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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1902
Page
3
A testimonial from George H. Belcher of Dorton Kentucky claims the product cured a long standing lung injury and cough. He says two bottles restored health enabling eating sleeping and working. The piece also notes Dr Pierce’s Common Sense Medical Adviser offered in paper covers for 21 stamps and mailing the 1008 page book with illustrations.
In 1858 Mrs. Lucinda B. Trevitt, widow of Dr. William Trevitt, hid Americans at the Callao Consulate during a Peruvian uprising. She blocked troops by spreading an American flag and challenging them, while Dr. Trevitt fought the captain. The prisoners were later taken to an American ship. Ohio State Journal.
W. E. Bard Drug Co. advertises Rocky Mountain Tea for 35 cents claiming to renew life with melancholy thoughts and restless nights alleviated by its use.
An advertisement for California Fig Syrup Co presents Syrup of Figs as a superior gentle laxative. It touts cleansing effects for the system, relief from colds headaches and fevers, and permanent relief of constipation. It notes the laxative action comes from senna and aromatic plants, and warns to buy only with the full company name on the package.
A social event at 404 East Second Street drew guests for a turkey dinner at six o'clock last evening. The report notes the gathering and mentions California Fig Syrup Co products as commonly sold by druggists.
Mrs Mary Bird of Harrisburg Pennsylvania says her child was saved from croup by One Minute Cough Cure a safe quick acting remedy for coughs croup throat and lung troubles suitable for the youngest child and recommended for every family by W E Bard Drug Co.
Judge B G Wilkerson sold thirty seven head of fine cattle to David Brownfield and son of Pilot Grove. The price was six dollars per hundred and the cattle will average about fifteen hundred fifty pounds each.
W L Yancy of Paducah Kentucky reports a severe kidney disease case treated by three physicians with no success. After trying FOLEY'S KIDNEY CURE the first bottle gave relief and three bottles cured him, leading to a strong recommendation to avoid substitutes and to buy from all druggists.
The annual contest between the senior and junior classes of the high school will be held February 21.
A Jamaica West Indies merchant credits Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy with warding off pneumonia after a severe cold in his daughter. He notes its seven years of family use and reliability, claiming it counteracts the tendency of a cold toward pneumonia. Sold by all druggists.
Miss Anna Wear entertained a small circle of friends last evening at her home in South Sedalia, sharing informal conversation and light refreshments.
Dr C J Bishop of Agnew Michigan reports using Foley's Honey and Tar in three severe pneumonia cases with good results in each. He warns against substitutes and notes availability from all druggists.
Mrs Alonzo Wilson, wife of the prominent conductor, is recognized for her quiet contributions to the musical community. The brief note highlights her partnership with her husband and her role in local cultural events.
An advertising note for Rocky Mountain Tea by W. E. Bard Drug Co claims it sustains life with a steady glow and renews the golden days of youth, priced at 35 cents.
A horse belonging to Adam Wagoner the butcher fell on East Broadway Wednesday and broke its neck, a fatal incident reported in local notes.
In an 19th century style testimonial a user named James Mack from N Webster Ind claims DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve cured his baby’s eczema after two doctors gave up. The ad warns of burns bruises and skin injuries and warns to beware of counterfeit products.
Capt. and Mrs. Jones of the Salvation Army received farewell orders yesterday morning to take charge of the work in Lexington Missouri and departed for that city in the afternoon.
The advertisement claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh at all stages by acting on blood and mucous surfaces. It offers a $100 reward for any case not cured and invites readers to send for testimonials. Toledo company F J Cheney & Co markets the remedy with 75 cent pills.
Owen Brown relocates his sheet music and musical merchandise stock to 514 Ohio Street and welcomes friends and customers to visit at the new address.
A satirical piece attacks chambermaids for constantly misplacing items and inconveniently rearranging the bachelor’s room. The narrator lists antics from moving the bed and trunk to misplacing the lamp and boot and hiding scraps used for fires, all to disrupt rest and daily routine.
A Iowa mother credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with saving her son from a severe croup attack. She describes rapid breathing, relief after following the dosing schedule, and assistance from pulling phlegm, asserting the medicine kept the child alive. The testimonial notes the product was purchased in Goodwin, South Dakota, from A. E. Steere and sold by all druggists.
The Social Twelve Euchre club met Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. Roy of East Second Street. Mrs. Urban won first prize and Mrs. Curran second.
Mrs. Allen Stirlen, who has been visiting relatives at her old home during the holidays, departed today to return to her home in Kansas City.
An article notes Lagrippe coughs persist for months and may prove fatal after danger point. It praises Fol Ey's Honey and Tar as offering positive protection from these coughs and advises buying from all druggists.
Dr T T Major and Son offer limited time dental services with unusually low prices due to crop failures and drought. Full set $8.00 crowns $4.00 bridge work specialty painless extraction and other fillings advertised with several misprints and odd characters in the text.
Best grade Windsor coal suitable for cooking and heating priced at 3.00 dollars per ton with full weight guaranteed and delivery. Also available wood in dry and green forms, cord or stove lengths at low prices. Call yards or by phone.
W H Brown and Miss Annie Mc Burney of Aldridge Missouri were married Tuesday evening at the home of Rev J M Boon. A wedding supper followed at the groom’s parents home 197 South Prospect.
E Demick of Somerville Indiana says seven years of stomach trouble ended after trying Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. He spent about 1000 dollars without relief before the remedy helped him, claiming it digests and assimilates food so you can eat freely.
The Sentinel thanks readers as Lord & Thomas, advertising agents for the Anheuser-Busch Brewing Association of St. Louis, send two handsome souvenir knives. The donors note a prosperous year and remember newspaper friends across the country.
An advertisement touts Botanic Blood Balm as a blood treatment for rheumatism and catarrh with claims of curing tough cases rejected by doctors. It promises a free trial and medical advice, describing safety for all ages and urging readers to describe trouble for guidance.
Local ad touts Liberty Bell flour made from Cooper county wheat on sale at Yeater's Old Stand 112 114 West Main. The Spot Cash Grower urges customers to demand top quality flour valued at $2 per sack and guarantees satisfaction with light bread suitability. Red Cross Ball Blue also advertised.
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