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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1903
Page
5
J R Rhea of Coppell Texas reports relief from chronic stomach catarrh after using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. The medication is advertised as a universal digestive aid that digests and nourishes the body to support nerves and tissues. Sold by W E Bard Drug Company.
In Austin, Texas a railroad man observed a Court of Appeals judge dine in a restaurant. The waiter delivered the judge’s order and explained the quick meal as a “Katy Flyer,” a playful pun on the fast lunch.
A Katy Line general passenger agent in St Louis receives a Rock Island Texas land and immigration agent letter promoting tobacco grown on Post Oak sandy soil at Hallettsville. It cites 800 pounds per acre, 15 pounds to make 1000 cigars selling at 30 dollars per thousand, manufacturing costs about 13 dollars per thousand, net profit 17 dollars per thousand, and land selling at 4 to 6 dollars per acre in Altair County.
In Nebraska a M K T Railway agent Mr Geo A McNutt registers at a town hotel. He asks for a bath and is told by the proprietor to fetch the fixin's. Tom appears with soap towel and a pick to dam up the crick, prompting a humorously rustic misunderstanding.
People of Springfield Massachusetts denied access to a recently completed statue honoring the late President McKinley. Anti imperialists opposed his administration and barred the memorial from public library grounds. President Roosevelt had agreed to dedicate it but no final plan was announced.
In a cablegram from Hamburg William A. Pinkerton says E. F. Masterson, wanted in Los Angeles for swindling the Continental Building and Loan association of San Francisco out of $102,000, has been arrested in Linden Schleswig Holstein Germany on a provisional warrant. He will be held until the U S consul receives authority from the State Department to take him into custody, awaiting extradition papers.
Miss Bess Doyle hosted Adagio club members and friends at 725 West Seventh Street. Card games provided prizes: Edna Crenshaw won the ladies prize lace handkerchief. Laura Morey won the guest prize lace handkerchief. Aubin Farris took the booby prize fan. Refreshments were served. Among out of town guests were Miss Belle Buckner of Mexico Miss Arbella Dockery of Kirksville and Miss Margaret Carter of Owensboro Ky.
Miss Gertrude Maltby will entertain a company of friends tomorrow at her East Fifth street home in honor of her guest Miss Margaret Carter of Owensboro Kentucky.
Granite Lodge No. 272 A F and A M meets Friday at 8 o'clock in regular communication. All Master Masons are fraternally invited. Geo E McNeil W M S M Hodges Secy.
A Summerton South Carolina resident, H. A. Tisdale, reports relief from twenty years of bleeding and protruding piles after using DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve. He notes two boxes cured him eighteen months ago and no further symptoms since. Sold by W. E. Bard Drug Company.
J. M. Cain Manufacturing Co. advertises for veteran pants makers to join its production team. Apply to the factory for skilled labor opportunities.
Descriptive literature and timetables list Indian names such as Muskoka Clear Sky Land Magnetewan Smooth Flowing Water Kawartha Bright Waters and Happy Lands as fitting descriptions of delightful summer spots. Free information available by applying to the Advertising Department Grand Trunk Railway System Chicago George W Vaux A G P T A.
A pamphlet titled Quiet Summer Retreats helps readers choose a vacation destination. Copies are available by writing B. P. Humphrey in Kansas City or C. F. Daly in Chicago.
Mrs Joseph Lacelle of Ottawa East writes Peruna cured her nine month backache and dragging pains, claiming it kept her healthy for a year. Dr Hartman offers summer free treatment for female diseases. Local notes cite visits and travels of L Kenny Gerkin, Bolte, Miller, Gillum, Wen sell, Hainline, Norris, Owens, Cassidy, Glass, Dugan, Sturges, and a lumber job in Diamond Missouri.
Clarence Darrow, attorney for the United Mine Workers, wed Miss Ruby Hammerson, a Chicago newspaper woman, at Galesburg, Illinois, today. The couple started at once for Europe.
A. A. Earl of Boise eloped with Blossom Small aged 16 last night. Officers pursuing them arrived to find Earl had shot Small and then himself, both dying instantly in the incident reported by the Scripps-McRae Press Association.
P F Tomlinson a painter and carpenter of Sedalia says after months of back pain he tried Doan’s Kidney Pills on the recommendation of a friend at W E Bard Drug Co. The pain and aches left and have not returned. Doan’s is sold by all dealers at 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole agents for the United States. Remember the name Doan’s and take no substitute.
C F Hughes of Lamonte transacted business locally. G A Widder, Frank Middleton, and others traveled to Jefferson City for work. Alberta Elliott and Anne Florer visited friends. Mrs J R Clark and daughter Helen shopped. Capt Pope heads to the Philippines. many guests arrive for visits or summer trips in Missouri and beyond.
Scenic double track highway era rail boast. The Lehigh Valley Railroad runs limited time service on the Black Diamond Express with through tickets to New York and Philadelphia and stop overs at Niagara Falls allowed on all through fares.
A legal notice centers on the signature of Kworta marking a case as authentic and tied to the longstanding trade practice. The document underscores the enduring provenance and branding implied by the familiar mark.
The Diocesan Missionary society will meet this evening at 8 o clock at Calvary church. The officers and committees will please report.
Advertises an escorted rail tour via the Grand Trunk Railway system visiting Niagara Falls Muskoka Kawartha Lakes St Lawrence rapids Thousand Islands White Mountains and Atlantic coast resorts. Requests for guide publications go to Advertising Department 135 Adams Street Chicago George W Vaux A G P T A.
Maurie Davis, colored, was fined one dollar and costs in Justice T. P. Berry's court this morning for disturbing the peace.
Special low rate excursion July 24 via Lake Shore and Michigan Southern railway. Round trip from Chautauqua is $14.00 with a 30 day return limit. A handsome Chautauqua Book available by addressing B. P. Humphrey, P. A., 202 Boston Building, Kansas City, or C. F. Daly, Chief A. G. P. A., Chicago.
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