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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1901
Page
16
The Sentinel notes the birth of a granddaughter to the late Col. John O Day. The newborn woman is Mrs. O Day, No. 3, formerly Helen Baldwin, now living in St. Louis. She will be 18 in December 1919.
A fragmented cryptic note mentions a coal bin and an aid to a dog to the hen. It jokes about laying in coal and urges calling telephone 1000 for similar actions, ending with a curious line about hot stuff koal.
An accumulated stock of odd sizes in gents underwear offered at deep discounts. Two lots available with shirts and drawers priced originally 25c and 39c now 15c for your pick. Second lot includes garments marked 48c to 75c now 25c. Located at 214 Ohio street.
A nostalgic note mentions coffee tea and chocolate reminiscent of mother’s kitchen at Meyers Bakery and Coffee House located at 512 Ohio Street. The friendly ad hints at homey flavors and a comforting visit for locals.
Owen Brown relocates his stock of sheet music and musical merchandise to 514 Ohio Street and invites friends and customers to visit the new location. He signals a warm welcome and ongoing service for patrons.
Advertises loans of $1,000 and up on Pettis county realty with best terms. Farm loans offered at 5 percent interest with partial payment privileges. J H Bothwell, attorney and counselor, Sedalia National Bank Building.
Pettis county diners are urged to try our 25 cent meals acclaimed as the best value in the region. The ad invites new customers to visit and enjoy good living at 116 E. Second St with John Kaiser signer.
A charm of hope colors a quiet Arlington event as a lucky guesser wins a beautiful doll in the Christmas raffle. Local organizers encourage participation for a joyful season.
An anonymous note urges readers to deliver gifts including an umbrella and linen nap items to the Boston address at 214 Ohio Street, signaling a possible outreach or social appeal.
Reynolds, the man charged with killing a Fisher, both named in the incident at Sweet Springs on September 15, was acquitted in the criminal court at Marshall Saturday.
A.J. Fults & Co advertises Windsor coal at 3.00 per ton with delivery and dry or green wood by the cord or stove lengths. Also promotes Joe Sewell at the Star and Arlington Pharmacy Christmas offer. The notice ends with a generic line about egg prices.
Competitors must bring stamps to our store by 8 p m Tuesday with name and address on each package. Q stamps require our private mark. unmarked wills not count. Stamps will be received and counted at our office. Prizes mailed Christmas morning to winners. January premium on Q stamps announced.
In New York buyers face limited action as Armours and Swifts store 15,000,000 dozen. Prices stand at 40 cents a dozen while distributors fear a market collapse when selling begins.
Clerks are urged to grab lunches at Meyers located on 512 Ohio Street. The notice emphasizes midday meals for staff.
The Sedalia Warsaw and Southwestern railway announces round trip tickets sold December 24 25 31 1901 and January 1 1902 good until January 2 1902 return at one and one third fare with a minimum selling rate of one dollar.
Peter Pehl promotes a vast stock of rare old wines and liquors ideal for holidays. The wholesale and family store at 115 West Second Street guarantees purity and offers the best prices for family purchases.
Harry B Hawes president of the St. Louis board of police commissioners and J H Edwards are named as new owners of the Jefferson City Press. The paper, previously controlled by a receiver, was sold to Judge A M Hough with undisclosed capital backers. The Kansas City Star notes the venture may align with the administration.
Advertises a selection of fancy bon bons and chocolates with prices starting at 25 cents at Walch's store.
An old advertisement promotes Red Cross Ball Blue laundry product with a call to avoid imitations. It suggests happiness through using the genuine cleaner and emphasizes authenticity.
A Sentinel visit shows F Taylor Cain at 116 West Main street offering an extensive, well priced Christmas assortment in Pettis County. Heating stoves, cook stoves, tools, watches, firearms, kitchenware, coats, sporting goods and toys fill the selection with emphasis on usefulness and value.
New York December 24 Edgar S Maclay author of a naval history declines Roosevelt resignation request He formally notified Rear Admiral Barker at the navy yard of his decision He says civil service protection applies and he knows no reason to resign Maclay works as a special laborer under civil service law
A water damaged notice advertises a Christmas goods sale at Kautzman’s City Drug Store located at 104 West Main Street. The sale promises fine goods at half price.
An advertisement touts a broad assortment of handkerchiefs priced from 10 cents to 1.50 dollars. It highlights low prices and a wide selection for shoppers seeking affordable linen items.
Private sale notice by Mrs. A Cohen offering all household furniture at low prices. Address 511 West Main Street. The ad asks buyers to contact for purchase details.
George E. Dugan of 116 East Fifth street expands his shop with a fine line of picture moulding and framing services offered at reasonable rates. Bring your pictures for immediate framing. Telephone 142.
Versailles community voices demand for a new grand jury to oversee the circuit court term. The editorial cites widespread gambling, says not a single person will report crimes, and argues action would yield fines. Broadcloth and jeans noted among participants in the gambling network.
Burglars entered the Pacific Express company office in Butler Missouri last night by cutting the door lock. They tried to blow the safe with putty nitro glycerine and a fuse, but the fuse failed to work. They were probably frightened away before another attempt.
Lebanon Missouri December 24 The first section of Frisco No 6 eastbound was wrecked near Swedborg about thirty miles east of here Every car was ditched several people were slightly injured but no fatalities reported All trains delayed several hours
A new Meyers' Home Bakery and Coffee House is located in the Y M C A building. The venture promises fresh breads pastries and beverages to patrons in the neighborhood.
Railroad tickets bought and sold at Holland's ticket office located at 105 East Second Street.
An item notes available funds for a loan from R A Higdon located at the Katie building and lists fancy candies made from pure materials at Walch's.
W D Rogers an assistant guard at the penitentiary in Jefferson City visited J M Forsee in this city on Monday. He was en route to Butler Missouri to wed Miss Cora Betz this evening and will return to Jefferson City Sunday.
Bright, active young business man to travel in central Missouri with headquarters at Sedalia to introduce guaranteed remedies for rheumatism, syphilis, scrofula, and related diseases. Good pay for the right man. Address Lopez Remedy Company 581 West Douglas Avenue Wichita Kansas.
Mrs A Cohen advertises a private sale offering affordable household furniture for quick, quiet purchase.
Col Strang has been in Marshall since the last issue and continues coal testing. Walch's candies noted as good candies.
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