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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1903
Page
1
In Dry Goods we offer men's underwear at 40 and 50 value, children's underwear at .25 and 60¢ value, heavy outings and canton flannels at reduced prices, and a remnant table promotion with many reduced items. Bargains always to be found.
In a Saturday incident, Seb Dowers was shot through the left hand by an accidental discharge of a 2 oplibre revolver as he and Tom Crow walked home. The bullet passed through the hand and leg, lodging near the base of the little finger and entering Crow’s leg. Both youths sought medical care. Crow's injury was minor. The shooter, John Bowers, had the gun on his lap when it discharged. A joint sale is advertised by Mesora Fred Hastings, J.P. Lindley, and J. D. McKeight at Hastings home near Jasper, with 11 head of horns, 17 cattle, and 60 hogs. Delp offers livestock at his public sale four miles west and 11 miles north of Jasper. Tillman received a draft for 8105 winnings.
A fragment notes strong embroideries with heavy edges and linen quality rivaling Tse, claiming superior finish and craftsmanship. The short item hints at admiration for textile detail and potential buyer interest. No dates or locations are provided.
Ohio expert reports promising oil and gas prospects west of Jasper near Carthage with a drilled hole deep enough to yield water. Farmers remain cautious about leases as drilling deeper could unlock more petroleum. Local figures D S Miller and L C Miller study samples, while Prof R W Jacks visits Pittsburg Business College. Residents, including Rev Lee and Mr Harr, recover from illness and plan travel.
A vigil moved by Jasper residents after three suspicious men loitered near town. A man on a buggy chased away by a whip, then joined others to guard Ward's dairy. The trio vanished before they could break in, but reports tie possible burglaries to the men. Zack Radford dies after pneumonia, age unknown. Funeral at Mitchell graveyard. Crandall injured in accident near Dublin, Pennsylv NJ.
Fig Rup white Pine by Webb Bros announces that all properties indebted to me must be called and settled by February 1. Mas T 2 Simpson rT Wieen urges bargains and contacts Tecaslin & Mouca for inquiries.
L. E. Crown sold his firm to F. T. Richardson of Livingstone County. The 80 acre farm sold for 000. Warren Linn summoned to Carthage Sunday by his brother Evan who has typhoid fever and returned Monday. First National Duck painted interior with a rich green color. McCaslin and Houck advertise shoes and real estate bargains including 4 miles from Gapper. R. L. Roberts & Son promote shoes.
W I Go To California W W Fisher living near the Dismond school hoes northwest of Jasper posted a sale at his home Saturday February 7. Mr Fisher and family and W L Pidher and family of Jasper expect to leave mid February for California where they will relocate. The Jasper Mail reported a 44 hour round trip event starting Sunday night and ending Saturday night.
A lively event drew a large crowd as Jasper Monday hosted a diverse program of gong and dance plus moving pictures. The entertainment featured a wide range of acts and a festive atmosphere, attracting many attendees to the venue.
Residents face a troubling report about a person nicknamed Juckhe who is accused of prowling houses and peering through windows. The town describes tense moves by several locals and plans to address the disturbance as authorities adjust patrols and prepare for funerary services and arrivals from nearby towns.
In early spring, Calhoon completes a large orchard commodious barn just south of the elite. Wilbert Miller adds a sizable dwelling on the same tract, as the Spring opens. The land west of Giritrowd hosts a model Gio house and related preparations for a sizable new home.
The article reports on revived efforts at Evanaville businesses to secure social services for workers. Employers seek compliance with new rules as a father figure offers support while family members return from extended travel. Hinson praises Colorado and mentions no major health issues for Mee Minamon.
The J. P. Letss Grain Co announces interest in buying Jay Coia Wheat Corn and Flag pend with highest market pricing. It offers flex loan options and advertises supplies for sale including sewing furpirk items and brat market priority.
Public sale of Bhock to occur at the farm of F. RK Shands located a mile east and one and three quarters mile south of Jasper. Local items note visitors George Houck with Llowolk’s family, Heckett from Carthage, and Wm Res from Lamars. An inquiry appears for corn and oats to be hauled to the elevator.
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