Mines and mills expand near Baxter Springs Oklahoma
The Merrill Mining Company advances with two 400 ton mills and rapid shaft work on 120 acres southwest of Baxter Springs. Drill results show lead and zinc faces up to 23 feet with 12 percent assays. a company lodge and worker housing are planned on site along with ongoing development by Lucky O. K. Mining and several other operators in the Baxter field.
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Merrill Mining Company
Baxter Springs
Oklahoma
Sequoah
Acme Mining Company
Water and Light Plant Upgrades Under Way in City
A general improvement program for the water and light plant is moving forward pending a new franchise. A big motor and larger generator will be installed in two weeks, poles are being set from Riverton to Baxter Springs, and new poles will be placed in alleys. The gas engines will be removed and electric motors installed to reduce noise, with continued use of current facilities to meet demand.
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Empire
Riverton
Baxter Springs
Hee
Paul Spratt
Kansas
Ee Inc
Knitting for Navy Boys Comfort at Bax ter Springs
The Navy League unit of Baxter Springs met with Mrs. A. E. Pfremmer on July 2 to knit mufflers and eye bandages for the battleship Kansas. Wool and patterns with full instructions are available from Mrs. M. E. Reddy at no charge. The next League meeting is set for July 9 at Mrs. R. C. Wear’s home.
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Navy League
Baxter Springs
A. E. Pfremmer
Navy
League
M. E. Reddy
Kansas
R.C. Wear
Lucky Jack mine mill to be built near Farmington Mo
At the Lucky Jack site a mill will be built with E J McKinney S Grant and Evans of Farmington Mo. The operation plans 40 acres at Hockerville with 18 holes in a circle and seven more in another similar trench. The mill should be ready in 70 days and 17 drill holes have been sunk on a 17.5 acre tract as part of the development.
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Lucky Jack
E. J. McKinney
S. Grant, Evans
Farmington, Mo
Cone and Pony
Hockerville
Faas
New Warehouse Plans For Storefront Expansion
A double deck warehouse addition is proposed behind the store. The projected size includes 18 and 40 foot sections. The estimated cost is about 2600 dollars.
Ore Strike Deepens in Lower Strata Near Hartley Place
Report from the south part of the city notes steady ore findings as drilling on the Hartley property reaches 115 feet and continues to 263 feet. A 70 foot face ore was found at 115 feet, and a richer strike appeared at 250 feet with the bore still within ore at 263 feet.
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Cene Aas Mede
R. F. Hartley
To Revive Military Road Petition Circulated in Baxter
A Baxter petition aims to secure state attention for the old Mil road, seeking parity with other routes. The road, described as from Ft. Leavenworth to Ft. Gibson, is noted as political and in need of support to revive its status.
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Baxter
Ft. Leavenworth
Ft. Gibson
Notice to Debtors: Sold 8, P. Schaefer
Debtor notice states that 8 units or items have been sold under authority to P. Schaefer. The document serves as a public record of sale and directs recipients to settle or acknowledge the transaction accordingly.
Sewer Plans Up For Approval In Baxter Springs
Plans and specifications for city sewers have been submitted to the state board of health for approval. Once approved, bids will be invited for construction. Mr. Moore of Joplin is believed to have prepared the plans. If awarded, sewers will extend to alleys and improve the business district’s sanitation. The council also addressed present curb conditions and issued notices to property owners. The Luckey Jack Show Company was granted a license, while an animal fortyniner was not allowed.
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Baxter Springs
State Board of Health
Hads
Moore
Joplin
Topeka
Ing Plana
Specificatiina
Ee Street
Council
Wright
Luckey Jack Show Company
Woman Burns Hands Saving Child From July 4 Fire
Mrs Nial Wagner suffered serious burns to both hands while rescuing her four year old daughter Ruth from flames that consumed the child’s dress. Ruth’s injuries are minor except for extensive burns over most of her body. The fire likely started from matches the child played with. The mother tended to the child and herself, then returned to care for Ruth in bed. The family, recent arrivals to Baxter Springs, has won local sympathy for Ruth, nicknamed the “little sweet patient girl.”
