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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1903
Page
4
A hotel porter explains how tipping affects service as he uncovers a chalk circle mark on trunks. He notes that travelers without tips are tracked and may receive poor handling, while generous tippers may speed baggage delivery. The porter warns that such marks spread and harm future service unless tipped.
Grand Rapids officials revise the casualty count after rechecking the Pere Marquette wreck. Names Allen H Wells Peter W Wirengo and Peterson are struck from the list while William G Smith is corrected from Gillett. Coroner searches for a possible twentieth victim as three injured remain critical.
The article lists top salaries across railroads and industries, naming A. J. Cassatt of Pennsylvania Railroad at 75000 annually, Charles M. Schwab at US Steel 100000, S R Calloway of American Locomotive 100000, and other leaders like Henry H. Rogers and C A Coffin with substantial pay. It notes bank presidents earning up to 50000 and highlights that executives’ wealth extends beyond salaries.
The article explains a chalk circle on luggage labels signals zero worth. It states slanted labels imply free spending and good tipping, but overseas custom holds the opposite. Travelers warned to wipe chalk circles from trunks to avoid mix ups on return.
A second shipment of chamois vests is described as a success. The note highlights Farris' display as indicative of the item’s favorable reception.
In Yoakum a large dry goods firm led by J M Haller advertises De Witt’s Little Early Risers as the remedy to headaches and morning grogginess. The pills are sold by W E Bard Drug Co.
Winter wind defenses featured at Farris with chamois vests advertised. The listing emphasizes warmth and wind protection as a selling point for the season.
J G Gluck superintendent of Prung town West Virginia Reform School reports switching to Foley's Honey and Tar after trying other cough medicines. He calls it most effective and harmless. Arlington Pharmacy sells it and warns against substitutes.
A reader testimonial attests that dyspepsia and indigestion stem from stomach issues and are not self curing. The customer claims Eupepsia Tablets relieve gas and digestion problems after long suffering. Additional notes praise ongoing use and list address details in St Louis and Sr. Lows.
An advertisement claims Botanic Blood Balm cures blood poison eczema scabs pimples and ulcers with testimonials from Robert Ward and George Williams. It offers free samples from Atlanta and lists Sedalia contact W E Bard Drug Co with free medical advice. Also included is a poem about machines replacing handmade garments.
Governor G W Atkinson of West Virginia endorses Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as an effective stomach remedy after trying many bottles. Advertisement notes the product digests all foods, repairs tissues, and purifies the stomach. Sold by W E Bard Drug Co.
In a Timely Topic note the Foley’s Honey and Tar product is touted as the greatest throat and lung remedy for coughs and colds. It claims quick cure and prevention of serious results and is sold by Arlington Pharmacy.
H A Tisdale of Summerton South Carolina values DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve at one hundred dollars a box claiming it cured his twenty year piles after other doctors failed. The salve blends Witch Hazel antiseptics and emollients and is sold by W E Bard Drug Co.
Retail notice touts a chamois vest offering warmth and comfort. Farriso O promotes the product as a niche winter wardrobe solution.
Brown herb tablets offered by D. S. Collins at 1423 South Moniteau Street with a guarantee. Also an opportunity to buy 33 acres suitable for a chicken ranch from D. S. Collins at the same address. Old papers for sale available at this office.
Auction note seeks buyers for the Riley hotel furniture and contents. Seller must reduce stock due to space limits and invites all to come at once to view bargains in furniture stoves carpets bedding and more at the location indicated.
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