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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1901
Page
2
A collection of pointed aphorisms and wry observations spans themes of laziness honesty luck and social pretensions. Notes reference profit fashion punctuality and human folly with sharp one liners and playful paradoxes.
Digest surveys court rulings on suspending criminal sentences and incontestable life insurance clauses. Neal v state denies judge power to suspend a sentence. Patterson v Natural Premium Mutual Sloan Ins covers suicide policy wording. Massachusetts Benevolent Loan Assoc v Robison upholds three year contestable period for misrepresentation. Ramspeck v Patillo bars agent double duty. Clement v New York Life supports incontestability after one year though may affect fraud and wagering issues. An extensive note accompanies the incontestable life policy discussion.
A playful antique style verse on bicycles, noting a rider’s misdirection when a wheel bends the path. It parries blame from the master, claims no two days are alike on the road, and extols a bicycle’s surprising versatility from climbing a tree to weathering conflicts.
Senator Sorglum declares loyalty a great character trait while acknowledging shifts in stance. He explains his "tremendous" loyalty lasts as long as aligned political interests remain intact, then sticks to a fallen ally like a brother no longer.
A Dixon girl is arrested on a charge of using cancelled postage stamps. Authorities report the case involves alleged stamp fraud with seized items and ongoing investigation by local police.
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve is urged for cuts burns and scalds claiming quick healing. The ad warns of counterfeit products and directs buyers to obtain DeWitts from W. E. Bard Drug Co. for authenticity.
The Maryville Pickering line construction will be completed soon. The advertisement claims the project increases human energy and makes soldiers of weak men, promoting Rocky Mountain Tea as a remedy priced at 35 cents. Drugstores are advised to stock it.
A new hotel in Columbia is proposed with a construction cost of 35000 dollars. The project outlines a modern facility to be built in the city, with officials confirming funding and expected completion dates.
Several young men complain they have no steady girl as plans are ruined by sick headaches. The ad promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin claiming cure for stomach trouble and sick headache. Arlington Pharmacy signs off.
The Jefferson City Republican reports that a recent drought nearly wiped out snakes and insects in Missouri. Local observers note drastic reductions in populations and caution for ecological impact.
The Jamesport Gazette editor disclosed a personal quirk noting he has only one suit of clothes. The remark surfaced in a public notice-like boast reflecting on his attire and profession.
A quip notes William has 250 suits, counting 249 more than “we” have. The joke underscores scarcity in dialogue about attire and status among observers.
A Mr F L Taylor of New Albany Bradford County Pa recounts using Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy to complete a bicycle trip after sudden diarrhoea and later to recover from a dysentery attack. He credits one dose to cure him both times. Sold by Mertz Hale Kaufman and Smith.
Good rains have fallen in Kansas and the ground is in good condition for wheat sowing now in progress.
An ad states dyspepsia cannot be cured by dieting alone and promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as containing natural digestants that help digest all foods, restore nourishment, and improve health, strength, blood, and appetite. The pitch is from W. E. Bard Drug Co.
Governor Stanley sent to Missouri to buy an eight hundred dollar grand piano for the executive mansion amid a loud protest from Kansas dealers.
An advertisement claims Botanic Blood Balm cures eczema and itching by purifying blood. It states internal use kills humors causing skin sores and pains, offers a free trial by mail from Atlanta, Ga, and free medical advice until cured. Product priced at $1 in drug stores with prepaid shipment.
Politics in Johnson County remain heated a week before the upcoming election with strong activity and renewed campaigning. The scene reflects typical last minute mobilization as voters prepare to cast ballots.
Mr G A Stillman of Tampico Illinois reports Foley's Kidney Cure as highly successful in curing cases doctors called incurable. He testifies to personal health improvement, stating his face is a living picture of health. All druggists carry Foley's Kidney Cure.
Lost ladies Eton jacket lavender silk lining. Return to C H marble works and receive reward.
Customers urged to visit Bogar's for the latest fall millinery styles. Call 317 Ohio for details and store hours.
Wanted to buy for 36 days all household goods for Oklahoma market. Good prices paid for second hand goods. Call 213 West Main. Telephone 364. Get our prices on billiard and pool tables before buying elsewhere with easy payments. Cushions guaranteed twenty years by vulcanizing process. Old tables fitted with cushions as good as new, satisfaction guaranteed or money refunded. See advertisement of Manager Wanted for lawful slot machine. Palmer Billiard Table Works Chicago Ill.
FOR RENT 1018 Massachusetts St eight rooms upper and lower halls freshly papered and painted Good barn and carriage house fine shade.
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