Atlanta Telegraph Operator Attempts Suicide in Savannah
Charles E. Hicks of Atlanta, a telegraph operator, attempted suicide in Savannah using a corkscrew and a tin can. He cut his throat with the can and swallowed a folding corkscrew, causing internal pain and a stomach lump. He was fined by a police recorder and ordered to leave town within six hours. Hicks departed for Gainesville with the corkscrew still inside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Savannah
Charles E. Hicks
Atlanta
Hicks
Gainesville
Half Hose Fashion Sparks Quiet Debate Across Regions
The piece notes Eastern girls avoid half hose in town while countryside and seaside wearers prefer them. It mentions men’s garters and the comfort of half hose over traditional elastic bands. Some styles feature a folded top with contrasting fabric.
Deception of Medicines and Pierce Promotion
The piece argues against so called blood making tonics and promotes Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a stomach remedy that aids digestion and health. It includes a customer testimonial from W. H. Braswell of McAdenville and advertises The People's Common Sense Medical Adviser with pricing for mail delivery from Buffalo, New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doctor Pierce
W. H. Braswell
McAdenville
Gaston Co
N.C
Common Sense
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo, N. Y
Castle Named Candidate for Representative in Democratic County
The Sentinel announces William J. Castle as a candidate for Representative subject to the Democratic County Convention action.
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The
Sentinel
William J. Castle
Embroidered stockings and skirts spark style debates
The passage notes varied stocking styles with colored heels, ribbed tops, embroidered clocks, monograms, and flag motifs on insteps. It discusses the risk of lifting skirts with half hose, resolved by modest, ground-skimming hemlines. Also included are patent medicine ad mentions and a legal-notice style sworn statement from 1886.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
DeWitts Little Early Risers Promote Liver Health
An old advertisement touts DeWitts Little Early Risers as a safe vegetable tonic for the liver, claiming they expel poison without gripe. W. Scott of Milton Pennsylvania endorses carrying them for years, while W. E. Bard Drug Co. promotes their ease of use.
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DeWitt
W. Scott
Highland Avenue
Milton
W. E. Bard Drug Co
Bruce Barnett Seeks Pettis County Prosecuting Attorney Nomination
The prosecuting attorney Bruce Barnett announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Pettis County Prosecuting Attorney. He states his goal to bring experience and dedication to the office.
C Kelly Announces Candidacy for Pettis Prosecuting Attorney
C Kelly declares candidacy for the Pettis County prosecuting attorney post, subject to the Republican party action. The notice stresses party support as a condition of nomination and emphasizes readiness to serve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Sentinel
C. Kelly
Pettis County
John Cashman Seeks renomination for Pettis County Prosecuting Attorney
John Cashman authorizes the Sentinel to announce his candidacy for renomination for the office of Prosecuting Attorney of Pettis County subject to the decision of the Democratic convention.
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John Cashman
The
Sentinel
Prosecuting Attorney
Pettis County
Probate Judge O E Parsons Seeks Re nomination
Announcement states Judge O E Parsons will seek re nomination for Probate Judge at the Democratic Convention on August 11 1902. The notice highlights his service and request for support from voters in the county.
Hoy Announces Candidacy for Pettis Probate Judge
Thomas P. Hoy authorizes the Sentinel to announce his bid for probate judge of Pettis County, contingent on the Democratic party convention action. He seeks the office through the party's slate and urges voters to support his candidacy.
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Thomas P. Hoy
The
Sentinel
Pettis County
Absent Eleven Years Kirchner Reappears in Baltimore
In 1891 Charles Edward Kirchner disappeared from his Baltimore home at age 13. After years of costly search, he was found today by his brother-in-law, a freight conductor on the B&O Railroad, who identified the tramp as Kirchner near Baldwin. Now a bearded man of 25, he is in a slightly demented state and cannot clearly recall his wanderings.
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Baltimore
Charles Edward Kirchner
United States
Baltimore & Ohio
Baldwin
Kirchner
Summer Remedy and Local Political Notices
A Lan sing Iowa item promotes Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a cure for summer complaints in children. The notice adds druggist availability and warns against paid promotion. The section also announces candidates for Pettis County circuit clerk races from both Republican and Democratic parties, naming James A Robb Charles W Daugherty and Lon Luther.
James H Doyle Declares Candidacy for Probate Judge
James H Doyle announces candidacy for Probate Judge subject to the action of the Democratic convention. He seeks party support to run in the upcoming election.
Asbury Goodknight Seeks Circuit Clerk Run at Democratic Convention
Asbury Goodknight announces candidacy for circuit clerk at the county Democratic convention. The candidate flags clerical duties, voter access and election integrity as priorities.
