Fire safety push for schools prompts request for extinguishers
The report urges placing small chemical fire extinguishers in every classroom to protect students and staff during school hours. Extinguishers cost about $10 each, and officials stress immediate action to reduce risk to life and property. The local obituary notes the death of Mint Wright, with services held and burial at Paskin Cemetery, impacting Percy Wright and family.
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Jasper
R. & Wright
White
Percy Wright
Wic Mackey
Colorado
Wright
Fort Collings
Annie Replogle
W. €. Mackey
Alden Wright
Myra Stewart
Minnie Wright
Rockford
John Wright
Brush
Colo
Annie Reglogle
Hort Cullins
Early Days in Jasper from August 1 1885 issue
The Jasper bound column snippet notes Lebanon Church to be dedicated, local politics with Democrats and Republicans debating and nominating at township and county levels, and community happenings. John S. Lewis takes over a hovel, John Ward threshes oats yielding over 50 bushels per acre, valued at about 19.30 dollars per acre at 25 cents per bushel. The piece references growth plans like a city hall subscription and local party organizing.
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Jasper Icver
Daty
Jasperella
J. B. Gulick
John Hinamon
N. Johnson
J.W. Wale
TC. Wilson
Republican Lab
John S
Lewis
Mr. Lewis
John Ward
The Marsh Home Burned In Late Week Fire
Mrs N A Mackey extends thanks to all who helped save the Marsh home from flames that consumed Mr Marsh's house last Wednesday. Firefighters and neighbors aided in saving some belongings but the structure burned severely, with substantial furniture saved and relief expressed for the family.
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Thormas Marsh Aid
Niedlery
Cermin
Sasee
Marsh Carr
N. A. Mackey
Mr. Marsh
Ralph Sutton Injured by Mule Kick
Ralph Sutton, a young man, was kicked by a mule Friday evening near Jaspee while hauling water. He sustained a serious fracture to the bow print, but under Dr Knott's care the injured member is said to be doing nicely.
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Rulp Sutton
Jaspee
Dr Knott
Ma Sutton
Opera House Leased to E. L. Lauderbaugh for Season
E L Lauderbaugh has leased the Opera House from Mr Hendricks and will take over management September 1. He has prior experience as manager and plans significant improvements in lighting and equipment, aiming to present a series of attractive entertainments in the coming season.
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Lauderbaugh
Hendricks
Primary Election Judges Named for August 6 Precinct
The following have been appointed judges of election for this precinct in the primary to be held August 6: Bert Webb, H. F. Fox, PR Johnston, 5S 5, Lawson, Leeds Masters, C. L. Hayalett.
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Bert Webb
H. F. Fox
Johnston
Lawson
Leeds Masters
C. L. Hayalett
Big Tent Meeting Near South District Church
A large revival gathering is reported for Sunday evening near the church area east of the city. Local organizers McCracken and Niles are promoting the event with emphasis on evangelical outreach and community involvement.
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Polit McCracken
Giatpit
ANC
Niles Bern
Jasper’s Fire Fight Sparks Town Debate on Water Works
In Carthage the community weighs fire protection funding as Jasper resists water works. The editorial notes most fires are caused by existing hazards and criticizes shirkers while praising public spirited citizens willing to share the burden for the town’s safety.
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Carthage Democrat
Jasper
Jagper
Danes 4
Wien
Oh Bittegal & Walt
Dave
Shao
Maral Goulio
Methodist Picnic and Jasper Baseball Victory at Lykeside
Forty fratin Jajah attended the Sunday picnic at Lykeside with a cold feast and a noisy crowd. The Jasper baseball team won the game from Jiplin, led by John Spud and Steve, with Clint Yeever and family among the spectators. A tour to Carthage Webb City Carterville and Joplin followed, including a visit to the American Mining Company near Webb City. The Alpha Clubs held an engaging meeting with Mrs. Ho PF Pitts last Thursday.
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Fratin Jajah
Clint Yeever
Mise Agnes Lewis
Mr. Testers
Salt Lake City
Hert Ward
Carthage
Webb City
Carterville
Joplin
Alpha Clubs Baal
Ho PF Pitts
Wheat yield report from Toni Pattenon field study
Toni Pattenon reports a wheat yield of about 1 bushel per acre from 165 acres totaling around 165 bushels. Most wheat observed comes from small fields of 20 and 40 acres, averaging 15 to 20 bushels per acre in those plots.
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Toni Pattenon
Jasper Hogs to the Big Fairs
Hogs from Jasper, led by T M B Bell, shipped a spotted Ireland China gift to Jamesport to bolster rival HL Faulkner’s show ring. Faulkner, a famed Southwest breeder, purchased the hog as an ideal age gift after Bell remembered a past purchase that helped him win at Kansas events and at the Royal Stock Show in Kansas City.
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T. M. B. Bell
Ireland
Jamesport
HL. Faulkner
Faulkner
Hutchinson
Kanwa
Kansas City
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Vivinity
Conrad Mercantile Company
Greenfield
H. A. Vincent
Aldrich
Mr. Vincent
Dade
Lockwood
Jasper County
R. S. Wright
First National Bank
Colaims
UY Evans
Shmenem
Sumiay
Lebanon
A.M Oren
Poubly
Gale
John Crandall
Oie
Thomas Marsti
Ralph Sutton
Big Tent Meeting
Dr. Schooler
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