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Newspaper

Sedalia Evening Sentinel

Location

Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1902

Page

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Miller Hoffman Wedding And Sedalia Social Season Closes

Miss Travis Leftwich will wed Walter Black tomorrow evening at 8 oclock in Sedalia. Rev F L Cook to perform the ceremony in the presence of relatives and friends. The couple will be at home at 212 East Fifth street after Sunday next. Decorations featured red and pink with refreshments and prizes at high five. Other society events included L O L club gathering for Miss Nelle Davis and Lotus club meetings with resignations and new officers.

Walter Black Prudential Insurance Company F. L. Cook East Fifth Street

In Honor of Mrs. Davis

Yesterday afternoon Mrs. A. C. Miner hosted a progressive party at her West Fourth street home honoring Mrs. A. C. Davis who will soon leave for Parsons. Five tables were in play with prizes awarded to Mrs. Hardy, Miss Myra Johns, and Mrs. A. P. Morey. Guests included Mrs. D. Hardy, Miss Myra Johns of Washington county Pennsylvania, and many others.

Nelle Davis Parsons Kas A. C. Miner West Fourth Street A. C. Davis Hardy Myra Johns A. P. Morey Valentine Mesdames D. Hardy A. W. Perry W. F. Hansberger Kate Hawkins Hattie L. Paff D. J. Temple Henry Evans J. A. Collins D. H. Smith J. R. Barrett D. T. Abell C. P. Brown H. A. Pratt W A. Latimer F. P. Baird Henry W. Harris Adam Ittel

Clarks Honored At Reception In St Louis

Yesterday Mr and Mrs A T Fleischmann hosted an informal reception for Superintendent and Mrs H G Clark of St Louis. Hon J H Bothwell presented Mrs Clark a silver edged chest and Mr Clark a diamond stud from Missouri Pacific railway officers and employees.

Mrs. Fleischmann A. T. Fleischmann H. G. Clark St. Louis Bichsel Bros Missouri Pacific Railway

Miller-Hoffman Wedding Party Entertained at West Broadway

Miss Lillian Poteet assisted by Mrs. Hugh Muir and Mrs. Will Cloney entertained the Miller-Hoffman wedding party at her West Broadway home.

Lillian Poteet Hugh Muir Will Cloney Miller-Hoffman West Broadway

Social Evening Sparks Cards and Dance at Local Homes

Miss Madge Glenn hosted sixteen guests at 309 East Seventh Street with dancing games and refreshments. Miss Lila Clark entertained friends at 1020 South Mont Street for cousin Beulah Harrelson from Wellington Kansas with music games and refreshments. The New Euchre club meets at West Broadway residence with a special Lent schedule.

Madge Glenn East Seventh Street Lila Clark Southmont Street Beulah Harrelson Wellington

Beatrice Selah Hosts Friends At East Fifth Street

Miss Beatrice Selah will entertain a company of friends this evening at her home 311 East Fifth street.

Beatrice Selah East Fifth Street

Lotus Club Dance Tonight at Liberty Park Hall

The Lotus club plans another enjoyable dance at Liberty park hall tonight.

Liberty Park Hall

John Hicks Jr to entertain friends tonight

John Hicks Jr will host a small gathering for a company of friends this evening. The event appears informal with no public invitations or official notices.

John Hicks, Jr

Miss Cora Stone Dies Near Tipton

Miss Cora Stone dies at her home near Tipton from consumption. Sister of Mrs S A Weltmer, formerly of Sedalia and now of Nevada. Funeral held at Tipton yesterday. Deceased remembered as a charming young lady.

S. A. Weltmer Cora Stone Mer Sedalia

Elks Attend Church Service for Pastor Coleman

About thirty members of the local lodge of Elks attended Sunday morning services at the Market Street Methodist Church to honor their brother Rev. Coleman. The sermon by Chaplain Coleman was unusually interesting.

Warrensburg Lodge of Elks Coleman Market Street Methodist Church

Allen's Victim Buried as Empire Hotel Fire Probed

The body of A. J. Allen, burned in the St. Louis Empire hotel fire, arrives in Sedalia for burial amid claims no fire escapes existed. Officials study the blaze, with possible prosecutions and civil damages against hotel owners. Authorities say Allen likely suffocated before death by flames.

St. Louis Empire Hotel Cape

Bard’s Drug Store Promotes Manicure and Toiletry Essentials

A brief item highlights Bard’s Drug Store offering a full range of manicure supplies and toilet goods. Customers are invited to browse cosmetics, nail care kits, soaps, and grooming products in stock.

