The Literary Digest: All Periodicals in One
The Literary Digest is a weekly magazine with 32 illustrated pages selling for 3.00 a year. It claims broad appeal to lawyers bankers physicians and clergymen with a large national circulation and invites readers to sample with a 10 cent copy.
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America
Funk & Wagnais CO
Sheriff Williams To Host Feasting Night For Journalists
After two successful terms Sheriff J. C. Williams plans a farewell event inviting newspaper reporters for a hot tamale feast as his tenure ends.
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J. C. Williams
Blood Balm Co promotes cure for rheumatism and catarrh
In a cautious patent medicine style the ad claims Botanic Blood Balm cures deep seated rheumatism and catarrh by purifying blood. It asserts toxins cause pains in bones joints and swollen glands and promises relief with a $1 Bruggists price and free trial treatment plus free medical advice from Blood Balm Co of Atlanta Georgia.
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Blood Balm CO
Atlanta
Walking 0 Work Promises Open Air Exercise for Women
A Victorian advice column extols walking as the sole outdoor exercise for businesswomen in stores or offices. It endorses Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery for breathing pain, chest soreness, persistent cough, or lung disease, claiming 98 in 100 cured. A testimonial from Mrs Mollie Jacobs of Felton Delaware cites recovering strength and energy after use.
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Doctor Pierce
Mollie Jacobs
Felton, Kent Co
Delaware
Dr. Pierce
Sheriff Sells Four Dai-Whi-Mo Lots to Satisfy Tax Judgments
Sheriff J. C. Williams on Saturday sold four lots in the Dai-Whi-Mo addition to satisfy judgments on several special tax suits.
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J. C. Williams
Dai-Whi-Mo
Mrs Florence Frasier Endorses Krauses Headache Capsules
Mrs Florence Frasier of Ledgewood North Dakota urges readers to send 50 cents for Krause s Headache Capsules claiming they cure her terrible sick headaches. Sold by Ott s drug store and Otis W Smith.
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Florence Frasier
Ledgewood, N. D
Krause
Ott’s Drug Store
Otis W. Smith
New Methodist Church at Jefferson City Near Finish
For the new year the Methodist church at Jefferson City is set to be completed by year end. The project advances as winter approaches, with carpenters and masons working to finish the nave and minister’s hall.
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Jefferson City
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve Ad by Arlington Pharmacy
Caution against counterfeit versions of DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. The original salve is promoted as a remedy for piles eczema cuts scalds burns sores and skin diseases and sold by Arlington Pharmacy.
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DeWitt
DeWitt’s
Arlington Pharmacy
Bard's listing for cut glass and Bosserman's repair shop
An advertisement notes Bard's carries elegant cut glass ware. It urges customers to visit J. S. Bosserman's at 219 South Lamine street for first class dyeing, cleaning, pressing or repairing services.
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Bard’s
J. S. Bosserman’s
South Lamine Street
Gas Fixtures and Drop Lights at Holcomb's
Elegant dresser sets only 1.50 at Kautzman's Drug Store 104 West Main Street offers a selection of gas fixtures and drop lights.
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Holcomb'’S
Dresser
Kautzman’s Drug Store
West Main
Money to loan at five percent no commission
Frank Vollrath advertises available loans at five percent interest with no commission. He invites inquiries at Room 217 Ilgenfritz Block.
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Ilgenfritz Block
Cakes from Boston Cafe Deliver Tasteful Treats
The bakery section features cakes from Boston Cafe praised for rich flavor and moist texture. Locals report consistent quality and appealing presentation at the cafe's storefront.
Carnegie Touches Fort Dodge Library Move
Mr Andrew Carnegie of Pittsburgh agreed to fund a Fort Dodge library after a street conversation near Senator Hanna's residence. Solicitor O Connell and Mint Director Roberts presented the case for a city site and maintenance, with Carnegie pledging 30000 dollars for the building once conditions are met.
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Mr. Carnegie
Fort Dodge
St. Dodge
Shoreham
Hanna
O’connell
Mint
Roberts
Rumor of Bell Appointment to Railroad Commissioner Denied
The Kansas City Star rumor about Governor Stephens appointing General M F Bell to succeed Joe Herrington as railroad and warehouse commissioner was denied by Governor Stephens. He said the rumor came from a war user and he has not considered Bell for the post nor been asked about him. He may leave the appointment to Governor Dockery and his term may expire without action.
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The
Kansas City Star
Stephens
M. F. Bell
Joe Herrington
Joe Flory
General Bell
Dockery
Jefferson City Press
Lady Correspondent Seeks Help for Stomach Trouble
A pharmacy advert promotes Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin offering cure for stomach trouble and invites women to write for guidance. The Arlington Pharmacy signs the letter offering reassurance and recommendations.
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Dr. Caldwell
Allen and Gerdts Wed in City Office Ceremony
J. W. Allen and Miss Katie Gerdts of this city were married at nine Saturday night by Probate Judge O. E. Parsons at his office. DeWitt’s Little Early Risers are advertised as liver cleansers and system invigoration agents.
