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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1901
Page
4
The passage notes Admiral Cervera may share views on Santiago where all ships performed their duty in a captain’s battle. It contrasts Russia and France pressing the Porte for a settlement with a cautious reaction to paying Uncle Sam, and observes restraint from steel trusts and employer associations.
A remark recalls Admiral Schley having a son who serves as a captain in the army. The piece notes a parallel to a quip Senator Quay sent a Pennsylvania gubernatorial hopeful, advising simply to “Dear Beaver, don't talk.”
The letter argues against a Gage led lottery for Indian lands claiming the proceeds come from public taxes. It compares the plan to raffling New York treasury coins and warns that such a system robs the many to enrich a few. It asserts lands are public property and should be leased at market value to avoid winners and losers.
Springfield Mo July 31 The Springfield ball team won a thirteen inning game against Fort Scott by a score of 10 to 9.
A large gray horse recently sent from St. Louis to be used by the American Express company attempted to run away at the Katy depot this morning. It was tied to a heavy weight and could not drag it, so no damage occurred.
George Wells a colored farm laborer employed by N Imhauser seven miles southeast of the city died at his home 430 North Washington Street last night at 11 from blood poisoning caused by an injured hand. His right hand was badly hurt when caught in a windmill about a month ago.
Reports of Blind Tom's death proved false and his manager has planned a concert series. The famed colored pianist will perform the latest repertoires his notable imitation power has brought him.
The Joplin mineral district reports drought not harming output with July to current year comparisons showing 1,609 tons of zinc and 996 tons of lead sold and an increase in value of 96711 dollars.
The Mexico Leader laments the code of honor that stops gentlemen from settling disputes personally, sparing the public from the controversy.
The Eleventh Street Sluggers beat the Southeasts 8 to 4 this morning. Pitchers were Walker and Weikal for the Sluggers. Sutton Quigley and Lovliest joined the Southeasts.
The text recalls Admiral Sampson addressing the Matanzas incident where the fleet under his command killed a mule, a notable event tied to naval operations and orders during the period.
In Omaha the Salvation Army performs hymns set to the tune of Sweet Marie as popular airs eventually reach the city. The passage notes the broad reach of current tunes into local hymnody.
Harry Withers and Mrs. Elizabeth Morrison of Bunceton Missouri wed on Tuesday in Boonville. Old papers for sale at this office.
Sedalia dedicates a new Carnegie library building celebrated for architecture and lasting value. speakers include Mr John Lawrence Mauran and librarian F M Crunden, praising public spirit, education, and the library as a paying investment delivering knowledge, counsel, and inspiration to all residents.
The Sedalia library building, a classical white terra cotta monument funded by Andrew Carnegie, showcases Hurley Moyer and Dean’s flawless craftsmanship. It features a limestone foundation, red tile roof, massive Corinthian columns, a 46,000 volume stack, fireproof design, extensive daylight from a skylight, and plans for future heating connections.
The color effects enhance the new building with vermillion in the delivery and statuary halls, pea green reading rooms, magenta art room, buff trimmings, and ivory pilasters. George E. Dugan painted rooms and finished antique oak woodwork, creating a striking, beautiful interior expected to win universal admiration.
A St Louis firm specializes in terra cotta manufacture with a secret process producing a durable product regarded as superior to stone. The plant runs at full capacity as orders pour in from around the world for terra cotta in multiple colors shapes sizes and designs.
An advertisement claims Hostetter's Stomach Bitters cures dyspepsia indigestion constipation biliousness torpid liver or weak kidneys and prevents insomnia and nervousness by maintaining a healthy stomach. It urges readers to try the product.
A historic local shop, Hail’s Store, posts new closing hours with daily close at 5 PM and Saturday late hours until 9 PM. The change affects regular shoppers and weekend visitors.
Gloves for summer use on trains and in driving and shopping. Washable women’s lisle gloves in white black and colors advertised 50 cents and tic.
Women’s handkerchiefs priced 25 and 30 cents with hemstitched linen quality. Slightly mussed from store use as decorations, offered at nearly half price. Easy washability and bath freshness noted. seize this summer supply opportunity.
We offer dimities 5c yard in blue and pink corded fabric with white stripes and figures. The text promotes quantities for those who need it most, highlighting affordability and availability.
The Winkle Terra Cotta company of St. Louis supplied terra cotta that mirrors Carthage stone on Sedalia library. pillars, capitals and cornices resemble carved stone to expert eyes. The material, used in many national buildings, withstands time and weather, signaling progress in industry and art.
The Sedalia library features grand interior woodwork supplied by Lohse Patent Door company of St. Louis. Massive quarter-sawed white oak finishes, paired with twelve grand columns and pilasters on each floor, showcase craftsmanship admired by all.
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