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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1900
Page
4
The bulletin warns of rain tonight in the east and south, with snow flurries turning colder Wednesday. Much colder conditions are expected tonight in the north and west regions.
A Chicago Chronicle report quotes a bicycle shop owner noting a rise in second-hand wheel sales and refurbished wheels. He asserts riders increasingly fix and enamel older wheels rather than buy new, keeping prices below new-wheel downtown rates while preserving quality.
Naval officers warn that woodwork on ships, especially Spanish cruisers in the Cervera Sampson fight, fuels fires and smoke that drive crews from guns. American construction now favors fireproofing and minimal wood, as damage from smoke and splinters rivaled battle injuries in past engagements.
Morro Castle arcs as a grand pos session in Cuba with famed views from Morro ridge. Navy damage could be repaired for $50,000 and its construction and mysteries remain compelling though the subterranean torture rooms’ entrance eludes the guard.
In Rappahannock County Virginia competitors all women rode at speed with dinner spoons balancing eggs. The rider who circled the arena three times without dropping her egg was crowned queen. Spectators and participants enjoyed the whimsical event.
The Paris library tops world lists with over two million printed books and 160000 manuscripts. The British Museum holds about 1500000 volumes and the Imperial Library at St. Petersburg about the same, making them the largest libraries known.
The largest organ in the world resides in Seville Cathedral Spain. It features eighty eight pipes and one hundred ten stops, making it a monumental instrument of historic significance.
Report notes about 2500 Russians take their own life each year, highlighting a persistent public health challenge and urging prevention efforts amid ongoing social and economic pressures.
The report states 609000 people were employed in July in sericulture. It notes employment levels for silk worm rearing and related activities across regions.
Practical guide for palm and fern care in the home. Recommends hardy palm varieties for cold homes, weekly leaf cleansing, careful watering to avoid root starvation, and avoiding frequent small waterings. Warns against death by driblets and explains root moisture needs.
The tale from Zigrad Hungary follows Mitra Popa a groom to be who travels to wed and during a perilous tunnel chase he escapes a speeding express. By the time he reaches the bride his hair is white from fear and the bride accepts him blaming the hair turning on the day of their marriage and noting insurance coverage.
A historical note cites India leading annual deaths from snake bites 1133 and tiger or wild animal killings 291. It argues dense population and religious practice reduce killing and highlight British efforts to curb big-game numbers. A Kentucky druggist is sued for selling poison used in a suicide, brought by and through the deceased’s administrator.
Mrs Kilpatrick describes a hostile reception in London after a visit. She says crowds blocked pavements shouted insults and tried to damage her bicycle while a passing cab driver helped her escape to safety. The account highlights gendered harassment faced by women cyclists abroad.
C. D. Serviss, famed illustrated song man, headlines the Columbia Stock Co show this week with a repertoire of over 50 songs illustrated by pictures. He sang Where the Sweet Magnolias Bloom and The Girl I Loved In Sunny Tennessee to enthusiastic encores. The illustrations are praised.
I H Yost will coach the Missouri Tigers next fall after accepting the university managements offer. He previously gave instructions to the Kansas University football team last season.
A man with a severe attack of cramp colic is treated with Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. After a dose the patient improves quickly and expresses strong relief. Sold by Servant Harkin Drug Co., J. L. Kautzman, Otis W. Smith.
If fortune disregard thy claim Dont hang thy head in fear and shame But marry the girl you love best Rocky Mountain Tea will do the rest Ask your druggist.
Stanley Coal Co announces the Higbee coal mine has resumed operations after a six month strike. For seven years they have been the sole Sedalia agent and report coal demand high, with special prices on full truckloads. Call 26 yard 525 East Second Street for coal.
Hill's Practical Business College advertises stenography and bookkeeping training using Gregg shorthand and modern budgeting methods. It offers day school after January 1st at 405-410 Ohio Street upstairs with low terms and all studies taught.
The Kansas City Star reports a Sedalia girl is the subject of a wide rumor claiming her feet measure twenty one inches long. The paper notes the claim as unverified gossip and urges caution in spreading it.
The Sentinel voices outrage over a claim and notes actual measurement shows the average Sedalia girl's foot does not exceed 20 inches, challenging prevailing judgments.
A grocery store notice promotes Grain-O a pure grain drink replacing coffee. It claims to ease stomach distress and taste like coffee, costing 15 and 25 cents per package. The ad urges children to drink it and asks customers to ask for Grain-O.
Jefferson City Missouri January 9 Attorney General Crow announces he will not compete for governor but will seek renomination as Attorney General. He confirms his intention in an interview broadcast tonight.
An advertisement offers Rock Island Playing Cards as the slickest cards. one pack sent for 15 cents in stamps, four packs for 50 cents, with mail delivery and prepaid charges. Orders to John Sebastian G. P. A. CR. 1& P. Chicago.
Dr. D. L. La Verne offers the Grip Tab for la grippe and colds. It relieves head congestion unlike quinine sulfate. Price five and twenty five cents. Fleischmann's Pharmacy advertises the remedy and headache relief.
A Georgian inventor creates a collar buttoner shaped like a glove buttoner with the hook bent at an angle to aid releasing it from the button. The accessory targets easier one handed operation and combines familiar form with a new bending feature for improved use.
It is estimated that since the beginning of the historical era about 13,000,000 persons have perished in earthquakes.
Perforated lids allow steam escape through flange holes and matching rim openings. The 114 design applies to other kettles as well, enabling safe venting while heating.
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