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Newspaper
Mansfield Mirror
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1919
Page
5
A Brooklyn manufacturer marketed millions of fraudulent aspirin tablets that proved to be mostly talcum powder. Genuine Bayer tablets are labeled with the Bayer Cross and should be bought only in the original Bayer package with proper directions and dosage.
Sunday visitors stop by multiple homes including Sam Crispen and Jack Heragedt families, Lif ffieniet and J. Brentlinger socialize, and Alva Leisinger dines with Jay Denix. A mule riding accident injures Frank Harlow but no internal harm. New baby girl born to Otis King family. soldiers welcome back.
Mrs Myrtle Jenkins of Our Standby Ohio testifies Black-Draught and Mack-Draught as family helpers for head or stomach aches torpid fever and constipation. She recalls chronic constipation headaches and nervousness improved by full then small doses. She endorses it for her children and urges getting Thedford’s Mack-Draught from druggists at 26 cents a package and one cent a dose.
Cish Dockson from Norwood visited Fet Weelt oun Dhoartville to attend a local gathering. The trip highlighted regional ties as residents exchanged greetings and shared community news.
A vintage advertisement urges immediate preparation for accidents with Ozonol, a white antiseptic ointment claimed to quickly relieve burns cuts bruises sore throat and related conditions. The ad promises penetrating soothing effects and recommends keeping a jar at home work or travel with 25 and 50 cent jars available from druggists nationwide.
Walter Akers, discharged from a Des Moines hospital after a nervous condition, recalls being a German prisoner for eleven months following capture on April 14 1918 near Verdun. He describes intense fighting, heavy ammunition use, and the fate of his unit as 800 Germans died and 27 were captured by the French. He notes mixed treatment but emphasizes the desire for rest and a hope that future war is avoided.
Texs Wonder claims to treat kidney bladder troubles including gravel diabetes and rheumatism for men and women. The ad promises mail order delivery from a specific Missouri address and urges buyers to seek treatment through local druggists.
128 rural graduates are named including Myrtle Williams George Italo Ivan Park Ray Letsinger Eula Hylton Nellie Casida Mans fie Gold ie Anderson John and Ray Bearce Vera Hatfield Ruth Burke Norwood Martha Pen rirh Raemond Ralph Hylton Macowh and Dedlah Odle Bryant.
WH Brake and his family from Macomb spent the week visiting local friends and sightseeing in the area. The visit highlighted community ties and casual social gatherings.
An old advertisement claims Whites Cream Vermifuge can help children affected by worms who are pale and sickly and prone to fatal diseases. It states the product, labeled Worme promptly, and promotes it as available from all dealers.
Misa Althea Archer of Tartville visited this week, divers and local onlookers noting her appearance. The event drew curious residents and offered a glimpse of competitive diving talent from Tartville.
The Ozark Purebred Live Stock Breeders Association backs a Springfield exposition in October with premiums nearing 10 000 dollars. Springfield Chamber of Commerce will financially guarantee the premium list and many counties are urged to present top cattle hogs and sheep to boost regional breeding. Entries will be mailed to applicants to H Ro Nelson secretary Ozark Stock Show Room 4 Jefferson Theatre Building within days.
Readers are told a $100 reward offers for any case Hall's Catarrh Medicine cannot cure. The ad claims the remedy acts through the blood to restore constitutionally, building up strength and targeting catarrh. Testimonials are promised on request from Cheney & Co. Toledo, Ohio.
Weather and farm notes from Macomb area report a hail storm damaging gardens oats and corn with sunshine expected soon farmers plowing after rain Alfred and Remev Woolly visited Manafield Mrs Binky’s two cows killed by lightning last week Mrs K Hurt and two children Ellis and Florence visited Macomb to see relatives and friends A party at H M Babb’s home featured soldiers home from war with a singing and pie supper Six soldiers attended Miss Ettie Findley led Christian Endeavor at Macomb Baptist church Blanche Findley joined Miss Corella Christy for a visit next Sunday night
People are often disappointed to find their family physician away when they need help. Stomach and bowel diseases like dysentery and diarrhoea require prompt treatment. a bottle of Chamberlain's Cell and Diarrhoea Remedy is urged as the best medicine to have on hand to prevent pain and possible death.
M. T. Fullngton and his wife of Springfield visited W. B. Fullington and his wife last week, sharing a social call and local courtesy.
