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Newspaper
Mansfield Mirror
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1919
Page
5
An old advertisement warns readers that millions of fraudulent aspirin tablets were made by a Brooklyn manufacturer and mostly consisted of talcum powder. It urges buyers to insist on genuine Bayer Tablets of Aspirin, unmistakable by the Bayer Cross, and to purchase only from the original Bayer package with proper directions.
A meeting of the Republican congressional committee for the 16th district is set in Lebanon on July 19 to organize a district Woman's Auxiliary committee. The gathering includes two state committee members and is expected to be large. all interested are invited.
A Texas Wonder claim promises relief for kidney and bladder troubles in men and women including gravel diabetes rheumatism and irregularities. If not sold locally it can be mailed for $1.26 with a two month supply and testimonials from Dr BE W Hall at 2926 Olive St St Louis Mo. Sold by druggists everywhere Adv.
Mrs Robert Morris and brother Lester Hale were Wednesday visitors at Jack Braggul s Lester stayed all night Miss Zella Letainger spent an afternoon at David Crider s Belfrne and John Henry Baker spent Saturday night and Sunday at G W Miller s Mrs Neva Baker and G W Brentlinger and wife dined there Sunday and took the children home with them Mrs Ernest called on Mrs Jay Dennis Saturday Harley Stout s spent Sunday at David Crider s Mrs Mary Dennis spent Saturday night with Mrs Edwarda Mr Barlow called at J W Brentlinger s Sunday John Brentlinger and wife dined with Mrs Sarah Rippee Sunday Mrs Mary Williams and dewehter Mrs Ada Tillman and daughters Misses Fay and Alice spent Monday at J W Edwards Mrs W H Hole and son Lester and Mrs Robert Morris and daughter Miss Grace visited at Play Hale s Sunday Picking blackberries is the order of the day now Mrs Bum Letsinger picked and canned quarts of blackberries and some rhubarb Monday Charles Davis and wife visited at Jay Dennis s Sunday Albert Brentlinger s received a telegram Monday stating that the San Charles was in London now and would be home soon We are all rejoicing with them and will be glad to have him home again Mrs James Freeman was at Jay Dennis s Monday Seph Letsinger and sons and other help are cutting oats at Robert Morris s on Mrs Rindu Brazeal s farm Fay Cathcart of Thayer visited Ogden Riley Monday night and also Tuesday Mrs R Keeling s hand idoling nicely now John Riley attended his first party Monday at M E Stephens s and says he had a real good time.
A humorous piece on chiggers contrasts with local items from Olath e last week. Read about residents such as Mrs Bucus Gates and John Miller visiting, Mary Towe’s return from Longton Kaw, and Fourth of July celebrations at Ava and Mansfield.
Hartville Democrat reports Charles Burnett and Mabel Adams along with Arthur Cottengim and Gladys Oliver drove to Marshfield last Friday night after a day in Mountain Grove. They obtained marriage licenses and were wed at midnight. The pairs, living with Arthur Cottengim’s father east of town and at Archer Hotel respectively, surprised friends who wish them happiness.
John Robinet Jr. of Hartville has been chosen to attend the state fair. The announcement names Robinet as the Hartville resident selected for participation at the upcoming event hosted by Wright County authorities.
Mrs Alice Fletcher of Springfield writes that Cardus cured her back and limb pain bearing down pains and weakness after 14 years of marriage. She says one bottle helped, two bottles made her well and she keeps Cardus at home as a tonic for family life and nervous strength.
A forecast calls for mostly fair weather with occasional showers and thunderstorms. Expect normal temperatures with no major cooling or warming trends indicated through the period.
A Savannah Missouri reader describes using Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy to treat flux. She reports two earlier illnesses cured after a few doses and says she has recommended the remedy to many neighbors. The letter highlights practical guidance for similar stomach complaints.
A vintage advertisement promotes Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe vegetable alternative to calomel. It claims calomel causes salivation, sickness, and wasted days, while Dodson's Liver Tone promises a gentle, non gripe liver lift for adults and children.
Lon Davidson of Grove Spring and Thorea Ely of Hartville. Martin Killian of Norwood and Chloe Lewis of Basher.
W. J. Paden of Norwood was in town on Tuesday to attend a meeting of the Mountain Grove Bank board of directors, as reported by the Journal.
Mr and Mrs Jesse Gaskill who have been visiting here left Tuesday for their future home in Oklahoma City Oklahoma accompanied by Mrs J J Bricker Seymnour Citizen.
In Mansfield readers react to Adler-i ka buckthorn bark gly cerine mixture claimed to instantly clear bowel issues. Advertisers say one spoonful relieves gas and constipation, cleanses foul matter, and may prevent appendicitis, per Foson Drag Company promotion.
Holman returns to his Norwayl home Friday morning after a short stay at the residence of Miso Myrth Biges. He was recently honorably discharged from the U S navy.
An advert promotes Herbine as a remedy for lazy, torpid liver with impurities. It claims to strengthen the liver cleanse the bowels and restore health and notes availability from all dealers.
Deputy Grand Master E B Garner of Missouri led a visit with District Deputy Grand Master W A A Black and Seble Grand Hugh Williams to Manes Lodge 493 S O on Saturday night. They traveled from 10 p m to 2 a m and reached Mansfield at 6 a m. Mines lodge lists 78 members and reports one death Jho R Crewe during the term. Officers include Charien Key Noble Grand James Rows Vice Grand G W Kerth Secretary and T A Wade Treasurer.
