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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1906
Page
2
The Sedalia Daily announces mail subscription prices for readers. Daily by mail postpaid costs $1.00, weekly $2.00, and yearly by mail postpaid $4.04. The notice lists telephones under Queen City and references subscription delivery options.
The slate lists Hutchinson for Mayor, W H Boulltt for Marshall, Courtney Stevenson for Assessor, J W Kennedy for Collector, G W Barnett Jr for City Attorney, J B Longan for Police Judge, Ed J Evans for Treasurer, J T Montgomery and A W McKenzie for School Board, and ward aldermen H W Menschke John Wheelan John A Ready and Grant Crawford.
A published letter from Rev. Dr Henry V Noyes to Rev Dr Arthur J Brown discusses the Canton massacre of missionaries at Lien Chu and ties it to the Triad secret society. It cites a long history of oath bound crime, Chinese narrows, and colonial actions against Triads in Hong Kong.
The article discusses Triad influence in Lien Chou enabling corrupt officials to operate with impunity, contributing to the Lien Chou tragedy. It notes Mississippi moves to ban bridge games and a lawmaker proposing lynching, plus Justice Brown resigning over eyesight and Senator Knox declining a future position.
The senate is presenting strong arguments in favor of electing senators by popular vote. Advocates argue for direct democracy and accountability, while critics warn of risks to minority representation and legislative stability.
Reading Pa reports The Girl From Sweden drew a decent crowd with Miss Mabel DeLong and an acclaimed supporting company. Young George as Little Jim charmed audiences, with fine specialties. Shows run two matinees and two nights March 24 and 25 at Wood's theatre.
The Sentinel announces Hon Alf F Rector of Saline County as a Democratic primary candidate for Congress in the Seventh district. Also announces Hon C W Hamlin of Greene as a candidate, subject to Democratic voters in the April 7 primary.
Pattern No 5530 features a dark blue broad cloth nine gore flare skirt with hip adjustment and back box pleat options. It suits canvas, homespun, Panama, serge, and linen, requires six and five-eighths yards of 44 inch material in medium size, and is available by mail order for 10 cents with size and number details on the coupon.
A debate contrasts providence and insurance after a thunderstorm wrecks a church while a nearby saloon remains intact. One man argues providence favors the church, the other notes the saloon’s insurance and profit motive would allow rebuilding and increasing customers.
D E Kennedy is named as a candidate for the Democratic party nomination for Judge of the Probate Court of Pettis County subject to party action.
Cleveland health officials tie 1905 self destruction to Dr Osler age related doom claim. Report shows 50 of 83 suicides were by those over 40, with poisons, hanging and shooting deaths and age breakdowns cited by Health Officer Friedrich.
London investigates reveals women money lenders charging up to 130 percent annually. The practices described show fierce collection methods, including public harangues and doorstep confrontations, with many lenders posing as loan or banking firms and operated largely by older Jewish women.
A notice announces Charles S Williams as a candidate for the office of County Recorder, subject to the condition of the Democratic party's convention.
Zhe Seatret and The Gentical announce Walter Morey and Charles D Rayburn as candidates for the Republican nomination for county recorder subject to party action. Both notices name the race and party.
Charles W. Daugherty announces his candidacy for nomination as circuit clerk, subject to the will of the Republican party.
The Milwaukee Sentinel notes Hamfat the tragedian remained calm after the audience threw eggs. He thanked them and said he always enjoyed eggs with his role, noting no anger in response.
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a remedy for nervousness, insomnia, and general illness linked to stomach disorders and poor blood. It touts non alcoholic, alcohol free ingredients, a free booklet, and the product's honesty in listing ingredients. It also promotes Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets as liver and bowel regulators with a sugar coated form and candy like ease of use.
Thomas Hill, a leading Winnebago, is dead amid widespread insanity among the tribe. A dozen or more are dangerously mad, others suffer from large Mexican mescal bean consumption tied to a new religion introduced by visiting southern tribe members. Agent McSheridge cannot curb the frenzy or halt bean importation.
A typographical slip in a newly launched western city weekly misled readers by praising a matron’s pink luncheon before revealing the edition’s twist. The editor claims he sold the issue to test reader curiosity and the opening lines declared the luncheon was punk.
Arlington pharmacy sells Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds bronchitis asthma croup hoarseness and bronchial troubles Neyis and la grippe. The product is marketed as a remedy for multiple respiratory ailments.
Calvary church holds Lenten services with a sermon at 4 p m and 7 30 p m. Evening topic is The Inspiration of the Bible. Thursday morning services at 10 o'clock invite everyone to attend.
Illinois ranked first among states in inventive genius per capita, with 2,293 patents issued last year from a total of 26,798. The state exceeds New York in per person patent rate, delivering one patent for every 1,649 residents.
The Adams farm in Sae county near Odebolt Iowa harvested the largest corn field in the nation last fall. One hundred five men with 200 horses and thirty seven corn cutters shucked about 300000 bushels. Owner Mr Adams spends most time in Chicago with his family overseeing the operation.
When contemplating storage of household goods stoves and related items call Main 213 Bell phone Splendid warehouse. Vans and furniture cars available for hire.
Slush on sidewalks is fierce today as snow urgency is ignored. Citizens are urged to shovel now to prevent prolonged waterlogged surfaces and avoid relying on the sun. Weather conditions keep pedestrian movement hampered across streets.
Modern furnished rooms for rent with steam heat and porcelain baths. Meals also served. Location Legpande Family Hotel at Fourth and Lamine Streets.
A clever fortune teller at a party can be a valuable add on creating a small booth where guests learn their fate. Knowledge of the individuals is essential for convincing readings and makes the event memorable for attendees.
The piece argues that homes differ in size and style but share a core of love. It notes the love stone in home life is often hidden behind rough exteriors and chores, yet mothers know the true foundation lies in love sustaining family care and daily routines.
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