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Newspaper
Mansfield Mirror
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1919
Page
5
An advertisement touts drinking eight ounces of hot water with a teaspoon of limestone phosphate each morning to cleanse the stomach and liver, improve appetite, and neutralize indigestible waste. It claims quick cosmetic and health benefits for biliousness constipation and rheumatism, noting a quarter pound of phosphate is inexpensive and effective.
Mrs Job Rushing reports from Colmeswell Texas on January 26 to the Mansfield Mirror. She signs her brief correspondence with a note of personal sentiment and local observations.
A dated health ad warns readers to guard kidneys against irritation from uric acid. It promotes taking a specific effervescent Salts remedy, dissolved in water, to cleanse kidneys, improve urine clarity, and relieve pains, nervous spells, and sleeplessness.
A reader expresses anticipation for the Mirror newspaper and notes the region is experiencing beautiful weather. The short missive conveys praise for the paper and satisfaction with current conditions. The tone is personal and affectionate toward the publication.
An advertorial item touts Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound as a ready-to-use home preparation to darken hair and hide gray, claiming rapid, natural-looking results with daily use. It emphasizes cosmetic effect, not medical cure, and markets a cost-effective solution available at drug stores.
The grass is green and the weather warm and pleasant. Recent rain has provided ample moisture, shaping a favorable spring scene.
A traveler writes of warm weather, green gardens, and a hike through tall pines about 60 feet high and 3 feet wide. Nearby towns in Colmesell grind lumber daily and ship 8000 feet, with turpentine refineries and orchards noted. The region features sandy soils, cotton and corn as main crops, plus vegetables, canuts, and sweet potatoes. The writer closes by wishing luck to the Mirror and readers.
Official discharge letter from Camp Pike Ark dated January 15 1919 praising Joe Smith Mansfield Missouri and his father Ivan Smith. It notes his honorable discharge and return home with improved body and mind, government funding of induction costs and pay, and optional four month uniform wear. The commanding officer Clement W Lyons expresses pride and best wishes for civilian life.
A former Missouri teacher in Cheyenne Wyoming writes home letter style notes to the Mansfield Mirror describing winter weather, school life, and fond memories of Mansfield 6th and 6th grades, with warm regards to friends and Francis. A second letter from Scotland to the Mirror in 1919 requests mail forwarding to Motown, expressing continued attachment to the paper and soldier letters.
The note promotes daily exercise, fresh air, and regular hours to prevent influenza. It warns that neglect or a cold can still strike and recommends taking cascara immediately when symptoms appear.
Clifford Seal writes from France near Verdun in January 1919. He describes watch duties on a quiet switchboard, receiving candy and gum from home, uncertain future postings, and preference to visit Germany if stays long. He inquires about family, school, and farm life, mentions letters from Andy and Silas, and asks prayers for safety while noting a mild December and cold August in France.
Rev J M Jones of Springfivil, superintendent of the Third M Selon ary District of the Christian church, announces the annual budget for 1919 1920 to fund missionary work. Funds to be raised by churches, Sunday schools, and church groups plus individuals and forwarded by Sept 10 with the Ozarks Make Good watchword.
Springfield woman Alice Fletcher writes she suffered back pain and weak nerves after marriage. After two bottles of Cardul she became well and claims it gave strength for daily housework. She urges others to try this tonic.
A fragmented entry records numbers and place names including Wrightcoun and Mansfield with monetary or tally figures such as 1 W64A S390 and 260, suggesting a district apportionment or ledger snippet with several locations and sums. The readable items list Wrightcoun Mansfield New Cove Norwandl and Goote with varied figures.
An old advertisement touts Doc's Kidney Pills as a proven remedy for kidney backache and related symptoms. It features testimonials from individuals claiming relief after use and cites endorsements from supposed medical figures and pharmacies.
Local ads tout Dodson’s Liver Tone as a harmless vegetable remedy replacing calomel for liver issues. Claims say it avoids sick headaches and constipation, requires a nightly spoonful, and leaves users feeling fine by morning without griping or lingering discomfort.
A fragment from a January 1939 France notice mentions Dear Home Police and an appeal to authorities in a terse, unspecified context. The readable bits indicate a domestic or civic reference involving local law enforcement.
A heartfelt wartime birthday message expresses pride in service, hope for happiness, and longing for letters home. It reflects a solder’s perspective on duty to country and memory of loved ones, noting missed communication and a wish for more birthdays to celebrate.
A Marysville Missouri reader, Mrs F W Olsen, says Chamberlain's Cough Remedy cured her son Jean's severe cold and dreadfully persistent cough after other medicines failed. She notes relief began promptly and a single bottle finished the cure, praising it for children.
A WWI style letter from Sergeant Mo Troy in Saumer France dated January 10 1919 to family members. He speaks of travel plans likely toward Germany and hopes to be home soon. Mentions Emplacement camp and Saumer artillery unit, asks recipient to relay news and checks on relatives.
F Rushing writes from Colwesneil Texas February 7 1919 to Mirror Readers. He describes Volmenneil Thi fe as a real live town with four general stores a drug store a barber shop a dental office other small businesses and a large cotton gin. The town has three churches two schoolhouses a hall and two depots with two main lines T and N O and M K T nearby. He closes by wishing the Mirror and readers the best of luck.
Surgeons state initial treatment is crucial for cuts burns bruises and wounds and that prompt antiseptic use prevents infection. Borozone is promoted as the ideal antiseptic and healing agent for manor beasts with ready availability from all dealers.
J. Craig announces he has funds available to loan on good improved farms located in Wright or Douglas counties. He invites inquiries from potential borrowers seeking financing for agricultural property in those areas.
A used Chapel Urgatown organ from The J Welines Muse Co of Springfield Missouri is offered for sale. The Mansfield Mirror office invites churches or groups interested to inquire for details and pricing.
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