A vintage ad urges horse owners to use Farris Colic Remedy when a horse colics. It promises relief within thirty minutes after administration. The copy credits H. M. Norcross and notes availability for purchase today.
Missouri hospitality desk at Hall of States in New York greets W S VanNoy of Springfield and other overseas veterans. Letter notes service with Ammunition Train No 101, boxing in Rome Venice Paris and counts 18 bouts with no losses. Mentions time in Trepassy Bay, Plymouth, and nursing by a French family.
An old advertisement touts McGees Baby Elixir as a remedy for feverish conditions and stomach upset during hot weather. It claims to reduce fever, correct stomach issues, and regulate bowel movements, noting availability from all dealers.
An exam for postoffice clerks and carriers will be at the local post office on July 20 1919. Age 18 to 45. Married women barred. Applicants must be physically sound and men at least six feet four in height and 126 pounds without coat or hat. For applications and full details contact Floyd Ellington Secretary Board of Civil Service Commission Mountain Grove Mo.
Creditors and interested parties are informed that I. N. J Craig as administrator of the estate of Ralph Appling deceased will seek a final settlement at the next Wright County Missouri probate court term. The session is at Hartville courthouse on August 11, 1910. N. J. Craig, Administrator.
Lake Erie vacationers favor daylight lake trips with steamers City of Buffalo and Seeand Bee. The C B Line runs from Cleveland to Buffalo each Saturday at 8 a.m., arriving 6 p.m. Buffalo return leaves at 8 a.m. with Cleveland arrival 8 p.m. Night service runs daily at 8 p.m., arriving next morning at 6:30 a.m. Central Standard Time.
J W Brazeal's were in Hartville on Sunday for unspecified community activities. Local residents noted the Brazeal family visiting town, with no additional details on purpose or events recorded.
Ernest Williams and Myrtle Raney were married July 4 in Hartville. Like Jones sold his farm just south of here to B A Shaddy for 12000 dollars. Finis Thompson and Raymond Webb, who have been serving with the U S Army in France, arrived here Monday.
In hot weather Lead Hill residents recount weekend visits and family news. John Daniel Cameron and Jack Goss dined at Joe Goss with Leslie Rice A E Tarburton also present. A 1 pound son was born to Jerry Pierson and wife on July 1. Arthur Metney and family left for California. Several Cedar Gap and Dade county visitors are noted along with singing at Lead Hill on the third Sunday at 2 pm.
A vintage medical ad urges vigilance for backache dizziness and urinary irregularities as signs of kidney trouble. It promotes Doan's Kidney Pills as a trusted remedy, citing Mrs. Eli Wilson of Mountain Grove Missouri who credits relief after using the product and notes availability from dealers nationwide.
Mrs Mike Branstetter and sister Mrs Ella Buck spent Friday with Mrs D Dorrell. Pleasant Mallory’s spent Sunday with his sister Ed Tombleson. Miss Mary Leidy on sick list. Mira Aleth Findley of Hartville visited her brother Will and wife. Miss Ethel Harris returned from Hartville where she stayed at G F Murrell’s. Glorious Fourth celebrations took place in Mansfield with a big time reported. Mika Branstetter’s were dinner guests of C F Harris. Earl Ivan and Harry Land visited. R P Oliver and wife of Hartville spent Friday with Mrs Oliver’s parents Wm Newton and wife. Willie Murrell returned from Wyoming after buying a Ford. Mrs D J Dorrell spent Sunday night at Mike Branstetter’s. CASEY JONES.
Summer notes report a needed shower, oats and wheat harvest near completion, ripe blackberries, and social visits. Miss Gladys Snyder spent a week in Sprinefield. Mrs Emma Martin was in Mountain Grove. Forest Greenwood suffered diphtheria. H Moore and daughters Nellie Mary Gertie visited Macomb. Mansfield hosted a 4H event. Elmer L Witt returned from Germany after two years in the occupation army, residing soon in Rocky Ford Colorado, visiting Winita and his grandfather W A Christy in town.
Advert says OZO-NOL prevents pimples irritation after shaving and soothes inflamed skin. It claims cooling healing effects for sore throats and chest congestion when inhaled or used as directed. Sold by druggists in 25 and 50 cent sizes.
Last week's items show fine weather and a sequence of visits. Mrs Curley and children stayed at J B Stouts, Eans Fry and wife and Vern Key visited Mrs N C Frys, Herbert Fry spent Friday night at Mrs N C Frys, and others including Hay Dennis and Robert Fry connected with W W Frys and Joe Frys households. Jim Fry returned home and Ural Dennis came back from Kansas. Samuel Fry visited Lee Popes home.
Notice notes no berry picking on the farm for Mrs C A Darnell with a reference to a name addition after six weeks for 25 cents.
A vintage health ad extols drinking hot water with limestone phosphate each morning to cleanse the stomach liver kidneys and bowels. It claims rosy skin and vitality follow from internal sanitation, urging readers to buy a quarter pound of limestone phosphate for a trifling cost.
E. B Lesley of Mountain Grove was in town Friday, pausing at local shops and meeting residents during a brief curbside visit. He spoke with several people about community concerns and future projects.
An old newspaper ad touts Jad Salts as a remedy to kidney sluggishness caused by heavy meat intake. It claims to flush and stimulate kidneys, neutralize urine acids, and end bladder weakness, recommending four ounces in water daily for a few days.
J C Bottorffs move to near Mayeville to tend a run farm for a four year term. The relocation shifts their lives as they establish residence and begin agricultural work in a new community.
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