Deskins, Margarett M., 1845 1929, North Salem
Margarett M. Deskins died March 7 1929 at her home near North Salem Holmes County Ohio born September 20 1845 daughter of Levi and Elizabeth Hudson moved to Missouri 1864 married Stephen R. Deskins had nine children four predeceased. She was active in the North Salem Methodist Church survived by five children eighteen grandchildren six great grandchildren and three sisters. Funeral at North Salem with many mourners her husband buried beside her.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margarett M. Deskins
Levi
Elizabeth Hudson
Holmes County
Ohio
North Salem
Missouri
Owasco
Sullivan County
Stephen R. Deskins
Methodist Church
J. O. Knudson
St. Louis
Elizabeth Clark
Addah Howe
Los Angeles
Calif
Cods
Card of Thanks for Sympathy and Support
We express gratitude to friends for kindness and sympathy shown during the illness and death of our beloved mother. Signed by Charles H. Deskins, Fred M. Deskins, Harry E. Deskins, Irl R. Deskins, Mrs. Willie Dodge, and Mrs. Walter Head.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles H. Deskins
Fred M. Deskins
Harry E. Deskins
Irl R. Deskins
Willie Dodge
Walter Head
Tax collection percentages by township in Linn County
County Clerk lists settlements made Monday and Tuesday with the county court. Inspectors report high performance with several collectors above 95 percent including Locust Creek 96.4 by Mattie Bowyer Benton 96.1 Zella Woodworth and Parson Creek 95.8 Delpha Henry. Other townships range from 83.3 to 91.1 percent.
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Linn County
Zella Woodworth
Benton
Mattie Bowyer
Locust Creek
Baker Township
Guy W
START BLIGHT CONTROL NOW
Growing season guidance on preventing fire blight through winter pruning and burning of hold-over growth on apple and pear trees. Practical steps emphasized for orchard care and disease management.
Fire blight control urged for orchards in winter
Missouri College of Agriculture experts urge winter measures to stop fire blight in apples and pears. Pruning out cankers, burning infected wood, insect control, and selecting resistant varieties are key, with circular 137 outlining full control directions.
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Missouri College of Agriculture
T. J. Talbert
February a Big Month for Linn County Farm Folk
County Agent Hall reports February as a busy month with 31 meetings over 24 working days and 1670 in attendance. Delegates from all school districts attended conferences to plan a productive year, with 1500 attending community meetings late January and February. Local leaders held 15 meetings on February 15 to discuss the 1929 farm outlook, setting Farm Bureau work for planned March activity.
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Linn
New Boston
Farm Bureau
Benton township Democratic meeting in Purdin
Democratic voters of Benton township will meet in Purdin on Saturday March 16 at 1 o clock PM to nominate a ticket for township offices. H G Johnson, Mrs W J Street, Mrs Clara Gooch, J R Williams, Committee.
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Benton Township
Purdin
H. G. Johnson
W. J. Street
Clara Gooch
J. R. Williams
School teaches pupils street safety through reminders
Teachers in our schools have educated pupils about dangers in the streets. The average child now looks both ways before crossing to check for approaching cars, a result of frequent classroom reminders.
Rail safety urged as 305 killed and 674 injured near tracks
An appeal to teachers and parents cites 1928 government figures showing 305 children killed and 674 injured around railroad tracks. It warns against walking on tracks hopping trains and crossing at nonpublic points, urging safety lessons and careful crossing habits. Local names and businesses are listed.
Road Work Contracts Set For March Hearings
One of the largest road construction contract settings since the State Highway Department will be held March 15 with bids expected to total over 4 million dollars. The plan covers 78 projects in 31 counties and 38 bridge contracts. The Highway Commission set March 12 13 and 14 for delegations to present claims for road additions to the state system.
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State Highway Department
The
Highway Commission
Spelling Contest Set for Brookfield New Adams School
The Linn County spelling contest will be held at Brookfield New Adams School on Saturday March 23 starting at 1 pm. Winners in High School Elementary and Rural divisions may advance to the District Contest at Kirksville on Saturday April 6. J F Hortenstine.