County Court II notes no petition was filed for the Mountain Grove public road change requested by Joel F. Short et al on May 5 1919. It finds lack of posting proof and vague description in the filing, revokes order, declares no jurisdiction, and orders warrants issued while listing numerous salaries and expenses for local officials and suppliers.
An advertisement warns against calomel and promotes Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe, plant based remedy. It claims calomel makes users sick and promises one spoonful at night will restore energy and digestion without salivation or griping, even suitable for children.
Miss Violet Craig has accepted a position as a stenographer with the Springfield Grocery Company, marking a step in her clerical career. The move places her in the company’s administrative staff serving in a fast growing retail operation.
A. B. Oxendine of Houston Missouri reports two years of back and kidney trouble with severe pain, dizziness, and murky urine. Donn's Kidney Pills relieved the pain and restored function, and he recommends the remedy. Manufactured by Poster Milburn Co., Buffalo New York.
Mrs Tda Matney died at her Cedar Gap residence Thursday night. Funeral services were held Friday conducted by Rev Walter Goss, with interment in Star Cemetery. She leaves a husband and five children plus many friends.
An urgent consumer alert advises individuals with burning sensations or mucous discharge to visit a drugstore immediately and purchase a 21.25 box of the product advertised. The message uses direct appeal and positions the remedy as a quick, accessible solution. It cites kidney and bladder concerns as the health focus and urges prompt action.
A Mayfield Kentucky advertisement urges immediate use of a physician recommended remedy for kidneys and bladder and promises a refund if not satisfied after a $1.25 box. It stresses kidney and bladder care to avoid lifelong suffering and invites readers to consult their druggist for the guarantee.
Surgeons state first treatment is crucial for cuts burns bruises and wounds. An efficient antiseptic applied promptly prevents infection and promotes immediate healing. For use on man or beast Bronzone is marketed as the ideal antiseptic and healing agent. Sold by all druggists. Ady.
John Woody and wife welcome a baby boy. Visitors include Miss Susie Oberholser Marvin and Mrs. Sam Gray of Oklahoma. Roy Hicks Gordon Whitmire and others visited J E Stout and Stout household. An electric hail storm damaged nearby wheat and gardens. Motorcycle accident injures Charley Walton. Socials feature basket dinners, visits, and a welcome home for Ira Stout. Miss Gertie Stout returns from Ava.
Sunday School at the Tharp at 11 am and Liberty and Moore at 3 pm each Sunday. Praise for sunny days enabling garden work and corn planting. Visitors John A Williams and wife and Jessie Hoyer visited James Boyer north of Hartville. J C Jones’ rabid cat escaped, raising bite risk. Curtis cemetery posts repaired to protect graves. Rev Jesse Tate preached at the Tharp. Sunday school growing, a new class forming to make five total. Chester Tharp returns from Normal in Springfield and will begin teaching in August. An all day meeting at the Tharp on the sixth Sunday in June with baskets and services.
Red Wing report notes wheat damage after last week while oats and meadows look fine. Miss Virgie Fry is sick. Misa Sue Dennis improves. Misa Myrtle Dennis stays with Col. R. R. Dennis. Miss Jennie Johnson at Jake Pope's. J. & Stout finished gaging at John Weaver's. Misa Idan Fry dined at Samuel Fry's. Samuel Fry and children dined at Jake Pope's. Little Jimmy.
Readers urged to drink a hot water and limestone phosphate mix each morning to cleanse the stomach kidneys and bowels. The ad promises clearer skin and improved health, claiming inside cleanliness precedes outside appearance and warns of common ailments from poor digestion.
G W Robertson of Norwood was in town on Thursday visiting local residents and checking on community affairs.
An ad claims Jed Salta cleanses kidneys and treats urinary irritation. It promotes high water intake and a lemon grape acid lithia mix said to stimulate kidney activity, neutralize urine acids, and prevent bladder weakness with a tasty effervescent drink.
M J Hodge spent the week in Springfield, engaging with local groups and visiting venues across the city as part of ongoing duties.
Robert Ellis of Norwood was reported visiting Hartville during the previous week, stopping at local sites and meeting residents. The brief note records his presence in Hartville and his Norwood origin.
Mansfield readers are urged that a glycerine mixture with buckhorn bark and Adlerika can empty the bowel. A single spoonful is claimed to clear the stomach, relieve sour stomach and gas, and prevent appendicitis, with instant effect noted by doctors and patients.
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