trial free of charge with money back if unsatisfied. Includes customer testimonials and address in Saint Louis Missouri.
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