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Newspaper
Mansfield Mirror
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1915
Page
2
The Mansfield Mirror lists W A Black and Mrs W A Black as editors and proprietors with a $1 annual subscription in advance. It is entered as second class matter at the Manefeld Missouri post office, published every Thursday from Brockh West Side Square with telephone service.
The notice outlines per inch and per line pricing for Taeplay ads with front page double rates. It specifies card of thanks at 25, legal notices at usual legal rates, and no ads under a minimum. It also states no liquor ads accepted and advertisements run until discontinued.
E. W. Yorum of near Mountain Grove reports fine wheat prospects and excellent meadows. He and three neighbors own a manure spreader in partnership, achieving good results without using the machine simultaneously. A meadow fertilized years ago stands out as far superior to surrounding land. He suggests applying this treatment to meadows generally.
The Bryant Farmers Club backs a Mansfield autumn agriculture and stock show and offers strong assistance. The secretary’s letter published in this issue documents their endorsement and history of premiums, and Mansfield receives cordial local support from Hyvant.
The Wine of Cardus people paused Mirror ads in November then renewed with a year contract. They should be asked about the campaign results and impact seen from Mirror advertising.
The Miles Medical Co. of Falkhart Ind has more than doubled their advertising with the Mansfield Mirror, extending a long running relationship since the paper began.
Mansfield residents contributed to a noticeable rise in repair and painting work as the community implements a yearlong cleanup and paint up campaign. The effort, aimed at improving homes and public spaces, is tied to the increased maintenance activity observed locally.
The Mirror reports receiving mail Monday from Rome and notes its influence extends beyond the United States to Truly, highlighting broad readership and recognition for the publication.
Cherry sales surge as market favorites shift from strawberry shortcake to cherry pie. The change marks a shift in dessert popularity with cherries taking the lead in both fresh fruit and pie offerings.
A Mansfield event roundup invites travelers to converge Monday July 5 with local celebrations. It notes roadwork and assessment times on June 1 and 16, signaling traffic detours and municipal preparations for the day.
Horace B. Weed born August 15, 1550 in Simsbury Connecticut died May 25, 115 in Mansfield Missouri aged 4 years 9 months 7 days He married Emma Goodel and Florence Hurlburt surviving wife one sister four brothers and many relatives The Mansfield Ava Telephone Co local manager for nine years mourns by community The service at Weed home on Commercial Street featured City officials closing business houses for the funeral Rev Joseph Davis Rev J M England Rev J W Needham delivered sermon Ecclesiastes VII 1 burial at Mansfield cemetery Service led by Needham Davis pallbearers and honorary pallbearers named Flowers abundant
Pioneer resident John Strong died May 16 1915 at his son Isaac Strong's home near Mansfield after a long life born September 17 1831 in Roane Tennessee He was 83 years old He leaves 16 children including Isaac Strong Rev James Strong Albert and several daughters Funeral services were held at Pleasant Hill Free Baptist Church with interment in Pleasant Hill Cemetery He was a sturdy hunter and farmer who helped build Wright County during its early days.
To the many friends who were kind during my husband's sickness and death I express deepest thanks. Gratitude to those who sang and provided flowers. Mrs H B Weed. Parcel Post Sale June 11.
Brief item notes delayed action on farm loan offerings from L. Pike Man and associates, signaling lower rates under prevailing conditions.
Isaac Strong and family express heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for ministry and kindness during the sickness and burial of their father commemorating a hopeful reunion in the afterlife.
Floyd Brentlinger of Mansfield and Miss Clay Graham of Dodge City Kansas were married on May 26, 1915. Brentlinger works for a Springfield real estate company, and the couple will reside there. They both attended Mansfield high school last winter and friends in Mansfield send congratulations and best wishes.
The Bluebird Trio presents an Interesting program at the opera house Friday night. The concert promises a rare treat for music lovers and is highlighted as a standout local event.
Uncle Daniel Brentlinger oldest and highly esteemed resident dies Friday May 25 at about 1 am aged 84 9 months 21 days with wife Mary J McNabb surviving after 4 years of marriage. Civil War veteran served 9 months honored discharge. Funeral at home by Rev L W Hensley with interment beside wife at Pleasant Ridge cemetery. All children except two present including one son in Oklahoma and daughter in Ohio mourn. Friends express deep sympathy.
Mrs. L N Tippey a long respected resident of the Mansfield area died Sunday at the home of Charles Davis near Mansfield. Born May 25 1830 in Indiana she reached 90 years and 3 days. She married Mr Lake who died January 5 1857 and later married Mr Tippey who died October 1 1901. She leaves two sons Mr Lake of Springfield and W F Lake of Douglas Arizona who attended the funeral. Interment was in Mansfield Cemetery beside her sons after Christian services conducted by Joseph Davis.
The Christian Endeavor program at the Christian Church in Janeth outlines the theme Soul On Top with 1 Corinthians 9 24 27. Speakers include J A Riley Mintle Avery Eliza Peters J C Carter C K Beach W H Anderson and J D Reynolds Carter Coday and Mabel Coday. topics cover bodily appetites and growing strong in soul with examples from John the Baptist and Jesus. Readers are urged to attend and be on time and participate in the meeting.
Among out of town attendees were Rev. J. L Scott and wife Rev. Newton Hundy and Rev. EW Yocum of Mountain Grove T B Bouldin and Mrs Bradford of Norwood ra Holden and wife of Seymour and Mrs Chapman of Chicago.
M. E. Carter, superintendent of the Greenridge public schools, was in town last week en route to Hartville to visit relatives.
The 17th annual convention of the Sth District Missouri Christian Endeavor Union will be held June 5 to 10 at Koshkonong Missouri. Fine speakers and lively conference. Don’t miss it.
Mr. H. Lelly of Detroit Michigan says the tablets restored his appetite when impaired, relieved a bloated feeling, and produced a pleasant satisfactory bowel movement. For sale by all dealers. adv.
The forecast covers the week beginning June 2 with fair overall conditions. Local rains are likely in the northern portion, especially on Friday. Temperatures rise slowly and exceed normal levels early in the period. The bulletin lists Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, and North Dakota as included states.
Genuine Singer sewing machine in first class shape with principal attachments for sale at a bargain. Call at the Mansfield Hotel.
A parcel post sale will be held at the Mansfield public school building under the auspices of the Parent-Teacher Association on Friday evening June 11. Light refreshments will be served. Proceeds go to benefit the school and everyone is invited to attend and take part in this good work. Remember the time and place.
The Ozark Press Association holds its annual meeting in Joplin on June P1th and 12th with a strong program. The Joplin Commercial Club invites editors and spouses to enjoy city hospitality, a Missouri illustrated lecture, banquet, a special train to Lake Tony area, a boat ride, and a fish fry, promising a memorable gathering for Ozark editors and their families.
A testimonial from N S Galloway of Stewart South Carolina extols Chanderlain’s Colic Cholera and Dineen Remedy as the only effective colic and diarrhoea cure he has tried It is recommended to friends and claimed to be sold by all dealers in the area.
Shafer of Springfield visited Saturday to promote the Mountain Grove creamery represented by J D Reynolds. Shafer reports strong business with 10 000 pounds of butter produced the previous week and an expected annual output likely to top two million pounds.
Prof W S Slater resumes as director of the Seymour band as businessmen raise funds to augment his salary. Wednesday night concerts and Saturday afternoon performances are planned to boost community events.
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