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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1901
Page
6
Marvin Kuhns, a famed Hoosier bandit at sixteen, sought a suit of clothes and earned money by ditching. His father seized the earnings, prompting the youth to vow to have money by any means. He turned to crime, later stealing hundreds of horses, shooting seven men, and repeatedly escaping state prison.
An old fashioned advertisement touts Dr Hobbs Sparagus Pills as a universal kidney remedy. It offers a free sample and lists Sterling Remedy as a source in Chicago or New York.
Winamac Indiana March 1 Professor A T Reid principal of Winamac high school dismissed by trustees after testimony by Pearl LeMaster a 20 year old student who accuses improper conduct.
A Chippewa Falls Wisconsin resident Mrs Jas Forest states a seven year leg sore cured after using two boxes of Banner Salve. She spent hundreds seeking relief and praises Banner Salve as the most healing option available from druggists.
Residents of Columbia Missouri react to a railway company approval to build a line along the main business and residence street. The council granted permission stirring town indignation over the disruption and safety concerns in the heart of the city.
An advert promises to cure deafness caused by catarrh through constitutional remedies. It explains that deafness results from inflammation of the Eustachian tube and offers one hundred dollars for any case it cannot cure with Hall's Catarrh Cure. Cir 75c Hall's Family Pills touted as best.
The Hannibal Journal launches a grain business urging Missouri farmers to invest in Russian seed wheat and to ensure delivery if they want it.
When I was prostrated with grip my heart and nerves were in bad shape Dr Miles Nervine and Heart Cure gave me new life and health Mrs Geo Colie Elgin Illinois
Patterson New Jersey faces a threatened strike by local silk weavers amid tensions over pay and working conditions. The dispute centers on wage demands and industrial relief amid regional economic pressures.
Kilbourn Wisconsin resident Mrs. C E Van Deusen suffers chronic stomach trouble and constipation. She endorses Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets, says they helped more than other preparations. Available at Mertz Hale and Otis W Smith drug stores. Price 25 cents. Samples free.
Ritchie Tent No 152 of the Knights of the Maccabees will hold its weekly meetings on Thursdays at its lodge. Members are urged to attend and participate in upcoming planning sessions and community service events.
At a Thursday meeting three new members were obligated to join the tent organization. The group states regular weekly Thursday gatherings will continue.
An advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a guaranteed cure for the grippe cough and a booster for strength. It warns against substitutes and directs readers to all druggists.
Messrs Shortridge and Kelly who were appointed attorneys for William Ferris held a conference with their client on Thursday as he faces a first degree murder charge.
Readers invited to learn about Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin with a trial bottle offer. Arlington Pharmacy advertises ten doses for 10 cents at its store.
The Vernon County Democrat argues Vernon county should vote for a new courthouse, noting nearby counties have approved $65,000 to $100,000 projects and $50,000 bonds, urging readiness to spend $50,000 to $75,000 for a quality structure.
An old time advertisement for Botanic Blood Balm claims to purify blood and heal skin disorders from eczema to ulcers. It touts cures for deep seated conditions like cancer and blood poison, offers a trial treatment free, notes a dollar price per large bottle, and lists over 3,000 testimonials from users.
A large gathering at Glass hall hosted by the Degree of Honor A O U W admitted George Spears and J C Roach of Longwood to membership at the business meeting. Afterward attendees enjoyed a social evening with dancing card games and other amusements followed by an elegant luncheon.
Their promptness and pleasant effects make DeWitts Little Early Risers popular pills for liver and bowel troubles. Arlington Pharmacy.
Gold rimmed spectacles lost along the oar line between Fifth and Engineer and Sixteenth and Missouri avenues. Finder should leave them at this office.
Mrs J Lindsey of Montrose Minnesota says grip forced her to eat only crackers and milk. She began taking Dr Miles Nervine and Pain Pills and reports the trouble disappeared.
A Joplin promoter expresses strong confidence that the planned project will proceed, promising progress and upbeat anticipation for the city. Local residents react with cautious optimism as details are awaited.
The article notes a businessman seeks a franchise for a street railway using liquid air as motive power. It indicates the necessary air is already on hand, though cooling has not yet begun.
An old advertisement warns pneumonia often follows grippe and endorses Foley’s Honey and Tar as the great throat and lung remedy with no substitutes. It urges readers to buy from druggists.
The people of East Sedalia believe John Brandt, a Missouri Pacific blacksmith, could become a public hit as a strong man. He recently performed astonishing feats of strength before a small audience, surprising them given their knowledge of his abilities.
Claimant ads tout Foley's Kidney Cure as a fifty cent remedy insured against Bright's disease diabetes and other dangerous ailments sold by all druggists.
H. J. Chatterton, agent for United States Health and Accident Insurance Co., settled claims of Henry Elton, Katy brakeman, with a sprained ankle and George W. Pfifer who suffered grip. Elton received 14.66 dollars and Pfifer 13 dollars.
An Arlington Pharmacy promotes DeWitts Little Early Risers as mild pills to cleanse the liver and bowels. The copy claims the pills never gripe and are a trusted remedy.
Jefferson City Missouri March 1 report says assessors must publish in newspapers and post personal property assessment lists if the senate ways and means committee's view is adopted by the legislature. Committee unanimously supports favorable report on the bill drafted by D O Smart of Kansas City and introduced by Senator Clarke.
Missouri farmers show growing interest in Angora goats with strong demand for breeding stock. Experiments indicate goats thrive in the state and both wool and carcass fetch good prices, suggesting profitable potential for the industry.
Mr and Mrs J M Offield left last night for a Florida trip. The note hints at renewed youth and vigor. Madison Medicine Co Rocky Mountain Tea advertised at 35 cents with a prompt to ask a druggist. Old papers offered for sale at the office.
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