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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1901
Page
3
A newspaper ad extols Dr. Pierces Favorite Prescription as a cure for female troubles and debilitating drains. It claims to stop irregularities, heal inflammation and ulcers, nourish the nerves, and restore vitality without opium or cocaine.
Frank Bennett describes widespread smallpox in the Indian country around Mound and crowded hotels where many guests show facial sores. He notes scarce safe lodging and high prices, as locals remain immunized yet uneasy about the disease during his stay.
An advertisement claims general fatigue back ache and run down condition signal kidney disorder and promotes Foley's Kidney Cure as restoring strength by making the kidneys well. It warns to take no substitute and directs all druggists to stock the product.
J. W. Murphy of Temple Texas and Mr Thomas Gresham who is a resident of Belton Texas are first cousins who had never met before. They are guests with Miss Theo Clark of Dallas and Miss Florence Clark of Belton at the Greshams home, making an unexpected family reunion happen.
A local sales note invites customers to call at Mertz and Hale's and Otis W. Smith's drug stores for a free sample of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. The ad touts them as an elegant physic that improves appetite strengthens digestion and regulates the liver and bowels. The tablets are described as easy to take and pleasant in effect.
May Edwards who was cited to appear in police court Tuesday for disturbing the peace gave birth to a stillborn child last night. She was excused from appearing in court.
B F Mouser druggist in Chetopa Kansas touts the best sale of Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin in his store and Arlington Pharmacy also promotes it. It claims to cure constipation indigestion sick headache and stomach trouble.
Washington report notes retirement of Admiral Hitchborn and succession of Admiral Bowles. An oil painting of the battle of Santiago hung in the navy bureau for years, emphasizing the Brooklyn’s role and Bowles’s belief in Schley’s valor. The painting is now set to go.
An aged appearance is shown to reverse with Ayer's Hair Vigor which claims to stop hair loss, revive natural color, and thicken hair. A testimonial from Mrs. FE. Z. Benomme of Cohoes, N Y dated April 21, 1899 notes restored color and halted shedding, priced at one dollar a bottle.
Hot Springs Ark reports Charles D Etue and J A Ames, former health department guards in Kansas City, were sentenced to 21 years each in the penitentiary for binding a victim on a railroad track and causing injury. Etue had previously killed Anton Schuh in KC over a woman named Nettie McCall. His father P D Etue, once a postal clerk and former Live Stock Indicator owner, faced public scrutiny for defending him.
An advertisement offers a bottle express shipment for $1.00 with prepaid charges and requests the nearest express office. The note discusses a hair book and a controversial claim about Sampson versus Schley in the Santiago battle. It mentions plans to alter a Brooklyn painting and possible placement of the New York image on the back of the canvas.
The advertisement claims DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve cures piles without surgery, promises failure of counterfeits, and credits W. E. Bard Drug Co as the supplier.
Advertising copy promises long lasting relief from constipation using Cascarets Candy. It asserts guaranteed results and offers a money back refund if C C C fails to cure.
The Rev. C. R. Klinsick his wife six daughters and two sons traveled from Cole Camp to Isoledo Ohio where they will reside. He has served as pastor of the German Lutheran church of Cole Camp for twenty years. The family's fare from Cole Camp to Toledo totaled 105.50 dollars.
An Arlington Pharmacy advertises Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a positive cure for stomach troubles, suggesting relief for sufferers.
The Prospect school reports no absences or tardies for the 1900 1901 term across grades 8 through 1. Grade 8 names Grace Baker Opal Hoff man Daisy Maher Will Sprecher Maud Smith Arthur Meuschke Roy Hanes George Warren Floyd Williams Grade 7 Maude Brandt Louisa Phipps Louise Donnelly Roy Williams William Rector Grade 6 Oke Montgomery Louise Meuschke Stella Strong Ruby Fisher Lottie Watson Otto Pehl Grade 5 Ella May Ludeman Grade 4 Lois Williams Ethel Ludeman Grade 1 Alice Manes Homer Hall George Stevens.
A warning advert suggests that an imitation Rocky Mountain Tea is ineffective and may cause illness, advising readers to consult their druggist for genuine remedies.
Sheriff Hitson and Deputy Richards of Hermitage in Sedalia say Hickory County has no Black residents. He notes no saloons and rarely any prisoners in the county jail after returning from Jefferson City where they moved prisoners to the penitentiary.
A reflection on friendship defines a true friend as one who shares burdens and offers help in misfortune. The piece ends with an abrupt advertisement for Banner Salve claiming quick healing of cuts and bruises with a call to purchase from druggists.
Advertises DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve as a rapid remedy for eczema salt rheum tetter chafing ivy poisoning and other skin ailments and claims to provide a certain pile cure. Sold by W. E. Bard Drug Co.
The young son of Rev. Frank Lenig, Guy Lenig, sustained a left foot injury when run over by one of Collins' hacks this morning as he swung on the rear of the vehicle.
An unnamed barber writes to the Index from Marshall Missouri claiming he runs his own shop independently of rings unions or trusts. He says his shop southwest of the square stands alone on merit and appeals to friends and opponents of monopoly to support his cause.
Dr I L Pratt of Iowa Park Texas reports strong results from EUPEP IA TABLETS for stomach trouble due to indigestion. He states he is very pleased with the outcomes and would recommend the tablets to others.
Sells & Gray's Unite traveling show with a large menagerie and 100 performers visits Sedalia for an afternoon and evening on June 10. Fresh from Savannah Georgia the troupe boasts new costumes band wagons and bright clean entertainment noted as exceptionally bright and refined by The Sentinel.
Advert reads CELEBRATED YEAST FOAM as best for bread making. It promises a light sweet loaf with retained moisture and nutty flavor longer than any other yeast on the market.
The Davis Fancy Glass company rents the store at 120 Ohio Street and will open Wednesday afternoon with sessions from 2:30 to 5 and 7:30 to 10.
Pure sweet delicious healthful Crawford's Crown Sodas advertised with a delightful ice cream soda at the Arlington. Red Cross Ball Blue advertised as the world’s best. Large two ounce package priced at five cents.
A local outlet announces a free souvenir to customers visiting the Glass Blower’s shop. Details on dates or eligibility are not provided in the readable text.
Lakeshore travel ad promotes scenic routes to the East and the Pan American Exposition with tourist tickets on the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern line. It offers Lake Shore Tours maps and rates and announces a new direct line to the resort with Book of Trains details. Contact B P Humphrey in Kansas City and F M Byron in Chicago for information.
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