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Newspaper
Hayti Herald
Location
Hayti, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1920
Page
1
A Missouri editor reprints a superintendent J R English note urging local funding for schools and arguing for constitutional tax reforms. He cites Ozark county and Pemiscot county finance figures, noting disparities in state aid and urging self-help over reliance on others.
Members of the JHayti township unit in Pemiscot County Farm Bureau will hold a meeting at Hayti High School auditorium at three o clock Saturday afternoon. Important farmer interests will be discussed and all members urged to attend. W. G. Hagemann, President.
Mr and Mrs Vince Moore and family of Caruthersville were on Har ti Sunday visiting relatives. Volle and organdie dresses for girls, at Buckleys.
The county and Ozark levy rates show Pemiscot at $2.10 maximum tax and Ozark at 6.65¢. State aid to Pemiscot schools totals 406 while Ozark receives 4084.64, with Pemiscot teachers earning 682 vs Ozark teachers at 900. J R English urges reform and urges counties to pay their own bills rather than rely on state aid.
This account traces Pompeii from its ancient Oscan roots through Roman rule and Greek to Roman architectural shifts. It notes a population of roughly 30,000 to 50,000, its 160 acre footprint, two thirds unearthed, and the 1748 rediscovery leading to excavation under the Neapolitan crown.
Mrs Helm signs a contract for next year preserving most Grammar School teachers. Miss Bay, who declined to return, is the sole exception. Bay faced a difficult year and was the only inexperienced teacher, though her work remained high quality.
Next week features a Baccalaureate sermon on Sunday at 11 a m by Rev Peal a senior music recital Tuesday at p m a n Alumni banquet Wednesday at p m a Grade school graduation with address by Supt Charles G Roses at p m a High School graduation with Prof Menson as speaker Friday at p m a
Prof Benson of the psychology department at Teachers College Cape Girardeau will speak to the high school graduates. Attendance is expected to be high. Geometry final exams were Minnick tests used in North Central States. Class averaged 86 percent. Promotion cards delayed until last day afternoon. No picnicking or loafing. final week to be as valuable as any.
On Saturday afternoon Rev J S Newsom united Miss Effie Mue Laws of Linda and Fred Thornell of this city in a ceremony at about three thirty. Miss Laws, born and raised at Point Pleasant, has lived in Linda and is a niece of local residents Mr and Mrs W P Menatte. Thornell, a promising local man employed by the National Refining Co, has won favor among business interests. The couple left for Memphis Saturday night and returned Sunday. Friends extend best wishes for a happy and prosperous life.
On Wednesday evening the Black and White Minstrel performance was well attended with the house filled before the curtain. People continued to arrive, with standing room exhausted and spectators lingering in the lobby. Hayti has given school entertainments strong community support, more than any town the writer knows.
State Superintendent Baker says examination of the teacher training course graduates will be given sometime later. The report notes that the regular questions went astray in the mails, causing delay and confusion.
Hightill Neifind Furniture Co of Ruthersville Missouri offers wallpaper with prices starting around 712 vents per rail and includes higher grade options for customers seeking premium quality.
The Hayu Herald carries a Democratic ticket announcement for Chas S Reynolds as Pemiscot County Surveyor. Reynolds, a long time resident, is backed by friends who cite his qualifications, trustworthiness, and impartial service if elected. He appeals for voters to consider him at the August primary polls.
Mrs John Jamieson of Hayti Missouri advertises pure bred White Leghorn hens claimed as the world’s best layers. Eggs priced at $1.50 each or $6.50 per 100 with selling details included.
The remark suggests that continued devaluation of victory loans could erode their value, potentially transforming gains into financial losses for lenders and borrowers over time.
A reflective maxim warns that those who judge others now will face scrutiny later, as many peers observe the lone observer. The saying suggests that wisdom needs no further hint and implies social reciprocity in reputation.
Mrs. Mary Curtner was struck and dragged by a Ford driven by Pete Stephens, 14, while entering John Buckley’s delivery truck near her home. She sustained severe bruises and was reported in serious condition. The incident follows earlier editorials warning on children driving in city streets and calls for strict motor-law enforcement by city officials.
The Steele Swampers defeated Hayti 9 to 0 before a large crowd on May 2. Cecil was the winning pitcher with nine strikeouts and two hits allowed. May made a running catch to highlight the game, while Hinchey went 5 for 5 at the plate. Stewart started for Hayti, relieved by Perkins in the second inning. Steele plans a new park soon and hopes to host more games there.
Robert Burkovitz and John Kil lion of Portageville High School came down today in the interest of the school annual which the Herald is publishing further. Wallpaper in the newest designs and patterns. Highfill Neifind Furniture Co Caruthersville. If everybody followed the teachings of the Golden Rule there would be a more equal division of the gold.
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