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Newspaper
Mansfield Mirror
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1917
Page
1
Ava and Hartville visitors are noted throughout the week with names like Tarbutton Young Dugan Dickinon Souder Nieman and Stephens. Residents from Ava Macomb Lebanon Mount Grove and Springfield appear in town, with numerous farm ads and shop notices, a few deaths, and local business promos.
Comanche leader Captain H Hicks of Mort Sill Lawton Oklahoma, a lecturer and poet, toured Sunday at Rev Joseph Davia's home on his long walk from San Francisco to New York. He claims 74 years old with a brisk stride and the ability to cover 45 miles daily. He traveled 102 days to date, finishing ahead of Cow Boy Weston, and continues his return after crossing much of Old Mexico. He recounts joining William Cody’s scouting party and earning the Indian name Wa Sho Shia brave man after a William Tell stunt. He asserts he walked alone through Death Valley and composed battle songs, and his version of the Lord’s Prayer in Comanche is presented.
A vintage ad touts Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey to end lingering coughs from January. It claims pine balsams loosen phlegm, glycerine soothes membranes, and antiseptic formula lets you breathe easier. Available at a druggist, suitable for all ages.
A crowd from Norwood attended Justice C. L. Beach's court on Friday, brought on a change of venue from Justice Graver. G. W. Housley was bound over to circuit court for carrying concealed weapons. The case against Everett Absher for wife abandonment was dismissed as he and his wife reconciled.
A brief ad claims Sanat EKezema Cure clears black heads pimples and rough skin. It touts smooth results and urges a trial. The note mentions a female seller at a drug store. The spelling and phrasing reflect a mid century voice.
Notices touch on local meetings and people including Rev. O. L. Wood, Dr. Ellen Anderson, and W. H. Shrimpton, with village movements, farm updates, and reflections on local business and seed saving. Mansfield debates government ownership of railroads. distant readers praise the Mirror.
Agent Livingston L. L. Livingston assumed control of the Frisco depot in Manafield, succeeding G. S. Burney after 32 years. Born from Cabool after 22 years as agent there, he has also served at Grandin. The change, ordered by A Khan of Jonesboro and W. P. Boyle of Springfield, shifts agencies to Livingston with Mr. Burney turning to farming.
Local notes report spring weather, oats planting, and a large crowd at a Fred Justus sale. Residents like L. Land and J. Justus are mentioned visiting Hartville Odin and Rudd Iowa. People help care for a sick mother, singing at Odin, and Methodist church services in Pea Ridge and Odin led by Rev. Bundy. Sunday school led by F. A. Dodson with Verbie Fuge as secretary.
An old time advertisement urges spring cleaning for skin clarity. It promotes Dr Kings New Life Pills as a mild laxative to purge wastes and brighten eyes, promising winder sluggishness relief and a fair complexion for 25 cents at druggists.
Rev. G. W. Holmes, pastor, preaches at the M E Church during Sunday prayer meeting and Thursday night session at the local church.
McCrie and Williams of Bryant received a fine Short Horn bull call from Idle Wild stock farm in Moniteau County. The note urges Ozark farmers to value good breeding in stock to boost profits and accelerate the region into a leading stock country. It encourages growing quality stock from the ground up and investing in dairy and poultry as a path to prosperity.
Notice to Manafield Missouri voters announces a mass meeting on Friday evening March 10 1917 at the G A R hall to nominate the mayor and one alderman from each ward. Attest J W Brazeal city clerk.
Going to Canada T. J. Strong leaves tomorrow for Nickerson Kansas where his mother Mra Isaac Strong has been visiting. From there they travel to Unity Saskatchewan where his sister Mrs. Harry Axford and family reside. Mr. Chambers will occupy the Strong farm here.
In Greenfield last week A T Priend Cantrell Oscar Rippee and N Lens ley appeared in Dade county circuit court. Friend and Cantrell won the case as McGee Co L represented them in the matter.
Norwood residents J. H. Orender and wife spent Sunday with J. H. Stephens. Stephens served dinner in honor of his wedding anniversary and his wife’s, and also the birthday anniversaries of Mr. Orender and Miss Julia May Behan.
The Mansfield Special Road District awarded the project for seven miles of road to Sherwood and Myers and J. T. Code of Springfield. Machinery will be shipped and work to begin at once.
City Council met in regular session Monday night and discussed various matters. Roe Strong was retained as night watch for another month as several bills were allowed.
N J Craig offers loans on good improved farms located in Keith Er Wright or Douglas counties. Potential borrowers should contact N J Craig for terms and eligibility.
Advertises farm loans at the lowest prevailing rates with prompt service. Mentions Adv. Gro. B. Freeman as the contact or sponsor. Provides no dates or locations.
R L Alford departs this week to Canyon City Colorado to reside. The note expresses regret at losing such excellent people and wishes them happiness in their new home.
G W Freeman envisions a new Bank of Mansfield on the Sirdome lot with M E Gorman. A St Louis architect discussed the project yesterday with Freeman to create a premier Southwest Missouri bank building in Corinthian style with Carthage stone front.
Nice weather returns to Rocky Point with farmers planning plowing and planting. Barley Stout bought a cream separator. T. J. Smith and wife relocate to Hartville. Luther Hoffman now works for Charley Davis. A recent rain and hail touched the area. May Findley spent weekend with sister Misa Cora. Misa Lydia McIntosh visited sister Mrs. Julia Davis. Herbert Shelton and wife moved to Springfield to attend Normal. DEW-DROP.
An advertisement promotes Ballard's Snow Liniment for back and aide pains that occur when you straighten up. It claims to relax contracted muscles and restore motion with soothing effect. Priced at 25c 50c and 1.00 per bottle. Sold by Fuson Drug Co.
Advice for parents notes that a light evening meal may reduce croup risk by avoiding a distended stomach. It warns to watch for early signs of laryngospasm and recommends giving Chamberlains Cough Remedy at the first hoarseness. Obtainable everywhere.
The Royal Neighbors Crescent Camp No. 1634 initiated Ida Morris and Mattie Tarburton at Tuesday night’s meeting. John Royd achieved second degree last Saturday. Refreshments and games followed for members and guests. A gold emblem pin was given to Mrs. R. L. Alford before her move to Colorado. She has long supported lodge work and will be missed. The I O O F appears referenced.
An ad promotes Sanol trial battle for a family remedy. Sanolia sold on an absolute guarantee. If it says Sanol ia is all right, price 5c and $1.00 at the drug store.
Emma Dee Randle impersonator gave splendid entertainment at the Christian church Thursday night as the seventh and last number of the Community Lyceum Bureau Course under the PTA. The event, praised for its high standard and faithful PTA work, left receipts about covering expenses.
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