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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1902
Page
2
The Sentinel announces Bruce Barnett as a Democratic candidate for Pettis county prosecuting attorney. It also notes the announcement of lawyer H. K. Bente as a candidate for the same office subject to the Democratic party will.
James Montgomery is announced as a candidate for the nomination of prosecuting attorney, subject to the choice of the Democrats of Pettis County. The announcement signals Montgomery seeks the party’s nomination in Pettis County.
Fragmented OCR style text mentions rag lans and Indian Tommy Hawk. References Sedalia, Admiral Schrey, Croker, Tammany tiger, British lion, contented woman in Kansas City, and a canal project. Lacks coherent news item or clear action.
A proposed electric transmission line from Sedalia to the Fortuna lead district is described as a potentially beneficial project that would improve power delivery and regional infrastructure.
The Bowery After Dark is pitched as a drawing card in Sedalia with a Bowery venue described as a daisy.
Russia and Austria decline to participate in the World’s Fair, signaling retreat from international exposition amid shifting postwar diplomacy. The decision affects anticipated showcases and reflects broader national priorities.
Doctors praise the best cough medicine Ayer’s Cherry Pectoral for hard cases. Mrs. Pearl Hyde of Guthrie Center Iowa reports a complete cure after three winters of coughing. AVERCO from Lowell Massachusetts advertises tonic and tonic prices. About 17,000 people plan eating establishments around the World’s Fair in 1903.
Street references and phone point to Globe building in St Paul Minnesota. Mentions General J B Sanborn and Mayor R A Smith with address at 34 East Fourth Street.
Charles W. Stevenson of Warrens burg advances as a front running poet with work accepted by major newspapers and widely copied exploiting his claimed divine afflatus.
A report notes an individual accepted a position with the Hay Press company last night, signaling a staffing move and future work with the firm.
Dr. C. J. Bishop of Agnew Michigan reports using Foley's Honey and Tar in three very severe pneumonia cases with good results in every case. Warns against substitutes. Sold by all druggists.
Five shots were fired around 11 o clock last night in the vicinity of Washington and Cooper streets, causing concern among residents and prompting police inquiries.
Albert Garth, a Black man, is to be hanged in Kansas City a week from today for the murder of his sweetheart. The governor takes no action to intervene in the case.
Miss Adelia Kirkhoff of Poplar Bluff Missouri returned home yesterday after visiting Mrs H L Pehling.
A series of lines reflect a winter landscape with weary paths and barren trees. The speaker looks toward May with optimism as God weaves dreams of sunshine and gives souls for song. The tone is hopeful despite harsh imagery and distant warmth. The author Frank L. Stanton is quoted.
George Adams is working at Mc Gurren's bar in place of John Buckley, who is laying off. The note references Rocky Mountain Tea from W & Bard Drug Company and remarks on human imperfection.
E Demick of Somerville Indiana suffered seven years with stomach trouble and spent about $1000 without relief. After using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure, he says he is entirely well. The ad claims the product “digests the food” and allows eating without dieting, endorsed by W E Bard Drug Co.
Col Bill Squires departed last night for Kansas City on official duty, with arrangements for his travel and expected meetings to discuss regional matters.
A 19th century ad notes lagrippe coughs linger for months and may become fatal after danger point. Fol Ey's Honey and Tar offered positive protection against these coughs and was available from all druggists.
A 1887 brick and slate house with nine fire grates and two baths on five lots near the central bluff of St Paul is offered for sale by lottery on June 1. Shares priced at 2 dollars with a minimum of 17 500 shares, drawn by blindfolded picker, deed to owner of the winning share, Dr C E Smith named, funds held as trust, return of money if minimum not met. Sam Dearing listed for inquiries.
An advertisement extols DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve claiming it cures blood poisoning from neglect of injuries and soothes pain. It features a testimonial from James Mack of N Webster Indiana and notes W. E. Bard Drug Co as supplier with claims of rapid wound healing and diaper-soiling sores of a baby.
An advertisement touts DeWitt's Little Early Risers as a gentle laxative. A user from Depauw Indiana reports nine years of costiveness relief after trying many remedies. The notice is from W. E. Bard Drug Co.
A Baptist Young People's union has been organized at Providence church near Clifton City signaling youth group activity in the local church community.
The city calaboose furnished accommodations for seven lodgers late last night. Police logs note the improvised shelter provided for the night.
W C Williamson of Amherst Virginia reports over a year of lumbago relief after trying Chamberlain's Pain Balm. He states it gave complete relief where other remedies failed and notes it is sold by all druggists.
Local report notes Irene Leftwich is improving after suffering a pneumonia attack. No other conditions are reported.
Quick relief for cracked lips and rough skin with Banner Salve, touted as the most healing ointment in the world. Available at all druggists.
A Jamaica merchant testifies that Chamberlains Cough Remedy relieved his daughter's severe cold and chest pains in two days, preventing a feared pneumonia attack. He claims seven years of use with no failure and notes sales at all druggists.
Miss Ida Mueller has accepted a position as stenographer for Prosecuting Attorney John Cashman, adding a new staffer to the county legal office.
Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets promise a one day cure for colds. All druggists refund the money if it fails. E. W. Groves' signature appears on each box. Price listed as 26c.
A Bard store announces a grab sale starting January 15 at 10 a.m. with discounts on featured items. Shoppers anticipate limited quantities and door estimates at participating locations.
An editorial argues mining yields higher, steadier dividends and broader wealth creation than banking. It cites census data, notable fortunes, and strong regional growth in Missouri led by Joplin and Tipton mining districts, noting 25 shafts and a 150 ton mill underway. W D Ham showcases Merrell Lead Mining in Tipton as a key player.
A local business promotes a monthly cash prize of 25 dollars for customers. Unclaimed tickets remain valuable, with forty tickets redeemable for one dollar in laundry. The notice includes a December drawing list and the winning number 49795 for ten dollars.
A jumble of names including Lucille Hill Jno Antes Win Ham Hospital and many others appears in a ledger-like teaser. The fragment lists individuals such as Wm Hoffman Fred Phipps J. H. Lafferty and Rose Wallace among assorted figures, with stray amounts and locations suggesting a municipal or society record.
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