Ladies Literary Club 1927-1929

Title: Ladies Literary Club 1927-1929
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extracted text: LADIES LITERARY CLUB OF OZARK
CLUB MINUTES
September 5, 1927 thru
May 27, 1929
September 5, 1927
The Ladies Literary Club after a three months vacation resumed work for the year,
meeting at the home of Mrs. Jude Hixson thirteen members present, who answered to roll
call with “vacation memories”. The meeting was called to order by our president, Mrs.
Madge Tunnell and the following business transacted:
Each member assessed by $1.00; bill for year books in the amount of $13.50 approved
and ordered paid; letter of thanks read from Mrs. Amie Hawkins and leave of absence
granted her for one year; leave of absence granted Mrs. Effie Kerr for one year; Mrs.
Margaret Wilson elected as Cor. Sec’y & Treas. To fill vacancy of Amie Hawkins,
resigned; voted that Linnie Steele retain her membership in the club; discussion as to
whether or not we would have visiting members for the year and no decision reached was
tabled until the following meeting; $8.00 collected and turned over to the Treas. The
program was carried out as in the yearbook. Mrs. Tunnell in her address asked that each
member make a suggestion as to what we would like to make our main objective for the
present club year. At the close of the meeting dainty refreshments were enjoyed by
Mesdames Tunnell, Brazeale, Wilson, Rogers, Young, Giehl, Steele, Herston, Farthing,
Cox, Park and Moore, after which the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Herston, Mon.
Sept. 12th. Ethel Moore, Secretary
September 12, 1927
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Minnie Herston Mon. Sept. 12th with
20 members and 2 guests, Miss Pavilek & Mrs. Forrester present. Roll call answered
with current events. Business transacted as follows: Grace Love to fill vacancy of Amy
Hawkins for the year; Mrs. Rogers to fill vacancy of Mrs. Effie Kerr for the year; It was
voted to visit the school each week – two members at a time as we started last year – Mrs.
Rogers & Jones to go this week; The advisability of the club installing a public drinking
fountain was discussed. Also a suggestion that the two clubs of the town get together and
see what might be done on “Clean Up”. All suggestions tabled until later, where each
member might think what they would like to do for the year. $13.00 collected and turned
over to Treas. 1 Chapter of Ivanhoe was read and Mrs. Rogers was asked to give review
of Chapters 2 and 3 and Mrs. Brazeale Chapters 4 and 5. The club was dismissed for the
social hour at which time the hostess assisted by Mrs. Forrester served dainty
refreshments. The club will meet with Mrs. Grace Love for the meeting Mon. Sept. 19
Ethel Moore, Sec’y
September 19, 1927
Monday, Sept. 19th The Ladies Literary Club met with Mrs. Grace Love at the home of
Mrs. Minnie Garrison. Members present, 19; visitors two. Roll call was answered with
“current events”. It was voted by those present to have a social for the teachers in our
school at the home of Mrs. Norah Cox, Wed. evening Oct. 5th and the following

