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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1901
Page
2
In Mars chatter, the virtue of advertising is praised with Mr. Tesla named as the suitable courier. A wry line contrasts two grips in circulation: the one for those who can stay in bed and the one for those who cannot.
Local chatter likens a looming cyclone to a small, human-sized cloud seen by saloonkeepers across the state as a weather rumor spreads in Kansas.
The public grows curious about Roosevelt's hunting exploits as reports note he requested no reporters accompany him during a parting excursion. The account hints at a broader interest in his field activities and public image after his departure.
A vivid parliamentary moment imagines Webster delivering a rousing pledge to back the ship subsidy measure in the United States Senate. The speech frames the vote as a test of resolve and national perseverance.
A busybody exposes that during Ben Harrison’s presidency a plan was approved to annex Hawaii bypassing constitutional allegiance to the flag by ads. The claim centers on a covert move in the administration and its controversial legal framing.
The Benton County Enterprise notes that Governor Stephens' administration is praised by supporters and critics alike for being honorable businesslike and aggressive, with critics mainly comprised of disappointed office-seekers.
A verse describes a flirtatious scene where a speaker jokes about the freedom of the press. The narrator recalls kissing the woman and she admits a liking for the freedom of the press while describing her blush and sweet demeanor.
On Tuesday two young women from the country visited town. Bright-eyed and rosy cheeked, they looked so alike that a dentist, ready to treat one, addressed the other. They were daughters of John Owen, near Garland, son of the early settler Uncle David Owen.
Clinton Tribune describes twins Versa and Viola Waddell daughter of Miss Louise Waddell visiting the Tribune office. They weigh 150 and 152 pounds, stand about 5 feet 7 inches, dark brown hair and eyes, both 19, rarely apart, healthy and closely bonded.
A nostalgic poem by Dr. J W McClure recalls summers of old chip pile dances and “gig” dances in shirt tails. It reflects on casual romance and childhood friendships across color lines, noting Jim and Lucy with dark faces but kind hearts.
John Rodgers of Ionia becomes father to a nine pound girl. Uncle Jake Shoemaker of Knobwoster injures shoulder. Holden Creamery to run skimming station at Chilhowee costing 1000 dollars. Revs Poteet and Newman hold protracted meeting at Leeton C P church. Infant of Mr and Mrs Henry Rugen of Cole Camp dies at three weeks. Abigah Lewis and Sallie Taylor wed at Palo Pinto January 14. James Parsons near Versailles ill from blood poisoning. David Lyon longtime Warrensburg Catholic dies January 24 at 72. Knob Noster electric plant may proceed. C C Crew pushing. Mrs Josie Binder of Ionia recovers from smallpox. J C Metts starts dry goods business in Knob Noster.
Rev W D Johnson pastor begins protracted meetings next Wednesday evening at M E Church South in Knobmonster with Rev W J Snow of Buneceton assisting.
A meeting of the Benton County Sun day School association will be held at the Baptist church in Warsaw on Thursday February 14 at 10 o clock a m. New officers will be elected and plans to advance Sunday school work will be discussed.
D Mahnken, Mora hardware dealer and postmaster, prepares to build a new dwelling in the spring. P Ehlers sells his stake in the Mora lumber yard to H P Fajen, and the firm will be renamed Fajen Bros.
Post Oak and Shawnee Mound last week carted off 20,000 pounds of Leeton flour from the mills. The incident highlights ongoing concerns over theft of grain supplies and transport security in the region.
An ad touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a guaranteed cure for grippe cough and accompanying weakness. It claims to restore strength and wellness and directs readers to buy from all druggists.
Palo Pinto tent plans an entertainment and supper at Clear Creek Masonic hall on Wednesday evening January 3. Dr. E Graham of Columbia claims a hog cholera vaccination remedy after extensive research. A. P. Mahan, four and a half year old son of Henry Mahan of Knobnoster, died Tuesday night from membranous croup. Dr. H Clagett, father of Dr. E M Clagett, died in Kansas City January 22 at age 94. burial in St. Louis January 24.
Sheriff Thomas of Lexington warns Sheriff Dillard to watch for a stolen team from W. F. Edwards near Lexington. The pair includes a black horse and a brown horse. Suspect described as a heavy set man with a black mustache and an overcoat. A $50 reward offered for the thief or team.
