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Newspaper
The Beaver Herald
Location
Beaver, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1909
Page
8
The Henana corrrespondence column appeals readers to send news promptly, vows publication on receipt, and explains shop delays. Local items mention Miss Ferrel Pinnell, families in Lakemp and Gate, broomcorn work, church efforts, and a community rally supporting Gate Valley Missionary Union.
Blue Mound School reports enrollment of twelve nondistrict pupils including three in ninth grade. The last year’s class returns, many pursuing high school work, with District Clerk Mr Shuler visiting. Delays include partitioning rooms and new desks awaiting shipment, while the Blue Mound Literary Society plans an October program and university staff assist with primary work. Parents and friends encouraged to visit, observe, and support ongoing efforts.
Surprise weather cools in the region as local farmer activity rises. Reports mention illnesses of Mr. Snodgrass, travel notices, crop thinning from broomcorn to wheat, births, return trips, and farm movements. Beevor County references include Beaver county and No Man's Land. Some figures note price at 125 per ton for wine.
Mr and Mrs. Wolter visited H. M. Berton and wife Sunday. Mrs. Sma Barden took a road trip to Boyd last week. She returned as Mr. Burden had traveled to Liberal with broom corn, passing Sroomcorn again before ending.
The Beaver County Teachers Association convenes in Beaver City in November but dates shifted from October to January 29. The State Agricultural Department hosts features with day and night sessions inviting all teachers. Community support urged to make the vacation grand. members asked to share programs and accommodations via Superintendent Meeks or Men. secretary Wo E Wickel and President Oris L McConn oversee arrangements.
Revival meetings led by Millie Wy Mason at the Christian church attract large crowds and steady conversions. Her clear interpretation of Scripture and engaging sermons draw many to faith and church membership as the series continues toward a anticipated victory. The Question Box discussion mode pleases attendees and showcases her deep Bible knowledge.
Dr Woods Hatchingon argues in Woman's Howe Cow rasion October that cures for coughs and colds are not quick fixes. He says most effective approach is prevention through fresh air, regular exercise, and strong bodily health rather than seeking a sure remedy.
An OCR fragment notes Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy to persuade readers to use it for coughs bronchitis hay fever asthma and lung trouble. The ad highlights lung health and public trust in the product with promotional language.
United States Marshal Abernathy arrested A. J. Kline in Guthrie on charges of fraud linked to the Boise City townsite sale in Cimarron County. Promoters allegedly sold lots before title was secured, with claims of wide cultivation and high yields used to lure buyers. Indictment cites mail fraud through false representations to promote the sale of over $100,000 in lots.
The page advertises The Pacific Monthly as a Portland publication with subscription offers and sample rates. It includes sale notices for land in Oklahoma, a personal testimony about Foley's Kidney Remedy, a Gray county marriage, and local real estate details. Names include McClure's Magazine, Woman's Home Companion, Ideal Homes, Carlisle, N.Y. Gen. Bure, and A. Groves of Beaver Oklahoma.
An advertisement touts a "pleasant and profitable economy" praising Quaker Oats as the best strength maker in the world and the cheapest food. It claims a family of four can enjoy a wholesome week of strengthening breakfasts from one package for less than a single greasy breakfast, and urges asking for Quaker Oats in tins that stay fresh indefinitely.
The Midland Grocery Co of Denver Colorado seeks an aggressive honest salesman with grocery experience to sell a general line of high grade groceries directly to ranchmen and large consumers. Liberal income potential. No application without references and past business experience.
The Christian church broomcorn was weighed and sold this week at 157 dollars per ton. Officials expect a detailed report next week on the total amount raised for the church, with preliminary figures suggesting a solid return to the pile.
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