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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1902
Page
2
A peculiar clock in a small western town uses a geyser as its mechanism. The geyser erupts a tall column of hot water every 38 seconds, moving a lever and turning the clock hands with precise timing. The device consists only of a face, hands, and a lever connected to the geyser.
An advertisement touts Kodoi as a universal stomach cleanser purifyer and purifier that cures indigestion dyspepsia and stomach troubles. It claims the tonic rebuilds strength aids nourishment and cites a testimonial from Rev J H Holladay and a endorsement by W E Bard Drug Co.
The report recalls Senator Pettus eighty one writing at his desk during Senator Spooner's Philippine speech. Pettus stood and read the manuscript aloud after a bystander asked what he was drafting. The scene shows Pettus composing an answer to Spooner while listening to him.
All hunting and shooting is forbidden on the Barrett farm west of the city limits. Signed S. G. Mason.
For rent furnished rooms with electric lights and city steam heat in the Ferguson building at the northeast corner of Fourth and Oho. Terms are reasonable. Apply to Bente and Wilson.
Ladies urged to have skirts cleaned dyed or pressed at the Sedalia Steam Dye Works located at 219 South Lamine Street. All work guaranteed. Phone Q C No 3516.
Help wanted notice offering $50 a month salary. Contact 418 Lamine Street opposite courthouse. Mon arch Co.
For sale twenty acres of cane offered by C R Gentry in the city. Boy wanted steady job for an intelligent colored boy or young man. Address L R care of Sentinel.
Two mares in good condition are for sale along with a large grocery wagon two harness sets and one buggy. Listing at 411 East Sixth Street by H. F. Coleman.
An old drugstore promotion touts Rocky Mountain Tea as a remedy for spring and fall fatigue. The ad notes a price of 35 cents and credits W. E. Bard Drug Co. with the sale.
Rakes hay loaders and presses offered by Queen City Implement at 214 East Second Street.
An Alabama advertisement touts Botanic Blood Balm as curing cancer of the nose and face and other blood disorders. Claims include numerous cured cases such as Mrs M L Adams of Fredonia and Mrs B M Guerney of Warrior Stand. The ad promises eczema scabies ulcers and blood poisoning relief and offers a one dollar bottle with free prepaid samples by mail from the Blood Balm Co Atlanta.
A Philadelphia mayor entertained Harrisburg delegates in city hall and joked about a two week stay in Harrisburg. The anecdote highlights his cordial welcome as visitors left, with a quip about an afternoon in Harrisburg. Summer colds are warned as persistent and one minute cough cure promoted for quick relief.
The Stanley Coal Co urges buyers to stock up before winter prices rise and fuel runs short. With cold weather approaching, homeowners should prepare now to avoid shortages or higher costs at the coal yard on East Second Street.
A short notice highlights the finest line of buggies available in Sedalia at Queen City Implement Company located on 214 East Second Street, inviting local customers to view the selection.
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