14 Nov 1918
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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1918
Page
1
An anecdote from a Richmond Times-Dispatch piece recalls a man who claimed greater intelligence than a bird and tested it by inventing auction shoes to push a companion toward the ceiling and releasing him. The stunt led to a lasting respect for Providence among the participants.
A Victorian copyist notes that bravery decorates the chest with the Victoria Cross centered on the left breast, while other medals must fall toward the left arm, reflecting established precedent for placement of honors. The writer laments the difficulty of pleasing himself with varied insignia after earning multiple decorations.
Jack learns from his aunt who loves bridge that she plans a party for Mam with dubious flair and entertainment. The aunt teases about sitting on a chair and playing with cards, hinting at a lively social scene.
Citizens urged to visit the office to collect letters from soldiers and mailers, with a note that care is given and invites those who value the letters to retrieve them.
A small note explains that adding a little antipeter or carbonate of soda to the water in which Sut flowers are placed can keep several varieties fresh for more than two weeks. The tip emphasizes simple chemical aid to extend cut flower life.
An authoritative publication states India palm sugar output near 300900 tons with Benen contributing about 100608 tons valued at 2400000 dollars. Total Indian sugar production from cane and palms runs around 2000000 tons annually.
The community promotes the United War Work Campaign highlighting the YMCA YWCA Knights of Columbus Jewish Welfare Board War Camp Community Service and Salvation Army among others for soldiers and civilians in Europe. Townships pledge substantial sums as residents urged to donate and support these lifesaving agencies amid postwar celebrations in Jasper Carthage and surrounding areas.
Regular services announced for next Sunday at the M. E. Church. If you have no church home or pastor, you are invited to worship with us. Pastor J. W. Moore urges all to join in religious services.
Revival meetings began this week at a Lyanland Schoolhouse led by Rev. J Bruce of Neosho and Rev. E Looney of Garland Kansas. A cordial invitation is extended to all to attend and the paper is sent to the boys in trench and camp.
Mrs Walter Brown aged 35 dies at home on the Eaderly place northeast of Jasper after a night illness. Funeral held at home Sunday afternoon with Rev J W Moore officiating. Burial followed in Jasper Masonic Cemetery. The family of six, including husband and five children, mourns her loss.
The News reports upcoming sales by Thomas Miller located 14 miles northeast of Jasper on Thursday November 14 including 3 horses and mules 4 cattle 5 hogs 18 sheep and farm implements Auctioneer C F Rex and G H Redmond 2 miles north and 842 east of Jasper will hold Tuesday November 26 selling 0 mules and horses Wead cattle 4 wead hogs chickens and odds and ends J Tlex and A A Badford listed as electioneers
Union Thanksgiving Services will be held at the Christian Church on Thursday November 28 at 7.80 p.m. Rev S d Keys pastor of the M K E Church South will preach the sermon urging strong attendance and noting special significance for this year for the country and the civilized world.
Influenza cases have greatly declined with only about four cases remaining in the Jasper vicinity. Of the 100 or more cases previously reported, Burl Vincent, Claude Tubler, Ernest Rex, and Guy Chapman were listed among those seen yesterday and all are improving.
Zion Baptist Church invites members to Sunday School in the morning and evening. The superintendent and pastor urge good attendance. Everett Looney serves as pastor.
Our Dumb Animals notes that great blue herons, though feeding mainly on small, noncommercial fish, are a distinct local attraction and now enjoys protection nationwide under the federal migratory bird law via U S Biological Survey regulations.
A handy device for households uses blotting paper to trigger a lever connected to the sash. Rain dampens the paper, releasing the lever and shutting the window automatically. The invention promises convenience for housekeepers and may become a common domestic aid.
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