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Newspaper

Sedalia Evening Sentinel

Location

Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1899

Page

7

Bombardment and Relief Efforts for Ladysmith and Kimberley

London dispatches indicate Bu ll er's arrival at Frere signals a full relief drive for Ladysmith and possible simultaneous actions at Spytfontein. Kimberley faces 40 days of provisioning with 30 days of forage and water plentiful. a 4,000 strong cavalry brigade is to be sent. The Modder River fighting left Boer casualties heavy and Kimberley reports con verted theaters and hospital readiness.

London Buller Frere Ladysmith Lord Methuen Natal Spytfontein Modder River Kimberley Kekewich

Powder Works Wrecked In Fatal Explosion Near Sumneytown

At a powder works near Sumneytown Pennsylvania three men are dead and several others injured after two blasts wreck five buildings. The dead are William Baer Allen Schneck and John Schwager. Frank Schaeffer is fatally injured and Raymond Jaust seriously bruised.

Pottstown James S. Miller Sumneytown William Baer Allen Schneck John Schwager Frank Schaeffer Raymond Jaust Baer Schwager Schneck Schaeffer Faust

Palmer Denies Bryan Endorsement in IntervIew Controv ersy

In Howell Michigan a letter from John M. Palmer head of the sound money democrats denies an interview claiming support for William J. Bryan. Palmer says he did not predict Bryan’s election and that free silver republicans share his views. He predicts Bryan loses Illinois by 100000 votes. Frankfort Kentucky reports the Kentucky board of election commissioners will certify William S. Taylor as governor, with other Republicans likely to win on Saturday.

Washington Bryan Illinois Frankfort State Board of Election Commissioners William S. Taylor

Boy Defends Mother in Crenshaw County Home Invasion

Word from Crenshaw County, Alabama, states a 15 year old son of Widow Rhodes killed William Jones and mortally wounded John Pruitt after intruders battered a door with a fence rail while attempting to force entry to his mother's home. The boy fired in defense.

Montgomery Ala Crenshaw County Rhodes William Jones John Pruitt

Adel man kills wife then takes own life in tragedy

Adel Iowa says Joseph Huttheus about 65 years old living one and a half miles east of Adel beat his wife to death with a club yesterday then killed himself with a shotgun. He had been married about 40 years.

Adel, Ia Joseph Huttheus Adel

Missouri Christian Endeavorers Meet in Springfield

The Missouri state convention of Christian Endeavorers meets in Springfield today. The National Reform Association convention in New York was continued yesterday.

Missouri State Convention of Christian Endeavorers Springfield National Reform Association New York

Texas Wonder Cure for Kidney and Bladder Troubles

An advertisement touts Hall’s Great Discovery Texas Wonder as a cure for kidney and bladder issues including diabetes and rheumatic pain. It claims mail order availability for 1 and promises two months treatment. A testimonial from Bowling Green Virginia dated July 13 1899 supports sales. An Arkansas firm plans free doctor consultations to boost drug sales.

Hall BE. W. Hall St. Louis Bowling Green K. W. Hill St Louis Texas Parnell, & Davis

No-lo Bac Cure Ad Promises Strength Link

A vintage ad promotes No-lo Bac as a “wonder-worker” that makes weak men strong. It claims a cure is guaranteed with a booklet and sample free, listing Sterling Remedy Co. in Chicago and New York as contact points.

Adacess Sterling Remedy Co Chicago New York

Judge Williams Retained in Embezzlement Case

Judge W. M. Williams, former Missouri Supreme Court justice, is retained by Mr. Lgenfritz to aid Hon. Wm. D. Steele in prosecuting E. P. A. Harker for alleged embezzlement.

W. M. Williams Missouri Lgenfritz Wm. D. Steele E. P. A. Harker

Boschee's German Syrup Promoted for Severe Coughs

An advertisement touts Boschee's German Syrup as a universal remedy for sore throat and lung troubles. It claims to heal tissues destroy germs reduce inflammation ease expectoration and aid sleep. Sample bottles are available from A. S. McGowans and Otis W. Smiths.

Boschee A. S. McGowans Otis W. Smiths

Sunsets in Rome Compared to Sullivan County

A Rome letter to the Milan Republican notes Italian sunsets are not more beautiful than those seen in Sullivan County. The brief dispatch contrasts the two regions' skies and suggests equal beauty in local vistas.

Rome Milan Sullivan County

A Sure Cure For Croup

A pamphlet style claim praises Chamberlains Cough Remedy as effective against croup started by hoarseness and a creppy cough. It says early use prevents attacks and cites twenty five years of constant home use with no failures. Sold by Servant Harker Drug Co and J L Kautzman Otis W Smith.

