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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1905
Page
7
Messy local notices describe a great sale at Mews and Campbells with millinery and dresses, shipping of goods, and various visits from Carthage and Alba residents. Typhoid cases, diphtheria symptoms, and a fundraiser for the M.E. Church dedication are mentioned. Local auctions and stock sales, new goods arrivals, and travel to and from Jasper, Neosho, and Larned are noted along with several family updates and minor illnesses.
The Carthage press reports the Jasper Methodist church dedication led by Dr. J. J. Martin of Independence with Presiding Elder FP Anderson attending. The new Jasper church parallels Mt. Moriah and includes parsonage and church facilities, with plans for future expansion mentioned by pastor Ferguson.
A wedding at the Methodist parsonage united Nor Rimetart and Min Mollie May Fart in this city. The grove was a farm 3 miles north of Carthage and the couple will honeymoon soon. The Lamar Democrat notes Rev J. R. Blythe addressing county church issues and poverty among churches. Local births include three baby boys and a five girl baby born to area families. A property sale underway with a public sale on October 19 and tablets advertised at Jasper Racket Store.
Johnston's Exchange markets furniture and stoves in good repair at cheap prices. The ad appeals to customers to trade in old stock for new, boasting lower costs than competitors and inviting readers to visit the store to see offers and discounts.
The Odd Persons of Janper No. 488 held a Monday night gathering, with regalia and initiation of the initiatory degree led by G. W. Marvey assisting. The group praised the thorough work, noted the oyster supper, and expected a revival of activity and future plans for members.
Steve Ciray returned from Kansas with Nims waoder and won the Kauss corn husking championship claiming the top prize per bushel. He earned about $23 for ten hours of work as peers applauded his performance while Topeka papers gave him a large writeup.
WT Kergnsoe was baptized by immersion at Ryan's Ford Sunday evening, with two others by effusion. The Huthel Class reshuffled church roles as Rev. G. Giragun led services. Upcoming events include O. W. Jones at the Carestian Church near Sotelay, and Prof. Sweetland preaching at Lethe. Six miles north west of Iows, service at 7:30 p.m. Sunday. German Hapiion Church concluded meetings with twelve professions.
J W Spaid recovered after a severe illness last Thursday when his condition nearly proved fatal due to complications. The church meeting at Mrs O W Jones home is set for Friday October 14 at 4 o clock to discuss why church and temperance should be united, led by Brother Joni Mere Matthews and Mrs Dray with songs and prayers.
For sale a large number of Plymouth Rock hens and pullets. Address: Jasper, Missouri. Contact A L Thorns at Cartwright Telephone Line, Jasper. Quiet country location, about five miles east and ten miles south of Jasper.
Notice asks all parties who owe money to call and settle accounts with J D Harbur. No dates or locations provided. The notice is a terse request for payment and identifies the creditor by name.
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