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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1909
Page
1
The first week’s heavy rain raised Possum and Coon creeks near record levels, flooding flat farms and closing roads near the bridge. High water slowed travel and mail routes, while bees sting Arthur Hatfield who was recovering from a hive incident. Local ads invite storm-related home repairs by M.8., box 130, Jasper.
The Red Sox defeated Carthage 6 to 2 after a rain stoppage ended the contest in the sixth inning. Barrett Cochran hit a historic first over the right field fence as Thompson fanned ten, while Carthage’s side struggled with errant defense and weather interruptions.
The account records that no touch or stat could be credited to him in the game. Mac was the busiest player, while George Cochran was slated to pitch for Carthage but did not appear. He has friends nearby who likely refuse interview.
George Lemaster who recently lived on the Pitts farm path near Jasper died yesterday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Mary Schooler in Deer Creek neighborhood about twelve miles southeast of Jasper. He had long suffered from cancer and his death was expected. The report notes attendees from Jasper at a Knights Templar conclave in Carthage and mentions Ernest Crawford taking a lumber job in Fowler Kansas and a local baseball transfer involving a player nicknamed Shark.
Citizens meet at Bart Webbs office over the Webb store to decide if Jasper will celebrate the Fourth this year. Some long for the eagle cry on the national day while others discuss the town's plans. Mrs Sam Davis of Eldorado Springs is seriously ill, with recovery unlikely, though later reports say she is better and to be brought to Jasper.
The article notes an unusually good cherry harvest locally with the May crop ripening and late varieties also abundant, despite early bear stories. The fruit is nearing peak ripeness and many trees are heavily laden, signaling a strong season for growers.
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