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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1906
Page
4
The Jasper News page presents editor Lynn Monroe notes, postal markings from 1906, train schedules, and subscription and advertising details. It reflects local civic tone, outlines through traffic to Joplin and St Louis, and closes with ironic weather and political commentary about whiskey traffic and Senator Tillman.
Carthage Press readers spar over whether eastern Texas is a suitable perch county. The exchange shows strong opinions about location and regional identity as editors weigh the issue.
The excerpt expresses eagerness for Jasper to receive electric lighting in 1906 while noting there are other desired developments. It emphasizes the time is ripe for electric lights and sees no reason they cannot be realized.
A humorous plea suggests moving New Year’s Day to July Fourth or funding a subscription to clothe the figurative New Year. The piece imagines Old Year’s departure as winter’s end and hopes the next year brings wisdom for freeing the great queens in the coming era.
A year’s end reflection notes profitable lessons learned from folly. It argues that honesty is the only viable policy and warns against the quick riches path. It cautions on Wall Street excesses, political corruption, and the value of a stable home over wealth.
A damaged OCR item notes a sworn statement by Frank J. Choy claiming he is senior partner of F. J. Cheney & Co in Toledo Ohio promising a reward for any case of catarrh cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It mentions a notary public, a 1886 date, and promotions for Hall's products and a Jasper Racket Store ad.
An old advertisement touts Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as the best cold preventative. It cites Mia Cora Walker of Porterville California and claims high satisfaction with this remedy over others. Web Bros offers it with trades at Crandal Bros and fresh groceries and meats are advertised nearby.
A group of prominent farmers in Carthage and nearby areas urge amending road laws to curb improper work on the public roads. They cite examples of shoddy grading, over graveling, and water drainage failures, urging a professional road maker to supervise and train overseers countywide to save funds and improve infrastructure.
A plea that proper treatment prevents death from coughs and fevers. Mrs Huntley of Oaklandon Indiana credits Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds with curing her after doctors gave up. Also notes trials of Electric Bitters for malaria and remedies safe for children. Webb Bros drug store advertises trial bottles and pricing.
W H Howard of Husband Peoneylands recounts a long rheumatism struggle of his mother. He says Chamberlains Pain Balm relieved her pain after several applications, allowing her to walk again and stay free of pain with occasional use. Webb Bros. sell the balm.
Stomach Troubles and Constipation promoted for Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. J R Cullman of Potterville Mich touts easy use and consistent satisfaction with refunds offered if not satisfied. Also an employment ad seeking 10 traveling agents with $75 monthly salary. Bucklen's Arnica Balm praised for eczema and skin trouble by Harriet Howard of New York. Webb Bros drug store stock includes 250 for sale.
Fragmentary ad copy touts Kennedy’s Laxa tive Honey and Tar as a liquid cold cure. Claims relief for coughs and croup. Product sold by Dr. Bobooler at the Jasper Racket Store.
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