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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1901
Page
1
A historical overview notes recommendations on tariff policy trusts and antitrust measures, calls for public works and canal projects, and stance on colonies Cuba and China. It reports a new congress expected to act on these issues, plus a factory update with a new boiler, resumed work, and booming trade despite a temporary shutdown delaying shipments.
The Hay-Pauncefote treaty is ratified by the senate paving the way for a Nicaragua Canal bill. Danish West Indies purchase ratification is likely. The Chinese exclusion law is reenacted and an enlarged navy is authorized, though funding may fall short of recommendations. Internal revenue cuts are expected.
The discussions center on an $80,000,000 river and harbor bill. A plan urges federal spending to reclaim arid lands via irrigation. Another proposal seeks to boost merchant marine through government subsidies.
The article notes more than three thousand bills have been introduced and forecasts a busy session. James D Rich ardson of Tennessee is named to lead the Democratic House for a second term as the president delivers a landmark message deemed epochal. The Sentinel provides a comprehensive synopsis.
The item promotes Bard's drug store offerings with a focus on manicure and toilet products as part of a continued page seven feature.
In Redlands the jury acquitted Jared Whiting of disturbing the peace after he claimed a stove burn caused accidental profanity. Two witnesses testified to shocking words but the court accepted his explanation that cussing was justified by heat and injury.
The Clinton Pottery shut down last week to install improvements and make additions. The move aims to boost production and expand facilities as business operations pause.
The Sedalia Steam Laundry at 216 Lamine Street invites customers to try their service. It claims to improve life of shirts collars and cuffs through their laundering process and offers two phone numbers for contact.
Frederick Neil Innes, bandmaster, files for absolute divorce from Georgia T. Innes in New York Supreme Court alleging intimate relations with James J. Corbett and three others. He cites improper conduct by his wife with Corbett and three men who helped manage his band. Corbett denies any foundation beyond shared hotel living. Innes and band booked for Sedalia appearance.
An advertisement from Longan's Sedalia Steam Laundry pledges fair wages and quality work with a call to customers for any laundering needs. It emphasizes fair pay and reasonable costs tied to the quality of service.
The Chesterbrook stock farm in Chester County Pennsylvania, owned by Alexander J. Cassatt, president of the Pennsylvania Railroad, covers seven hundred acres with 261 tons of hay and pasture for over 200 horses along with 150 sheep 40 cows and 50 bullocks. The land is famed for its lush blue grass drawing Kentucky comparisons and attention from eastern Pennsylvania locals and admirers.
Washington reports show bounty sums for Admiral Dewey Sampson Schley and others from Manila and Santiago. Dewey earned about $180,000 while Sampson’s share is one twentieth and Schley’s about one fiftieth of division allotments. The article argues the figures illustrate Schley’s true command at Santiago and refutes claims he must surrender bounty to lawyers.
A large Sedalia audience filled Wood's Opera House Monday night to praise Blanche Walsh and her company in Janice Meredith. The historic drama, interpreted by skilled artists, drew repeated applause for its stirring action and Miss Walsh's compelling portrayal of the coquettish American maiden who captivates British officers and inspires soldiers.
Sedalia business leaders back a north line proposal by J B Quigley to Marshall enhancing coal trade and tourism. Hollenbeck urges adding McAllister Springs to the plan to supply cheap fuel access and a renowned health resort, with local brokers signaling a ready capitalized company. The plan contemplates rail connections Missouri Pacific Katy and Chicago Alton to ease resort access and boost regional growth. A letter from A Hollenbeck proposes Sedalia involvement to win popular support and potentially fund the project. Miss Belmont headlines theater at the opera house with a show titled A Thoroughbred Tramp on December 7.
An advertisement from Dow Drug Company highlights fine mirrors elegant perfumes and society stationery as featured items. It emphasizes upscale household goods and personal products appealing to shoppers seeking refined lifestyle accessories.
