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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1901
Page
7
Texas advertisement claims Hall's Great Discovery cures kidney and bladder troubles including gravel diabetes and rheumatism in men and women. One bottle provides two months of treatment and is mailed for 1 if not sold locally. Dr. E W Hall, St Louis, requests testimonials and lists Servant Harker Drug Co. as a seller.
In St Louis on June 28 1899 a husband testifies his wife suffered chronic back and hip pain. Within ten days of taking E W Hall's Kidney Medicine she reports all pain gone and says she feels like a new woman.
Moerschel Brewing Co. urges customers to order a case of its beer, framing drinking as healthful and invigorating. The notice cites the beer as appetizer or tonic and offers telephone contact at 214.
M B Coleman advertises deep discounts on hams bacon peaches honey evaporated peaches prunes Boston baked beans Hig Pat flour soap and onion sets with prices per pound can or dozen. Encourages calls to inspect the bargains.
The Boston cafe bustles as customers place diverse corset orders in summer styles including short medium and long fittings. Local shopkeepers report steady demand amid warm season bustle.
Sam Fell becomes sole owner of Fell and Harris saloon on South Ohio between Main and Second after buying Charles Harris's share. The saloon is being remodeled with repainting and refitting to become one of the citys handsomest liquid refreshment resorts. Harris plans to relocate to Oklahoma.
Homer D. Matthews resigns as night clerk of the Hotel Huckins and joins the Victoria in Kansas City. He will be succeeded by J. A. Venable of Lexington.
Miss Mamie Smith of Middlesboro Kentucky writes that her little sister had a severe illness described as the group and that several doses of Foley Honey and Tar instantly relieved symptoms and saved her life according to the letter published in the local druggists advertising section.
At tonight's meeting the city council will revisit dramshop licenses with consensus suggesting a fixed amount between 500 and 600 dollars. The debate centers on setting a standard fee for license issuance and renewal.
In a humorous note the piece contrasts roosters crowing without laying eggs with people selling an imitation Rocky Mountain tea made famous by the Madison Medicine Co. The ad mentions a 35 cent price and suggests asking a druggist.
T G Jones resigns as Sedalia district superintendent for Scranton Schools of Correspondence and takes a new traveling position with Lamy's factory. The Summit school teachers enjoyed a pleasant Saturday outing at Miss Bouldin's home northwest of the city.
The ad touts DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as a swift remedy for skin conditions and piles, warns against counterfeit products, and credits W. E. Bard Drug company with the claim of good results. It also notes the marriage of Miss Clara Muhrer and Mr. A M. Clark on a recent Sunday evening conducted by Rev E J Hunt.
A vintage patent medicine claim extols DeWitt's Little Early Risers as fast acting purifiers of the bowels with no discomfort and no griping, noting widespread fame for their efficacy and ease of use.
Reports of an ice plant fire caused considerable excitement on Saturday after the departments at 6 p m.
A vintage patent medicine claim promotes Rocky Mountain Tea as a cure for poison and a booster for blood and nerves, promising a happy youthful feeling. Advertisement urges readers to ask their druggist, price 35 cents.
John L. Hall and his wife left Sunday for Larned Kansas to attend a house party at Col Scott's home. They will then travel to New Mexico Colorado and California on the trip.
George C. Hickock of Curtiss Wisconsin reports Foley's Kidney Cure has been tested and found effective. He says he has given it to his father and it is the only remedy that helped him. Sold by all druggists.
A banquet was held Saturday evening by Loyal Rebekah lodge No. 260 honoring Mr. and Mrs. L. Johnson, Mrs. Helen Lister, Mrs. Fannie Stevenson, and Miss Julia Walker who recently left Rebekah lodge No. 32 to affiliate with the Loyal Rebekahs.
Dr Loyal Ford's Dyspeptide touted as a perfect cure for indigestion dyspepsia constipation heartburn sick headache and all ills from poor digestion. It claims to make the stomach right and is advertised for sale by all druggists.
Sedalia noted teachers Daisy McGowan Laura McCluney Floy Jackson Lida Burress will depart for Columbia Eunice Cousley will attend Chicago University Belle Steele will visit sister in Old Mexico Bessie Cully will visit relatives in Virginia The announcements detail destinations and planned absences for the upcoming term.
The ad touts DeWitt's Little Early Risers as pills for constipation and liver complaints from W. E. Bard Drug Company, highlighting quality over quantity in this historical medical promotion.
Jule Schmed seeks details after his brother Dudley of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch called by long distance to say he had learned of Jule’s demise. A friend first relayed the news and promised more details, following recent rumors that he had drowned.
E D Francis of the International Correspondence Schools reports seeing the Baron Bum Bum behind bars in Butler. He says locals consider him a great swindler and if farmers bring him to trial, he faces a long term in the pen.
An old advertisement asserts that Foley's Kidney Cure cures illness from kidney problems, offering health and energy and directing readers to buy it at all druggists.
Charles Van Antwerp proprietor announces Monarch Laundry with new equipment and location at 606 Ohio Street. W L Jones transfers offers general transfer business coal and food hauling garbage hauling and moving services with orders via telephone 369.
A private party offers money to loan with no commission and real estate security. Rates are 6 percent or 7 percent and the address listed is 109 West Main Street.
An advertisement from Helfert and Raiffeissen promotes a big sale featuring iron beds and sewing machines in like new condition at very low prices, promising substantial value for shoppers.
Bottled at the Distillery Pehl’s Private Stock eight years old offered in four full quarts per case at three dollars. Shippable to any address with return-and-cost refund for misrepresentation. Marketed for medicinal and family use by Peter Pehl Wholesale House at 115 West Second St. Phone 95.
A local ad promotes a wide piano stock at JOHN N. TAYLOR'S featuring 25 new pianos in ten makes including Chickering and Emerson. The notice invites shoppers to browse a broad selection of standard piano brands.
Latour and Sherer offer their best cabinet photographs at three dollars per dozen for a limited thirty day period. Other cabinets priced at two and two fifty per dozen. New style mounts in various sizes available at proportionately low prices.
A small fire at the Ed Hall residence on 615 West Main Street drew firefighting crews. Fire officials reported minimal damage and no injuries as they contained the blaze.
The Boston at 214 Ohio Street advertises time and opportunity with umbrellas and parasols at appealing prices.
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