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Newspaper
Mansfield Mirror
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1919
Page
6
A fragmentary notice states that despite shallow cultivation some posts evaporate. It mentions board tests of soil, conducted by a university or agricultural department, aiming to increase production. The text is garbled but suggests state or department involvement and a focus on improving yields through soil analysis.
An advertising notice promotes B. A. Thomas Hog Powder as a health tonic for hogs. Claims include worm prevention and daily profits, urging farmers to buy from M. Noreress and promising a guarantee of results.
About a thousand interessed farmers feeders and retailers travel to Washington to oppose the packet licensing bill now before the senate agriculture committee. Witnesses claim the measure would raise living costs and press government control into business. Feeder J P Lynch from Tarkio says removing packers’ refrigerated cars would hurt the industry. Local business groups also oppose licensing as government interference. C T Caldwell of Moultrie Georgia notes Swift & Co. aided farm diversification and national distribution.
A fragmented advertorial claims that proper feeding and poultry remedies by B. A. Thomas' Poultry Hemedy can produce lean meat and steady eggs year round. The note, attributed to HL M. Noressa, appears as a local ad promoting stable poultry yields and eye appeal through routine use.
A historical snapshot notes about 200 diamond-cutting shops in Antwerp employing 16 000 cutters and 5 00 cementers, with total workers around 200 000. It links 100 000 residents to the diamond trade, notes hotel and cafe profits, private banking by merchants, and a Diamond Club with 12 000 merchant members.
In damp chilly weather there is a large demand for Pallard's Snow Liniment due to its renewing power for rheumatic aches and pains. People who know its benefits prefer to apply it at the first twinge. Sold by all dealers.
An ad promotes War Saving Stamps as easy to buy and convenient to handle with no red tape, urging readers to purchase today.
Washington testimony by F Edson White of Armour and Company reveals packers earned little from fresh beef, but profits from by products like hides, offal, and even banjo strings, soaps, and fertilizer. He explains cost allocation and local market pricing, noting overall profits on food commodities and by products.
An auction will be held at the Otto farm twenty miles south of Mansfield on the Mansfield and Ava road at 10 a.m. Wednesday December 3. Items include horses, cattle, farming tools, household furnishings, a telephone, furniture, appliances, and various odds and ends. Terms require notes on sums over ten dollars with 12 percent interest after one year. no removal until terms are met.
Advertisement touts B A Thomas Stock Remedy to treat weak scrawny calves. Promises digestion restoration and growth, claiming economical use. Endorsed by Hy M Norcrows.
A reader notice thanks subscribers for ongoing support since the last report. Names include Mrs J L Lee Cedar Gap H E Breazeale Wichita Kas Scott Mackey Springfield Sid McCrate Bryant O H Hensley Gerlane Ks Andrew Newton Mansfield Rev N Findley Macomb Aunties Newton Mansfield.
The Mirror announces renewal details for readers subscribing to its periodical service. Includes guidance on continuing delivery and potential changes to pricing and terms for upcoming issues. Readers are urged to confirm their subscription status and update contact information if needed.
Last week items report Mrs. John Robinson on the sick list. Jim Morris, back from Siberia, arrived home Saturday. Miss Chloe Connolly and brother Damarin of Springfield visited Sunday. D. Berry and wife, Pred Morris and daughter Elsie, and Scott Whittaker were Springfield visitors Monday. Ben Welch and son Roy of Hampton visited A Morris and wife last week. Lester Mingus spent Tuesday with his mother Mrs W A Daugherty. Mrs Tom Goss of Shenandoah Town died Nov 12 1900. Her body was brought by Hierson Mreell to Newton Cemetery for funeral Nov 14. Miss Annie Robinson spent Sunday with her parents. Miss Loeilie and Jamnita Daugherty visited Mrs Dessie Goss Sun City. Merell Ro Morris and sister Anna visited W C Bird and wife, and W Webster, Springfield. Tempest and Sunshine.
An old advertisement claims Chayoheriida's Tablet provides bowel movement relief and digestion improvement, noting it cleanses the stomach and revives appetite while promising a pleasant feeling after use.
Frank Williams and Mrs. Mary A Berry from Logan Kansas are here as Mr Williams purchased the 160 acre Ben Otto farm for 8900 dollars. He and his family will occupy the property.
Rain touched Lead Hill Tuesday morning while residents shared updates on family visits. Claud Heckendorn of Seymour and Sarah Rippee of Mansfield traveled between homes, with L T Rice relocating from the Jet Rippee farm to the Deaver farm. A baby boy arrived Nov 12 to Tarbutton and wife, whose mother Sue Bridstow from Springfield visited them. Cap Goss aided his brother Sam in woodwork as Mrs. Sullivan of Mansfield visited Jake Crider. Lucinds Goss died in Shenandoah, Iowa, and was buried in Newton Cemetery, leaving a husband and five children in the West. Mrs. Frank Ware of Olgalywina visited at Joe Goss’ with M B Hanevels nearby.
Miss Clara Allen underwent an appendectomy or related surgery and plans to return home soon. Maud Shiwes and Maud Shares are listed as sick or visiting relatives. Several churchgoers attended Macomb services. Nellie and May Wrye spent Sunday with Vomoyni's. Oscar Freeman is visiting. A surprising marriage occurred among Chasty and Viele Dyvers, with friends congratulating. Weather is improving after rain. Claribell Py is visiting relatives near Macomb. Miss Clara Allen will travel to Springfield for surgery. wishes for a swift recovery. Maud Shoms spent Friday at John Paige's. Macomb meeting concluded.
A fragment warns readers about common colds and early signs of illness. It recommends Chimberton's Cough Remedy for colds and notes quicker treatment reduces inconvenience. The note mentions a visit by a person named Storm of Springfield on Saturday.
Mrs J W Phillips of Redon Ga phoned merchant Floyd for a bottle of Chamberlains Cough Remedy saying she bought it recently and that it helps children a lot and keeps the cough loose and clears the cold Subscribe renewal advised after name on the Mirror with year figures shown.
Fragmentary OCR item describes horse colic and related care issues with garbled names and unclear details. Likely a veterinary health note or column warning about colic dangers and responses, but precise facts are unreadable.
Pleasant Street residents comment on pleasant weather with light frost and mild conditions. Miss Annie Rushing, recently in Tresten Texas for civic duties, returned home last night after a Saturday visit. Do Stogsdill and Millie Rushingalee spent the night there.
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