Unionville marshal shoots at wife beater with no effect

The Linneus Bulletin reports Marshal Losey of Unionville fired three shots at a man accused of domestic violence last week. The community expresses considerable aggravation that none of the shots stopped the assailant.

Linneus Bulletin Marshal Losey Unionville

Son of an Ohio Merchant Cured of Chronic Diarrhoea

A father from Gleace Ohio reports his son suffered years with chronic diarrhoea. After using two bottles of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy at 25 cents each he was cured. He offers the testimonial to help others. Sold by Servant Harker Drug Co J L Kautzman and Otis W Smith.

Ohio Chamberlain Thomas C. Bower Gleace Servant- Harker Drug Co J. L. Kautzman Otis W. Smith

Cures a Cold in One Day by Dr La Verne Grip Tab

An ad for Dr. D. L. La Verne Grip Tab claims to cure la grippe and colds in one day without affecting the head like quinine. Priced at 25 cents, advertised as the best remedy for headache. Aug Fleischmann's Pharmacy Sedalia Mo.

D. L. la Verne T. Fleischmann Fourth Ohio Sedalia

Make a SeExtra NeXter Want Ad Propositions

Readers can place or respond to wants and offers in the SENTINEL want ads. Hundreds read the column, and almost any proposition finds a ready audience. Place your message where buyers and sellers meet for quick results.

Wantep To Form Acquaintance For Spanish Study

A note seeking someone to start studying Spanish with. Contact this office for details and address.

Black Flag 2ndhand Store Cash Price for Household Goods

The Black Flag secondhand store offers the highest cash price for household goods. Money loaned on goods stored. L. F. Mackey at 113 West Main Street. West Main Street.

L. F. Mackey Main Street West Main Street

Transfer man offers hauling services for freight and coal

WantrEp A 3B describes a transfer man who will move you and haul freight coal or wood. When you have hauling to do call 240.

Helfert and Raiffeisen Open Second Hand Store

Helfert and Raiffeisen have opened a new second hand store at 115 West Main Street offering a range of used household goods and books. Prices are described as the best and cheapest in town.

Helfert & Raiffeisen West Main St Stanley Coal CO East Second Street Fifth Street John Stark & Son

Queen City Iron Yard Ad Offers Cash for Scrap

WantTEp Rags old iron copper brass bones and bottles of all kinds. Highest cash prices paid. Queen City Iron Yard at 500 506 W Main St. Telephone 263. Wagon call service available.

Queen City Iron Yard Main St

Wanted traveling man ager for Akron territory

Employment ad seeks a live traveling manager, man or woman, liberal cash and commission paid first year with potential increase second year. Local work available, good references required. Apply at Factory corner Perkins and Union streets Akron Ohio.

Perkins and Union Streets Akron Ohio

Smallest Married Couple in the World

Fatma and Smaun, a tiny married couple from the East Indies, are sensational in Berlin. Smaun stands a little over twenty inches tall. Fatma, about the same age, weighs in at under eighteen inches. A quart champagne bottle beside him reaches to his cheekbone. They have been married for several years.

Fatma Smaun Berlin East Indies

Letter from son in Honolulu mocks Cleveland over Hawaii flag incident

Judge Burr quotes his son Linc Burr who is traveling to the Philippine Islands by transport. The letter praises Hawaii as the Islands of Hawaii and accuses former President Cleveland of a grave error for removing the American flag there.

Judge Burr Linc Burr Honolulu Philippine Islands Hawaii Cleveland

Chamberlain's Pain Balm Gains Wide Fame for Rheumatism

Richmond resident D. B. Johnston reports relief after using Chamberlain's Pain Balm for rheumatism praising its fast action. The notice notes local druggists Servant Harker, J. L. Kautzman, Otis W. Smith, Arch Campbell. Engineer at Missouri Pacific shops Otis W. Smith laid off today.

Arch Campbell Missouri Pacific Robi Beasmore

Walker's Tonic Promises Renewed Vigor and Health

The advertisement claims Walker's Tonic restores vital force in a rundown man by rejuvenating the brain regulating the heart and nourishing the nervous system. It asserts renewed strength and overall health through tonic use.

Walker

War dispatch reports G T Lambirth at front

G T Lambirth went to war this morning and was seen in action. The report notes his presence with military units and notes ongoing operations in the area.