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Nial Wagner
Ruth
le Ruth
New Mining Office The Lucky O K Mining Company In Baxter
The Lucky O K Mining Company will occupy two rooms in the second floor of the Baxter building as its new office space. The move signals expansion and a commitment to local operations with management and staff planning to relocate this month.
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Lucky O. K. Mining Company
Baxter
Barr Mine Opens West of Blue Sound Under Vin Zine Ownership
The Barr mine west of the Blue Sound, owned by Vin Zine, shows continuous ore holes with lead and zinc. Assays indicate an average grade of ten percent, suggesting potential for profitable extraction and expansion of mining activity in the area.
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Barr
Blue Sound
Vin Zine Company
Apacity
Red Cross Campaign Aims to Build City Membership
Baxter Springs launches a Red Cross membership drive with ward captains coordinating committees. Mrs. Bates reports Columbus plans too limited. Baxter aims for 3,000 to 4,000 members this month, each receiving a campaign button as contributions roll in.
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Red Cross
Eachoan Springs
Red Cross Society
Toda
Mollie S
Grace Perkins
Zela T
Scottie Nichols
Prae
Sween
Fey Sheee
Aed James
Eer
Sar Kelsey
Hazel Goodwin
Merton Goodeagle
James Simmons
J Ine Aeson
J. W. Kalten
Gretchen Bilhart
Hocker
Geo
Kelsey
Mae Jae
Pais
Santiaean
R. B. Bates
Columbus
Case
Baxter
Perkins Family Visit Highlights Local Land Affair
L. M. Perkins Jr. and his father were noted visiting land parcels, with remarks about ownership and a discussion of family holdings. The report mentions Frank ile and local ties, indicating ongoing interest in acreage and family legacy.
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L. M. Perkins, Jr
L. M. Perkins
Frank
Chautauqua Support Follows Broad Community Backing
The article notes strong community backing for this year’s Chautauqua event with over 25 guarantors and several donations, some as low as $2.00. It underscores the event’s goal to benefit life and well being in the community, with turnout and appeal described as robust for the period.
Uncle Sam’s Small Army On American Soil Aided Allies
A fragment recalls 140 years ago when American forces fought on home soil and sent aid to allies. It notes debt reduction efforts and the desire to honor the original principal while stressing the contribution of the small vanguard.
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Sam
Hia
Funeral attendance and return noted after absence
A person says they spent nights a week ago to attend the funeral and returned last night, recounting the trip and their movements during and after the service.
Studebaker Claim Man and Crew in Kansas Incident
Studebaker claim man H. A. Brewer and a squad of five Kansas mechanics faced issues over pay and vehicle supplies amid a dispute about car needs. The fragmented text mentions a lawsuit or claim related to auto parts or wages.
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H. A. Brewer
Studebaker Auto
Kansas
Cipra Joe Tiink
Baseball Baxter Defeats Galena In Nine Inning win
Baxter again won from Galena with a 19 to 0 score. Lou Gere and Qay Eee contributed to the victory as Baxter bats dominated the Galena pitchers. The next game is Sunday at home against Oswego.
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Baxter
Galena
Lou Gere Qay Eee
E . Baxter
Allo
Oswego
Lot Brings Good Price for South City Plot
A buyer paid cash for the first lot south of the company’s site. The 25 by 142 foot parcel, purchased from Besemalar ora, is expected to host a building.
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Cof Besemalar Ora
S Antes Co
Ship and Singer Deliveries Prompt Care in Tony's Note
A garbled note reports a shipment of a singer machine and a person named Tony to oversee Pome. Details are unclear due to transcription errors but indicate a delivery and a caretaker role connected to Tony.
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Machina
Tony
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L. B. Brewster
American Metal Company
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J. C. Goodwin
John Cooper
Goodwin Mill
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