W. L. Cress Enters Race for Pettis Western District Judge
County announces W. L. Cress as Democratic candidate for judge of the Western District of Pettis County subject to party convention action.
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The
Sentinel
W. L. Cress
Pettis County
Runaway Auto Kills Woman in Pittsburg Park Accident
Mrs R B Ewing of Valparaiso Ind was killed in an automobile accident in Schley park Pittsburg when a loosened screw caused a car to run rampant along a driveway. She fainted from the air rush and fell from the machine.
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Pittsburg
R. B. Ewing
Valpaviso
Ind
Schley Park
Beveridge Silent After Unnamed Setback
A brief note indicates Senator Beveridge is silent and appears to be laid up for repairs after a noted weakness or setback, suggesting a period of rest or recovery.
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Senator Beveridge
Box of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets Ad
Cut this out and take it to any drug store and get a box of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. The best physic. They also correct disorders of the stomach. Price 25 cents.
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Hallid Drug CO
Cleveland
Chamberlain
W L Jones Announces General Transfer Services
W L Jones calls attention to his general transfer business offering coal and wood hauling garbage hauling and moving of all kinds with Queen City No 444 as contact reference.
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W. L. Jones
Queen City No
Candidate R. Wilson Seeks Democratic Convention Support
R. Wilson of Green Ridge township runs as a candidate for judge of the county court in the Western district, subject to the Democratic convention.
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R. Wilson
Green Ridge Township
Lee Looney Seeks Renomination for County Recorder
The county announces Lee Looney as a candidate for renomination for County Recorder, subject to the action of the Democratic convention.
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The
Sentinel
Lee Looney
Emmet B. McCilure Seeks Renomination as Pettis County Collector
Emmet B. McCilure announces his candidacy for renomination to the office of collector of Pettis county subject to the will of the Democratic party.
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The
Sentinel
Emmet B. McCilure
Pettis County
Pettis County Clerk race nominees announced
R. N. Lower seeks the Republican nomination for Pettis County Clerk while Rupert H. Gray runs for renomination representing the Democratic Party at the Pettis County Clerk race convention.
J G Dillard Seeks Re nomination for Sheriff
J G Dillard announces candidacy for re nomination as sheriff at the Democratic convention. The move signals intent to continue law enforcement leadership within the party and county.
James C. Connor Declared Candidate for Seda Lia Township Constable
James C. Connor is announced as a candidate for Constable of Seda Lia Township, contingent on the Democratic party's action. The notice specifies party endorsement as a condition for the candidacy.
James N. Harper Nominated for Sedalia Township Constable
James N. Harper announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination as Constable of Sedalia Township subject to party action.
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The
Sentinel
James N. Harper
Sedalia Township
Seda seeks J L Smith for Justice of the Peace
Announcement promotes J L Smith as a candidate for justice of the peace in Seda. The notice emphasizes the bid and seeks voter support.
Judge N. H. Rogers Seeks Reelection as Justice of the Peace
Judge N H Rogers announces candidacy for re nomination as justice of the peace for Sedalia township subject to the will of the Republican party. The move signals ongoing Republican support in local judicial races.
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The
Sentinel
N. H. Rogers
Sedalia Township
Classified Advertisement Rates and Instructions
The notice outlines classified ad rates for Help Wanted and other categories. It details pricing per word, minimum charges, obituary and resolution limits, space charges, and envelope submission requirements for properly addressed replies.
WANTED Five Young Men for Government Service Posts
Pettis county residents urged to apply to Inter State Corres. Inst. Cedar Rapids IA for positions in government service. Immediate preparation and selection announced by the agency.
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Pettis County
Inter State Corres
Inst
Cedar Rapids, Ta
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W.E. Bard Drug Co
Sedalia, Mo
Oriene
Rene
San Francisco
Cal
W. E. Bard Drug Company
Thomas M. Galey
State of Ohio
Toledo
Lucas
Frank J. Cheney
Cheney & Co
A. W. Gleason
F. J. Cheney & CO
T.c. Hall
Pettis Counci
Bruce Barnett
O. E. Parsons
John Thorpe
Lansing
Iowa
Journal
James A. Robb
Charles W. Daugherty
Lon Luther
Lamonte
James H. Doyle
Asbury Goodknight
County Recorder
R. N. Lower
Republican Party
Rupert H. Gray
J. G. Dillard
James C. Connor
Democratic Party
Justice OF the Peace
J. L. Smith
Help Wanted
West Fourth Street
West Sixth Street
Milo B. Stevens & Co
14Th St
Washington
Bath
West Third Street
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