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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1921
Page
1
The Lamar Republican states that aside from smallpox, sore necks, creaking joints, undernourishment of school children, and a mad-dog scare Lamar is all right. The brief item signals local health worries and public safety alerts without detailed incidents.
Baptist Church notes report revival services started last Sunday morning and growing under associational missionary Rev R C Medaris. He preaches repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as the only way of salvation. Everyone is invited to attend afternoon sessions at 2 30 and evening services at 7 30 Sunday School meets each Sunday at 10.
A bystander asked Sam if the mule ever kicked him. Sam answered that the mule sometimes kicks where he has been, reflecting a folksy exchange from the Los Angeles Times.
A party at Mrs. J. D. Tadies of the M. BE. Church, South, showcased George and Martha Washington in costumed impersonations by Elmo Maiz and Ruth Fouthem. Guests enjoyed sherbet cake and coffee as donations totaling 18000 were collected for the ladies to appreciate.
A man lost an egg from his cap while downtown with friends causing surprise. He had gathered eggs from his barn before leaving for home and apparently missed one. The agriculture class tests seed corn for farmers and invites corn samples. Cottey College president J C Harmon visited, seeking next year’s work for senior girls. New pupils entered the grades as the school grows. County Superintendent Walter Colley praised the work, especially the grades. The lyceum number featuring Ned Woodman, cartoonist, is set for March 7 at the Methodist Church.
New subscribers listed include Mrs. Mattie Pugh route 4 R. B. Greenlee Jasper and others. Names mentioned: John Lise, Fern Harvey, WG Lew, Manteall, Menaie, WA Gist, de Ra Geo Stra. Renewals accompany the new enrollments in the regional area.
Henry Frazier of Adrian Missouri, crippled by a paralytic stroke for over a year, says an auto wreck cured him after a December incident left him and the driver trapped under the car. He walked again and plans to return to his farm with new Jersey cows shipped from Jasper County. The driver recovered as well.
Ned Woodman humorist cartoonist and rhymist will appear at the M E Church next Monday night March 7 as the third program of the season's lyceum series. He is described as funny artistic and instructive with wide life experience to engage and entertain audiences.
A concise 19th century style letter from a small NC cotton planter to a fertilizer dealer captures the era's mood. The writer pledges to pay once funds arrive, noting impatience with overdue accounts and joking that judgment day would see the dealer in a warm place if unprepared.
A store promotes paints for every purpose and urges customers to buy good material to reduce repainting. The message emphasizes choosing quality products to minimize ongoing maintenance.
The undersigned thank all who gave sympathy and aid at the funeral of our son and brother. Mr. and Mrs. Hice Hartley and family.
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