Casualties in African War Rise as Debate Grows
A London war office tally shows 7,215 casualties in South Africa including 1,027 killed 1,675 wounded and 2,511 missing. The Daily Mail and Morning Post discuss diplomatic tensions and calls for military reinforcements and better administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
Ladysmith
The
Daily Mail
Transvaal
ficAlis
Pretoria
Manchester
Balfour
Lord Charles Beresford
London Chamber of Commerce
Lord Charles
South Africa
Putter
Davenport
London
Raising a Regiment for the Boers from Nebraska
John G. Maher of Chadron Nebraska is organizing a regiment of about 1,000 men to travel to the Transvaal to aid the Boers. The plan uses emigration as citizens to farm or mine to avoid federal interference and requires about 200 dollars per man for transport. Nurses are among applicants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
Neb
John G. Maher
Chadron
Transvaal
Mr. Maher
Africa
New York
Chicago
Explosion Injures Three in Gottfried Incident
Three men were injured in an explosion yesterday at Gottfried. one man is believed fatally hurt. The event occurred in Chicago with limited details available on the motive and exact location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Gottfried
Texas Wonder Cure Ad for Kidney and Bladder Troubles
A vintage radio or newspaper ad touts Hall's Great Discovery as a universal remedy for kidney and bladder issues including gravel diabetes and rheumatism. It claims full cures in two months for men and women and children, with a testimonial from D W Carlisle. The ad notes sole maker Dr E W Hall of St Louis and mentions local sellers Servant-Harker Drug Co. and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
E.W Hail
St. Louis Mo
Servant-Harker Drug Co
Cheney company oath offers a cure bounty for catarrh
Frank J. Cheney and I J Cheney Co of Toledo pledge to pay 100 dollars for any catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The notarized affidavit dated December 6 1836, describes the remedy taken internally and claims blood and mucous surface action. Also notes Hall's Family Pills and gutter repairs at market house by Jacobson and Swartz.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Onto
ToLtepo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
I. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Hall
A. W. Gleason
J. Cheney & CO
Tieawotets
Royal Tribe of Joseph Holds Installation Night
Installation services were held Monday night at their hall. E. S. Pace and Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Pratz were initiated. DeWitt's Little Early Risers touted as best pills for constipation by G. H. Appleton justice of the peace of Clarksburg New Jersey. Quick liver and bowel relief claimed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. H. Appleton
Justice of Peace
Clarksburg
N. J
DeWitt
Servant-Harker Drug Co
Royal Tribe of Joseph
E. S. Pace
W. A. Pratz
Mrs. Frances L. Sales Reports Kidney Cure Success
Mrs Frances L Sales of Missouri Valley Iowa says years of severe kidney trouble and five doctors failed to help until Foley s Kidney Cure restored her health after she took three bottles. A S McGowan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frances L. Sales
Missouri Valley
Foley
A.S McGowan
Public G A R and W R C officers not installed
There will be no public installation of officers by the G A R and W R C but all comrades and wives are invited to attend.
Wonder-worker Tobacco Cure Adverts
An antique advertisement claims a tobacco spot and life curing remedy makes weak men strong. It touts a cure all slogan with nerve vigor and easy use. Promotes free samples and pamphlets from Sterling Remedy Co. Chicago or New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adavsess Sterling Remedy Co
Chicago
New York
Sterling Remedy Co
Railroad Officials Pass Through En Route to Kansas City
Joe Floy T Hennessey and W E McCully railroad commissioners were seen traveling Tuesday afternoon from Jefferson City toward Kansas City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Floy
T. J. Hennessey
W. E. McCully
Jefferson City
Kansas City
Sacrificed to Blood Poison Illness Relief Claim
A personal account describes severe blood poison from infection of a baby and lengthy suffering before Swift's Specific 8. 8. S. is praised as a cure. The testimony, from Mrs. T. W. Lee of Montgomery Alabama, promotes the product as uniquely effective for deep seated cases and promises lasting recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swift
T. W. Lee
Montgomery
Ala
Principles of Trade From John I Blair’s Rules
The essay recalls John I Blair of New Jersey who left an estate of 50 million dollars and once ran a grocery store. He authored rules for two clerks emphasizing attention to business punctuality and economy. He urged watching accounts collecting debts, avoiding unnecessary travel and avoiding excess cleaning tools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John I. Blair
New Jersey
August Flower praised as universal remedy of olde r days
The ad extols Green's August Flower as the largest medicine sale worldwide for indigestion biliousness and liver function while noting few doctors and common ailments. It promotes sample bottles at local stores and mentions Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey as a grip cure and reports a fatal street fight in Stroud Oklahoma involving Jim Brock formerly of Sedalia.
