Okapi Discovered In Central Africa A Striking New Genus
Travelers in Africa report a giraffe like animal dubbed okapi found in dwarf forests of Central Africa. Initial impressions likened it to a horse as naturalists study its striped hide, neck, and legs to classify a potential new genus. Sir Henry Johnston and explorers chased rumors as tracks in mud confirmed sightings, marking a rare zoological milestone.
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Central
Africa
Greece
H. M. Stanley
Congo
Sir Henry
Sir Henry Johnston
Ituri
Semliki
Ayer Sarsaparilla Endorsed For Chronic Fatigue Ills
An advertisement touts Ayer Sarsaparilla as a remedy for tired blood and long illness, featuring Mrs. J. W. Fiala of Hadlyme Conn who credits it with restoring her health after twelve years of debility. The copy directs readers to purchase from druggists and notes J C Ayer Co. of Lowell Mass. Then a science note describes the okapi from the Congo frontier, detailing skulls and skin shipped to London that confirm it is a unique cloven-hoofed ruminant related to giraffes, with striking coloration and zebra like markings.
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Ayer
J. W. Fiala
Hadlyme
Conn
J.C. Ayer CO
Lowell
Mass
Mombasa
London
Greece
Ray Lankester
Dyspepticide Cure Promises Fast Digestion Relief
Dr Loyal Ford advertising claims Dyspepticide cures indigestion by digesting food and restoring stomach health. The notice touts the remedy as a complete solution and pitches Sedalia Ott's as the source for the best soda water.
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Loyal Ford
Sedalia
Ott’s
River Route Completion Delayed Six Months say Missouri Pacific
Trainmen tell The Sentinel it will take at least six months to complete the River route from Jefferson City to Boonville. Ballast used in the Merra mec comes from the Missouri river at Yateman. Through trains and fast freights are expected to keep running via Sedalia.
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Missouri Pacific
The
Sentinel
Jefferson City
Boonville
Missouri
Yateman
Pacific
Valley Park
Sedalia
Rain Floods Sedalia Area Strains Roads
Dr. Thomas reports a hard rain south of Sedalia on Sunday afternoon. Flat Creek rose 4 to 5 inches and roads were inundated.
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Dr. Thomas
Sedalia
Flat Creek
Lover’s flame fails to warm house until Rocky Mountain Tea
A poetic note recalls a lover building a home and attempting to warm it with his passionate heart. The rise of Rocky Mountain Tea is presented as the remedy, with the product advertised at 35c and urged to be asked for at any druggist.
Larkin Herron Dies In Arkansas City Baseball Game
In Arkansas City between the Grays and Joplin, Larkin Herron known as Curly, collapsed in the eighth inning and died of heart failure linked to typhoid fever. The Grays led 4 to 1 when play ended and Herron, 21, had pitched well before the tragedy. His parents reside in Oxford Kansas.
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Arkansas City
Arkansas City Grays
Joplin, Mo
Larkin Herron
Taylor
Joplin
Oxford
Kas
Grays
Herron
Curly
Rocky Mountain Tea Targets Stamina and Courage
Increases human energy and makes soldiers of weak men. The world has little pity for a man who loses his grip and must regain it by taking Rocky Mountain Tea. 35c. Ask your druggist.
Slippery brick sidewalks at local crossings raise injury fears
The sloping brick sidewalks at the crossings between Ott and Guenther, and between the Boston Cafe and Espenschied & Hughes, keep causing numerous falls. Residents warn that someone may be badly hurt and the city may face a damage suit.
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Ott’s
Guenther’s
Boston Cafe
Espenschied & Hughes
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Promises Fast Pile Healing
The notice endorses DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as a quick permanent remedy for piles and warns against counterfeit products from W. E. Bard Drug Co.
Farming Venture by Two Boys Near DeSoto
The Olathe Mirror reports a farming venture where W. S. Morse rented thirty two acres near DeSoto to his two sons for potato cultivation. The project underscores a successful family farm effort in the region.
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The
Olathe Mirror
DeSoto
W. S. Morse
Banner Salve Healing Sores and Ulcers Claim
Advertisement notes Banner Salve quickly cures ulcers sores scalds and piles and promotes it as the world’s most healing medicine available at all druggists.
Weather cue links peaches and corn in Kansas
The article notes that Kansas weather need not resemble a single pattern for peaches and corn to thrive. It suggests peaches and alfalfa grow with similar conditions, implying flexible climate impacts on crops.
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Kansas
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve Endorsed for First Aid
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve should be promptly applied to cuts burns and scalds. It soothes and quickly heals the injured part. There are counterfeit versions, buy only DeWitt's from W. E. Bard Drug Co.
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DeWitt
W. E. Bard Drug Co
Santa Fe Railroad to Manufacture Ice at Division Points
The Santa Fe will start manufacturing ice for its own use at division points while continuing to cut ice in all towns along its routes.
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The
Santa Fe
Quality footwear at 98c or $1.50 per pair
We offer each pair at 98 cents or 1.50 dollars as the best value for the price. Our fit emphasizes hand conformity to ensure a comfortable silhouette.
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