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Newspaper
Jackson Herald
Location
Jackson, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1907
Page
5
Public notice from Lusk Jackson Missouri dated October 17 1907 confirms post office designation and listing of rates for one year six months and three months with fees stated in dollars and cents.
A short obituary note criticizes editors for publishing lengthy notices for wealthy or influential figures who did not support their county paper. The writer complains editors often publish three line notices at relatives' request, rather than lengthy eulogies for such individuals.
It costs little to own a home here with plots selling from 1000 to 1800 dollars and building lots from 200 to 500 dollars. Building materials are affordable, and capable architects and contractors are ready to meet demand, making home ownership possible for modest means. Honest, self helping men can find support from many locals within reasonable bounds.
The editor of the avenue country newspaper endures censure for unintentional faults and faces accusations of cowardice or foolishness for stance and candor. Yet the piece argues editing is a noble profession where a sincere man can do much good and wield real power for the public good.
The piece argues that teachers endure severe, often unjust criticism from parents and others who rely on unverified reports. It notes that even well trained children slip in manners away from home, and warns against condemning teachers in front of students. It highlights the harm of labeling teachers as mere schoolmarms.
A poetic satire rails at kickers and towns that praised growth while judging the rest. The piece contrasts a heavenly gate lyric with a critique of exclusive towns and boastful leaders, urging room for all who suffer while warning against arrogance and cliquish gatekeeping. It contrasts with an adjacent note from New Idea magazine on blind readers gaining independence through education and work, highlighting progress in training and economic opportunities for the blind.
The article argues churches are powerful, moral guardians in a community. It cites Jesus light and salt metaphors to claim church influence sustains virtue, education, and safety. It notes sin exists within churches, yet consecrated members remain essential, and laments life without churches over ten years.
In Cape Girardeau County Missouri, Lula Bass sues Geo Kuss for divorce. The circuit court orders service by publication in Jackson Herald for four weeks, warning that failure to answer will result in judgment by default. The record shows date and official signatures, with publication rules and copy verification.
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