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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1901
Page
5
Mayor J L Babcock proclaims a special election in Sedalia Missouri to fill the mayoral vacancy caused by Samuel K Crawford's death. The election is set for Monday July 29 1901 and will be conducted as provided by law with City Clerk C E Baker witness.
A note describes gathering at Farris to obtain refreshments and socialize. The brief emphasizes a casual stop for drinks and light fare among attendees.
The Pan American Exposition continues in Buffalo New York drawing visitors from across the region. Exhibits highlight industry agriculture and technology with daily programs and demonstrations for fairgoers.
From May 1 to November 1 1901 the Chicago Great Western Railway offers excursion tickets to Buffalo good for return within 15 days at a fare plus one third. A special rate is One Fare Plus $1.00 for round trips. Tickets valid to Buffalo until midnight the 10th day after sale. The railroad provides a Buffalo map Exposition grounds hotel list and train time card. For details contact a Great Western agent or J P Elmer at 113 Adams Chicago.
Our Lake Shore Tours offers tour ideas and maps for popular trips to the East. The Pan American exposition and direct line openings are noted with booklets and train information. Contact B. P. Humphrey in Kansas City or F. M. Byron in Chicago for details. Also shop six beauty pins for 5 cents at Bard's.
An advertisement touts Botanic Blood Balm as a cure for blood poison cancer and related symptoms. It claims to drain toxins, heal sores, and build up the body, with free trials and a $1 large bottle sold via Blood Balm Co. Atlanta.
Bard's showcases extra long necked collar buttons designed for summer wear. The new trim aims to add distinctive style while remaining lightweight and comfortable through warm weather.
The Burlington Route announces through trains from Kansas City and St. Joseph to the Pacific Northwest with coaches, chair cars, sleepers and dining cars. No 15 runs to the Pacific Coast via Scenic Colorado, while No 23 serves night travel to Denver Omaha and St Paul. No 21 offers noon through sleepers to Omaha and St Paul. No 16 is the St Louis Fast Night Express and No 42 the Fast Morning East. California excursions are offered weekly. Contact R E Crozier or L W Wakeley at 823 Main St Kansas City MO for rates and details.
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