04 Sep 1913
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Newspaper
Jasper News
Location
Jasper, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1913
Page
1
A casual letter from Uncle J written in phonetic style describes household concerns from September and local people. He mentions education items, household goods, and everyday purchases at Contul's with references to neighbors, chores, and a visit to Springfield wages. The note conveys family updates and daily life amid dry weather and school reopening.
The final Jasper Chautauquan program featured Miss Mae McGilvray with a rare 46 voice and Miss Allyn Bridges on piano. Critical praise highlighted McGilvray's sweet tone and strong control, plus Bridges's expressive technique. The writers expect future performances from both and see Kansas City taking pride in their talents.
Corwin Powell living six miles east of Jasper badly cut his leg with a corn knife last Saturday morning. The wound severed an artery and was stitched by De Kinett. Powell is expected to recover and be around again soon.
Jasper City residents attend the autumn fair as leaders like Eob Lauderbaugh and AF Drake visit Carthage Webb City and Joplin. Officials pledge cash and merchandise premiums while many note mid October as a favorable time for the event.
Public notice invites readers to publish legal notices in The News Jasper county notices may be printed here for divorce and probate matters. Webb Bros conduct a sale at their Jasper farm with horses, mules, bags, harness, buggies, and farm equipment on a Thursday. Superior Drills fertilizer attachments demonstrated at Conrail's store.
The report lists faculty assignments and course enrollments for the upcoming term. It names Superintendent furt, Assistant Superintendent Mie Allison, and teachers including Ray Karla in mathematics and history, George Mascon, Mise Merte Grow, Mis Cather, and Mrs Anny Rex among others. The document also notes course levels, senior activities, and a mention of city business investors.
A large Elks gathering from Carthage and Lamar with local members traveled to Harriman past town for a social evening. They enjoyed fried chicken and other dishes, sharing companionship and a hearty meal in a casual, communal setting.
The piece lists a band concert on September 6 with performances by Klickmann Brass and others at Electric Park, plus a Treasurer’s Report for the Chautauqua Committee detailing total receipts and admissions. It notes the Presbyterian Sunday school annual picnic at Lang’s Grove and a forthcoming sermon by Ray C. Branner, inviting all.
A social gathering at W F Snyder's venue featured large crowds with weather considerations. Attendees included Mie Johnston, Mire, William Mevine and wife, Frank Istual wife, Ad Crawford and family, and many others. One guest reported a theft attempt as he boarded a Webb City train, noting a knife blade in his back pocket and missing money.
Miss Juanita Mendicks reports from Kansas City that her fall millinery stock will be the most attractive yet. She will announce her fall showing with details to follow.
People who know are pony to in a Majestic Rangeuring our emonstration week You would two if you knew Read our big ad in this paper Sharp Mercantile Co
Notice to local merchants warns of a threat and urges vigilance against theft and deception. It references municipal authorities and a call for cooperation with trade officials to protect commerce and ensure safety in the market area. The message emphasizes loyalty to the community and the need for timely reporting of suspicious activity.
Fragmentary birth notices indicate a boy born to Watt Balyl utd wife on Sunday with details cut and garbled. A wedding appointment interrupted the report as a family member’s ceremony was being conducted, leaving several lines unreadable.
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