Lace Curtains Offered With House Showings
Property listing notes that lace curtains are included with the house and all curtains are reserved. An extra showing space will be used and samples will be on display for inspection.
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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1902
Page
8
Property listing notes that lace curtains are included with the house and all curtains are reserved. An extra showing space will be used and samples will be on display for inspection.
The sale lasts four days from Wednesday to Saturday with every lace curtain in stock included. Prices range from 43c to 10.00 a pair, all patterns now offered at two thirds off the marked price. The stock features Nottinghams Scotch Nets Point D Esprits Irish points Arabian Nets Brussels Nets and Ruffled Bobonets all new and up to date.
A sale announcement notes merchandise offered at around 66 cents on the dollar with remnants of finer grades available at proportionally reduced prices. The wording emphasizes deep discounts on remaining stock and ongoing clearance.
The piece notes a potential setback for road movement and suggests if Dom Paul were to become president again his first act would be to decorate Webster Davis. It reflects Missouri residents abroad for winter and those who stayed home enjoying summer.
Bruce Barnett announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Pettis county prosecuting attorney. The Sentinel notes his statement amid local politics and hints at aviation context if aerial navigation becomes practicable.
Rye wormed through the market as George H Phillips the Chicago corn king faced ruin. The grain downturn has wrecked many other traders in similar roles.
Sedalia authorities weigh the use of Pudd nhead Wilson style thumbology as a novel tool for identifying criminals among the citys police force.
The note states Brazil will not take part in the World’s fair citing no impact on plans. The author adds a comment about obtaining alligators in Florida, implying alternatives or local resources for wildlife.
A urging note encourages contributions to a $1000 library fund even without children. It argues family welfare could affect anyone and urges generosity to support library resources for future generations and community use.
The statement condemns using an axe against a police officer and notes the severity of doing so with murderous intent. It emphasizes the gravity of violent acts against law enforcement.
A Pettis county jury yesterday returned a verdict against David Swindell amid a case that did not reference his name directly in reporting the outcome.
Murray Reed is making a mighty good newspaper out of the Warrensburg Star. This improvement stems from the training he received on The Sentinel.
Nearly all attendees at Wood's Opera House last night had read Mark Twain's Pudd'nhead Wilson and understood it better than the character Puddin' himself, signaling strong literary interest in the performance.
The Democratic state committee will convene in St Louis next Saturday to arrange the state nominating conventions. A Sedalia delegation is urged to attend and speak on behalf of the city.
In a Maryland session yesterday Mr. Gorman secured every Democratic vote for United States senator. The outcome signals strong party support though implications for the national race remain uncertain.
In Fort Scott Kansas the two Republican factions led by Grant Hornaday and Col. J. H. Richards have resolved the post office contest. Eldon Lowe will keep the office for two years, after which Judge O A Cheney will serve a two year term. Similar deals are suggested for Missouri Democrats.
A verse reflecting on difference between a house and a home built from loving deeds. The poem notes a humble cot may hold priceless beauty and eternal gold, with a gracious presence lighting the way and Paradise existing within.
Division Roadmaster Peter Rockwell began removing and relaying 62 pound steel between Camp Branch and Windsor for the Fort Scott to Joplin extension, with plans for through trains by spring. The Katy adds steel for Texas lines, forty cars daily, with transfers at Higbee from C A. Work on Coffeyville to Guthrie will start in thirty days to ready track for Guthrie’s fall festivities, as Sedalia receives construction equipment under Master Car Builder John Wigton.
Frank Phillips, a Katy brakeman, was struck by a car south of Parsons on Tuesday afternoon. His right leg was crushed and amputated after transfer to the M K T hospital. The jury convicted David Swindell of felonious assault on Sheriff Dillard and deputies, sentencing him to three years in the penitentiary. December M K & T business rose by 1 000 cars mainly from grain and stock.
Sedalia reported foreman Lafe Johnson hunting for workers Sunday with crews scarce and hard to recruit. An investigating committee, Dennis Sullivan of the Katy and W H Barnes of the Choctaw, Oklahoma and Gulf, met behind closed doors Monday to review the situation.
The report places responsibility for the January 2 wreck at McAlester which killed J. C. Jackson and Walter Beavers. Ballast cars are being placed at Engineer Street crossing by Brakeman Phillips of the Missouri Pacific as S B Smith returns to duty after illness. Conductor W J Lafferty gains a Lexington branch passenger run on trains 71 and 72, while Conductor George Light resumes his Lexington run after a two week knee injury layoff.
Meyer's Coffee House on 512 Ohio Street draws patrons seeking a respectable venue for light refreshments and casual socializing in a welcoming setting.
Classified notice seeking female applicants for employment at a local establishment. Requests references and particulars of previous employment. With return address to S. L. at the Sentinel office dated January 15.
Classified notice seeking a hustling man for Sedalia area with salary of 50 dollars per month plus expenses. Experience preferred but applicant must provide age occupation and references. Address applications to Manager K. Bayard Building Kansas City Missouri.
See Meyer the baker for fresh con fections cakes and bread at 512 Ohio street.
Mueller and Rodekohr of Main Street plan to move about February 15 to the room at 120 South Ohio Street next to the Western Union Tele. Company location, indicating a street shift in local commerce.
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