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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1902
Page
4
James Cooney Seeks Re-nomination for Seventh District
The Sentinel announces that Hon. James Cooney will be a candidate for re-nomination as congressman from the Seventh district, subject to the action of the Democratic party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Cooney
Field
Greene County
The
Sentinel
H. K. Bente
Pettis County
James Montgomey
Democrats of Pettiscoun
Se@alia
Democratic Party
James C. Connor Named Candidate for Sedalia Township Constable
Charles Leftwich named as constable candidate for Sedalia Township with Democratic Party approval. Both nominations await party action and official designation.
Smallpox Cure Man and March Open House Plans
A mysterious man connected to a smallpox cure is described in varying terms. Katy shops announce an all-month open house. St Louis plans to highlight a few items for the East this week as March is forecast to be a tough proposition by weather prophets.
Miss Alice Roosevelt Bat Size Notes Head Swell
In a quip about Miss Alice Roosevelt the writer notes her bat size would make her head seem swollen. The piece also mentions Flat Creek’s ample water with duck hunters. It contrasts Irishmen during St Patrick's Day in a heated campaign year and ends with a grim joke about jealous husbands shooting their wives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Patrick's Day
Muddy Flat Creek Waters Spoil Nearby Spree
Muddy water from heavy rain affects Flat Creek while sources label local mud-larks as active. British forces tightening grip report captures include DeWet's son and secretary taken.
Sedalia Official Shoots Heels in Public Incident
In Sedalia a prominent official drew attention by shooting his heels during a public event while in Kansas City Webster Davis fired his hat in a related incident. Local authorities report no injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Webster Davis
Sedalia
March Arrives With Snow and Icicles Amid Lion Metaphor
A vivid line describes March entering like a Nubian lion with heavy snow in a shaggy mane and icicles dangling from a tan fur, creating a striking seasonal image.
Mr Blaydes Runs as Independent Lawyer Candidate
Mr 8S Blaydes, a well known young lawyer, seeks election as attorney for Boonville on the independent ticket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
8S. H. Blaydes
Boonville
Boonville Residents Support Blaydes for Local Position
Mr Blaydes is well qualified for the position and would satisfy all concerned. He has many friends in Boonville who will give him cordial support. The farm where Abraham Lincoln was born is advertised for delinquent taxes. The Sentinel criticizes Prince Henry for smoking cigarettes, noting a bad example to boys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blaydes
Boonville
Abraham Linecoln
the Sentinel
Prince Henry
Twenty Eight Democrats Expected to Win Big
A crowded field of Democrats is seen as almost certain to secure election with broad support across regions. Analysts note high name recognition and strong party organization boosting prospects.
General Funston Refuses High Salary Lecturing Offer
General Funston declines a $50 000 yearly lecturing offer and would also refuse a presidency based on salary. The Missouri State treasury shows a large surplus, but Republican supporters will push to convince voters the surplus is only hot air.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Funston
Missouri
R Overshiner Seeks Boonville City Assessor Post
R Overshiner, editor of the Republican, announces his candidacy for Boonville city assessor, asserting that newspaper people deserve the best in the land.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Overshiner
The
Republican
Boonville
Mr. Overshiner
Three Maidens and a King Dream by the Sea
Lucy Hamilton Hooper’s tale speaks of three maidens who each profess love for a king. The first would die if he loved her for a day, the second would die to brighten his life or power, while the third keeps silent and watches with sorrowful eyes. The king loves the first for a day, the second with lasting affection, but the silent maiden’s unspoken love is the deepest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sedalia
Democratic City Central Committee
The Cloud-Maker and the Blue-Sky Man
The poem contrasts doom and hope as the cloud-maker predicts storms yet the blue-sky man brings a song of hope. The workers hear him and glimpse a brighter tomorrow with hearts rich in pure gold.
