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Newspaper
Mansfield Mirror
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1920
Page
3
An old blood purifier claims to relieve rheumatism by cleansing the blood of germs. The advertisement touts S. S. as a thorough purifier and antidote to rheumatism. It invites readers to contact the Chief Medical Adviser at 107 Swift Laboratory, Atlanta, Ga for literature and advice.
M M Muartin traveled to Antlers Oklahoma with A W Coppock of Clinton lingering this week as reported in local notices of arrivals and visitors.
Mansfeld hosted a Sunday medal ceremony in Hartville with awards from Mingguri to ex service members of Wright county. The Filmer Sellers Post American Legion organized the event, featuring Mansfield Cornet Band music and a large dinner. Colonel Ruby D. Garrett of Kansas City spoke, welcomed by a Hartville delegation.
Lead Hill Sunday school was canceled due to superintendent O B Whitaker returning from his home in Weambleau. Other notes cite spring showers, orchard spraying, and visits among local residents including Mrs Fred Goss Mrs Kiser Mrs Hampton Mrs Horn and Miss Lena Crider attending Manafield school.
Sunday visitors included Lillie and Albert Matlock Dewey Andrews Ivan Land Huber Harris Miss Allee and WI Matlock from Oklahoma They plan to visit parents J N Matlock before returning Mrs D S Dorrell visited Mike Brangtetler home Kilmer Fuge called on Mrs W T Andrews A severe hailstorm hit the area largest seen by many J M Newton and wife Marshal Dodson family and Will Paxton and daughter Faye were dinner guests at H N Matlock Attendance at New Hope Sunday School pleased plan for Mother's Day program next Sunday morning All are invited to attend Casey Jones
Showers and cooler weather in the Wolf Creek region. Rev West Walker preached at Wolf Creek last Sunday. Homer Randolph’s son Heens improving slowly. Miss Opal Bennett visited home folk Sunday. Dick McIntosh and wife attended Uncle Jin Dennis’ gathering. I J Dugger spent Saturday at Wim Shelton’s. Ray Ginn and Milas Opal Bennett dined at Marion Shelton’s. About fifteen neighbors helped Homer Randolph plant corn last Wednesday. Dennis recovering slowly. Lite Seldon Pry visited grandmother then Mrs Wim Shelton. Miss Della Coday spent Sunday with Miss Golda Bennett. Herbert Shelton lost a fine colt recently. Mrs We Shelton and Tittle daughter were visitors at Wim Shelton’s last Wednesday.
An advertisement touts DeLacy's French Hair Tonic as a pleasant safe effective preparation used by thousands. It promises to restore gray or streaked hair to its natural color, destroy dandruff, stop hair loss, and keep users looking young. Available at drug or toilet counters for $1.00 or by prepaid direct from DeLacy Chemical Co. St Louis Mo.
Local report notes that Jesse brazenly relocated to Roolia, challenging the post office’s traditional roost. Details remain sparse, but the move signals a notable shift in local stationing and administrative routine.
A Mansfield man testifies to kidney trouble and relief after using Doan's Kidney Pills. The notice quotes W. S. Smith describing years of pain, swelling, and back soreness, resolved after three boxes. The ad promotes Doan's Kidney Pills 60c and notes D. D. Norcross has moved to Norcross' farm near Macon.
The United States Civil Service Commission announces a rural carrier examination for Wright County to be held at Mountain Grove on June 12 1920 for Norwood and other post offices. Open to domiciled citizens meeting Form No 1977 requirements, both men and women may apply but sex may be specified in certification. Women face additional eligibility limits tied to wartime service and physical disability. Applications from eligible individuals should be sent to Washington at earliest practicable date.
Announcement for a May 1920 civil service exam for postoffice clerks and carriers at the Mountain Grove Missouri post office. Open to men ages 18 to 45, height and weight requirements apply. married women excluded. Applications and details provided by Floyd W. Lington, Secretary, Board of Civil Service Examiners.