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Linn County
Brookfield
New Adams School
Kirksville
J. F. Hortenstine
Robinsons Move to Kansas City After Salesman Post
Mr and Mrs D A Robinson left Tuesday for Kansas City where they will reside temporarily. Robinson was manager of the Long Bell Lumber Co here until recently when he took a salesman position. They leave many friends who wish them success in their new home. Robinson’s successor is Leonard Jordan of Clinton Oklahoma a highly recommended young man.
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D. A. Robinson
Kansas City
Robinson
Long-Bell Lumber Co
Leonard Jordan
Clinton
Oklahoma
Drawing March 16 Prizes Listed for Ticket Purchases
A drawing to be held Saturday March 16 at 3 o'clock offers prizes of 15 dollars for first, 7.50 for second, and 2.50 for third. Ticket purchasers must be present when their names are called to win. Participating merchants include Browning Farm Club Browning Bakery Farmers Store W P Nickell H W Dickinson Ow Pharmacy and others.
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Browning Farm Club
W. P. Nickell
Browning Bakery
Farmers Store
Mr and Mrs Adams Entertain Guests For Sunday Dinner
Entertained guests Sunday March 10 at one o clock including Mr and Mrs W H Dickinson Mr and Mrs Maurice Lantz Mr and Mrs W F Peters Mrs Josie Jones and Mrs Jennie Epperson. Guests departed at a late hour declaring the Adams ideal entertainers.
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Guy Adams
W. H. Dickinson
Maurice Lantz
W. F. Peters
Josie Jones
Jennie Epperson
Mrs. Adams
Camp Fire sisters honored with Thursday party
Miss Dorothy Bickel and Frances Bundridge hosted a party for the Camp Fire sisters last Thursday night. Guests enjoyed party games and cake and ice cream, then departed hopeful for another gathering with attendees including Kathaleen Hooker and several others.
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Dorothy Bickel
Frances Bundridge
Camp Fire
Miss Bickel
Kathaleen Hooker
Merril Peterson
Elma Coon
Asa Badger
Frances Baker
Edgar Hoselton
Alma Cotter
Veil Atkins
Edith Dickinson
Ovid Atkins
Beverly Duncan
Harvey F. Dickinson
Marjorie Stufflebean
Basil Lay
Imogene Smith
Jimmie Robinson
AnaBel
Atkins Earl Nickell and Prather Family Notice
Mr and Mrs George Prather announce Earl Nickell Atkins in a family notice with related details about the Prather household.
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Atkins
Earl Nickell
Mrs
George Prather
Mr and Mrs Harvey Host Sunday Dinner
Mr and Mrs J B Harvey entertained guests on Sunday March 10 with a one o clock dinner. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Ben Alexander of Purdin Mr and Mrs John Harvey of Linneus and Mr and Mrs Jack Myers of Purdin. Guests praised the day and departed after pleasant conversation.
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J. B. Harvey
Slats Diary Reveals Odd Weekend Misfortunes
A child's diary entries recount a rash act with candy causing illness, a remark about marriage, Emmy's worry over water, a shopping mishap with a lamp shade, and a late night talk of a medium. The tone mixes small-town humor with everyday troubles across a week.
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Mrs. Margaret Deskins
Save
Southerland
F. L. Piswell
L. O. Wykoff
L. W. Hummel
Mattie Turner
Blanche Clements
F. M. Stamper
Peterson Bros
E. R. Carter
P. P. Kollasch
Cons. Ind. Oil Co
J. J. Smith
Isaac Bradshaw
Browning Motor Co
H. H. Dunkin
Browning Drug Co
Creason’s
Mary
Emmy
Munday
Jakes
Teasday
Ant Emmy
Windo
Parris
Wensday
General Motors
Alfred P. Sloan, Jr
Fisher Body
Chevrolet
Cadillac
LaSalle
Buick
Oldsmobile
Oakland
Pontiac
Ress
Cne
Detroit
General Motors Institution
Dept. A
Detroit, Mich
Carland
Delco
Geveral Meters
Sastern
WEAF
Associated Radio
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