04 Dec 1901
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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1901
Page
1
A planned sale of a run down Sedalia shoe factory stalled as bidders and officials weigh options for the dilapidated site. City leaders consider whether to pursue rehabilitation or another disposition amid funding concerns and market conditions.
Sedalia's Business Men's Club dismisses a proposed shoe factory as a bad deal after investigation. President J M Cannon explains the bid originated from a failed St. Joseph venture with worthless assets. A separate note previews a major railroad conference led by Harriman Gould Hill to discuss traffic and potential Western railroad consolidations.
An early 20th century laundry ad from Sedalia promotes quality work and fair wages, inviting customers to call for any laundering needs and highlighting sustenance as a daily necessity.
The Supreme Court ruled that state constitutional provisions do not automatically apply to newly acquired territories for general purposes. For tariff duties, new territory falls under federal legislation, with the Philippines treated like Puerto Rico. The Foreaker Act remains valid for duties on imports into Puerto Rico from the United States.
An elegant line of manicure scissors is showcased at Bard's drug store highlighting precision blades and quality grooming tools for daily use.
In New York on December 4 the all absorbing topic is the conference of Western railroad presidents and its implications for finance and transport.
Sedalia Steam Laundry promotes its laundering process to extend the life of shirts collars cuffs and garments. The ad lists its address 216 Lamine Street and two phone numbers for contact.
In the western counties wheat is in fine condition with pasturing, while overall growth is slow from drought. Much corn remains shocked but sound except where worm-damaged, and husking is hindered by dryness. Cotton picking near completion in the southeast. Fall pastures uneven. stock water scarce in many areas.
County court adjourned delaying December term after refusing to approve several tramp and vagrant fee bills. Sheriff and prosecuting attorney face unpaid costs while court cites financial strain and seeks only legitimate criminal costs. Prairie Queen I O F and St Omer Commandery Knights Templar list officers. other lodge elections noted. Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen Nevada announces 1902 officers.
A full line of corn razors is advertised at Bard's Drug Store, highlighting availability for customer use.
The Cincinnati Times-Star notes S. R. O. signs at both Lyceum performances of A Thoroughbred Tramp on Sunday. It praises Miss Belmont as a rising Chicago socialite with stage charm and notes the show also heads to the opera house for a December 7 matinee and night.
One of the stage stories that will remain strong to audiences is Uncle Tom's Cabin a sumptuous production to be given at the opera house on Monday matinee and night December 9. It is hoped every boy and girl may witness this famed show.
The court drew petit jurors for the January term including S. F. Anderson Heaths Creek Jesse Karrick Longwood J R Robertson Houstonia J T Oglesby Blackwater Luther Lucas Lamonte Frank Thompson Dresden A F Sargent Cedar Peter Kahrs Bowling Green Milton Homan Smithton David Pittman Prairie Charles Spickert Elk Fork John R Truel Green Ridge J L Cordry Washington Steve Shea Flat Creek William Seigle Lake Creek Joe Sterlin Hughesville Sedalia C T Cullom J H Doyle P L Deweese W T Morris John Hyatt James Henderson William Momberg and J H Mertz The band of Constable James Vaughan Green Ridge township approved Pat Curran city granted a dramshop license
Mild cough remedy Coldicure advertised as pleasant to take available at Bard's Drug Store. Local shoppers advised to visit Bard's for relief from coughing.
Neapolis I O O F lodge No 153 has elected F M Sprague noble grand Charles Coons vice grand W B Miller secretary Lee Looney treasurer and Dr G E McNeil representative to grand lodge for the ensuing year in 1902.
Kk J Donnelly P S Jamerson and E T Behrens trustees Will Blatter man F W Heitland and Herman Busch named in the document as trustees or parties involved in the estate proceedings.
Equity Lodge No. 26 of the A O U W elects J S Bosserman as delegate and Steve Olm sted as alternate to the grand lodge. Officers hold over until July.
A meeting at the Huckins house brought together twenty independent telephone company representatives. Officers elected include G. W. Schneer as temporary chairman, Dr. Force as first vice president, F. A. Churchill as second vice president, and Galliday as temporary secretary. A follow up in mid February will establish a permanent body. The event included a reception hosted by the Queen City Telephone Company with Mayor Babock and local press in attendance.
An advertisement from Dow Drug showcases fine mirrors, society stationery, and elegant perfumes, promoting refined home and personal items for customers seeking stylish, high quality goods.
Senators Cockrell and West received a telegram from the Artists' guild of St. Louis offering a figurehead for the battleship Missouri. Sponsors include D. R. Francis and Halsey C. Ives. Funds would come from subscriptions. Missouri launching is set for December 28 with Cockrell’s daughter likely to christen using Missouri wine.
London authorities start a prize contest to find autovehicles for transporting army supplies. Manufacturers from Europe and America compete with steam and internal combustion engines, aiming for a machine light enough for rough roads, yet strong enough for wear. Prizes total 5000 dollars for the top three designs.
The notice highlights Bard's Drug Store offering a full range of manicure items and toilet products. It advertises personal care essentials and associated accessories for customers seeking convenience in one location.
The Cigarmakers Union Local 232 meeting last night nominated officers for the coming year. Slated for president are F. W. Heitland and Herman Busch, with Martin Busch as vice president, Johann Deidrich Myers as secretary, Fred Lucking and Ed McCubbin as treasurers, and George Volker, Clemens Honkamp, and E. T. Behrens as sergeants at arms. A financial committee was also named.
Sedalia public library board credits its decision against competitive bids as a safeguard after a $50 000 building by Mauran Russell and Garden. Springfield Illinois faced losses from bid contests and Carnegie oversight, while Sedalia’s model library draws national attention from Library Bulletin and visitors like S Rammage and officials from Decatur and Joplin.
A letter to Harry Huckins of the Huckins Hotel reports Col. Joseph Huckins, recently operated on in St. Louis, resting easily and progressing as well as expected.
The W. E. Bard Drug Company promotes Coldicure as the best cough remedy available, highlighting its efficacy and trusted brand backing in advertisements.
Apache Tribe No. 55 initiated Adam Myers of Syracuse Mo at their regular meeting. An election of officers is slated for the last meeting of the month.
Forty five persons were pursued for unpaid licenses and warrants. Three licenses unpaid as of Tuesday remained and were settled in police court this morning, closing the case for those individuals.
Two unknown individuals dined at Hamilton's restaurant yesterday on forged orders. Police are seeking the pair but have not captured them yet.
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