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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1915
Page
4
The piece portrays a man known for keeping promises who delivers humorous but sharp lines. It notes his habit of singing odd phrases like Landlord and Plowing Bowl while asserting a pledge to fulfill his word, despite mixed reactions from onlookers.
A 19th century style explainer distinguishes optometrist, optician, and oculist. Optometry focuses on scientific eye exams and prescriptions for lenses, while opticians grind lenses and oculists treat diseases. The piece traces the evolution from early lens grinding to modern eye testing with precise instruments.
Dr Mayo argues future medicine centers on optometry finding eye strain as root of many ailments. He cites headaches from eye strain and says correct lenses relieve nerve fatigue, reducing need for drugs or oculist treatment. He warns against acids or salves in the eye and urges preventive eye care.
A Chinese province exports over 160000 tons of peanuts annually driven by a 20 year old mission gift. An Ameren missionary allegedly donated a shed quarter to a native convert, framing a unique local agricultural tale and trade impact.
J E Carr advertises the best market price for poultry and eggs and promises a square deal at the Brick Barn. The brief notice emphasizes prompt payment and favorable terms for farmers selling poultry and eggs.
At Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore a fully equipped theater serves the insane patients. The patients act in the plays presented and in many cases achieve beneficial results.
Jasper Knox, a page of Piketown-on-the Blink, jokes at the Furniture Store about newspapers' portrayal of brides and asks where homely married women come from, while Teeter offers gasoline in any quantity filtered through Bowser System for autos.
Five varieties of sweet potato plants are ready for use in June designated as the sweet potato month. C. A. Lewis in Jasper Missouri offers plants by writing or phoning for the season.
A playful classroom exchange shows a student mishearing a phrase about being "at par" and noting that his mother was always at home when he arrived late. The bite highlights language quirks in a school setting.
A patter describes a 20 year life insurance plan with a return of all paid money if the insured dies or survives the term. It mentions Bert Webb of Kansas City Life Insurance Co and suggests immediate payout to the family and return of funds if living through the term.
The brief line notes a universal phase in adolescence when a girl longs for a different name, suggesting a playful, reflective mood about self image and social norms. The text evokes a casual journal-like voice with a touch of whimsy.
A late 19th century advertisement offers a one hundred dollar reward for incurable catarrh and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure. It cites endorsements from J J Cheney and mentions the National Bank of Cleveland Toledo as a signatory. The text touts internal cure, testimonials, and a price of 50 cents to a dollar per bottle with calls to buy Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
An optimistic note praises Dr King’s New Discovery as a remedy for colds. The ad claims users trust the medicine to reach the throat, kill germs, and aid natural healing. It urges readers to buy a bottle today.
A sermon on Lincoln at Gettysburg recalls the scene on the battlefield when he read the Gettysburg Address. It contrasts Everett’s oratory with Lincoln’s literature and notes the November setting, the somber crowd, and the enduring grace and simplicity of Lincoln’s words.
Jackson Bros announce a full line of trunks now in stock at Jasper's Greatest Store urging customers to visit for any trunks needs. The notice highlights the store as a top destination for luggage and travel gear.
Farmers visiting the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia September 25 to October 2 will see a practical fence demonstration described as the state’s model fence. Built with steel posts and modern construction, it is designed to be horse high bull strong pig tight and boy proof, preventing crawling under the canvas and boosting gate revenue.
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