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J. W. Allen
Katie Gerdts
O. E. Parsons
Education Voting Contest Encourages Early Votes
Save your coupons in our Education al Voting Contest. Vote early and often.
Oysters and Celery and Holiday Goods Display
Boston Cafe promotes oysters to try stew and take home. Shoppers are invited to view a wide holiday goods line at The Boston location 214 Ohio Street with items like handkerchiefs gloves jewelry and smoking sets. Lexington coal and Cohen Coal Company provide coal at 3.00 per ton.
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Sile
Boston Cafe
Remembering a neighbor’s risky nail incidents and cures
A neighbor’s hand was severely harmed by a nail causing blood poisoning and eventual arm amputation. A second neighbor endured a nail injury and serious risk. Advice urged saturating rusty nail wounds with turpentine as a safe first aid. Also notes a farmer, Uncle Jimmy Stevens, moved to Arkansas after selling his Camp Branch home. DeWitt’s Little Early Risers advertised as effective liver pills.
One Minute Cough Cure Promises Quick Lung Relief
An Arlington Pharmacy touts One Minute Cough Cure as the harmless remedy yielding immediate results for coughs colds and all lung diseases and claims it will prevent consumption. The ad emphasizes pleasant taste and rapid action.
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Arlington Pharmacy
Lexington Coal $3.00 a Ton Notice
Cohen Coal Co. advertises coal for sale at 3.00 dollars per ton with telephone contact 263.
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Lexington Coal
Cohen Coal CO
Fire crews respond to house flue blaze at 901 Washington
John Bonker called the fire department to his home at 901 Washington on Saturday afternoon where a flue was burning out. No damage resulted.
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John Bonker
Washington
Health First Says Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin
A health note emphasizes that wellbeing comes before songs and asserts Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin prevents indigestion and stomach trouble. The author claims the product guarantees relief and underscores its effectiveness.
Opera House Engagement Ends With Gifts Awarded
At the opera house the Robert Sherman Theatrical company closed its engagement. They moved on to Topeka Kansas. Awards of gifts were given: Florence Poteet received a dress pattern Ruth Levitt won a year’s Sedalia daily newspaper subscription and Mrs A J Gaurreau was awarded a gold watch.
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Opera House
Robert Sherman Theatrical Company
Topeka
Kas
Florence Poteet
Ruth Levitt
Sedalia
A. J. Gaurreau
Kodol Dyspepsia Care Advertises Digestive Relief
An Arlington pharmacy promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Care claiming it digests all food types to rest and restore digestive organs so you can eat freely. The ad emphasizes this product as the sole preparation that digests every kind of food.
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Arlington Pharmacy
Judge Shirk receives St Louis Republican club invitation
Judge W. S. Shirk of this city has been invited to a reception on Wednesday December 26 hosted by the Republican club of St. Louis in honor of the Hon. E. A. Hitchcock.
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W. S. Shirk
Republican Club of
St. Louis
E. A. Hitchcock
FOLEYS HONEY AND TAR PROMOTED FOR RELIEF
The person who disturbed the congregation last Sunday by coughing is urged to call on all druggists for a bottle of FOLEY'S HONEY AND TAR which is advertised to give relief. Also promoting money loans and farm loans at six percent interest through John H. Bothwell at Sedalia National Bank Building.
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Foley
Gorgeous bound art volume seeks county manager and solicitor
Publisher seeks a county manager and good solicitor to handle orders and correspondence for a costly new art volume. The item features 100 full page engravings, illuminated covers, Morocco and cloth bindings with gold lilies and roses. No experience required, rapid promotions and home work with strong earnings potential. Address J A Knight Corcoran Building Washington DC.
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Morocco
J. A. Knight
Corcoran Building
United States Treasury
Washington, D. C
His New Suit and Foley's Kidney Cure Ad
Constable James A. Robb wore a new suit won on an election bet. The piece laments lost confidence and health due to kidney disease and promotes Foley's Kidney Cure as a positive remedy available at all druggists.
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James A. Robb
Foley
Walter Grow's Smoking Shop Ad Delights Smokers
Walter Grow's presents a bright selection of smoking articles including Grow's Special cigars El Puro cigars fine pipes and a complete line of choicest tobaccos. Pipes of all kinds and prices available.
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Walter Grow
Grow
Missouri Dairy Association backs state dairy commissioner
The Missouri Dairy association adopted resolutions urging the appointment of a state dairy commissioner. A committee will travel to Jefferson City to lobby for the legislation.
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Kansas City, Mo
Missouri Dairy Association
Jefferson City
Castorita Kind of Crave Always Bought Bears Signature Four
Fragments suggest a confection or food product named Castorita or Castorita style. The text hints at a brand claim Always Bought and a signature element, possibly a parchment or mark. No clear event or person identified.
Stanley Coal Co Ad Promotes Coal and Wood Sales
If you need coal or wood try Stanley Coal Co. We offer the best grades at popular prices. Telephone 26. STANLEY COAL CO.
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Stanley Coal Co
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