Receipts at the Olympic theater last week set a house record in St Louis and for other local venues with Ben Hur grossing over 50000 for the three week run. Daily totals ranged from 1748 to 2883 dollars as demand grew for the production and advance sales suggest another record week ahead.
A father C S Thompson and his two children, once separated after the mother’s death, reunited at the Missouri Pacific depot in a joyful meeting. The boy had stayed with his grandmother in this city while the girl lived with a guardian in Great Falls, Montana. The children will remain in the care of their grandmother, Mrs. W A Thompson, here.
Mrs J M Forsee is visiting friends in Kansas City during a brief trip. She plans to return by the end of the week.
W O B Dixon reports Pleasant Hill has a new postmaster George C Greenup formerly of Scranton appointed to the position. The town appears devastated after the depot fire while Kellog greenhouse expands with thirteen acres under glass and planning new furnaces.
W J Lemp Brewing of St Louis and Pabst Brewing of Milwaukee confessed judgment in a Dallas district court for penalties totaling 30000 and forfeiture of Texas permits for anti trust violations. The payment to the state ends part of Attorney General Bell's settlement plan. Anheuser Busch is expected to follow with 15000 and permit forfeiture.
Pleasant to take Coldicure is advertised as a cough cure at Bard's Drug Store. Locals are invited to visit the shop for relief and purchase details.
A full line of corn razors is advertised at Bard's Drug Store with a range of styles and prices. The listing highlights accessibility for customers seeking corn shaving tools.
Warrensburg court dismissed the case against W B Lawrence the rural school library accused thief. Warrants issued to recover books were illegal because they were payable in the future or issued by board members outside regular session.
Editor H H Simpson of the Pilot Grove Enterprise traveled from California Mo to testify in the Eli Luster murder case of Mrs Nancy Birdsong, seven years old. The case was adjourned to the second Monday in January due to missing state witnesses. Isom Vaughn was tried soon after the crime and acquitted.
A concise listing notes an elegant line of manicure scissors available at Bard's drug store. The item is highlighted as a quality grooming tool, inviting customers to browse the selection.
The Cincinnati Times-Star notes the S R O sign at both Lyceum performances of A Thoroughbred Tramp on Sunday. The melodrama’s sensational nature is highlighted as the author’s work.
Mrs. A. P. Morey of South Ohio Street will host the Rocking Chair club on Wednesday afternoon. Miss Lillian Poteet will entertain the Adagio club Thursday afternoon at her West Broadway home.
Miss Beulah Harris of West Seventh Street will entertain the Thursday High Five club on Thursday afternoon, inviting members to a social gathering and games.
Mrs. Ernest W. Lamy on South Missouri avenue will host a ladies card party Wednesday afternoon to honor J R Meyers who will move to Kansas City soon.
Arthur Pasfield and his bride Elizabeth Houston, formerly of this area, will depart on the Crown Prince Wilhelm for Europe where they plan to spend a year. The couple’s nuptials and destination are noted in local society notices.
An English reader computed totals for the Bible noting 39 Old Testament books 929 chapters 23 214 verses 590 439 words 2 728 109 letters The middle book is Proverbs and the middle chapter Job 29 The middle verse would be 2 Chronicles 17 if there were one more and verse 18 if one fewer The New Testament shows 27 books 260 chapters 7 959 verses 181 258 words 838 380 letters The middle book Thessalonians The middle chapter would be Romans 13 if there were a chapter more and Romans 14 if one less The middle verse is Acts 17 17 The shortest verse is John 11 35 The Bible's overall middle chapter is Psalm 117 and its middle verse is Psalm 118 8</S>
Last week three head of cattle disappeared from the herd of John Shively, a leading cattle dealer of Cooper. Shively came in yesterday and identified three hides of steers killed by a local butcher. The man who sold the cattle to the butcher fled and is not located.
Probate Judge Parsons, a popular Pettis county official, traveled to St Louis last evening on a business trip. He has many friends in the World's fair city and broad acquaintances across the state.
The Scheidenberger flour mills at Holden have ceased operations due to water scarcity. The company is digging a pond to secure future supply.
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