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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1903
Page
1
A Jasper store advertises cold and wet weather ready clothing and durable shoes. It claims a wide, well appointed stock of general merchandise, urging customers to choose from a large assortment at reasonable rates and promising satisfaction.
John Pfander aged about 60 was found dead in his home near the Diamond Schoolhouse, northwest of the city, possibly from heart failure. He lived alone. neighbors notified authorities after a morning check. The death appears natural and peaceful, with no signs of struggle.
Benton Lown resident Sra Electa Wheeler visited her sister Mra Lauren Hater in tuin city. The sisters have not seen each other for 48 years, nearly a half century. Mra Chas Spencer was called to Carthage by the death of her uncle Geo Wetherwil. We Palmer and family left for Greatline Kansas where he bought a farm. Remember we deliver flour and feed free within the city. 2 P Lotas Guaiw Co
Councilman Dan Roberts and his family depart for Western Texas this week to focus on his declining health. They plan to settle near St Marcus, with Jasper friends sending best wishes.
A pocket book found by Elder William Harvey between his home and lane about a week ago is available for return. The owner may prove property and pay the notice costs to Mr Harvey for retrieval.
A Jasper hotel mad dog scare drew crowds and bravely fought. A shot from outside the building ended the threat after local men misjudged hydrophobia. The dog proved harmless later, treated with turpentine and care, revealing a false alarm.
Mr Houck plans to move his family to Cherryvale Kansas soon after selling his farm east of town. His son Gaerne, a railroad mail clerk, and Wilbor Major have bought a mill in Cherryvale, and the Houck family will shift investments there. Grace Major, daughter of Mr and Mrs Garrett Majors, died Sunday evening from typhoid fever after illness spanning months. funeral was held Tuesday at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. The Majors family has been struck by typhoid fever recently. J P Leites Grain Co urges farmers to sell wheat for top prices.
Moving to Predonia during the last days, D W Schoolcraft supervises loading of his belongings to Fredonia Kansas where his family will settle after purchasing a lumber yard there. Jasper friends extend best wishes for the new venture and home.
Notice announces a formed partnership offering a range of goods including four grades and various valued items for sale to the public. It requests public engagement and outlines the partnership aims and offerings.
An advertisement from Carthage Missouri promotes dental remedies for tooth troubles offered at East Side Square over Myers' store. The copy urges cheap cures and painless relief, with contact via telephone 25.
The Epworth League of the M E Church will sponsor two more lectures this season with speakers noted as Dr. Matt Waghes of Kansas City and Dr. Quayle, promising events in November and December. Geo Whitewell travels to Kansas City for medical treatment, while Mrs. Aira Whitewell faces a serious health issue likely needing surgery assisted by Dr. Coodley. Rev. Yarbrough and Miss Smith are en route to Jasper to lead a women of meetings in Nashville with local pastor Rev. Guy Z Moore assisting.
A wild antlered runaway broke loose near the Piranant View church southeast of town Tuesday night as a wagon team escaped. Rev Ferguson avoided a jump from the vehicle, stopping the team after about a half mile of frantic dash. Jasper residents await visits from Mr and Mrs Romein, en route home from Joplin Neosho. P Hughes now in charge of the Jasper hotel at Grand Ave and Park St, with the family moving in. Mrs J K Schooler recovering at South Main Street. Carpets and window shades advertised.
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