Bard's Drug Store Sells Full Line of Corn Razors

Bard's drug store offers a complete line of corn razors for treatment and relief. The spread includes plainer and specialty models, with pricing and product details available at the counter.

Bard’s Drug Store

Mrs Moore Scalded by Boiling Sassafras Tea Can

Mrs. Martha Moore of 704 East Fourteenth Street suffered severe facial scalds when a can exploded while she was making sassafras tea. The lid had been pressed down and steam sprayed contents outward. Dr. Gresham treated her injuries.

Martha Moore East Fourteenth Street Dr. Gresham

Snowfall Drenches Sedalia Streets. Longan's Steam Laundry Busy

Heavy snows sweep Sedalia as residents report slick sidewalks and disrupted travel. Longan's Steam Laundry notes increased demand for cleaning and waterproofing services amid winter weather conditions.

Former Sedalians Migrate to Oklahoma City

Otis Wright departed for Oklahoma City this morning to pursue business prospects. He notes a strong outlook and cites several former Sedalians thriving there including Dave Hartsorn contracting, Bob Ainsworth lathing, Charles Bartle reporting for the Times Journal, and the Graham brothers plastering.

Otis Wright Oklahoma City Dave Hartshorn Bob Ainsworth Charles Bartle Times-Journal Graham Boys

Independent phone firms plan March 11 meeting on long distance lines

Central Missouri independent telephone companies will hold a meeting in this city on March 11 to discuss welfare matters and long distance line concerns. The session will likely be at the Huckins.

Ies Central Missouri Huckins Hotel

Coldicure Cures Cough at Bard's Drug Store

Bard's Drug Store promotes Coldicure as a pleasant remedy for any cough, marketed to customers seeking relief through an effective over the counter treatment.

Bard’s

Down Mobile melodrama heads to opera house Friday

The melodrama Down Mobile, a national success, comes to the opera house Friday evening February 14 for its first local performance. The play is described as a vivid tale that earns strong audience sympathy with its vivid plot and dramatic tension.

Opera House Audi

Justice Party to Hold First National Convention in Washington

The Justice party executive committee announced a national convention to meet in Washington on April 19, 1902. The article outlines diverse social aims including pensions for aged ex slaves and broad justice across races creeds and classes.

Justice Party The Washington

Wrecked by the morphine habit seeks county aid

Dr Solomon C. Berry a 58 year old Missouri Medical College graduate and former prominent St Louis county physician appeared before the St Louis county court seeking help. He described a twenty five year morphine addiction that left him physically wrecked and penniless. Judge Wilson arranged clothing and appealed to Berry's Otterville based brother for care, with a possible county ticket home.

DR. Berry ST. Louis Solomon C. Berry St. Louis County Missouri Medical College Bridgeton Pridgeton Berry

Joplin Baseball Team Tentative in Missouri Kansas League

Joplin may not join the Missouri Kansas baseball league unless concessions are made over Sunday games. Springfield and Arkansas City oppose. Fort Scott Nevada Sedalia and Jefferson City are in. If Joplin Arkansas City and Springfield join, another town like Parsons Kansas could complete an eight team circuit.

Joplin Springfield Arkansas City Fort Scott Nevada Sedalia Jefferson City Missouri Kansas Parsons Kas

Manicure Scissors Highlighted At Bard’s Drug Store

An elegant line of manicure scissors is showcased at Bard's Drug Store, signaling a focus on refined grooming tools. The display emphasizes quality craftsmanship and practical styling options for daily personal care.

Bard’s Drug Store

Hydrant Left Running Floods Boston Cafe Interior

A hydrant on the second floor was left running last night flooding the Boston Cafe. Water damage loosened ceiling plaster on the first floor, causing debris to drop and wreck the interior. Mr. Walch plans immediate repairs.

Boston

How Is It The Sentinel Questions Meat Shop Licenses

The Sentinel asks how grocery meat shops operate without butcher licenses and questions what local police are doing to enforce licensing and health rules. The letter highlights concerns about enforcement and public safety in meat handling.

Valentine Social at First Christian Church Tonight

On Friday night a Valentine social will be given at the First Christian church. Every person present will be given a valentine and the young men will also have an opportunity to win a sweetheart.

First Christian Church

Oldest Audrain County Woman Dies at 93 in Mexico

Mrs. Sallie Luckie, aged 93, has died in Mexico. She was the oldest woman in Audrain County.

Cure a Cold in One Day Advertisement Claim

An old advertisement touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets with a promise to cure a cold in one day. The box bears the signature of E. W. Groves and offers a money refund if the cure fails. The price is 265c.