Warrensburg residents express elation over a proposed canning factory with $7000 already subscribed and the remainder expected soon. The enterprise is seen as bringing great advantages to Warrensburg and the surrounding country.
A vintage pharmacy ad touts Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as meritorious from the first dose. The promotion appears under Arlington Pharmacy branding.
Burglars entered a Carterville shop but left empty handed. The owner says prices are so low theft wouldn’t pay, explaining the incident as a rare opportunistic break in.
Ashier Zick of Leeton's bank reportedly pays out two dollars for every one since the 15th when a new daughter arrived in his household.
Dr. Robert Graham, 79, dies while visiting Pittsburg. He long led the Kentucky University of the Bible College and of Hoover female college. An intimate friend of Alexander Campbell, he was a famed educator and minister.
A vintage drug advertisement promotes Cascarets candy cathartic as a cure for constipation. It lists prices 0c and 25c and notes a druggist refund policy. The tone imitates period marketing fits.
The I O O F lodge of Lincoln gave an oyster supper to its members and their wives sisters and sweethearts Saturday night January 19. All had a good time.
Noted former Iron Mountain baggageman A. J. Hall now living locally was arrested in Sedalia Missouri on charges of obtaining money and goods by false pretenses at Texarkana according to the Poplar Bluff Republican.
Valley City expects to become a key stop on the St. Louis and Colorado railway, linking Sedalia to Kansas City. A new store room is finished and talks of stocking goods there indicate an economic boom in the making.
Prof Roxa Tyler of Chicago and vice president of the Illinois Woman's Alliance praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy after a severe winter cold nearly led to pneumonia. She says the remedy was pleasant, relieved her symptoms at once, and saved a doctor's bill. For sale by local merchants.
An old newspaper fragment promotes Banner Salve as the cure for chapped hands and cracked lips. The ad touts it as the world’s most healing ointment and notes availability at all druggists, framed within a humorous editorial aside.
Mrs Kam Montgomery of Sedalia came last week to assist in caring for her father Judge Autrieth.
A vintage drug advertisement claims one day relief for colds with Laxa'se Bromo Quinine Tablets selling at 25 cents. Each box bears E. W. Grove's signature and offers a money back refund if it fails to cure.
Kansas City tight for rooms as Savoy prepares enlargement while Baltimore previously announced expansion. T Snorgrass of Tipton travels to Kentucky to inherit estate from deceased sister, with about 10000 dollars to be shared by both heirs.
Fairfield resident Dr. Hooser reports the sudden death of his brother Curtis R. Hooser aged 19 from pneumonia at his home in Canadian Indiana Territory.
Alex M. Gibbs, pioneer educator of Centerview's first school, died in Clayton on the 135th, aged 76. He was an uncle of Dan Wharton, the Centerview druggist.
S L Spellman of Columbus Ohio says Ayer's Pills are unmatched as a liver regulator and cured his liver complaint and chronic constipation long ago.
Mrs Henry Kern and Mrs Stanford Williams of the Maplwood neighborhood return from a visit at Belleview Ohio.
Mr. John M. Shemwell and Miss Ida Jones of Nelson Missouri were married January 21. The notice uses terse lines about life, health and a Rocky Mountain Tea product advertisement promoting mental alertness.
The couple Ruth Hitchborn and John C Ferguson were married at high noon on January 16 at the bride’s parents home four miles southeast of Knobnoster, in a ceremony attended by family and local friends.
The Leeton brass band is now fairly organized and the boys are said to be progressing with practice. Local leaders praise discipline and teamwork as the group builds toward public appearances.
Obituary note reports the death of Mrs Lena Terrell at Marshall on Sunday at age 44. An advertisement promotes DeWitt’s Little Early Risers pills as easy to take and effective for cleansing the liver and bowels, offered by Arlington Pharmacy.
If your druggist cannot supply you we will mail you a box direct from this office upon receipt of the price 25 cents Ad dress J C AYER Co Lowell Mass.
J. C. Harrison of Marshall suffers advanced cancer that started on the face and has progressed to the brain, leaving him in a very low condition.
Bold sales pitch touts No-To-Bac as a magic cure for tobacco habit. Claims of life renewal and vigor target men, with offer of free booklet and sample from Sterling Remedy Co. in Chicago or New York.
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