Sedalia Junk Co Offers Gold Watch Free
Advertisement notes a gold watch free offer from Sedalia Junk Company with contact telephones 000 and 263.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sedalia Junk CO
Assessors at Seeperon Duty and Local Political Debate
Pettis county assessor Charles D. Brown reported from Jefferson City after state assessor convention. The group backed permanent meetups in Jefferson City, formed committees, and elected leaders while endorsing county funding of expenses. amid city politics in Sedalia, letters dispute the Democratic City Central Committee and mongrel ticket tactics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry County
J. B. Croy
Buchanan
J. A. Miller
Marion
S. N. Qualls
Jasper
C. D. Brown
J. B. Cray
F. B. Nossinger
Jackson
Jefferson City
E. P. Evans
Andrew County
F. J. Adams
Jefferson County
Charles Englehart
Adair County
T. J. Fisher
Osage County
Dockery
Cole County
Capital
Brown
Pettis County
Prisoners pass through Kansas City en route to state penitentiary
Marshal Maxwell of Kansas City escorted a group of prisoners to Jefferson City to begin sentences ranging from two and a half to eight years. Those listed include Earl Heath and Louis Streagal for burglary, Lulu Smith and Mary Wright for robbery, Daisy Gordon for robbery, Marion Stiles for robbery, Al Gifford for robbery, George James for burglary, Commodore Turner for burglary, Otto Beck for burglary, George Bostic for burglary, and Ben Williams for assault.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshal Maxwell
Kansas City
Jefferson City
State
Earl Heath
Louis Streagal
Lulu Smith
Mary Wright
Daisy Gordon
Marion Stiles
al Gifford
George James
Commodore Turner
Otto Beck
George Bostic
Ben Williams
Horse Wanted Quiet and Cheap for Sale
Gentle horse wanted by caller at 727 East Fifth Street. Inquiries welcome between 1 and 3 Monday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Fifth Street
Priests Arrive to Convert Aplin Property into Retreat
Rev. Father Graham of St. Joseph Missouri leads a party of six to McAllister Springs to oversee the purchase and conversion of the A. Aplin property into a retreat for invalid priests. The Dan Rich place nearby has been rented by Mr. Apling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Father Graham
St. Joseph, Mo
McAllister Springs
A. Aplin
Apling
Dan Rich
Mixed ticket view from Sedalia Democrat controversy
A March 1 1902 communication from Sedalia Missouri presents Hansberger’s critique of a Sedalia Democrat February 28 editorial. It claims the piece misleads readers by asserting loyalty of Connor Higdon Hatton and Steele and opposing a mongrel ticket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hansberger
Sedalia
the Sentinel
The
Sedalia Democrat
Connor
Higdon
Hatton
Steele
Central Business College Career Notes
Ira Sankey Wade becomes manager of Jumbo clothing. Vinita I T Woodward Hoover takes a stenographer post at a Topeka law firm for 65 dollars monthly. Miss Mary Butterfield is hired as a stenographer for the State Librarian in Columbia Missouri. A CBC pupil earned 75 dollars monthly after four months and subordinates a helper at 40 dollars. Su M Webb is promoted to cashier at Wyeth Wholesale Hardware in St Joseph Missouri. Paul Spicer fills a temporary vacancy in the superintendent’s office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vinita
I. T. Woodward Hoover
Topeka
Kas
Mary Butterfield
Columbia
Central Business College
Su. M. Webb
Wyeth Wholesale Hardware Co
St. Joseph
Bernard
Paul Spicer
Colds Cured by Ayer's Cherry Pectoral Says NYC User
A testimonial from J J Hargrave of New York City claims a covert couch period ended after using Ayer's Cherry Pectoral. The note asserts rapid renewal and complete cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayer
J. J. Hargrave
New York City
Massey Iron Co bookkeeper praised after scholarship
H G Wiley of Massey Iron Co Kansas City writes that taking a scholarship in C B C was the best business transaction of his life. J T Hickman begins stenographer job at Missouri Kansas Oklahoma Reality Co in Kansas City for $60 monthly. Several new pupils entered school yesterday. A student seeks work for board outside class hours. Co B C Literary society holds monthly open session next Friday in the college hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri Pacific
H. G. Wiley
Massey Iron Co
Kansas City
J. T. Hickman
Missouri Kansas & Oklahoma Reality Co
Co. B. C. Literary Society
College Hall
Hardware man J F Geischen resigns for new post
J F Geischen longtime Marshall-Howe Hardware employee resigns to join F Taylor Cain on Main street as dealer in hardware stoves and sundries. He previously served with D H Smith and brings broad experience and many friends to his new location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Geischen
Marshall-Howe Hardware Company
F. Taylor Cain
Main Street
Gieschen
D. H. Smith
Sentinel
Boston Cafe Serves Good Bread as Core Meal
Local dining spot Boston Cafe highlights bread as the centerpiece of meals with simple menu notes praising quality bake. Patrons praised crust, texture, and consistency as a hallmark of the establishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Cafe
Boonville Agent W C Knight In City on Business
W C Knight a real estate and loan agent from Boonville spent Friday and Saturday in the city on business visiting local offices and meeting clients.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Knight
Boonville
Climate Cure Promoted for Pulmonary Ailments in West and Southwest
Doctors advocate outdoor living for consumption and pulmonary diseases. Regions with dry air and ozone, notably West Texas and the Arizona New Mexico area around Marfa Fort Davis El Paso and Tucson, are recommended for year round health benefits. Many patients reportedly recover by relocating to the health belt. Send two cents for Matter of Health and El Paso and the Health Belt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Texas
Arizona
New Mexico
San Antonio
Marfa
Fort Davis
el Paso
Tucson
Southern Pacific
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New York
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Hawkins
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the State Convention of County Asses
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Jasper County
John E. Garman
Cole
W. D. Steele
Colonel Stratton
Democrat
Shain
Col. Stratton
Citizens
City Central Committee
Elder
New Spring
Ira Sankey Wade
J.C. Ayercs
Leow
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Sedala
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Bell No. 300
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J. M. Omite
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