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Newspaper
Mena Star
Location
Mena, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1899
Page
8
In a heated exchange aboard a vessel, two men debate the feasibility of locating a centuries-old wreck near a lagoon. They discuss reefs, coral buildup, monsoon timing, and the risk of searching in bad weather, weighing motives, routes, and the need for a trusted ally to execute a risky plan.
A crewman voices plans to abandon ship at Guaran to chase a wrecked galleon. He and Captain Halstead discuss locating the Ladrones reef, using Fray Ignacio’s account, diving gear, and a dynamite search, with nautical theory about currents, winds, and possible recovery by Manila authorities.
An old note asserts Dr MA Simmons Liver Edivine has constant curative properties, unmatched strength, and uniform effect, claiming it cannot be equaled. The terse claim emphasizes singular efficacy and universal result.
Five men were killed and two wounded in Hot Springs Arkansas after a shooting linked to a mayoralty contest. Victims include Police Chief Thomas Toler and City Detective J B Hart. Sheriff Williams’s son John Williams among the wounded. Grand jury to convene next week. Sheriff Williams and others jailed on inquest verdict. Local notices tell of social events and town developments.
Acorn residents note sprouting acorn crops and talk of new buildings. Mr January visits his daughter Mrs Henson while J D Garland recovers from illness. Attorney Olney and Gayle Green visit on business. John Kelley praises our burg. Mr Knight from Camden plans fifteen acres of strawberries. JB Littlejohn Co. offers a large stock of seed sweet potatoes at reasonable prices.
The Womans Literary Club met Tuesday afternoon with Mrs T E Dann in the Hotel National parlors for a session. Mrs Dunn read a biographical sketch of George Elliott to attentive praise. The society will hold its next meeting with Mrs N M Roach.
Additional local notes from the Star recount residents and events in Southern Missouri, Center Point Arkansas, and nearby towns. Carpenters, barbers, and planters are noted with property deals, new buildings, and moves. Readers are asked to return to back issues for continued Treasure of Santa Rosa Reef story segments.
A trio played music last night breaking the moonlit stillness at the Star editor’s home likely to honor the young ladies resident there.
MuleRaisers offer a stallion service at a Hall's addition barn in Mena. The mare owner pays 55 to insure with foal, money due when known. single leap costs 2.50 with payment due when service is rendered. Luke Emmerson is six, 15 hands, black with white nose. stock Mam moth Catalonian imported. Caution and care promised but no liability for accidents. Season runs now through July 1.
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