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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1900
Page
4
Jefferson City reports that the big willow sandbar opposite the city is crowded with rabbits. Hunters killed about a dozen and a half in a recent outing while the thick willows and cane brake make shooting difficult. With dogs and quick triggers, hunters expect good winter hunting as rabbits abound on the bar. Local hotels reportedly will have plenty of guests this winter.
The article notes the possibility that Northern Pacific will inform all women stenographers that after March 1 their services will not be needed. It argues young men are preferred for advancement, while women are seen as satisfactory but less promotable for higher roles.
Two inmates escaped Sunday by jumping into the river from the reform school. One was recaptured. a white boy named Mat McClurg remains at large. Judge Kinsey issued seventeen warrants for arrests Monday, but only a few were served. The Sentinel carries want ads and notices for rentals, employment, and business opportunities, including Monarch Poultry Mxture recruitment.
Sedalia Lodge No. 71 S. A. of M. elected officers for the coming year. Henry Langreck named president, John Wills vice president, M. J. McCabe recording secretary, Frank Royce financial secretary, Wesley Carter treasurer, Ed Calkins conductor, Arthur Geisenhower inner sentinel. John Cox made past conductor and Watt Williams joined the board of trustees.
Captain W. H. Mason discovered Lujin's grocery store open last night and notified the owner.
Sim Crane, a minor, testifies in circuit court that he did not influence his grandfather Dennis Maley to obtain a deed. Crane says he paid $100 for the property and rendered services. Jessie S. Boppenmeyer also seeks temporary alimony and $300 for suit money in her divorce from Andrew Boppenmeyer. Other entries include motions to dismiss and actions to set aside deeds in related cases.
Multiple short notices list for rent and sale items including a modern cottage on a two acre lot with garden and chicken potential, a fresh milch cow with calves at Barrett Place, and furnished rooms in various locations. Also notices seeking a delivery wagon, a houseworker, and a confidential partner inquiry from a man seeking a capital partner for a manufacturing business.
Advertisement notes a selection of grape fruit and pineapples available at the Candy Palace with phone contact 218 for orders or inquiries.
The Barrick case opens in Justice Rogers court with a jury. Miss Barrick sues for salary for one term claiming a contract existed but she was barred from teaching. Attorneys Steele Dow represent the school board. Hastain leads Barrick's side.
The Retail Clerks' association met last night in regular session. Two new members were welcomed. An invitation from Rev J. S. Moody, rector of Calvary Episcopal church, to attend services next Sunday was accepted. The body will attend in a group and resolutions thanking the Rev Moody were passed.
The public expects the war tax to be repealed only if Mark Hanna’s ship subsidy bill requires funding. Political observers note the subsidy debate may influence revenue removal and fiscal policy this session.
Ad claims Dr Hobbs Sparagus Pills cure all kidney ills with a sample free. Mentions Sterling Kennedy Co of Chicago or New York, promoting a medicinal remedy.
A large company with solid financial reputation seeks dependable individuals in every county. Offer includes a definite salary of $956 per year, paid weekly, plus $3 per day expense allowance and expenses advance. No commission, salary paid each Saturday. Address Standard House Caxton Building Chicago.
P. R. Hoos and Miss Clara M. Myer, both of St. Louis, married today, as did R. N. Barnes of Lexington and Miss Louella Gibson of Marshall. After dining at Hotel Kaiser they left on the afternoon trains.
The Innominatae club hosts Walter Moore for an evening engagement. A side note asks about the Rathbone and Neeley prosecutions and whether they still know too much.
Lexington Lump coal sold at 3 dollars per ton with delivery available. Coohen's Coal Co contact Tel. 263 for orders.
The ballot has settled the question of the presidency. When it comes to settling the question of where the best ballot results aim to direct leadership and policy decisions.
We are selling furniture as a unanimous group effort. Morris Chairs range from 5.00 to 15.00 and other items from 2.00 to 25.00. A 10 percent reduction is in effect this week with a north window lounge display to attract buyers.
J. J. Crouch visited Sedalia on Monday and ordered a full outfit for a sawmill to be established soon on his farm six and one half miles southeast of Cole Camp.
The David Blocher property at Fourth and Grand was sold today under a deed of trust by Sheriff Williams to Wallace B. Drake of Warrensburg for $1,500.
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