Flea Market Notes From Floyds and Mansfield
Local notices recap sales at Floyds store including new carpets and Singer Sewing Machines. Produce buyer W W Grimes advertises buying cream poultry and produce. Francis Wetting and Martin Coday return from overseas and discharge respectively. J D Reynolds promotes closing out sale with hats milinery hardware and general merchandise. Lost pin and ads for John Deere equipment appear amid town chatter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis Wetting
W. W. Grimes
John Deere
Otte
Wo Hadwin
Robert Green
Caboul
L. B Jolyson
Sikeston
Minisfield Produce Co
Advy
Martin Coday
The
Ariy
J. N. Perry
Olathe
Victory Liberty Notes Promise Postwar Financed Peace
Editor urges public support for the Victory Liberty Bond issue to fund postwar reconstruction and indemnities. Emphasizes the need for broad citizen investment, arguing bonds offer a strong return and demonstrate Americanism while aiding nations rebuilding from four years of war.
German Submarines Head for America Under U S Officers
A group of large German submarines with disputed records of attacking American ships sails toward the United States under American officers and crews. Some units may be sent to St. Louis to assist in the Victory Loan drive. The U boat bound for St. Louis separated from its group at Bermuda and is now near New Orleans. The voyage from New Orleans to St. Louis will take several days.
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America
St. Louis
Bermudas
New Orleans
Heroes by Hundreds Rally to Victory Liberty Loan
A patriotic wartime call urges Americans to support the Victory Liberty Loan. The piece praises soldiers as heroes, notes trains and ships returning and discharge camps, and exhorts readers at home to meet the nation’s war aims with full effort until victory. It emphasizes American resolve and the need to finish strong.
Sacrifice and War Bonds Stir Public Debate
Citizens debate sacrifice and patriotism as they invest in government bonds to secure national freedom and protect property. Veterans and supporters face scrutiny while critics mock fiscal loyalty and rally for Victory Liberty Loan interest.
Last Chance to Load Up on World’s Best Investment
A historical look shows bond prices rising after wars, citing 4 per cent United States Government Bonds reaching 140 and Liberty Bonds as likely to repeat the pattern. The piece urges buying Victory and Liberty bonds now, citing past peaks and ongoing financial recovery indicators such as rising bank balances, gold inflows, and reduced Federal Reserve note circulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
England
America
Federal Reserve
Honor Bound Urges Support for Liberty Loan Campaign
A pledge to complete the Victory Liberty Loan appeal is urged as a continuation of prior Liberty Loans. The appeal emphasizes personal and patron honor and asks readers to contribute to the fundraising effort and sustain public support.
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Uweese Sam
Finish as America must to earn a proud finish
A wartime editorial urges every citizen to complete the job and uphold national honor. It argues America should finish as its khaki-clad soldiers did, paying all obligations and avoiding any hint of shame. It stresses individual effort, sacrifice, and gratitude to maintain a resplendent place for Uncle Sam in history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Natons
Tims
Uncle Sam
Secretary Glass Warns Against Bond Scalpers
Secretary of the Treasury Carter Glass condemns scammers who buy Liberty Bonds and War Savings Stamps at far below value. He urges publishers to scrutinize advertisers, warns readers to deal only with reputable banks or institutions, and says the Treasury will pursue those who defraud investors. He notes swift action under the law to protect bond holders and invites tips on swindler activity nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter Glass
Liberty Loan
Department of Justice
Treasury Department
Victory Liberty Loan Drives Home Patriotism and Funding
Uncle Sam urges all Americans to buy Victory Liberty Loan notes starting April 21. The drive, last of its kind, emphasizes debt to veterans and overseas costs, with notes marketed as the safest investment offering attractive interest to support wounded and returning soldiers and ongoing government expenses.
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Sam
United
Victory
Victory Liberty Loan
Wilson
France
United States
Tax burdens rise as Victory Loan looms over taxpayers
Readers face higher taxes with six percent on income reports and fear heavier government debt. The piece urges buying Liberty Bonds to support the war effort, arguing lending to the government at interest is wiser than paying taxes that never return. It compares borrowing by the government to rent versus ownership, stressing the value of contributing to the Victory Loan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam
You Can Cut Income Tax By Victory Liberty Loan
Uncle Sam points to income tax forms to urge subscriptions to the Victory Liberty Loan. The piece argues that war debts must be paid, and taxes or loans will fund them. It stresses past Liberty Bonds and urges neighbors to subscribe generously to reduce future tax burden.
