Local Prescott News Highlights Small Town Happenings
A scattered Prescott column reports visits by Nathan O Neal of Gordon and Ruby Mencennall en route to Arkadelphia. It notes a serious infant illness in the Bryson family, a near miss saving a finger for Watson Williams, and barber shop openings by McKelvey England.
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Nathan O'Neal
Gordon
Prescott
L. J. Bryson
Ruby Mencennall
Rosston
Arkadelphia
McKelvey & England
McRae
East Second Street
J. A. England
West Main Street
Jack McKelvey
Local shoppers and visits fill Prescott news
Berry Hesterley made a business trip to Little Rock. Mrs Niobra Blair of Boughton spent part of the day in Prescott on business. Mrs Gus Jones of Gordon visited her mother Mrs John Caldwell. Teachers to meet Prof Dunaway for Monday’s work at the school. Chas Remis and daughter Mary return from north and Canada trip. Andrew Moss of Louisiana spent yesterday in Prescott. Moss and McDaniels mothers were sisters. first meeting after years.
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Hesterly
S. Berry
Niobra Blair
Boughton
Prescott
Gus Jones
Gordon
John Caldwell
Andrew Moss
Louisiana
Mr. Moss
Mr. O. R. McDaniels
Miss Julia Logan Hosts Prescott Linen Shower for Ladies
Miss Julia Logan will entertain Prescott ladies at a linen shower at her home on Thursday afternoon September 17, complimentary to Miss Mildred McRae. The article also notes Terrel Moor, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Moor, received a severe wrist cut from a broken bottle. his wound was sewn and he is recovering. Prof L Dunaway returns from vacation to lead the opening of our public schools next Monday. Mrs Dunaway and the children will stay at Pee Branch for a few weeks.
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Julia Logan
Prescott
Mildred McRae
Terrel Moor
Ed. Moore
L. Dunaway
Faulkner County
Dunaway
Pee Branch
W. C. T. U. Column on Liquor Drain on Families
The column argues that annual liquor expenditure exceeds all gold and silver in circulation and production of 1905 06, showing the large drain on household and commerce. It notes that a nickel for beer or a dime for whiskey replaces bread and reduces family purchasing power, affecting every family.
Vote Against License Prompts Sober Retail Ban Debate
A speaker argues that small patronage yields vast drinker totals and imagined profits while noting the limitations on families buying essentials. The call to action urges voters to oppose liquor licenses in the polls.
Public teaching exams set for Nevada county in 1908
Notice: public examination to gauge qualifications of all seeking to teach in Nevada county public schools. Test in Prescott Arkansas on Thursday and Friday September 17 and 18, 1908. County Examiner P. F. Chappell announces the event. Also an employment ad for a delivery boy at City Market and Bakery appears.
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Prescott
Ark
Nevada County
P. F. Chappell
Prescott, Ark
Do You Play Fly Loo Seven Men In A Broker S Office
A faded note describes a game fly loo played by seven men in a broker's office. Each player contributes a lump of sugar to a pot and may dip it in acid cordial or chemical if agreed. The lump attracts others to gather the pot. no books or police interference are noted. Stakes range from ten dollars to hundreds in older times, with public eateries and clubs cited as venues.
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N. Y
A Writer of Insurance and Archival Fortunes
A portrait of Archie Haines of Equitable as a ruthless life insurance dealer. He allegedly amassed vast sums and then declared bankruptcy while offering $100,000 policies to a circle of social figures. At age 70 he was down to his last resources, having sold many $100,000 policies with enormous commissions.
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Archie Haines
Equitable
Haines
Gene
New Press
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Baker Drug Store
Meyer
Baker's Books
Rexall
Order of Eastern Star
Hesterly Drug Store
Eastern Star
Watson Williams
Fy Williams
Baker's Rexall
Signett
Baker’s Rexall
Baker's Drug Store
M. L. Nelson
H. M. Steephens
Wevling
Leity
Howard Terry
Walter Mauney
Murfreesboro
Wike County
John Milburn
Pomeroy Whitten
Ten Waller
Elmer Dorris
Bone Yard
Chris Barham
Shady Grove
Baker’s
Henry Alsebrooks
Waldo
Prof. Dunaway
Chas. F. Remis
Mary
North
Canada
Guthrie
Albert
Buchanan
Stainton
Citizens Bank Capital
W. B
RED Cross
Waller
Hanover
Thos, C. McRae, JR
Marlin ST
Taisteaetio
Tome Pinaire
Fiartipaissancey
Tomas
Wille
John C. White
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