E. W. Groves

Died Suddenly of Heart Failure Emil Winsch Passes

Emil Paul Winsch a Missouri Pacific employee of 1320 East Sixth Street died suddenly last night at 11 55 o clock from heart disease. He was found dead at home with no prior warning. Funeral arrangements are pending.

Emil Paul Winsch Missouri Pacific East Sixth Street

Prominent Woman Dead at Rocheport at 86

A telegram reports the death of Mrs. Magdalene Grossman of Rocheport at age 86. She was mother to Mrs. Dr. Chinn of Rocheport and aunt to Frank B. Meyer of the city. After a broken limb and grip she declined. funeral set for 1 p.m. Wednesday with Mr. Meyer and Conductor W. S. Stone and wife attending.

Meyer W. S. Stone

Four candidates enter Royal Tribe of Joseph initiation

Miss Helen Watterson is ill with grip at home, 718 East Third street. The Queen City Telephone Co. installs a news phone at the American Express office. Edward Foster, 23, is missing from Argentine Kansas. mother reportedly lives in Sedalia.

Joseph Helen Watterson Queen City Telephone Company American Express Edward Foster Kas Sedalia

Socialists Convene Key Meeting at East Third Street HQ

Socialists held an important business meeting at their headquarters on East Third Street last night, focusing on organizational strategy and upcoming activities. Local party leaders attended along with several regional representatives.

East Third Street

Horse Runs Into Building and Is Killed at Sixth and Ohio

A horse owned by a Black man ran into a building at the intersection of Sixth and Ohio this morning and died instantly. No further injuries reported.

Sixth and Ohio

Valentine Fair Opens at Morgan Street Church

The Golden Rule sewing circle will open their Valentine fair at the Morgan Street Baptist church on Wednesday February 12. Robert Shy a mail carrier on East Third street is taking a few days vacation and John Metzheimer is carrying his route.

Golden Rule Sewing Circle Morgan Street Baptist Church Robert Shy East Third Street John Metzheimer

Marriage Licenses Granted and Local Musical Practice

Marriage licenses issued to George Alban Miller and Florence Hoffman of Sedalia and I A Cook and Blanche Bolton of Smithton. The Gentlemen's Musical Club under Prof. Glenn Woods rehearses for a concert at the First Christian Church. Rev. C G Morris of Warsaw heads to Smithton to officiate Isaac Cook and Blanche Bohon wedding tomorrow night.

George Alban Miller Florence B. Hoffman Sedalia C. G. Morris Warsaw Smithton Isaac Cook Blanche Bohon

Plans for Nevada baseball league to run May to October

Manager J. B. Roe writes in the Nevada Post outlining proposals for a new baseball league. The plan aims to start the season May 15 and run through October 15.

J. B. Roe Nevada Post

Rodmans Host East Sedalia Card Party

Mr and Mrs John Rodman entertained a small group at their East Sedalia home last night. Miss Lyda Beal received a gold card receiver and Frank Rodman won the gentlemen's prize.

John Rodman East Sedalia Lyda Beal Frank Rodman

Also Mentioned on This Page

Mrs. Clark Miss Travis Leftwich Charles Leftwich Florence Hoffman Clara Pearl Baird Messrs George Miller Harry Hawkins Arthur Trader Robert Johns Joy And Charlies Menefee Edna Morris L .O. L. Club Linn Hutchison Jane Ware Lotus Club Will Glass Charles B. Wallace Guy Patterson Alva Lee John Antes Mrs. Davis Saratoga Clarks Miss Poteet Jean Clark Wiler Fleming Euchre Club John T. Heard West Broad Miss Stone Tipton Tip Elks AT Church Ains A. J. Allen Hillis’ Undertaking Establishment South la Mine Street South Mobile Alabama East Lynne Tennyson Brook Weston Ada Gray Allen Wells Beaumont and Olive Streets Longfellow Longan Independent Telephone Compan NEW National Party Gentile CITI ZEN OF Otterville Wilson Clayton TL A Missouri Pacific Hospital Winsch Mr. Winsch Saxony Germany Russell Camp Modern Woodmen Ameri Ger Man Evangelical Church Lee Looney Dillard and Ed Binder Longan’s Baseball News Roe Mr. Walch W. E. Bard Drug Company the Sentinel Valentine Social Magdalene Grossman Rocheport Dr. Chinn En Limb Grip City News A. Cook and Blanche Bolton Gentlemen's Musical Club Glenn Woods
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