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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1902
Page
3
Orville M. Barnett announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for prosecuting attorney of Pettis county Missouri subject to party approval. He emphasizes his intent to seek the party’s backing and compete in the primary.
The Sentinel announces lawyer H. K. Beate as a candidate for Pettis county prosecuting attorney, subject to the will of Mr. Brady. Also noted is a reference to a company titled Way Down East, described as Way Down South.
In Sedalia the ice man and coal man meet, sharing a chuckle over the pleasant weather. In Kansas City on Thursday night crowds gathered to see Sir Henry Irving perform The Bells, with belles out in numbers.
The weather clerk has done everything in his power to give Sedalia a good send-off in the New Year.
A Potpourri of society notes mentions friendly ties between German Emperor William and U S President Roosevelt. It marks the first Sunday as a last chance for New Year’s resolutions and notes local cooper county gold digging plans. It recalls the Sedalia poultry show ending after a Thursday night fight and ends with a reflective proverb about the darkest hour before dawn.
The Rev. Kloss of Webster Groves promotes tying the knot weekly in his congregation as a potential business idea aimed at expanding church activity and growth.
A reader observes that the famed bandit Jesse James was said to possess beautiful eyes. The remark notes an enduring allure surrounding notable men and their magnetism.
Carrie Nation refutes the suggestion she will marry soon. The reported groom is likely relieved to hear her denial.
Miss Kathryn Kidder notes Shakespeare enjoys greater appeal in the West than in the East where locals favor lighter entertainment. She cites audience tastes and cultural differences influencing stage choices.
Hard colds often lead to serious illness like bronchitis or pneumonia. Doctors support Ayer’s Cherry Pectoral for quick cough relief. A Providence mother claims it cured her daughter after other remedies failed. One dollar. J C Ayer Co. Lowell, Mass.
The article notes Sir Thomas Lipton, famed English grocer nobleman, shifting from attempts to win the America's Cup in yachting to targeting tea cups with blends like Big Four and 5 O'clock Blended. It touts blends including Formosa Colony, English Breakfast, Ceylon Green, and Ceylon Indian blends, promising satisfaction or refund.
A theatrical company announces a westward tour featuring the renowned Shakespeare star. The itinerary highlights performances in several cities as part of a traveling stage showcase.
Reuben Augustine of Arnica Missouri is awarded a twelve dollar monthly pension. The payment is intended to heal his wounds and compensate for service.
Some newspaper portraits of Miss Alice Roosevelt, daughter of President Roosevelt, give the impression she is about 47 years old. The captions misstate her age, affecting public perception of the young figure in national life.
The Sentinel notes Jacob Faith of Nevada Missouri believes the Vernon county peach crop has been entirely destroyed.
Warrensburg newspapers devote space to a recent wedding described as a swell negro ceremony with joyous communal tone. The story notes happiness and a positive outcome for all involved.
The writer asks Sedalia business men and citizens to act on suggestions from the local newspapers to bring changes in 1902. The appeal emphasizes public engagement and civic improvement as the year begins.
A Morgan county farmer who travelled to Versailles last week to pay annual taxes suffered a paralytic stroke. The Sentinel expresses surprise that more cases like this were not observed.
President Roosevelt intends to travel to South Carolina and will be received cordially as he arrives, despite the Booker T. Washington incident. The visit proceeds with assurances of courteous treatment and hospitality.
President elect Palma of Cuba likely owes his landslide win to mastering presidential campaign methods while living in the United States as a resident.
The Free Press of Calhoun in Henry County continues a local news column titled Touch-Me-Nots under editor Luther H. Rice, reflecting the paper's status among Missouri's leading publications.
Some residents argue a strong stage production like Way Down East can surpass a church sermon, and these critics say they will skip services today to attend the play.
A literary sign of the season is observed as no newspaper in The Sentinel’s reading circle has yet reprinted The Beautiful Snow, underscoring a restrained approach to verse amid winter's mood.
In the will of Minneapolis grain millionaire Frank H. Peavy a $1,000 gift is left to John J. Brewer "for being kind to me when a boy." The note is described as a tender simple bequest teaching the lesson that kindness pays.
Annie Johnson Flint writes of a mother and child in prayerful contrast between quiet peace and fear of tomorrow. The poem frames maternal love and divine care, invoking mercy for the weary and troubled, with the refrain Today, little Son, little Son.
Antique advertisement touts Bromo Quinine Tablets as a cure for a cold in one day. Claims no cure no pay and a price of 25 cents. Mentions laxative formula and promises swift relief. Note: historic, nonmedical marketing language.
Ad copy offers Rocky Mountain Tea to ease melancholy and sleeplessness. Mentions price of 35 cents and retailer W. E. Bard Drug Co. Promotes restorative benefits with period advertising tone.
Mrs James Cass of Sedalia is noted in the Enterprise as the guest of her parents Mr and Mrs J Wes Roe at Pilot Grove.
An advertisement warns parents that children are highly prone to burns bruises and wounds and touts DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as an unequalled remedy. It claims the salve draws out heat relieves pain and speeds healing while warning against counterfeit products and noting a testimonial from James Mock of N Webster Indiana about eczema cured after two doctors failed.
General Superintendent H G Clark of the Missouri Pacific was in the city Friday, meeting officials and inspecting operations as part of a routine site visit.
The text promotes Dr Loyal Ford Dyspepticide as a cure for indigestion causing sleeplessness irritability and weariness. It claims digestion aid and stomach regulation. All druggists carried. S. W. Coleman plans to ship a Jersey bull to Luverne Iowa on Monday.
J H Webber a Cascade Iowa druggist says the sale of Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets is strongest among former users and urges trying them for dull after meals bad taste biliousness loss of appetite or constipation. Mrs Chas Sigman wife of the express messenger at 514 West Sixth Street is reported quite sick.
On January 3 1902 the Missouri Statesman in Columbia celebrated its fifty ninth anniversary. Col Wm F Switzler who remains vigorous mentally and physically had named established owned and edited the paper for nearly forty five years.
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