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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1916
Page
5
A humorous Emporia Gazette tale notes that war influences dating ideals and footwear. English trench boots borrow from Indigenous moccasin and Arctic boot styles, featuring a seam above the sole. Canadian soldiers are credited for popularizing the warmer, comfortable design embraced by Allied troops.
A scorching day test shows a soldier carrying two guns two belts two knapsacks and a weary dog. The colonel asks why and the soldier replies the dog is tired, illustrating self sacrifice.
A compact reflection on gendered reasoning, arguing that logic and common sense are distinct and not tied to gender. The author asserts women’s aptitude for reasoning does not shield from truth errors, while men’s logic can falter, emphasizing the difference between logic and practical sense.
Being Just to Husband, Mollie voiced strong opinions on gender pay. Sallie replied that a woman should keep his pay but let him cover car fares and lunches. The exchange reflects early 20th century views on wages and gender roles.
Mrs Anna Taylor of 2714 Franklin Ave St Louis reports Tanlac relieved years of stomach trouble and indigestion. She says appetite improved digestion normal, no more bloating or gas, sleep better, and recommends the remedy. Tanlac advertised as master medicine for stomach liver kidney and related ailments. Conversation notes Tanlac intro at H F Pitts drug store in Jasper.
M M Starett and wife hosted a gathering Saturday night with music and socializing. Ice cream and cake were served to numerous friends and relatives including Flesher Buxton Talley Milton Dixon Miller and others. Several residents visited relatives, attended events, or traveled to nearby towns during the week.
Correspondents are requested to mail their letters to reach the office by Monday evening.
Mus W F Kiva and family from Dry Fork spent time with F Lt King's in Carthage. Bud Scott and family from Duenweg visited Press Wool on Sunday. Fernand Leola Patrick and Bernice of Picher Oklahoma visited Mrs W F King last Thursday. Lillie Blase visited Mary Wood. Mrs Smelver has recovered enough to be up. Laura Miller suffers a sore throat. Mines B Ry W FP King and Bert Ward attended the lunch con at Mrs Pred Chesham's last Thursday. Threshing in the neighborhood is nearly finished. Helen Frost spent Sunday with Ben Huackett. Mrs C A King visited Thursday at IS St King's.
A fragmented quotation critiques Senator John James Inenlis Kansas poem Opportunity calling it lyrical but incorrect. The author argues true achievers create chances by constant hustle, keeping the door open and actively seeking success instead of waiting for Opportunity to arrive.
Uncle Eben quips that if every kicker studied what he kicks about his kicks would hurt less. The line blends dialect humor with a cheeky nudge to readers about paying subscriptions.
All eyes turn to the Fall Exposition in Carthage as the Jasper County fair opens Tuesday August 29 and runs four days. Harness and running races appear daily with a Friday auto and motorcycle program. Entries pour in from adjoining states for cars from Fords to Stutzs. Indians perform daily. John, Mohawk survivor, joins. Aerial acts, balloon leaps, and breed showcases planned. season tickets available at local banks for one or four admissions.
A fragment describes old navy customs with sailors rarely smoking and changes in permissions for smoking or hemp use, noting indications by the use of the hemp and allowances for smokers when desired.
A Kentucky orator spoken line questions kings usefulness with the query of what wen are kings. The Kentuckian argues for obtaining one or three kings, reflecting a plea for greater royal presence and benefits. Nashville Tennessee.
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