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Sam
Victory Liberty Loan
Dont Let Wounded Soldiers Hear You Say You Sacrificed
A wartime notice warns against claiming sacrifice when selling Liberty Bonds below par. It emphasizes that soldiers know sacrifice and that Uncle Sam will redeem at par on the bond’s maturity, urging careful wording. The message cautions against misrepresenting financial loss as sacrifice and reinforces par value for matured promises.
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Uncle Sam
Prosperity for Posterity in Liberty Victory Loan Message
Thrift aided the war effort and will secure postwar peace and prosperity. The piece contrasts a tax receipt with a United States promise to pay principal and interest, underscoring debt management and national finance after victory.
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Liberty Victory Loan
Farm Loans At Lowest Prevailing Rates Ad
Gro B Freeman promotes farm loans at the lowest prevailing rates with no delay, urging farmers to apply promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gro
B. Freeman
When You Have Backache Try Sand 50 Cent Bottle
Backache claims or liver kidney and bladder dysfunction are cured by Sand. A 50¢ trial bottle will convince you. Available at the drug store.
Henry Doughboy Devotes Liberty Loan Gift
A veteran recalls a shipmate who bought War Bond for the Fifth Liberty Loan with five months' pay, giving all to the country. He reflects on returning home and hearing criticism of another loan, hoping his fallen friend would hear the sentiment.
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Stars and Stripes
Sam
For Sale Items Include Cream Separator and Eggs
For sale one Galloway cream separator No 14 priced at 40 dollars used five months. Also KR C R I Reds eggs 31 50 per setting postpaid.
Regular teachers examination set for June 6 and 7 1919
The next regular teachers examination will be held on June 6 and 7, 1919, at Hartville, Mountain Grove, and Springfield. The Hartville building was destroyed by fire, so the county division is used for accommodation. Those attending the Normal may take the examination in Springfield. work starts at 8 o'clock.
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Hartville
Mountain Grove
Springfield
Ray Wood
Sanol promoted for kidney and bladder troubles
Advertises Sanol as the best remedy for kidney and bladder issues. Claims relief within 24 hours for back ache and bladder trouble. Guaranteed effectiveness offered at 50 cents and 91 00 a bottle at the drug store.
City Officials and Board Members Listed for Town Governance
The city announces its official lineup including Mayor J.B. Freeman Clerk J W Braseal Treasurer Blanche Anderson Attorney N J Guald Marshal J W Floyd Street Commissioner J W Floyd Collector C L Turner Police Judge Jas K P Coday Assessor C Newton Health Officer Dr J A Fuson Aldermen First Ward J C Turner and W A Black Second Ward Dr J A Fuson and L F Livingston President Board Dr J A Fuson Board of Health J B Freeman Dr J A Fuson L F Livingston Council meets the second Monday evening of every month.
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J.B. Freeman
J. W. Braseal
Blanche Anderson
N. J. Guald Marshal
J. W. Floyd
C. L. Turner
Jas. K. P. Coday Ass
Shor
Eeees Co
C. Newton
J. A. Fuson
J. C. Turner
W. A. Black
L. F. Livingston
J. A.fuson
Board of Health
J. B. Freeman
J.a.fuson
Train Schedules East and West Bound Listed
A local notice lists train times for east and west bound routes. Passenger trains No.101 and No.108 appear with respective departure times, along with No.241 local freight and other services. Agent L. F. Livingston signs as the station agent.
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L. F. Livingston
Passenger Car Schedule Daily Except Sunday Mansfield to Ava
Daily schedule lists departures from Mansfield at 6 45 a m and 10 00 a m after Frisco train 108 arrival, with arrivals in Ava at 8 00 a m and 6 30 a m respectively. Evening service leaves Ava at 8 30 p m and arrives Mansfield at 5 00 p m.
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Mansfield
Ava
Sunday School and Sermons at Local Church
Sunday school is held every Sunday at 9 45 a m. The September preaching schedule features Rev T B Ritsinger on the second and fourth Sundays with W B Fullington listed as the preacher.
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B. Fullington
T. B. Ritsinger
Preaching on the Fourth Sunday at 9:45 AM
Rev. John T. Younger leads services every fourth Sunday with G. W. Freeman as superintendent. The notice lists 9:45 a.m. start and names both pastor and superintendent for the church activity.
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John T. Younger
G. W. Freeman
Preaching Services Note From Local Church
Rev G W Holmes serves as pastor with preaching services every eighth day Sunday morning and evening. 9 45 a m is morning service with J D Reynolds as superintendent.
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G. W. Holmes
M. J.d.reynolds
Bible School and church services schedule
Bible school at 0 45 a m every Sunday led by Superintendent J C Carter preaching on the first Sunday Rev Oscar Wright pastor Ladies Old Society meets Wednesday afternoon
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Bible School
J. C. Carter
Oscar Wright
Ladies’ Old Society
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