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Newspaper
Sedalia Weekly Democrat
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1918
Page
3
The article notes many veterans return to cities without work or plans. A Pettis county free employment bureau, under the U S Department of Labor, aims to help ex-soldiers find suitable work. It warns against aimless urban drift and urges home town roots with guided education if a larger future is sought.
President Wilson visited the tomb of Lafayette in Paris during the peace conference, placing a wreath with a note of gratitude. He chose a quiet, private gesture over public ceremony, accompanied only by a U.S. general, a security official, and a French aide. The act aims to heighten mutual respect between France and the United States.
The piece argues neglect of children stems from parental work realities. It notes many fathers in mills or stores leave kids at home under limited supervision, risking burns, accidents, and street danger as mothers struggle to provide care and prevent mischief.
The piece argues daily bread as life’s first need and praises day nurseries like Melita for supporting working mothers. It urges neighbors to prevent children from street risks and notes wage pressures amid postwar economics and public interest in leaders reacting to President Wilson.
Kansas City live stock market reports cattle receipts around ?.000 with a strong tone. Prime fed steers bring 18.00 to 20.00 dressed beef steers 13.00 to 18.00. Cows and heifers 7.00 to 14.50, stockers 7.50 to 16.00, bulls 7.00 to 9.50, calves 3.00 to 7.00. Hogs receipts 2,500, market 16c higher. heavy 17.00 to 17.55, packers and butchers 17.25 to 17.60, light 17.00 to 17.40.
Mrs. Clay Fry of Ferguson Station Missouri praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy in a testimonial, saying it helps her children when croppy symptoms appear and relieves chest colds after a few doses, with rapid relief after a few days.
St Louis market reports cattle receipts around 3000 with native steers 11.50 to 18.50, cows and heifers 9.50 to 16.00, calves 7.75 to 17.50. Hog receipts 13000 with hogs at 16.50 to 17.40, mixed 17.25 to 17.65, heavy 17.45 to 17.75.
Wheat receipts total 75 cars with No 1 hard at 2.28 to 2.30, No 2 at 2.25 to 2.27, No 1 red 2.33 and No 2 at 2.31 to 2.32. Corn values range No 2 mixed 1.52 to 1.54, No 3 1.50 to 1.52, No 2 white 1.52 to 1.54, No 5 1.50 to 1.52. Oats No 2 white 7 to 14c, No 2 mixed 7 4c. Rye 1.48 to 1.49. Hay steady with choice timothy 28.40 to 28.50 and choice prairie 27.50 to 28.50. Grain closes: corn for January 1.48, February 1.465, March 1.42 4, April 1.415, May 1.401.
Kansas City Missouri December 26 price report notes butter firsts at 601/2 cents, seconds 58 1/2 cents, packing 41 cents. Eyes firsts 61 cents, seconds 49 cents.
W H from 63 Myrtle Ave Albany New York writes that kidney pills relieved his rundown weakness and he endorses Foley Kidney Pills. The letter claims the pills did the work and invites use of his name for promotion by W E Bat Co Drug Co.
The commanding general lists casualties: Killed in action 274, died of wounds 206, died of accidents and other causes 18, aircraft deaths 9, died of disease 144, wounded severely 612, wounded undetermined 18, missing in action 299, total 1,580. From Central Missouri: died of wounds five names including Bernie Thomas and Chester Emerson Osceola, Allen Farris Versailles. earlier list shows totals 1,474 with missing in action 353. From Central Missouri: missing Peter Mallott Lexington. wounded severely Wesley Hogan Marshall previously reported missing.
A December 20 meeting of the Knights of Columbus in the lodge hall features Rev Fr Quinn delivering a lecture style address. Also speaking are Rev Fr S J Neiberg and Rev Fr M X Jennings. Afterward refreshments and a smoke are planned with attendees in uniform who have served in the army or navy.
Washington discusses Attorney General Gregory's view that the ten day period to sign or veto begins only after engrossed copies reach the president. Measures sent to Paris for Europe trip access are routed to keep two to three days for action. No minor bills signed yet. Also lists real estate deeds filed in Recorder office for week ending December 24, 1918, with transfers across Sedalia and surrounding townships.
