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Newspaper
Mansfield Mirror
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1919
Page
5
A vintage health ad urges drinking a glass of real hot water with a teaspoon of limestone phosphate each morning before breakfast. It claims internal cleansing improves skin tone, reduces ailments like headaches and biliousness, and promotes a rosy complexion, touting a cheap powder as the aid.
An old newspaper notice promotes Jad Salts as a remedy for backache, rheumatic pains, and kidney strain caused by excess meat. It claims the product cleanses sluggish kidneys, reduces bladder irritation, and yields a pleasant lithia water drink when taken with water at breakfast for a few days.
Hurtville resident BG Purtle was seen in Norwood last week. The sighting places Purtle in the town during a recent period, with local residents noting the notable visit and brief activity in the area.
A vintage advertisement proclaims Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound darkens gray hair quickly. It claims millions of bottles sold and promises natural, even coverage so wearers appear younger in days.
Advertisement claims Ely's Cream Balm clears clogged nostrils and head from catarrh or a cold. Instructions describe applying a small amount into each nasal passage to soothe inflamed mucous membranes for instant relief. Ends with testimonial style praise and relief from "dead colds."
Missouri readers send greetings as Lindsay residents recount visits and travel during the rainy California season. Mr and Mrs Borders, Mr Pope, Tom Mellon, and Burton Henry Smith family are mentioned along with several Tipton and Hartville connections. Expressions of sympathy and garden talks mix with a note on a son Slurry serving in France and hopes to vote.
Mins Nellie Frye spent a night with Misnes Opol and Edna Rowland at charel Maronit. John Frye learned her brother-in-law Ollie Goddson of Northview is dead. Sympathy extended to bereaved John Retherford and Mrs Withird who married Sunday. Reverend Cenciboneu filled Baptist appointment. Aymon Calhoun left for Kansas City. Tom Pope and Avie visited Hartville. dinner guests included John Fryers and Rev O D Cenenbough.
Last week Macuame notes a Pentecostal revival to continue a week. Residents and visitors share Saturday night and Tuesday nights at homes of Hale, Davis, Findley, Newels, and Johnson. Jason Findley plans to move to the Ton Kirk farm. Herbert Shelton and wife attend church in Macomb. Arley Findley and Rolland Pearcey left for North Missouri.
Fragmented OCR text describes a local public sale notice with partial details and readable fragments mentioning sale action and local officials.
Amos Roy watches his furm near Olathe Weidnessly Mes. Mary Gates returns home after two weeks in Manafield with her daughter. J W Kennedy in Olathe declares plans for a tomato cannery. Roy Robertson visits Glen Short near Macon Misa Forth Mays from Kansas City visits home folks.
Windy weather last week did not dampen Pleasant Valley social life with strong singing events and well attended gatherings. A large crowd attended Frank Riedige's sale and local residents Mr Brooks and Ida visited Thursday night. John Mackey and Harry Peters left for Idaho while Geo Ven Ness moved to Cedar Gap and Jesse Allen's family relocated to Licking. Matt Peters traveled to Seymour on business and several residents joined the Mission Table singing event.
Rosie Ellen Babb born November 13 1883 near Macomb united with John Paul October 7 1900 and died March 1 1919 aged 25 years 4 months 18 days She joined CC P church Seymour lived near Seymour and left behind a husband three children Delpha Vestal and Harry a mother four brothers and three sisters Local obituary notes her devout Christian life and influence A separate notice remembers Berzzie Glenn son of WOA and Mollie Glenn who died February 27 1919 at age 19 after pneumonia burial at No 6 cemetery near Seymour with family and friends mourning his loss The piece ends with a poem about resurrection and reunion
Myrtle Jenkins of Hillaboro Ohio testifies that Black-Draught is a standby for her family aiding digestion and liver function. She recounts constipation headaches and nervousness improved by full then small doses and urges readers to get Thedford’s Black-Draught for their medicine chest at 25 cents to a dollar per package.
T H W B K Mathis, a young school teacher, has been appointed postmaster of Avi, reflecting trust in local education leaders.
An advertisement denounces calomel as a dangerous, salivating drug and promotes Dodson's Liver Tonic as a safe, pleasant vegetable alternative. The copy claims quicker liver relief, no salivation, and urges purchasing through a druggist with a money-back promise if not preferred.
Carl Garner of Seymour visited during the week to attend the Royal Areli Masonie meeting, joining attendees and participating in the event.
The February report from the Missouri State Poultry Experiment Station Mt. Grove records 300 pullers laying 55 813 eggs at 16 04 per bird. Missouri pens of S Rhodesaland Reds and Buff Orpingtons tie for first with 115 eggs per pen. Egg price averaged 36 2 3 vents per dozen, giving sales value near Ti cents per bird. eleven pens of six birds each exceeded 1 000 eggs in February.
