24 Aug 1916
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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1916
Page
1
A local exchange mentions a con trick about taking ink from old papers to reuse them. Ed Peentem the Newsman discussed whether the shop is buying old papers. Correspondents are reminded to mail letters by Monday evening. Dora Smith promotes a ladies wear line and millinery at a shop near Nunnelly's Cafe, inviting trade.
Superintendent Wilkins invites rural pupils and parents to visit Jasper High School which will open Monday September 4. New teachers listed in high school and grades include F C Wilkins Everett Deardorff Miss Bess Bowen Alma Seidner Aretha Baird Fay Grim Mrs Anna Rex. Emphasis on attendance, preparation, and education's value amid growing rural interest and community optimism.
Auctioneer U F Rex lists sale for August 28 with 14 head of horses and mules 5 head of cattle 6 head of hogs and a quantity of corn plus a variety of machinery wagons harness and household quails slated for the event.
A set of reader letters to Mr. A. F. Drake from various towns August dates. Messages express appreciation for The News, thankfulness for home connection, and notes on local crops and renewals. Names include Mrs F W Rumble Geo W Massey Dan Faith N A Mackey.
The News this week records a birth to W. E. Williams and wife six miles northwest on Sunday August 20 a girl. A second birth to F. C. Zaerr and wife six miles southeast on Monday August 21 a boy. Subscription inquiry appears at end.
The school board met Friday night at the News Office with Hayzlett Drake Follmer and Good present. Bills were allowed including lumber and coal purchases, printing, and a new history text by Prof. Viking recommendation. Committees were appointed for schoolhouse grounds supplies and teaching staff.
H L Tallman has purchased K K Cearnal interest in Cearnal and McCune Implement Co. Tallman is a well known Jasper farmer and businessman, and his friends welcome his connection with the live firm. Cearnal has not announced future plans.
Frank Gulick and his wife along with Homer and Migg Frances left the first of the week bound for Colorado Springs Grand Junction and other Colorado points. They are driving their new Stearns Knight automobile and expect a memorable journey.
A 12 pound boy was born last Thursday to Joe Mice and his wife. Joe says the child shows a natural bent for automobiles and will in time drive a Hup, reflecting hopeful parental pride in the newborn's future talents.
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