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Newspaper

Mansfield Mirror

Location

Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1916

Page

8

Address of Elihu Root on republican defense and democracy

The speech warns the critical period after the great war tests our institutions and democracy itself. It argues the Republican party will guarantee prudent protection for American industry, a strong defense, and restrained but capable diplomacy to safeguard liberty and national honor. It emphasizes vigorous citizen service and unity to deter domination and preserve world peace.

Republican Party America Monroe Geldweil United States Taccty

Campaign Committee Seeks Male Contributions

Dialogue notes the campaign committee asking for male contributions with a quip about church collections. Omsar counters that such generosity may reflect a drinkers’ lack of credit. The exchange underscores social expectations and fundraising tensions in a political context.

Askitt-Easy chap faces heart trouble and card troubles

The note says Askitt-Easy has heart trouble and also trouble with spade club and diamond suits. It reads like a playful cryptic report about a person’s health and card game woes.

Askitt Noitt

Man Fishes for Chickens in Garden Gone to Court

Louis Boyden of Springside avenue fished for chickens using a corn baited trout line. A Rhode Island Red crossed the fence, swallowed the bait and hook. Boyden was fined 3.80 in court for the incident. the police reclaimed the chickens. Also notes cussing over rats and bag innovations for grain transport.

Louis Boyden Springside Avenue Rebecca Rosenthal Rhode Island Boyden Pittsfield Mass Dispatch New York World Minneapolis James F. Shannon Virginia

Woman writes cousin prisoner of war about pheasant shoot

A girl’s letter to a prisoner of war in Germany mentions her father planning a small pheasant shoot on his property and notes the father’s difficulty in obtaining firearms. The censor removed this minor military information.

Germany London Times

Quiet Exchange Sparks Faint Hope in Heartfelt Banter

A playful exchange between two men centers on mistaken romantic impression and shared humor about Misa Peach er's perceived interest. One character teases the other for optimism as they joke about being the sole focus of her affections and a rare moment of charm.

Lover Proposes Marriage to Daughter in Town Tale

A dialogue snippet shows a suitor asking a father to marry his daughter Henrietta. The exchange features a wary father and a narrator who jokes about the daughter's gullibility, set in a small town.

Henrietta

Seemingly Strained Family Inquiry in House Scene

A terse dialogue shows a household moment with a young wife asking if anyone smokes and instructing John to fetch auntie a cigarette, reflecting tensions and social habits within a domestic setting.

John

Pa, Was Joan of Arc Noahs Wife Moment Later

Dialog style fragment raises odd questions about lineage and origin. The exchange mentions Joan of Arc and Noah, then asks if ink comes from the Black Sea, reflecting playful confusion rather than factual report.

Joan of Arc Noah Black Sea

First father of triplets may have coined two's company

A playful quip suggests the origin of the saying two is company and three is a crowd. The speaker attributes the line to the "first father of triplets" in a humorous riff.

Hokus Pokus

Absent minded Colonel and vicar’s wife exchange

A brief humorous exchange shows a woman as the vicar’s wife claiming identity to a colonel named Bruggles. He responds with polite curiosity, expressing pleasure at meeting the wife of the vicar. The light banter hints at social introductions in a formal setting.

Dialogue on trust between husband and wife in court

A courtroom exchange questions belief in confidences within marriage. A judge observes and prompts with a remark about jealousy, highlighting tensions between marital privacy and scrutiny.

Public Forum on Interstate Commerce and Railroad Rates

Chas C Prouty as ICC member argues the commission must balance protection for shippers with ensuring railroads receive a fair return. He cites Judge Cooley on reasonable rates and stresses railroads as public servants needing private investment to grow with the nation. He notes railroads rely on private funds, stocks, and bonds for development.

Chas. C. Prouty Interstate Commerce Commission Judge Cooley Cooley Commission

Flooring Upgrade At Fauson Drug Co Store

New flooring has been laid in the Fauson Drug Co Store signaling a refreshed shop environment and improved interior for customers and staff. The update emphasizes durability and a new look for the local pharmacy.

Fauson Drug Co

First Ward and Second Ward Officials Meet Monthly

The document lists First Ward James Coday and EK Craig, Second Ward Dr J Fuson, with O L Robinett as President of the Board. It notes Dr J A Fuson and the council meet the second Monday evening of each month.

F H. Riley J. W. Brazeal James Coday Allopmoy Craig Marshal Short Street Short O. L. Robinett F.M Young Coday J. A James Coday Craig J. A. Funson J.A. Fuson

Frisco Railroad Timetable Arrivals at Mansfield and Ava

East and west bound passenger and local freight times listed for Frisco lines. Agents Burney and Grover note daily schedule with connections at Mansfield and Ava, including train 108 arrivals and specific departure times for Ava and Mansfield.

Frisco Burney Mansfield Ava Pred Grover

Baptist Church Sermons and Sunday School Schedule

Preaching services held on the second and fourth Sundays led by Rev. J. M. England. Sunday school convenes every Sunday at 9:45 a.m. Superintendent is W. B. Fullington.

J. M. England

Cumberland Presbyterian Church Preaching Schedule

Cumberland Presbyterian Church conducts preaching services every fourth Saturday evening and Sunday. Rev. Joseph Davis serves as pastor. 9 45 a.m. G W Freeman supervises.

Joseph Davis

Methodist Church Preaches on Third Sunday Schedule

The church announces preaching services every third Sunday morning and evening led by Rev. J. W. Needham, Pastor, with J. D. Reynolds serving as Superintendent.

J. W. Needham J.D. Reynolds

Church of Christ Bible School and Ladies Aid Notices

Bible school at 9 45 a m every Sunday led by J A Kiley superintendent Ladies Aid Society meets Wednesday afternoon all welcome to attend.

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Elihu Root Hazel Omsar Misa Peacher American Sociecy American Chemical Society Engineering Societies Ftreet New York Hia Commercial St Oliver Typewriter J. A. Hylton Col. T. A. Kay, Auctioneer Mansfield Art Studio Goh. Boelin Vas Seymour W. T. Norcross Springfield Bem Otto H. Kahn Snld Caris Pain Cumberland Presbyterian Church Church OF Christ
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