Mansfield Press in Mansfield Missouri
Mansfield Press N B and Davis, editor and proprietor, operates in Mansfield, Missouri.
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Newspaper
Mansfield Press
Location
Mansfield, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1909
Page
2
Mansfield Press N B and Davis, editor and proprietor, operates in Mansfield, Missouri.
A collection of brief, diverse mentions spans inventions births and politics. Topics include the envelope’s 1683 origin, elevator speeds, Scotland tobacco aims, hero Jack Minns, peanuts consumption, Paderewski’s nail mishap, a piano mystery, congressional spoils, naval voyages, War rhetoric, a Cleveland Leader quip, pneumatic pompadour tires, England’s military zeal, and crust hardening claims by French scientists.
About fifty percent of New York deaths are natural, not surprising since only around one percent of the deceased live naturally.
In 1907 Great Stali supplied 20 900 bicycles to Japan plus 270 000 dollars in parts while the United States furnished 3 218 bicycles and 178 000 dollars in parts.
Due to the fight and ensuing damage at the last University of Pennsylvania underclass dinner, freshmen report difficulty securing a hotel to host their next gathering.
Observers note that women and children show greater bravery during earthquakes while men are seen as less steady at home, with remarks about fathers returning to a house left in ruins as a parable of shaken households.
The Chicago Daily News notes freshmen distribute garden seeds to neighbors with gardens or votes, while the University of Michigan asks students with cameras to photograph seniors unnoticed. Milk standards face continued agitation despite milk consumption declines. evaluating financial merit raises questions about pay and morality in politics and employment.
Speaking by the card, Mr. Rockefeller's latest gift of a million to Chicago University brings total gifts to $24,375,965. Gifts from other sources amount to $7,128,484, totaling $21,503,849. About $5,000,000 has funded current expenses, leaving a $26,500,000 productive endowment. The Boston Herald calls the showing handsome for a university under 20 years.
A wry quotation contrasts trust and pretense in marriage. The Philosopher of Folly warns that a man is foolish to believe all he hears, yet even larger folly lies in pretending to doubt. The remark highlights skepticism toward spousal discourse and social performance.
A four year old boy named Little Rollis sits to tomato soup and, eager to eat, complains the soup is so hot it makes sparks travel down him. The humorous remark follows as he hastily samples several spoonfuls before cooling.
Practical agricultural advice on feeding, barn design, stock management, and breeding. Topics include feeding cows and hens, proper housing and ventilation, calf and pig care, tool maintenance, silage, and breeding strategies for horses and poultry to improve profits and health.
The article advises sallow skinned girls to manage diet and dress to improve complexion. It recommends lemon water, ample plain water, avoid coffee tea and excessive chocolate, limit rich foods and hot breads, favor citrus and apples, and caution against oranges, seedy berries, and overripe fruit. It suggests color choices like blues pinks and whites, warns against ecru and greens, and recommends a black velvet ribbon and fold beads. It stresses testing colors with a trusted friend and avoiding flattery.
A health notice explains avoiding neck marks from very high collars by choosing a comfortable fit, airing the throat, and nightly care. It covers washing, cold cream massage, and a whitening recipe with honey and glycerin, plus a cautionary mercury compound for old lines, to be used by a chemist only.
A homey lamp makes reading pleasant and protects eyes. Instructions detail making a brass lamp mat mounted on leather using a 1-inch brass square, a 1.5-inch leather circle, an awl, carbon transfer, and stamping to finish. Includes notes on polishing and color choices with Russian calf leather.
A quirky feature presents a jungle dentist riddle about whether a tooth is pulled for a meal or a meal is planned around a tooth. The tone hints at humor and light satire from a wartime era strip.
An old advertisement copy claims a $100 reward for a cure related to medical products and family health issues. It mentions Hall's and CHESEY & CO as part of the promotion, with unclear references to medical solutions and remedies.
A humorous exchange has Mollie asked by a speaker if her hat sits straight even in heaven. Mollie agrees and the joke then shifts to imagining asking Satan to add brimstone to the punch line, keeping a playful tone.
A questionable ad appears promising quick relief for piles in a six to fourteen day window. The notice mentions a purported cure labeled Pato INTM Set and Scopranterd fey Cure, plus references to Hoblog Witint Bleed or Protroding and money ref. No verifiable medical endorsements are provided.
The note asks the reader to acquaint someone named happi ness with a neighbor, signing as Bishop Brooks, suggesting a social introduction or courtesy message between two individuals. The wording implies a personal invitation or recommendation rather than a formal public notice.
A vintage ad extols Red Cross Ball Blue as the best choice for cleaners, noting it’s sold at leading grocers for five cents. It offers a wry line about wisdom and wrinkles, then promotes Lewis’ Single Binder cigars and Peoria factory distribution.
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