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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1902
Page
9
A local outlet advertises remaining Petticoats in red, helio, pink, light tan and mercerized fabrics in large sizes. Originally valued at 1.75, items will close out at 1.25, inviting quick purchase.
The Sentinel announces James Montgomery as a candidate for the Democratic nomination for Pettis County prosecuting attorney, pending Democratic selection.
A Joplin public library board committee visited Sedalia Public Library to study its building and operations. Members included Prof J D Elliff Ada Briggs A D Anderson and C F Garstang. They aim to plan a new Joplin library with a $40 000 Carnegie gift and $5500 in local site funds. They will use Carthage stone for construction.
Fidelity Council No. 53 Knights and Ladies of Security met Friday evening filling the hall. Twenty applications were received. An entertainment is set for January 31 and promises to be a top event in the council’s history. A program will be announced later with limited ticket sales to ensure comfort. Council No. 564 also shows strong prospects.
The J D Hail Dry Goods company enlarges its main store by removing the partition with Huyssen Holm to create a single 6500 square foot space. The move expands their business as Hail and Kibby consolidate operations, now running a leading Missouri dry goods firm.
L A Osborne earned multiple awards at the Butler Missouri poultry and pet stock show last week. Silver Weyandottes took first place in pullet and hen categories while cock and pen also won. Pigeon awards included first and second in several breeds and the largest display. Osborne claimed numerous specials as well.
The school's young men plan a crack track team aiming to compete at the Missouri high schools spring meet. The young women organize a basketball team as well.
Two popular Sedalia pastors and their brides plan receptions this week. Rev E B Surface and wife receive at Cumberland Presbyterian Church on Friday. Rev A A Boyd and bride honored by Mr and Mrs L N Guild on Tuesday. Public invited to both events.
Sunday school at 9 a m Holy Communion and sermon at 11 a m Evening prayer and sermon at 7 30 p m Rev W T Alien rector of Christchurch Springfield will conduct all services.
First Church of Christ Scientist hosts a morning service at 11 o clock with the subject Life and an evening gathering on Wednesday at 7 30. All are cordially invited to attend.
The Endeavor society of the First Christian church will host a box social at the church parlors on the evening of January 17.
The Second Regiment schedules a ball for the evening of January 23 with plans in progress. Details on location and attendees are not fully listed in the fragment.
A notice describes an upcoming masquerade with military themes and broad international representation. Organizers promise a unique event with humorous elements and participants from many nations.
The Sentinel announces James Montgomery as a Democratic candidate for Pettis county prosecuting attorney. A Pettis County native educated, successful in law and business, Montgomery is described as energetic, popular, and trusted, with no prior office held. The piece lauds his democracy rooted family background and broad support from voters and business leaders.
Frank Kennedy, long ill in St Louis, is reported critically ill with death hourly expected. His father from this city is at his bedside.
Andrew Hardin, a colored man, was arrested last night by Officers Bailey and Boult for disturbing the peace. He will appear before Judge Truxel tomorrow.
The Sedalia public library records detail expenditures from a $50,000 Carnegie donation for the library building. Charles E. Yeater presents a summarized accounting with payments to contractors, architects, and suppliers, verified by affidavit and filed with the City Council. Also notes appointment of Dr. De Lamater as medical director of a new Polypathic Medical Institute in Sedalia.
A deep well being sunk at the reservoir promises a greatly improved Sedalia water supply. If it yields the same vein as the Winzenburg well, there will be abundant supply for all needs, with water that won’t harm boilers or clothes and will be palatable and healthful.
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