Shoe sales highlight Good Shoes at Right Prices
Regular lines show public appreciation for Good Shoes at Right Prices. Snaps feature Ladies' Low Shoes at $1.26, described as stylish and pretty.
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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1903
Page
1
Regular lines show public appreciation for Good Shoes at Right Prices. Snaps feature Ladies' Low Shoes at $1.26, described as stylish and pretty.
Floods last week caused extensive damage in the locality. Mrs. Goll's cattle perished while crossing a swollen Dey Fork stream. Hogs, chickens, fences, and hay stacks were swept away. J A Koltner reports record high water on the Dive branch with hay stacks carried over a four foot wire fence. Much corn along the branch washed out and will need replanting.
E W Scott in Kaosas Ci observes Ed and Im Magers now in good posts with Columbian Photograph Co. and Wells Fargo Express Co. Ed left Jasper for Washington and found work in Hansa City. Roy Welle and Fred Cather returned from Columbia where they studied. Roy pursues journalism work, Fred assists his father. Dy Knott heads to Alba to establish his medical practice. The Mo Pao will run a special train to Joplin Sunday May 3, priced 5.00 for round trip.
The Grand Master upholds Mrs. A I Baird of this city in her claim for more than 200 benefits from the Jasper lodge after her husband A Baird died. The dispute centered on whether his death was liquor related and involved lodge law questions. The case, tried by a local judge and Carthage district deputy grand master Dr. Gibson, ends with a favorable disposition for the widow though an appeal to the grand lodge is possible.
Young Mattox, the boy who killed Delco Alyea in Rosebank, appeared before Justice Gilfillan at Neck City Moodsy. The waived examination produced no evidence from either side. Bond, previously $500, was increased to $2,500 to secure Mattox’s appearance before the circuit court.
Geyer and Gilewold announce their Uncle Tom's Cab in Co will show to Jasper next Twenday night June 2. They carry scenery and tent and promise a first class production of that famous drama. Dr Gooding moves into property at Main and Belle streets, recently purchased from Mr Schoolcraft. He nears completion of a barn and plans an office building. W B Schooler shipped two cars of cattle and card bags from Jasper yesterday. G Eckles received a fine lot of Rocker and Dining chairs for $4.50.
Special census by H O Baker finds Jasper population 823 within corporate limits, 18 more than 1900. The 341 school age children exceed last year by 42, raising crowdedness as next term approaches. Other notes mention local residents and events including Marsh al Bradberry’s move to Tryon Oklahoma and upcoming local visits and performances.
George Cather suffered a severe arm injury Saturday afternoon while handling a hinge saw near town. The blade cut five to six inches of flesh, severing an artery and leaving the arm badly damaged. He was brought to town and treated by Dr. Giooding, given anesthesia, and is recovering as well as can be expected.
News arrives by telegraph that W M Hamilton died Thursday night at his son's home in Troy Illinois after a weeks long illness. He formerly lived north of Jasper and was well known there. His wife was buried north of town. at his request he was laid to rest in his old Minnesota home. Burglars broke into the depot front window Sunday night, scattered packages, and spoiled express scales and a lamp. Ed Griffo plans to move to Lincoln Nebraska in a few days. Dr W J H Woods, Jasper dentist, was called to Rogers Arkansas by a serious illness in his sister. A M Stedman and others inspected rural routes yesterday. Monarchy shirts advertised at Caslin & Houck. Rev Martin preached at the Presbyterian church Sunday. Notice to Tulimin Flour and Food store debtors to pay by July 1.
The G A R plans decorate at one then march to Methodist church led by Hower and M Ho to join others for a cemetery service around Thos Henderson’s grave. Afterward they return to M E church for an address by Hon Howard Gray. Memorial sermon by Rev Jones praised by veterans. Music directed by J P Leis. Clara Hoffman spoke at M E church South on temperance, drawing strong audience and enthusiasm.
Invitations issued for the marriage of Mieg Lingle Eayles and Mr. Peel Giresham to be held at the bride’s home on Wednesday June 3. Notices announce a residence move to the former Schoolcraft house at Main and Hello streets. Local business leaders pledge to close all day on Decoration Day Saturday May 30.
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