Civil service exam for post office clerk and carrier set for March 22, 1919 at the Mountain Grove post office. Applicants aged 18 to 45. Married women barred. Height at least 4 feet 6 inches and weight minimum 126 pounds without coat or hat. For applications contact Floyd Edington, Secretary, Civil Service Examiners, Mountain Grove, Missouri.
United States Civil Service Commission announces an examination to fill a fourth class postmaster vacancy at Bryant and other offices in the Mansfield area. The April 12 1919 test targets applicants 21 or older, with age rules for states allowing 18, and requires residence in the delivery territory. Compensation last year was 240 dollars. applications should be filed promptly with the commission in Washington DC or the local postmaster.
A Mount Gilead area anecdote recounts a man who forgot Chamberlain's Cough Remedy after his wife used it. He blamed store clerks for substituting other products and urged shops to post substitutes clearly to prevent customer disappointment and loss of faith in good goods.
February proved a harsh month with a mix of hot days and cold spells, wet and dry periods, and strong winds. The final day was the windiest, as Moretas began with pleasant weather and hopes for smooth sailing ahead.
Sunset Hill reports last week social items with Misa Opal Pry visiting Miss Alma Draper and attending Sunday school at Prairie Hollow. Mr and Mrs Burley Moody spent Saturday and Sunday at her father Dave Bennett's. Elan Owens left Sunday night for Iowa to work this summer.
The advertisement argues overwork injures kidneys reducing blood filtration and causing body waste. It promotes Doan's Kidney Pills as effective, citing Mrs. G. A. Evans of Mountain Grove Missouri who claims cure after two boxes.
A breakfast hosted Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. by Misa Helen Jones honored Mrs. Stanley of Louilahville Kentucky visiting Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Livingston and Mrs. Vera Douglass. Guests wrote favorite recipes for the bride while Mrs. Stanley sang with accompaniment from Vera Douglass.
Patent advertisement notes Herbine as a remedy for constipation sold by druggists. Ad claims it reestablishes regular bowel movements. The brief notice emphasizes medical benefits and availability through pharmacies.
New statistics announced today by BK A Logan and Jewell Mayes of the Missouri Cooperative Crop Reporting Service show state totals for horses and mules. Missouri reports 1 040 000 horses and 74 000 mules, while Wright County is estimated at 7 674 horses and 2 086 mules.
Readable old style advice urges slow eating and thorough chewing. It recommends masticating meat thoroughly, eating lightly for supper, and taking Chamberlain's Tablets before bed if sour stomach persists.
An enduring cough remedy, Chamberlain's Cough Remedy has long been trusted. The message emphasizes dependability and time tested effectiveness, highlighting its reputation in past eras.
All bids for the Mansfield Avoa mail route have been rejected, according to postal authorities. No replacement bid timeline given, and officials will reevaluate contracting options at a later date.
An old retail ad claims ILERBINE relieves indigestion by soothing the stomach and expelling fermented water. notes it provides relief in minutes and is available at all druggists.
A brief line notes that Mr. A. Freeman visited Louis this week to purchase more goods for the G. W. Freeman and Son general store, indicating ongoing inventory replenishment.
An excerpt from an old encyclopedia describes how tobacco flavor is influenced by aroma and preparation. It guides smokers to sniff freshly opened tobacco to judge quality, brush a slight amount onto the palm, and note the distinct fragrance before smoking. It also suggests pairing Purley tobacco with a touch of Jamaica chocolate to enhance aroma.
Jack Harris of Sevier and Merc and Susan Lemon of Odin were married at Hartville recently, joining the two families in a ceremony noted by local circles.
An old advertisement argues catarrhal deafness cannot be cured by ear drops but only by a constitutional treatment. It explains inflammation of the Eustachian tube causes rumbling and deafness if not reduced, claims Hall's Catarrh Medicine cures the mucous surface condition, and offers circulars and a laboratory address in Toledo for free information.
An item lists Miss Rosa Morgan and Miss Cogella Christy as the examinees taking the teachers' examination in Hartville.
When a bad taste in the mouth signals faulty digestion, Chamberlain's Tablets are advised to correct the disorder. They also promote a gentle bowel movement, claimed as one of the best medicines you will become acquainted with.
P O Inspector from BR A Ward visited Mansfeld recently and found the post office in good shape with acting postmaster C A Stephens present and actively managing operations.
Surgeons affirm prompt first treatment with an efficient antiseptic prevents infection and speeds healing for cuts burns bruises and wounds. Bronzone is marketed as the ideal antiseptic and healing agent for emergencies, available at druggists.
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