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Newspaper
Mansfield Mirror
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1917
Page
1
Public sale announced for Thursday November 8 involving livestock and household goods. Items listed include horses hogs geese bees and farm implements with various parcels and tracts as described in bills and notices. Public sale location is northwest of Mansth and south of Ohta with goods described as led and owned by Joseve Ruste.
Deputy Harris recounts his struggle with the prisoners following the escape at the body of baby Lioeet. A brief item priced at twenty-five cents invites readers to write to Box O7 South Side Staten Sprintfgeld Missouri for more information.
Farmers seek affordable credit as lenders advertise lowest prevailing rates. Local merchants mention new terms, including secure options and government-backed programs. Names cited include C Carter and Jaime Hue, with Maxwell al and Nedehy referenced in notices.
At Antioch Sunday school Miss Ilorence Null entertained the Wing's Messenger group at her residence Wednesday night. Music and games were enjoyed and refreshments served to a long list of attendees including Miss Aleth Torders Naomi Blazer Inez Daniels Viva Daniels Emma Ruedigzer Norah Stousdill Les Stousdill Sadie Murrell Lenin Pont and wife Eli Davis Carl Toocek Ray Teward Karl Howland Wille Murrell John Mackey Caison Stouwscill sepalt Wilson Howard Null. An enjoyable time was had by all.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Mes. ose Micilioton from Greenville Alabama discussing remedies for disease and childhood croup. It references a Halloween party and a personal note about past illnesses and treatment, with many garbled words and missing context.
A clipped listing of speakers and topics for a Christian Endeavor program focusing on perseverance. Names such as Mildred Freeman J U Charber and Mathie Hoover appear among brief sermon and talk titles. The fragmentary text suggests a community gathering emphasizing moral steadfastness and practical perseverance in daily life.
The Parent Teacher Association will direct regu larly meetings at the school house. Craig was elected treasurer replacing the resigning Mess Turney. A Friday evening program is planned with entertainment for the attendees.
Postmasters must collect postage at three cents per ounce or fraction for letters and other first class matter after November 2 1917 except drop letters. Drop letters mailed for delivery from the posting office must have postage paid at the rate for half ounce or fraction. Postal cards must be prepaid two cents and private mailing cards with messages must also bear two cents postage in addition to the stamp.
A consumer health tip explains that a diet suited to age and occupation helps the bowels stay regular. It advises when feeling bloated or constipated to take one Chamberlains Tablet as directed.
Wright County headquarters at De. FH Ruley’s office coordinates a countywide food conservation drive in Mansfield. Dr. Riley chairs the Wright County council of defense with Mrs. W. M. Divan and C. A. Stephens leading committees to enlist teachers and families, urging signed forms returned to Mrs. Divan in Mansfield. A Sunday observance and sermon highlighted support for the war effort and food conservation.
The Wright County Council of Defense proposes expanding its roster with four to possibly all named figures. Riley chairs the effort with Dr FH, RF Adams of Hartville, and Wo A Mansfield as initial members directing the recommendations.
Reynolds has bought property adjoining the square from Lewd M. Kingland for 8000 dollars and plans a brick service station of 115 feet. He is a Ford agent in Wright County and will erect the new building to better display and service his business, enlarging beyond his current showroom.
An old world evangelistic effort is described, detailing a modern church campaign starting November 191?. The piece frames spiritual struggle as a communal mission, urging congregants to join a new outreach drive led by church authorities.
A list of names thanks readers for cash on subscription since the last report. Names include S C Ripper Mansfield Homer Newton Loveland Col Ao Brasher Mansfield RK Handy Mansfield J A Young Monroe Wy J Vt Smith Mansfield A Cole Mansfield J VP Dennis Mansfield C M Seal Gas Beazeal Mansfield Frank L Beach Mansfield P H McCrite Bryant.
Preaching every second Saturday and Sunday with Sunday school is noted along with weekly prayer meeting on Wednesday. Miss Fern Brazeal and brother Ralph visited Springfield. Arthur Short of Minasfield spent Tuesday night with his uncle L. M. Ray and Tom Brageal eyed Ava for a possible license. ICHABOD CRANE Singing Sundays at 2 30 led by Prof. Bunch. Harges Chapel singing next Sunday at 2 20 from the old Work and Worship book. Lyle Wells left for Illinois for work. Eminous Likes and wife visited Win G Deckard's Peggy Short earlier.
Ikan Eo Taylor has joined the aviation section of the Signal Corps of the U.S. Army at Springfield and has been sent to Jefferson Barracks.
A short promotional note asserts Sasol Beggema Cure eliminates black heads pimples and rough skin. It promises smooth skin and claims effectiveness for conditions like Bezema. The text suggests a trial at a drug store and mentions a BSc.
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