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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1905
Page
2
A Jasper event turned chaotic as a circus billed by Herrett's Combined Shows failed to materialize and debt disputes arose. Patrons awaited refunds while officials moved to recover funds and return the act to Kansas City for settlement.
Dr Shoopman a prominent local farmer near town acquired the Phillip property at the corner of First and Delestrocw from Mrs MoE Phillipe. The purchase price was not disclosed. The house is new, built recently by J. M. Phillips. Shoopman plans to rent it and may move in later.
A fragmentary report states a small grip and a Pentecostal hymn book were found near a ford by Espom Tureulay. The doctor claimed he placed the grip in his buggy, only to have it disappear and likely wash away in the stream. The hymn book bore the name J. K. Wells, offering little illumination. It is believed the items belonged to Rev. Furgison who was traveling by OakWwno.
A loud explosion occurred about 50 minutes before yesterday morning near a residence south of Lowe. No injuries were reported. The blast was linked to a jar of garth, with residents noting a vibration from the event affecting the nearby National Lake area. Further details remain unclear.
In a fragmentary letter to the News, Kossodd discusses living abroad and weather conditions, expresses satisfaction with a position, and references supporting old memes of a bachelor’s list. The misspelled text indicates a personal plea and curiosity about local reception.
In a hard fought gridiron clash in this city, Jasper High School and Lamar Sligh School played to a scoreless finish after a tight, evenly matched contest. Officials and players faced questions over outside players and student status, with Lamar accused of using non students and Jasper responding by fielding outside players in the final moments.
The Ladies of the Aid Society of the M E Church South announce a bazaar and shouts sale of fancy works suitable for Christmas gifts at moderate prices. Look out for future announcements.
Grace Triplett and other guests visited the High School Friday evening while the Crescent Literary annually planned the next program. Students praised the Grammar Department and morning exercises, and the County Superintendent commended their work. High School celebrated top marks in class work, with Ollie Webb scoring 100 percent and Clyde Huerge close behind.
A note requests Nev Ferguson to donate two books to the library and invites interested individuals to visit Lu’e school to discuss the donation. The school appreciates the internat they tala and asks to arrange a viewing for potential contributors.
The Lewis Comedy Company headlines an October program at the Opera House with two shows nightly Friday and Wednesday evenings. The troupe features Beth Splanere Troallus and acts by William and Mayer, Billy Ward, and George Elimore. priced 15 33 and 25 cents.
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