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Newspaper
Mansfield Mirror
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1916
Page
1
A chaotic item list describes sale notices and sales at Mansfield Mirror in Kansas City area. Mentions of old papers and auctions, with references to John Deere wagons, Marines, and local subscribers. Several names and events blur into a single fragment, reflecting a busy classifieds page.
Obituary briefs report Mary MVoung of Wright County Missouri died in Coffeyville aged 25. her husband fio Young survives. Other notices include details of a death near Manschehh with a funeral near Athena, and several survivors and service details. The fragmentary list mentions multiple names and locations with funeral arrangements and interment plans.
School notes highlight excellent attendance with few tardies. Juniors finished algebra work. sewing class drafting patterns. Literary society to hold an open session. Senior reads Silas Marner. juniors Snow Bound. sophomores The Gold Bug. Sixth grade studies The Psalm of Life and several memorize it. PTA met Friday. Mrs West spoke on Punishment that Educates. Some students absent due to illness. Hyltonian and Miss Jewell’s room contributed songs and performances. Agriculture class experiments in hydrogen and oxygen noted. notebook work criticized. State funds grant Manstvid High School $7,000, the largest share in the state, with unconditional support.
Hartville Look Whittier faced charges for felonious assaults on Christ mas night, stabbing Merehel Carey’s throat with a knife. The case adjourned as bond was set and the court prepared terms for further proceedings.
The town hears talk of mineral rights near George Tree Street and sees Mansfield displays of vine ore. Mines lie south of Ava and Bryant, with miners northwest of town reporting 1 to 2 tons of silicate daily. Mr Utehman, 11 miles southwest, shows lead and zinc samples, suggesting rich mining potential and a possible future millionaire mine owner.
Advertises first class flour brands Akansas Diamond Hull Dog and Crescent sold by J D Reynolds and the Cash Mercantile Co at bottom prices. Every sack guaranteed. Call for these brands when in need of flour.
About 35 acres 24 miles from Mansfield with good road and school district Noo. Located in the southwest quarter of the northeast quarter of section 31, township Unrange to. Price, MD. Terms, $100 down, balance miss payments. B. BP. JOINER, 1228 East Douglas Avenue, Wichita, Kansas. Adv
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a day full of visits at a hippy esata day night affair. Several names including Saree Russell Walters RT Nelson and others are listed with visits to families and a newborn acknowledged. The text also notes a few hospital or home visits and a sick departure.
Last week's items show widespread illness and rough weather with mud and ice farmers hindered by conditions. Local visitors and family updates mix with scattered notes on grippe and improving children while Rogersville records announce a new edition.
A garbled list details Master GW Tripp Cuprusties and county offices. Names of officers include Grand io Alford Secretenrys ditties Coday Trmassurer and Jerinhis Lowdwe, with multiple lodges and treasurers such as G. Himes Baskett, Thomas Newton, and J. A. Bouger.
GEO officials report Freeman leads with the lowest prevailing rates and short delays in the latest briefing. Bo Freeman, noted in local records, is highlighted for speed and efficiency in operations affecting the region.
Route Number Three Alsin tt Moo andl W Tembieson were visitors at LT Dixon's. A group including Mr and Mrs Darvis dined at Silas Sida in Morgan District. Newt was va Rubund Tomblesot and others beat visitigas relieved in this diityuity for other yp month, returning home to Colorstony Woathesitis Mrs Clbures and lithe spot Saturday evening at De Dorrals.
The garbled fragment mentions a merchant scene with emphasis on bargains and value. It hints at a local market or fair where the best goods are offered for the least price, a common theme in late 19th century commerce. No clear individuals or organizations are identifiable.
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