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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1900
Page
8
A twentieth century etiquette note argues kissing should be on the cheek among friends and relatives, with lip kisses reserved for lovers. It cautions against casual lip kissing, cites hygiene concerns with children, and specifies who should initiate or receive cheek kisses.
The Sentinel partners with J K Meyers of the premium stamp store to give away a $50 Haviland China dish set to paid subscribers by March 1. A jar of shot will determine lucky names chosen by three judges, with many additional prizes including yearly subscriptions and novels. Coupons start December 26 and readers must clip and submit blanks with name and guess.
Several cases appealed with entries from the circuit court. Plans include waivers of appeal in the Kruck v Planck case and various appeals to state supreme court and Kansas City court of appeals. Local arrests include lewd conduct pleas and short jail terms. broader notices reference quo warranto, vendor’s lien, and ejectment actions.
City prosecuting attorney Al Shortridge led proceedings this morning while C C Kelly was away. The Katy freight depot will close tomorrow and no local freight trains will depart the city.
An advertisement promises relief from constipation with Cascarets candy cathartic. It notes a money back refund if not satisfied and targets adults seeking a permanent cure. The tone mimics early 20th century tonic ads.
Eddie Smith fourteen of East Sedalia was shot in the head while hunting with George Graham near Van B. Wisker farm south of the city. The weapon discharged as Graham climbed a bank. The bullet produced a scalp wound three inches long but was not serious. Dr. S. G. Crawford treated the wound.
An investigation is opened after the wife of a prominent Sedalian reports several anonymous letters that are derogatory toward her husband. Authorities will pursue the matter to identify those responsible.
The Sunday school will present a nineteenth century style cantata at Trinity English Lutheran Church located at Tenth and Osage streets. After the program the children will receive a candy treat.
The Delineator announces a 1901 prize offer totaling 17 500 dollars for women who secure subscriptions. Prizes awarded in proportion to town population using 1900 census data. towns 10 000 to 30 000 inhabitants in class four. Address The Delineator New York.
South bound departures from Sedalia at 8 30 a m 12 45 p m and arrivals in Warsaw at 11 45 a m 4 00 p m. North bound departures from Warsaw at 12 45 p m 4 00 p m and arrivals in Sedalia at 8 30 a m 11 45 a m.
Help wanted ad from a 23 year old seeking a clerk job in grocery or dry goods. Good habits and experience. Respond with address J. F. A. at 121 East Sixteenth Street.
W L Boyer of the Central Baptist Church in St Louis preached a fine sermon Sunday morning at the First Baptist church.
Advert reads 25 cents for three issues if under thirty words. Apply at once at 516 West Third Street.
Handsome office room on court house square includes heat light and conveniences. Also fire proof vault. For particulars address X care The Sentinel. Blankets and quilts wanted call 183.
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