G.T. Lambirth Warsaw

Wanted district office managers in the state

A recruitment notice seeking several district office managers to represent the advertiser in their counties and surrounding areas. Offers $600 yearly, paid weekly, with references exchanged. Applicants may enclose a self addressed stamped envelope to A. Park at 300 Caxton Building, Chicago.

A. Park Caxton Building Chicago

Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey Clears Throat and Cough

Hoarseness may lead to a throat irritation and a racking cough. Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey is advertised as a quick remedy to clear the throat and restore a smooth voice, claiming to cure coughs colds and throat and lung disorders.

Miss Carrie Cooper Returns From Nebraska Visit

Miss Carrie Cooper returns from Nebraska where she visited her father and found him much improved.

Carrie Cooper Nebraska

Dominion Company seeks managers in nearby counties

Wanted: several bright honest persons to act as managers. Salary 900 dollars a year plus expenses. Permanent positions for office work conducted at home. References from any bank in any town. Enclose self addressed stamped envelope. Dominion Company Dept. 2 Chicago.

Counses Straigh Bona-Fide The Dominion Company Dept. 2 Chicago

Trustworthy agents sought for War in South Africa promotion

The Dominion Company seeks trustworthy persons to take orders for War in South Africa and the Dark Continent from William Harding. Cable edition praised as wonderful and brilliantly written. Distribute $100,000 in gold among salespeople. First, high commissions, 30 days credit, freight and duty paid. Address Dept. V Chicago.

South Africa William Harding The Dominion Company Dept. V Chicago

Lost Pouch in Opera House Prompts Reward

A ladies pocket book was found in the opera house on Thursday afternoon containing $5.00 a key and receipts. Finder urged to return the item to this office for a liberal reward.

Feli and Harris Sell Mercantile Rye Whisky

Feli and Harris sell the celebrated Mercantile Rye whisky located at 114 Ohio. The notice highlights the niche spirits trade and the sale event.

Feli & Harris Mercantile Ohio

Money to Loan on Farms and City Property Sedalia

Benton H. Ingram advertises money to loan on good improved farms and central city property with office in the Missouri Trust Co. building Sedalia Missouri. The Rock Island Playing Cards promotion offers one pack for 15 cents and four packs prepaid by mail for 50 cents or more, sent via express to John Sebastian G P A C R L P Chicago.

Missouri Trust Co Sedalia Rock Island Express John Sebastian Chicago

Monarch Laundry Ad Promises 10 Percent Savings

Local laundry service touts ten percent discount with satisfaction guaranteed. Wagons call at all locations. Operated by Chas. Van Antwerp.

Monarch Chas. van Antwerp

Missouri Pacific Railway Seeks Business Men Train Schedules

Five elegant passenger trains east and five west daily offer the best service west of the Mississippi. J W McClain handles P & T A duties. Sedalia departure 7:55 pm arrives St Louis 10:55 pm. Connections to Chicago Milwaukee Toledo Indianapolis Columbus Pittsburgh Cincinnati Washington Philadelphia New York and Boston.

Mississippi J. W. McClain P &T A Chicago Sedalia St Louis Chicago & Am Spilwauker Toledo Indianapolis Columbus Pittsburg Cincinnati Washington Philadelphia New York Boston

Very Cheap One Way Tickets To Pacific Northwest Cities

Daily one way tickets sold to Portland Seattle Tacoma and Helena Butte and other western cities. Low fares advertised with frequent departures from major hubs.

Portland Seattle Tacoma Sakane Helena Butte

Also Mentioned on This Page

A. A. Stowe N. 4Th St San Jose Cal Miles DR. Miles Gr. Miles Medical Company Elkhart Ind P. H. Sangree Henry Lamm Sangree & Lamm Ohio Street E. Third St Chas Carroll East Third Street Indapo Hindoo Remedy CO Sedalia, Mo Perfecto CO Caxi Aug. T. Fleis Druggist Rapper Jon Eliverita Doe Nervitea Medical Co A. T. Fleischmann Drug Company Fourth and Ohio Streets Hester Dre Eest Parti Ladtea Gol Ng Money Loan A & Chas. van Antwerp Katy Building OTQ Frere Camp John M. Palmer Sound Money Democrate Kentucky Maryville Hunter's Sujin Sentinel J. D. Donnohue D. B. Johnston Richmond, Inc Servant Harker Drug Co Rocky Mountain Saie Bv Eli Drucgist Peter Rockwell Katy Chillowee Red Cross Pple Coal Company Benton H. Ingram W. J. Letts Missouri Pacific Railway
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