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Newspaper
Mansfield Mirror
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1918
Page
5
The appeal for soldiers to smoke grows as 15 million Lucky Strike cigarettes are produced daily by American Tobacco Co. The brand’s toasted Burley tobacco gives its familiar green pack with a red circle a homey, appetizing appeal for troops overseas. A large share of production is reportedly shipped toward France to lift morale and comfort the fighting men.
Columbia Missouri April 1 F B Mum ford federal food administrator for Missouri urged every family to plant a war garden to help solve the food problem and aid in winning the war The administration advised planting as far as possible to meet family needs without overplanting beyond necessities.
The statement notes that providing for families includes canning garden products. Instructions for garden making have been printed by the College of Agriculture and will be mailed free to Missouri citizens who write to the college in Columbia. Every family that plants a garden to feed itself helps solve transportation and supports the war effort.
A Mattoon resident explains indigestion and constipation relief after using Chamberlain's Tablets, claiming a night and day difference. Also advertised are Ballard's Snow Liniment for wounds and skin ailments, priced at 50 cents and 1 dollar. Mentions Rev Chadwell with Cantrell and Newton visiting locally.
A local tailor advertises affordable custom suits highlighting quality fabric and precise fit. The message invites customers to compare pricing and craftsmanship, promising personalized service and a refined silhouette for those seeking long term wardrobe value.
The report notes a marriage ceremony performed on the 27th for Mr. Barnett and Miss Williams at Norwood during the Baptist fifth Sunday meeting at Green Valley.
Rev. G W Holmes preached at the Easter reunion held at the OG P Church on Sunday afternoon. The Sunday school presented a brief program following the service.
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