02 Apr 1909
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Newspaper
Mansfield Press
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1909
Page
1
In a light hearted note from the game, Uncle Joe Canton is described as a veteran figure whose influence has waned as younger players emerge. The piece uses playful language to reflect the changing dynamics and shifting leadership within the team.
A note hints at an in process formation of a dried apple trust. It suggests promoters may hesitate to add any water, implying a cautious approach to assembling the venture and its potential stake.
Rumor suggests the White House chief secretary will shift focus to carpentry tasks, including sawing wood, as part of a broader reallocation of duties. No official confirmation has been released.
Auvin voices a stern warning that tariff policy fuels trust power, paired with a sharp jab against anti race sentiment, highlighting tensions in economic policy and social rhetoric. The remark signals broader controversy over protectionism and racial bias in public discourse.
A late report describes a Cuban uprising touching nearby Central American nations, with commentators noting that the development would be a near miss for stability if the event were more advanced.
General Hancock stated that tariff policy was a local issue, a remark met with loud laughter. The sentiment now reads differently as perspectives on tariffs have shifted with time.
The Birmingham Age-Herald questions whether Me Payne's bill is a worthwhile measure or merely a curious proposal that may affect federal policy and national finances.
A fragment from a historical note mentions Mr Car negie asking what a joke is and suggests he might learn by reading the Payne tariff bill. The text presents a concise, period tone with named individuals and a legislative reference.
It is gratifying to note that in revising the tani Mr. Payne had some regard for the country's coal bin.
A terse political barb arguing that Democrats could win by mastering double-edged tactics, playing both ends against the middle, and exploiting Republican weaknesses rather than pure opposition.
A fragment suggests a figure nicknamed Uncle Joe may be in line to back a jotof against Speaker Beauchamp Clark. The piece hints at uncertainty about names and timeframe, noting a time roughly two years hence.
A nostalgic verse about changing family life as a baby arrives. The speaker recalls bygone picnics, excursions, and social outings replaced by quiet mornings with the infant. Gratitude is expressed for the baby’s arrival and the new daily joy.
Farmer Jones laments wasted care for a thin horse at the trough and argues that individuals choose belief and heedlessness. He cites the proverb You can lead a horse to water but you cannot make him drink and asserts that individuality counts more than preaching or abundant teaching.
An old fragmentary scene shows Emma asking about holes in plaster while Willie explains they relieve pain. A rural vignette follows with a milkman, life in the city visitor, and a humorous exchange about a beekeeper and a biscuit of honey. Then a visitor from St Louis is invited to stay.
We, the Wife and Children of W S Dennis, thank friends for kindness and sympathy shown during our sad bereavement in the loss of our husband and father.
A Georgia caucus at Ga. R. Hall selects M. A. Freeman as chairman and J. W. Brazeal as secretary by acclamation. B. E. Newton leads 19 votes to 16 for Dr. J. A. Pyson, with Newton pledging duty over politics if elected. Aldermen named James Coday and Dr. J. A. Pyson, Marshal R. Strong. Election board details listed. one-ticket race expected, and local moves on school election board. Also notes W. A. Loutgenhiser of Rockford II buys Joe Letsinner property on Olathe road.
Local notes report court visits, illnesses, social calls, and travel. Residents include L O Neider at Ava court, Uncle Marsh Hensley frail, Miss Vida Coday sick, J P Anderson and Charles Bonnell out of town, and many neighbors visiting kin in Mansfield and nearby towns. New baby at Arthur Ross home, Hog and cattle shipment to St Louis, plus local business notes and health ad pitches.
Presbyterian church holds services at 11 am and 7 30 pm on the board Sunday of each month. Sunday School every Sunday at 11 am led by J A Russell, Pastor. Methodist church holds services at 11 am and 7 pm on First and Third Sunday of each month. Sunday School every Sunday led by B D Junes, Pastor. Alderman list includes N S Miller James Coday W H Sturre John W Bruzeal.
A list of fraternal groups with meeting times and officers: LO DgES No 146 meets 2nd and 4th Saturdays. REBECCA Lodge Lat meets 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. Mansfield Camp No 3148 meets 1st and 3rd Saturdays. Royal Neighbors meet 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. A M and A M Mansfried No 43 meets Wednesdays on or before full moon. R A M Mansford Chapter meets 2nd Saturday. Eastern Star Mansfeld Chapter No 76 meets 1st and 3rd Fridays. Officers named include George Tripp, Mollie Hensley, J B Freeman, Laura Miller, C A Stephens, and N N Nichols.
Local merchants advertise furniture, wallpaper, carpets, rugs, farm loans, alfalfa meal, clothing and dress goods at Freeman Fullington and G. W. Freeman & Son. The Farmers & Merchants Bank of Mansfield promotes high deposits and interest, naming directors D. P. Newton, J. D. Reynolds, Dr. F. B. Fuson, and N. J. Craig.
New Buhr Mill invites patrons to buy meal and corn chop for sale or exchange with custom grinding a specialty. J. F. Henson serves as manager. W. B. Fullington has a new line of rockers. O. L. Robinett of Mountain Grove visited Monday night for a few miles.
Annual notice to qualified voters for District No.16 Township 24 Kaoge 15 Wright County Missouri. Meeting at N N Nichols office on Tuesday April 16 1909 at 8 am. Proposals include issuing 450000 bonds to build a school house boundary changes between Districts 16 and 17 and increasing estimates for school purposes. Two school board members to be elected for three years. District Clerk M G Hensley.
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