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Newspaper
Mansfield Mirror
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1920
Page
4
Rail timetable fragment lists trains for east and west bound routes with passenger and local freight numbers and times. Mentions agent L. F. Livingston.
Daily service between Mansfield and Ava with departures and arrivals noted. Leave Mansfield 10:00 a m after arrival of Frisco train 105. depart Ava 6:05 a m. arrive Mansfield 11:30 a m. return leaves Ava 3:40 p m to Mansfield 5:00 p m. Clerk Fred Grover.
Sunday school meets every Sunday at 9 45 am led by Supt C A Stephens. Preaching on the second and fourth Sundays. Rev T Lb Kitzinger serves as pastor.
Rev. T. E. Pratl, Pastor, leads preaching services on the 3:1 Sunday mornings and evenings. J. D. Reynolds serves as Superintendent.
An old ad copy promotes O ZO NOL as a daily nasal rinse claimed to ward off influenza. It touts three times daily use and notes availability from druggists in jars, reflecting vintage marketing language.
The Mirror announces W. Griffith of Wood Township as a candidate for Wright County assessor and Charles G. Sanders of Hart Township as a candidate for the same office, both subject to Republican voters at the August primary.
The Mirror announces Han Township's Johns T. Pope as a candidate for Wright County Prosecuting Attorney subject to Republican primary voter will in August. Pope seeks party support and faces primary competition.
The Mirror announces Jor H Dennis of Viearant Valley Township as a candidate for Sheriff of Wright County and John A Hensley of Micasany Valley Township for County Judge South District. Also Sheltons, Captain McDonald named for congress and district posts at the August primary.
The Merror is authorized as an Hons THOS L. RUREY of Lebanon to run for congressman from the Vieh Water district, pending the will of the Domoortle.
Announcement promotes Captain D T McDonald a Lebanon lawyer and ex service man as a congressional candidate. It outlines his education at Washington University Law School class of 1908, service on the Mexican border, World War I duty in France, and mustering out May 20 1919. It notes his age about 40, a wife and child, his policy views including support for the League of Nations and liberal postwar legislation aiding veterans, and his pledge to public service if elected.
Fragmentary political rhetoric discussion hints at incumbent Thee Lo Tuhiy seeking another term in Congress. Rubey Joy praised for faithful service while supporters call for continued leadership amid party divisions.
The letter writer praises Rubow for his service to the district and farming support, citing strong ties to Mansfield and local agriculture. He promises to engage constituents, visit Mansfield, and plan meetings in June and July, with a focus on returning to the district and assisting residents.
Fragmented OCR text discusses rate, term extensions, voter interest, and party alignment with references to Washington and a "Deane faite Party." It mentions farmers, markets, and a council or group urging policy shifts, with local political tensions in Phelps County Manned.
A Kansas City report outlines intense discussions over a proposed appropriation. Representatives pressed for restoration of funds while opposing members demanded stronger accountability measures. The piece notes partisan tension, calls for collaboration with the government, and mentions a November context and regional reactions.
A garbled OCR passage hints at a Republican candidate in a local office race. It references Tr Riley and a Witt Gober like figure, suggesting tension over the candidate selection and possible party maneuvering before a decisive public action.
A fragmented article argues sports build character and discipline in youth, citing baseball as central to national vitality, while noting the need for proper supervision and character training through schools, Sunday schools, and youth groups. It reviews supervision, leadership, and organized boys work as vital for healthy development and warns of supervision gaps.
The next regular examinations for the Wright county tenders featured a long list of subjects. Topics include Aiesgraphy Language Algeria Orlography Grimmar Arithmetic Literature Government studies physiology and related arts. Candidates must arrive promptly and bring a minmiber. The winner will receive travel fare to the State Fair and the convention will be held in Septore.
In the county race for sheriff, Dennoly of Peasant Valley Township announces candidacy. A Missionary Tagine elven member and Christian worker supports equity and protection for all, regardless of rank, promising scrutiny of property and family safety under county custody. Benny Hournt proposes Liberty Bonds and sale plans to fund candidacy, while Whitpea advocates protective measures and fair taxation.
Aleck Hyde of Trenton speaks across Missouri with growing support for the Reform Republican nomination for governor. Local audiences report strong reception and many supporters, indicating broad backing in the state.
The Mianstiehl Public School concluded the year under Superintendent O. Th Kay with a lively program. Students enjoyed a theater invite to see Three Green Eyes at Nugget Theatre, and the eighth grade graduation is set for Thursday after a full house gymnasium program.
Crocker News notes Lt. Mihes is expected to seek the congressional nomination in the district, with speculation that Hon. Thes Lo Mihes may again run for Congress. The paper urges support for a candidacy that would ensure faithful representation and steady district influence in Washington.
The Missouri State Journal notes Thangs L. Rubey of the Sixteenth Missouri district as a key bond member on a major committee drafting a bill. It highlights his prior service in the State Senate, as president pro tem, and a brief stint as lieutenant governor after the incumbent resigned, while detailing his influence in the legislative process.
Mrs W O A Tack and her son Franely travel to Kansas City to join Interchurch World Movement of North America meeting at the YMCA building with Wright County and Oxark Prep Association representatives. They plan to attend a Baltimore event and help organize a Mid-West Newsprint League including Kansas Minnesota South Dakota Colorado Oklahoma and Arkansas publishers. They also expect to visit Cameron and Franely will return in the summer.
A fragmented report notes a passenger train service on the Mansfield to Norwood route with disruptions. It mentions class constraints and a shipment of mail warrants proceeding by truck due to unspecified faults or delays.
An old advertisement claims catarrh results from germs in the blood and promotes S. S. S. as the only real relief. It urges readers to buy a bottle and notes free medical advice from an Atlanta address.
Weather stays cold as residents share routine visits. Mrs Watkins returns home with Molix Keith and AJ Lehegert. James Frown attended an event at Oboe and had dinner with Ukie Gites. J FL Dent spent Friday at L M Roy’s and the town reports a funeral meeting with Voly Toy and his wife.
The paragraph records unsteady banahal weather and mentions local figures such as Carl Shale, Oscar Moody and his children Leon and Lewell, with Mrs Moody visiting Mes Bert on Tuesday. It also notes John Moody of Waltereck visiting his son near Miantioll on Wednesday.
Leger Moody helps a Coffeyville based planting effort while Pere Aragent and his wife dine at the Ozarks arena, amid rain.
Pindley filled thin re KULK appointment at Wolf Creek Sunday. Moody's called at Oscar Macby’s Sunday. Norcross of Mansfield printed corn on his farm on Wolf Creek week.
Fragmented OCR note discusses surplus in home bank versus insurer, mentions excess and a call to action. Names include AC. Barton, Secretary, Mtn. Srove, Ma. The text is garbled with misspellings and unclear context.
Fragmentary OCR states chances King Pow 228 and Aner en Lee in relation to a united States organization. Mentions membership delve and harness a comender, with garbled names and details.
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