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Newspaper
Mansfield Mirror
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1920
Page
4
ASPIRIN Engineer John Kelton and Division Roadmaster H M Farkuharaon were killed when Frisco passenger train No 106 wrecked Thursday night at Bono Arkansas. Others were injured. Wreck is believed caused by spreading of the rails.
The article promotes drinking hot water with limestone phosphate each morning to flush the stomach liver kidneys and bowels. It claims internal cleansing prevents headaches bilious attacks bad breath and other ills while comparing it to external soap and hot water cleansing. A Halloween party in Mansfield awarded prizes to Misses Elves Turner Helen Friend and Elizabeth Anderson.
An old medical pamphlet extols a grape and lemon salt remedy to cleanse kidneys, ease backache, and boost urinary tract function. It advises high water intake, argues kidneys filter blood, and promotes the effervescent drink as safe and beneficial for bladder weakness and general kidney activity.
Nov 7 program includes Leader Jessie Hoover Song and Prayer as topics on world peace. Speakers address sources of peace, Christ's role, church action, labor and capital harmony, unity among friends, and personal peace, with names Fay Yates Ulis Cantrell Eftie Cantrell Lois Beach Leota Hoover Marie Norcross Mrs Peters Edna Palmer Emin Palmer Richard Jarice Herman Willumes.
Public sale to be held at T M Moland farm north of Mansfield near Wolf Creek store starting 10 a.m. Items include horses, a Jersey cow, farm tools, wagon, harness, household goods, and miscellaneous. Terms cash on sums under 10, credit on bankable notes at 6 percent interest. Also notes about American Legion Day events in Mansfield with all posts assembling, field meet, dinner, and medal presentation by a War Department officer.
L A Johnson of Clislowa purchased the T F Lenhart onder igkine business and acquired Manefield Furniture Co of W D Pulliveten. He plans to maintain both operations while considering future locations. Lenhart undecided on where to move and will visit relatives in Olkdmahonim before choosing. The notice also mentions losses of Dee ple and Pollington remaining in Mansfield.
Odd wartime style note describes sulfur as a remedy for itchy skin rashes and eczema. It claims sulfur heals blotches quickly and eases discomfort. The text mixes unclear phrases and regional terms, but centers on sulfur’s touted soothing effects.
Fragmentary notice shows lumber for sale near a fair ground linked to Liberal and Seilfwater area. Details unclear due to garbled OCR but indicates wood products and local fair context. No clear dates, prices, or contact information readable.
An old time remedy for darkening gray hair is revived with Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound sold in drug stores. Apply with a comb to strands, and by morning gray hair darkens with a glossy, full appearance. Not a cure but a cosmetic preparation.
Mrs Blanche Anderson survived a surprise tacky party Monday night when Embroidery Club members and families gathered at her home with food and laughter. The top tacky prize went to Mrs Geo B Freeman. Guests included W Mays and wife G C Freeman and wife Geo B Freeman and wife Horace Paul and wife W C Coday and wife C B Coday and wife Mrs M West Miss Maude Reynolds Maurice and Robert Freeman Miss Gean Freeman George Mrooman and Mrs Ontee F sun Miss Khailine Piul.
The Wright County Partners Association held a large meeting Friday at the Armstrong Opera House Hall. Speeches were given by Walter Wadsworth of Springfield and Mr. Lene of Ozark.
A small package of Hamburg Treast Tea is recommended at pharmacies. Use one tablespoonful steeped in boiling water, drink a teacup full to relieve congestion, loosen bowels, and help break a cold. It is inexpensive vegetable medicine safe for use any time of day or before bed.
An advertisement touts St Jacobs Oil as a harmless remedy for rheumatism and related pains. It claims quick soothing of aching joints muscles and bones including sciatica lumbago and backache with a 35 cent bottle available locally. It urges rubbing on to ease soreness and stiffness and to rid the pain promptly.
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