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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1901
Page
3
The text discusses Charles Schwab and J P Morgan as potential price of avoiding strikes and a unified merchant marine head. It credits McKinley for supporting Evans despite criticism and urges the administration to act if needed. It also notes Pennsylvania's de nouncement of the shirt waist ad journed, linking boodle concealment to pockets.
A historical note questions Hawaii's shift from monarchy to an autocratic capital influence. The piece contrasts former queen era with current governance, asking if substituting monarchy with capital power profits Honolulu and whether autocratic control now governs the islands.
General Miles believes the American force in Cuba is larger than needed and urges withdrawing half the troops. The Cubans likely to echo this by proposing the remaining half be withdrawn as well.
The Washington Times argues Britain continues the war to save empire prestige, but warns the effort will fail as prestige wanes daily. It says only complete Boers defeat could preserve integrity, and that such admission would not suffice.
For the first time in its history during a heated term Havana is free from yellow fever. Chief Sanitary Officer Gorgas credits the immunity and its consequences to thorough sanitation and mosquito destruction. May saw 1,400 gallons of coal oil applied to stagnant pools. Similar oil use in New England achieved the same effect.
The Chicago Chronicle notes a proposed change at the Virginia constitutional convention to strike the word Christian from the bill of rights. The new text would state that religion in general is the duty to our Creator, and that all men are equally entitled to free exercise of religion.
An advertisement touts Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a remedy for indigestion constipation and dyspepsia. It claims benefits for nerves appetite blood quality and overall health after fifty years of use and urges a fair trial.
A proposed amendment would remove sectarian language from the constitution sparking debate on conscience and equality. The Baltimore Sun praises large east coast gifts to universities as uplifting, while the Buffalo Times questions prioritizing higher education over kindergarten and playgrounds for the poor.
A warrant was issued for C. E. Wise a young farmer six miles north of Sedalia after Ida Raus accused him of seducing and debauching her Wise allegedly promised marriage and left for St Joseph where they lived together for two months before he abandoned her The case may lead to further arrests and investigations are planned Meanwhile local notices report fines and police activity with several residents ordered to relocate and officers resuming duties and improving health conditions
Poem imagining memories as dim flickers from distant stars. The speaker contrasts quiet dreams with the pressure of the present. The tireless years keep watch, recalling Alice Katherine Fallows' name amid fading recollections.
W L Jones announces a general transfer business including coal and wood hauling garbage hauling and moving services. Customers may place orders by calling telephone number 369.
A MAD DOG SCARE erupts as shoppers flee a local market after a stray dog roams the aisles. Store staff secure exits while witnesses describe a tense but noninjury incident. Police arrived to calm anxious patrons and remove the animal.
A large dog described as mad was shot this morning in a barn at 513 East Thirteenth Street by Captain Mason. The dog had roamed the neighborhood lately causing fear among residents. The owner could not be identified. Four tables remain at the soda fountain, cooled by electric fans at Arlington Pharmacy. Dr Thomas the osteopath will be assisted by his wife after July 1 in the Grand Central building. Household goods for sale or partial furnishings offered at 1205 South Osage Street.
F D Coburn, secretary of the State Board of Agriculture, notes Kansas transformed from desert to fertile. He cites vast fields where corn, wheat, and cattle thrive, with scales rivaling New Jersey Delaware Pennsylvania and celebrating agrarian abundance across the state.
A compact quote notes a trade location at Farris with a directive to leave word there. The line anchors a transfer spot and signals a shared understanding of where exchanges occur in the historical piece.
A marriage license was issued to Smith Tutt, a colored resident of Versailles. The record lists Tutt as the groom in a forthcoming ceremony and notes his hometown as Versailles.
A notice reports J. D. Hail Dry Goods Co and Emma Cook of Sedalia, colored, were granted a marriage license this morning. The text also includes a health advertisement urging treatment for chronic diseases.
Matilda Neffendorf and daughter Rosa Eicholz filed a stipulation with Recorder Lee Loney. Matilda deposits $500 for Rosa to invest and use the interest to clothe and support the mother. The arrangement requires the mother to live with each of her five children in turn, and at death the fund is divided among them with the longest living caretaker receiving the largest share.
The Red Cross Medical association provides three months of free services including consultation examination advice and treatment at rooms 311 and 313 llgenfritz building corner of Third and Ohio streets. Medicines are the only charge and relief is promised for chronic diseases to prevent further deterioration.
The Pan American Exposition at Buffalo runs May 1 to November 1, 1901. Through excursion tickets from Chicago Good for return within 15 days at one third fare. Special rate One Fare Plus $1 Round Trip. Tickets valid to Buffalo until midnight on the 10th day after sale. Chicago Great Western promotes lowest rates and offers a folder with map hotels time cards and connections. For details contact a Great Western agent or J P Elmer 113 Adams St Chicago.
Low rates are now in effect to Buffalo Boston New York and other eastern points via the Chicago Great Western railway. For full particulars inquire of any Great Western agent or J P Elmer general passenger agent Chicago.
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