Washington reports Congress began its Christmas recess as senate and house committees suspend work for holidays. The rivers and harbors bill debate stalled by lack of quorum, with war revenue bill conferences planned to start around January 2.
At least three people are dead and fifty injured as an explosion destroys the shell loading building at the J. D. Wise munition plant in Watertown New York this afternoon.
Advertisement promotes Chamberlain Tablets claiming they improve digestion when taken after meals. It urges taking one tablet after each meal to ensure a pleasurable dining experience. The copy emphasizes moderation and timely action within five hours of eating.
A property listing notes a parcel on the north side Cooper Street between Missouri and Grand Avenue with a value of $1,000. The brief item records the street location and price in a concise local notice.
J. W. Peck of Coraopolis Pennsylvania suffered severe pain and could not lie down at night. After trying three doctors he started Foley Kidney Pills three weeks ago and notes real improvement in his condition. The ad promotes Foley Kidney Pills for kidney bladder trouble backache and rheumatism. W. E. Gard Drug Co backs the product.
Superintendent J M Ward is organizing the Pettis county free employment bureau to recruit qualified men for several positions paying $5 000 a year. Farmers and citizens are urged to return the mailed questionnaires promptly and to report potential openings for returning soldiers, war workers, or other idle persons to Ward.
Lieut. Job Harned, infantry, arrived Tuesday from Camp PikeArk. He has received his discharge and will reside at his father Ben W. Harned’s home northeast of the city.
Mayor Baumgartner ends Thanksgiving era influenza controls as Sedalia reports only twenty quarantines and no new flu cases. The city formerly barred children 15 and under from amusements and downtown shopping, with broad parental cooperation.
A Spokane reader Mary Kisby shares how Foley's Honey and Tar eased her five year old and her own stubborn cough from la grippe. The letter cites experiences of old and young suffering flu symptoms and endorses the product from W. E. Bard Drug Co.
A Christmas morning tale follows a couple as they flee their cold home to catch a train. Delays, frostbound engines, and a slow lull into noon mark the trip before they finally depart for a delayed turkey dinner despite a tense exchange with an acquaintance.
A record of forces with totals 2144 and 2158, listing killed in action and wounded. Notable entries include Corporal John Hurley Holden died of disease and wounded severely John M Jibbs Windsor plus Frank True Armstrong Sedalia and Elmer JF Riley also Sedalia. An early list notes Alba H. Sisk Sedalia among the wounded degree undetermined.
Steve Smith a farmer southwest of Lamonte pleaded guilty to driving a motor car while intoxicated after his car collided with a buggy driven by Mrs Henry Brunckhorst on Main street and Lamine avenue. The buggy was damaged and Smith paid the damage. he was fined 25 dollars plus costs. Smith fled the scene and wrecked his car at Park avenue after the crash and was arrested at the scene by Patrolman W H Pfeiffer.
Henry Walter Buss of Golden NL and Fredia Ethel Meints of Sedalia obtained marriage licenses.
Ernest William Schroeder and Nellie Cronic are listed in a Sedalia records notice. The brief identifies both individuals as residents of Sedalia.
A. A. Hough of 732 East Fourth Street fractured his right wrist when the car backfired while he cranked the engine on Christmas morning. The force of the crank struck him, causing the injury.
Washington December 24 The War Department announced the dismissal from the army of Captain Sam Bucklew who was convicted of converting to his own use fifteen hundred dollars contributed by civilians at Camp Funston Kas for a colored soldiers community house there
Physicians urge complete isolation for those with bad colds to prevent spread through families and associates. They warn colds are highly contagious and recommend Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as an effective aid to cure a cold quickly.
Sixteen Sedalia newsboys and messengers attended a Christmas dinner at Robinsons European hotel. After a brief meal the boys enjoyed desserts and the host J A Robinson was praised for his generosity, earning the title Santa Claus for his annual gift.
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