Ava Herald reports a civil service examination to select a rural carrier for Route 2. The test will be held in Mansfield, Missouri, on May 8, 1820. The route travels about twenty seven miles, avoiding Larissa, north to Basher and back via Phippy Hollow church, with an annual salary of 1748 dollars.
Mrs Evan Roy spent Sunday with her father and mother. Dora Brotherton visited her father LL M Ray. Jane Letsinger and wife were with Uncle Wf Lelenper's for a day last week. Ten Freeman family joined Bill Shipley for Sunday. Frank Keith and wife stayed Saturday night with Mary Letsinger. Poly Boy and wife at his father's home. Mary Cock visited sister Aunt Lizzie Freemain.
An old advertisement touts Terbine as a remedy for heartburn and indigestion. It claims instant relief after taking the dose and mentions a price of 60 and selling location Fuson Drug Co in Ady.
Hartville Democrat reports Grove Spring Bank doors shut not by the Banking Department but by bank officers due to lack of cooperation. Depositors are not in danger and the stock, trading above par, may fall back to near par on reorganization. The Banking Department was notified as a precaution.
A fragment described as a famous remedy Jad Salts for kidney strain after heavy meat consumption. It suggests four ounces of Jad Salt mixed in water before breakfast for several days, claiming it neutralizes urine acids and prevents bladder irritation. The text promotes Jad Salts as a life saver and a pleasant lithia water drink.
Sergeant Paul Robinett of Whatt ville Wisconsin was in town this Sunday according to local reports.
An old advertisement touts Bayer Aspirin tablets for headache and various pains including neuralgia and rheumatic conditions. It highlights a Bayer package of twelve tablets, branded as genuine Aspirin prescribed by physicians for nineteen years, in a handy tin box.
The report notes the birth of a clergyman named Rev. T B K Prall of Seymour during the week, highlighting a local religious figure in a brief notices column.
An old Sage Tea Recipe improved with new ingredients is sold as Wyeths Sage Tea and Sulphur Compound. It darkens gray or faded hair naturally and evenly after one or two applications, making hair look luxurious and youthful. It is described as a toilet preparation, not a medicine.
Any woman can dye faded clothing using simple directions in each package of Diamond Dyes. The instructions say wool silk cotton linen or mixed fabrics can be colored to look like new. The ad promises quick, easy results with color to suit taste.
Catarrh cannot be cured by local applications, internal remedies required. Hall's Catarrh Medicine is taken internally and claimed to purify blood and reach mucous surfaces. Endorsed by doctors, advertised with testimonials, and distributed by CHENEY CO Toledo Ohio.
Hartville Wty resident Judge Geo C Murrell is scheduled to visit this Sunday, according to local notices. The event highlights a coming appearance by the judge in the county seat.
Local social notes list Oscar Moody and Willis Moody hosting dinner guests. Visitors include Me and Mrs Tom Slate, Mrs Oscar Moody, Mrs Willis Moody, Frank Giskill at JC Rottorff's, Otto Moody and family, plus Ethel Pindley returning from a visit with Mia Quear Moody. An ad promotes Verbine with local dealer Fuson Drug.
Poly Boy and his wife have come back from a trip to Deepwater, ending a journey that included travel and unspecified activities. The return marks a quiet conclusion to their travels.
Texan wonder for kidney and bladder troubles including gravel diabetes rheumatic back pains and irregularities in men and women. If not sold by druggists it will be sent by mail on receipt of 1.26. One small bottle in two months often cures. Send sworn testimonials to Dr E W Hall 2926 Olive St St Louis Mo. Sold by druggists everywhere adv
A Mansfield area advertisement promotes RAT SNAP rat poison in three sizes 25c 50c and 1.00. It cites Woodbridge New Jersey resident B E Carpenter praising the product after removing rats. The item notes it is sold and guaranteed by R A Alcorn Hardware Co Fuson Drug Co Mansfield and Little Randall Norwood.
Readers are urged not to wait for scientists to discover a specific cure for influenza. The piece stresses early measures and practical remedies while pointing to ongoing research and medical guidance. It frames influenza as an immediate public health concern requiring proactive steps.
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