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Newspaper
Mansfield Mirror
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1916
Page
9
Walter S Dickey of Kansas City runs as a Republican candidate for United States Senator from Missouri, subject to the will of GOP voters at the August primary.
Argus Cox of Springfield announces candidacy for Judge of the Springfield Court of Appeals subject to the will of Republican voters at the August primary.
Hart Township resident C. H. Jackson seeks Prosecuting Attorney. John W. Stephens of Mountain Grove Township is announced as Sheriff candidate. Charles G. Sanders of Mountain Grove Township runs for Sheriff. Elk Creek Township candidate also seeks Sheriff, contesting the Republican primary will.
M G Hensley of Pleasant Valley Township runs for Wright County Assessor. He seeks voter support to manage county property assessments and tax records in the upcoming election.
Ben F. Hudson of Union Township runs for Assessor of Wright County, subject to the August primary. The notice mentions Clark Township as a candidate in an unfinished line.
E F Gorman seeks Wright County treasurer nomination in the August primary for Gasconade Township and Wright County. The filing centers on a bid to win the party nomination.
Pleasant Valley Township resident T. F. Lenhart announces his candidacy for Wright County Coroner, outlining his plan for local medical examiner responsibilities and community safety.
D C Carter of Gasconade Township announces his candidacy for County Treasurer in the Republican primary on August 1. Known as Davye, he previously held the office, serving 1906 1908 and 1912 campaigns, and ran a Hartville drug store before a large fire. He emphasizes prior service, familiarity with the duties, and strong vote-getting ability.
Mrs C E Riley of Ilion New York says she has used Chamberlains Tablets for indigestion for six months and has never used a remedy that did so much good. Chamberlains Tablets are obtainable everywhere.
Prof Dewey Kay son of Col T A Kay of Ava, has been chosen principal of the Norwood school per the Ava Democrat.
An old advertisement promises a daily bowel movement as a sign of health using Dr King's New Life Pills for gentle laxative action without griping and purifying the blood. It cites a 25 cent price and notes a reunion of Dennis family members near Mansfield with a large dinner and singing attendance.
The Palace Hotel Springfield Missouri offers rooms at 1, 1.25, and 1.50 per day. Proximity to depots, car lines, and business center. Commodious rooms, clean beds, hot and cold baths, steam heat, and telephone. 393 301 College Street. Located at College and Market Streets.
County Collector J R Deckard of Hartville purchases County Treasurer W F Rippee's Maxwel automobile in a private sale. The move formalizes the transfer of the vehicle between county offices, with no cited disputes or additional terms.
I N J Craig administrator of Callahan Hart deceased gives notice to creditors and interested parties of Wright County Missouri that he will make final settlement at the next Probate Court term in Hartville on August 14 1916.
Mayor Clerk Treasurer Attorney Marshal Street Commissioner Police Judge and Health Officer listed with Board of Health members. Aldermen in First and Second Wards named including James Coday J E Craig O L Robinett Fuson and J A Fuson. Council meets the second Monday evening of every month.
N. J. Craig offers funds for loan on good improved farms in Wright or Douglas counties. He seeks reliable borrowers and strong security for the loan.
Frisco timetable lists East Bound trains No 101 at 10:00 p m No 241 freight 12 15 p m No 103 passenger 9 42 a m West Bound No 102 5 33 a m No 240 freight 12 15 p m No 104 6 35 p m G 8 Burney agent daily except Sunday Mansfield Ava departures 10:00 a m and 9 0 p m arrive Mansfield 3:00 p m Ava 11:50 a m Fred Grover agent
Sunday services held on the second and fourth Sundays with Rev J M England as pastor. Sunday school conducted every Sunday at 9 45 a m with W B Fullington serving as superintendent.
The Terian Church announces preaching services every fourth Saturday evening and Sunday led by Pastor Rev. Joseph Davis with 9:45 a.m. worship overseen by Superintendent G. W. Freeman.
Preaching services every 3d Sunday morning and evening led by Rev. J W Needham pastor. 9 45 a m Sunday school superintendent J D Reynolds oversees activities.
Church of Christ hosts Bible school at 4 45 p m every Sunday led by superintendent J A Riley. Ladies' Aid Society meets every Wednesday afternoon. Everyone welcome to attend.
Gov. Major and Sec. of State Cornelia Roach witnessed the filing of an initiative petition with more than 45,000 signatures. Samuel Rosenfeld of St. Louis led the effort with A. T. Edmonston of Jefferson City, representing the Gardner State Land Bank Committee. Signatures came from 114 counties across Missouri.
A statewide initiative group gathered farmers, bankers, editors and labor leaders to back a constitutional amendment creating a Missouri State Land Bank. The effort collected sufficient signatures across 15 congressional districts, surpassing the 16,000 needed, to place the measure on the November 7, 1916 ballot. The plan would provide long term loans to boost agriculture and rural development, with equity pledged by volunteers and leaders across Missouri.
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