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A. S. McGowans
Otis W. Smiths
Jim Brock
Sedalia
Stroud
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Praised As Croup Cure
A Liberty West Virginia resident reports using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for years with perfect success and claims it is not only a top cough remedy but a sure cure for croup. The product is sold by Servant Harker Drug Co and Fe L Kautzman Otis W Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Chamberlain
M. V. Fisher
Liberty
W. Va
Servant-Harker Drug Co
Fe L. Kautzman
Otis W. Smith
Heirs of Timothy Galli van Receive Draft for $2000
The heirs of the late Timothy Galli van have received a draft for $2000 from the C. K. of A. The notice records a distribution or payment to the named heirs under fraternal or charitable organization proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Timothy Gallivan
C. K. of
Seek Not to Steal the Other's Light Poem
A brief verse urges forging one’s own path by using energy and effort, advising actions with full force. It mentions using Rocky Mountain Tea at night and suggests asking a druggist for the remedy or aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rocky Mountain
Machinist Myers Injured Pulling Boiler Studs
Machinist Myers, recently reassigned to Missouri Pacific shops, is laid up with a sprained back after being injured while pulling studs from a boiler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myers
Missouri Pacific
C Unger Describes Cure From Cough with Foley's Honey and Tar
A Cham paign Illinois resident C Unger reports a yearlong hacking cough that led to fear of consumption. After trying many remedies and medical care, one bottle of Foley's Honey and Tar cured the illness and left him without trouble. Signed by A S Mc Gowan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. Unger
Maple St
Champaign
Ill
Foley
A. S. McGowan
Campbell Returns to Freight Run After Conductor Experience
C. R. Campbell resumes his regular freight assignment after a stint as a passenger conductor. He had previously enjoyed the duties and responsibilities of the conductor role before returning to freight work.
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C. R. Campbell
For Sale Party Leaving City Auction of Livestock and Fixtures
Bargain sale of three horses available for single or double driving. One A1 milch cow expected to freshen in about three weeks. Open buggy and a set of single handmade harnesses, both new. Also office fixtures. Note taken if secured. Call or address.
Wanted Agents for Self Adjusting Shoe Soles
Wanted immediately in the Western and Southern States good agents to sell to the trade our self adjusting rubber and leather shoe soles No capital required For rent two furnished rooms over McGinley’s grocery store East Third
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ginley
Lio East Third
House goods bought for cash by Black Flag and gig store
Money loaned on goods stored by L. F. Mackey at 113 West Main street. Lost last Saturday night on Fourth Street between Lamine and Massachusetts streets a pair of gold frame spectacles. Finder urged to leave at this office for reward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black Flag
Gig
L. F. Mackey
West Main Street
Fourth Street
Lamine
Massachusetts
Wantrep A B Fristoe Hauls Freight and Coal
Wantrep A B Fristoe the transfer man offers moving and hauling services. He can move you haul your freight coal or wood and invites you to call 240 for service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Fristoe
Dominion Company Manager Wanted in Chicago Ads
WANTED several bright and honest persons to represent us as Managers in this and close by counties. Salary 900 a year plus expenses. Straight bona fide no more no less salary. Permanent position with references. office work mainly at home. Enclose self addressed stamped envelope. Dominion Company Dept. 2 Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Counses
Straigh
Bona-Fide
The
Dominion Company
Dept. 2
Chicago
Wanted trustworthy agents for War in South Africa book
Dominion Company advertises William Harding travel book with vivid descriptions and lavish illustrations. Offers $100,000 in gold to salespeople, high commissions, 30 days credit, freight and duty paid, sample case free. Address Department V Chicago. Sept. D Hardy of Missouri Pacific on Iron Mountain division today.
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South Africa
William Harding
The
Dominion Company
Dept. V
Chicago
Sept
D. Hardy
Missouri Pacific
Iron Mountain Division
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Dr. Bell
Mormon Church
Bishop Remedy CO
San
Servants Pharmacy
Francisco, Cal
W. P. HaLey
Bank of Commerce
Ji Sedalia, Mo
Ohio and
Second Street
Pettis Courts
John J. Yeater
L. €. Durley
D. H. Crear
A. M. Reet
Adam Ittel
W. E. Bard
Edward Hurley
J. M Offeld
W. S. Baker
Lerge
Cordova
P, Hoff
Spot Cash Grocer
W. Main St
Allen L. Russell
Main St
Meyer
Harker
D. L. la Verne
Fleischmann
Innedera
John PF Bothwell
Sedalia National Bank
Sedalia Steam Laundry
Lamie Street
Pontaane Abe Wncinnats
O. U
Dpruggists
Kosted
WM. Kosted & Sons
Telephone
Ohio Street
J. G. Russell
Huckins’ Hotel
Enarch
Asser Renos
All
Cirveciano
W. D. Bogar
London Post
War Office
Natal
Morning Post
Daa
McGovern
Terry McGovern
George Dixon
Dixon
Tom O'Rourke
Maude Johnson
John M. Toner
Toner
State Street
Texas
St. Louis, Mo
E. W. Hall
D. W. Carlisle
J. E. Hillis
Jacobson & Swartz
F. E. Hoffman
Sweet Springs
Jno
J. Taummn, Jr
Sentinel
J. D. Donnohue
Nakal Oooo
Self Adjusting Sale Co
Greenwich St
Il Lb
Honey TO Loan
Chas. VanAntwerp
Katy Building
Aana
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