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Newspaper
Dermott News
Location
Dermott, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1916
Page
4
Prominent listing describes 14 parcels for cultivation with good fencing, road access, drainage, and well drained sites priced at 42 to 25 dollars per acre. Offers include cash balance terms and mortgages with monthly payments. Additional parcels offer dense drainage improvements and farm land development near Dermott with similar pricing and use.
The Dermott Drainage District and Dermott in Chiewt County lie in the delta with vast agricultural lands ready for cultivation. Dermott boasts water and light utilities, a growing drain system, three schools, mills, cotton houses, a passenger station, two newspapers, and extensive cement walks and railroad access. Contact the Board of Trade or Dermott News for investment facts.
A contusion follows a fire alarm in Dermott prompts advocating a townwide alarm system by the power plant. Knowledge of the fire sector would save time for residents and aid firefighting. A Ward based code using whistles and blasts is proposed to indicate location and urgency.
Orr Hardware Company held a Majestic Range demonstration at their store all last week led by factory representative Mr Tinkley. Afternoon samples of coffee and hot biscuits baked in a Majestic oven drew crowds, with Tuesday marked as children’s day and a large turnout Friday for the cake event. A 18 inch by 6 inch cake and a long bread board centerpiece drew even more attention as bakers prepared and served slices to attendees.
The message to Democratic voters expresses gratitude for support in the Seventh Congressional District. It notes enduring effort by HAMMEL and a partner, praising continued public service amid political contests. Dated April 28, 1918 in Washington.
A Dermott article urges town mothers to attend the Mother's Day service at the Presbyterian church on the second Sunday in May. The plan includes transportation for infirm mothers, a special musical program, and reminders to honor mothers with visits or letters.
A church message urges turning to Jesus for life’s unsolved issues and legal troubles rather than relying on professionals. The article references next Sunday services at the local church with morning and evening offerings and emphasizes prayer and communal support.
The Mission Board urges pastors and churches to use traveling missionaries where needed. Meetings should be arranged soon with the missionaries, who can be reached by mail at the addresses listed above. Compere Secretary of Mission Board.
Items of interest among colored people listed for sale and trade at local stores and homes. Offers include clothes at Cohen's and tailored garments, farm implements, a horse and mule team, a Wiley disc cultivator, and various harnesses. Notices mention marriages, travel, church events, Pay-Up-Week and local commerce updates in Dermott areas.
The notice lists a Sunday program titled for next week with scripture readings and meditation, promising guided worship and heavenly life themes. It mentions speakers Harry Courtney Isaiah 1394 and Mrs WS Thained, plus reading sessions and a rest day emphasis. The text also references Delaney and Dermott Hard & Furn Co for contact details.
The Epworth League outlines a Sunday program featuring a talent consecration scriptural lesson from Math 25 14-30. Leader George Adams Crenshaw is listed with Miss Bessie Mirtis Mrs Belser and Henry Live as participants. Music and discussion components include a focus on developing talents and the teaching program led by Mark Evaris and Lewirue Renedretion.
At an Assernational Mission Board meeting Bartholomew Association elected three missionaries to expand coverage. Debated costs but organizers expect greater results from increasing the number of workers. One address listed is Hartung Arkansas and Quachita College graduate noted.
A bold claim touts a spray named Dead Quek as the sole reliable product to kill bedbugs ants teas mites and plant insects. The item is advertised as genuine and available at Bordeaux's Drug Store and Hanchey's Drug Store in Der mott.
This notice combines a warning order from Chicot Chancery Court against Hugh Hardin and a proposed amendment to the Arkansas State Constitution No. 14. It outlines tax and bridge funding authority for county courts, approval processes, and election timing. The document cites February 1900s era dates, secretary signatures and public filing details.
Little James Bennett, age five, son of Mr and Mrs G Bennett, was seriously injured Friday afternoon while walking near the railroad with his skull fractured after being struck by a westbound passenger train. He was taken to a hospital and showed signs of improvement and was to be sent home later that day.
A statement from the Slater Fund outlines disbursements for the Dermott Colored Public School Domestic Science and Vocational Training Department. Items include printing and postage costs, kitchen equipment, stove and kitchen supplies, soap and distilling notes, with trustee Barnett mentioned as overseeing.
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