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Newspaper
Mansfield Mirror
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1918
Page
3
An article promotes an inside bath of hot water with a teaspoon of limestone phosphate before breakfast. It claims to wash toxins from stomach liver kidneys and bowels, improve digestion, purge toxins, and improve appearance. Readers are urged to use limestone phosphate daily as a cheap health measure.
O L Robinett was in Springfield Friday for an unspecified engagement. Local residents observed his presence around town, with no additional details provided about purpose or events.
A home remedy promotes four ounces of a salts mixture from grape salt, lemon juice, and Anan to flush and stimulate clogged kidneys. It claims to neutralize urine salts and ease back pain, nervous spells, and rheumatic symptoms, recommending a daily tablespoonful before breakfast for a few days.
M. FP Dugan was in Springfield during the week, with activity centered in the city. Details on purpose or events remain sparse in the report.
A grocery era homebrew blends sage and sulfur with tea to darken fading gray hair. Instructions claim few applications restore rich color, with cautions about using in tubs or for hair that is damaged. Readers are advised to use Wyeths Sage and Sulphur compound as an alternative.
Arthur Stafford of Springfield was in town this week, meeting local residents and discussing community concerns. The visit highlighted ongoing relations between Springfield officials and the Stafford family.
Corporal Elmer Cunningham crafts a long letter from St Nazaire to his father H G Cunningham. He describes health, service, and pride in backing Liberty Bonds, notes driving a truck across France, and the journey from Liverpool to Southampton and the Channel. He mentions life in France, roads, cattle, and hopes to return home after the war.
Ralph R. Duke writes to his parents on November 15, 1918 from France describing service in the 35th Division during the Aronne Forest drive beginning September 26. He notes seven days of combat, hopes to be home by New Year, and thanks family for a recent card and money sent. He signs as U.S. Army, from France, where they fight for peace.
An advertisement claims Cascara helps prevent Spanish influenza and urges early use at first shiver or sneeze, promising easier prevention than cure and urging readers to take WLC Cascara at initial symptoms.
This notice advertises a standard cold remedy claiming relief within 74 hours and grip relief in days with a money back offer. The genuine bottle allegedly features Mr Hill’s picture and a toy with it, sold at All Drug Store.
A brief wartime note from members of the A. EB. F. sends loving Christmas wishes to families, expressing peace and gratitude as they mark the holiday away from home.
Mansfield residents learn one thing leads to success as Duan's Kidney Pills target kidney trouble. J W True of Houston Missouri reports back pain and colored urine improved after four boxes, claiming full cure. Price 60 cents at dealers, Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
A descriptive advertisement touts DeLacy's French Hair Tonic as effective for gray and streaked hair restoration. It claims dandruff destruction, prevents hair loss, and keeps the user looking young. Available for $1.00 at druggists or by direct prepaid mail from DeLacy Chemical Co., St. Louis, Missouri.
F E Wiederholdt and Miss H B Kelley of St. Louis visited Dr. and Mrs. C G Wilson at the Wilson farm last week. They brought Buz Gill to the farm, where he will spend the winter.
Archie J Miller writes from St Romain France near St Aiznan describing cold weather and frost. He notes no mail for a month and hopes Raymond and Virgil are well. He mentions finishing school and an excellent operation card, plans to move outfits, and a YMCA with hot chocolate and cookies. He looks forward to returning home to Elk Falls Kansas.
A California soldier boy visits his uncle R W Prophet in Hartville. Roy Ellis, recently in training, will return to teaching at Springfield Normal. Mrs Manard Williams dies of tuberculosis east of town. A M Gilbert of the U S Navy visits brother in law J H Branstetter and Tip Dixton. he served on a submarine destroyer and survived several escapes. Frank Burtlow dies of pneumonia and is buried at Mount Olive after returning from Picher Oklahoma for temporary work. Will P Raney of Greene County and Wright county roots, a cousin of Sgt Paul J Robinett, is part of a large clan of service members and a Red Cross cousin in France.
The passage asserts few escape winter colds without issues and urges taking Chamberlains Cough Remedy with each bottle as directed. It claims the remedy’s merit is proven and many families use it for years with very good results.
The Odd Fellows and Rebekahs of Norwood announce a joint installation of officers to be held Friday night January 10. All Rebekahs and Odd Fellows from any location are earnestly requested to attend.
A card ad claims Heartburo treats indigestion with HER BINE, promising instant pain relief and quick bowel action. It asserts users feel fine, vigorous, and cheerful after dosing, and notes availability from all deglera in medicine.
Mrs Lucy J Beatty of Coalton Ohio wrote of long stomach trouble with a hard lump and smothering spells. After doctors failed she used Thedford s Black Draught, taking two packages and regaining health. The note ends with a sales nudge and a local visit by Miss Susan Box to Hartville.
J. W. Kennedy known as the tomato factory man furnished the government this season with tomatoes valued at $10380. He shipped about 6000 cases in a large packing for the season.
A vintage ad warns against calomel causing sickness and recommends Dodson's Liver Tone as a harmless liver stimulant. The pitch promises immediate relief, no griping, and a money back guarantee if it fails to improve digestion and energy. It claims safety for children and avoids salivation.
Officers elect of the nine judges of Wright county Independent Order of Odd Fellows will be installed on multiple January evenings. Installations listed for Manes Grovespring Hartville Cendar Gap Mountain Grove Norwood Mansfield Rayborn Jericho with dates ranging Jan 3 to Jan 25. District Deputy Grand Master W A Newton announces the schedule.
Pvt. Raymond K. Miller describes scenes in a liberated town after Armistice time. He recalls joyous greetings from French and Belgian civilians, refugees returning home, and the kindness of nuns who sheltered troops in a former convent. He notes scarce paper, letters, and hopes for Christmas at home with family.
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