committees appointed: Program, Mrs. Hixson, Bingham & Brazeale; Refreshment, Mrs.
Jones, Herston & Moore. The Pres. Appointed chairmen of committees as follows,
American Literature, Mrs. Ivie Rogers
Applied Education, Mrs. Ethel Shollenberger
Fine Arts, Mrs. Mary Bingham
Legislation, Mrs. Mattie Adams
Press Publicity, Mrs. Gertrude Wade
Public Welfare, Mrs. Josephine Jones
International Relations, Mrs. Minnie Garrison
American Homes, Mrs. Isabelle Alderman
Review of chapters 2 & 3 of Ivanhoe was given by Mrs. Rogers & chapters 4 & 5 by
Mrs. Brazeale. Mrs. Herston gave a Reading entitled “The Judge & John” which was
much enjoyed. After which the reading of Ivanhoe was resumed. After dainty
refreshments were served the club adjourned to meet with Ethel Moore, Mon. Sept. 26th.
Mrs. Morgan from the Union Mission Home of St. Louis made a short talk concerning
their work at this time. Ethel Moore, Sec’y
September 26, 1927
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Ethel Moore Sept. 26. The club was called
to order by the president, roll call was answered with current events. During the business
session the following bills were allowed. To Ozark Drug Co. $5.60; to Mrs. Bingham 25
cents and treasurer ordered to pay same. A letter was read from Mr. Rayburn relative to a
meeting of “The Ozarkians” being held in Ozark in the near future – also the reply made
by Mr. Shollenberger. No action on the matter taken as there was no definite time set.
Mrs. Rogers & Jones visited the school and Mrs. Jones gave an interesting an amusing
account of their visit. Mrs. Garrison and Reid to visit this week. Reports of committees
on program and refreshments of the social for the teachers to be held at Mrs. Cox. $1.00
collected from Miss Rees for an extra book. A short review of chapters 6, 7, 8 & 9 of
Ivanhoe was given and reading resumed on the book which included chapters 10 and 11.
Refreshments were served to 15 members and 1 visitor. Mrs. Roper being ill and unable
to have the club next week Mrs. Giehl volunteered to take it for the meeting Mon. Oct 3rd.
Ethel Moore, Sec’y
October 3, 1927
At the home of Mrs. Giehl Mon. Oct. 3d at 2:30 P.M. The Ladies Literary Club was
called to order by the president, Mrs. Tunnell. Roll call was responded to by Bible
verses. Additional plans were made for the social to be held at Mrs. Cox and it was voted
to write Mr. And Mrs. Matthews. Letter read from the Sec. Of the 6th District regarding
delegates to the convention to be held at Lebanon, Mo. Oct. 20-21 and 22d. Also a letter
from the Anna C. Gilday Civic Forum asking that we give some special program in
observance of Missouri Day. As the letter was received too late for anything on that date
this year, and our Mo. Program was one week later, nothing was done. This being all
business on hand the following program was given by the members: Club Song “Leaning
on The Everlasting Arms. Sentence prayers Reading of The Book of Ruth; Elizabeth
Adams sang “Entreat Me Not To Leave Thee” in a very pleasing manner. At this time
the hostess assisted by her daughter, Christine, served dainty refreshments to the

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following, Mesdames Rogers, Farthing, Hixon, Garrison, Adams, Parks, Young, Herston,
Alderman, Cox, Jones, Reid and Moore, after which the club adjourned to meet with Mrs.
J. F. Adams Oct. 11 – 1927. Ethel Moore, Sec’y
October 11, 1927
Mon. Oct. 11th The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Mattie Adams. Roll
call was ans. with the favorite Mo. author. Eugene Field seemed to be the choice. Letter
of thanks read from Mrs. Roper – also letter regarding election of a pres. For the 6th
district to be held at Lebanon Oct. 20 to 22. Mrs. Elizabeth Adams sang Mo. ??. Mrs.
Hixson was unable to be present and fill her place on the program. The reading of
Ivanhoe was resumed and chapters 12 & 13 read. Delicious refreshments were served by
Mrs. Adams assisted by her daughters Mrs. Anderson & Adams to the following
members – Farthing, Herston, Reid, Jones, Garrison, Wilson, Cox, Bingham, Tunnell,
Giehl, Young, Shollenberger, Brazeale, Park, Moore, Adams. After which the club
adjourned to meet with Mrs. Parks Mon. Oct. 17th. $1.00 collected from Mrs. Rees was
spent as follows: stationery .35; peas .35; sugar .30 = 1.00 Ethel Moore, Sec’y
October 17, 1927
The Ladies Literary Club met with Mrs. Rowena Park Mon. Oct. 17th at 2:30 P.M. Roll
call was responded to by 17 members with current events. Minutes of previous meeting
read and approved & Mesdames Tunnell, Bingham and Cox were elected as delegates to
the District convention of Federated Clubs to be held at Lebanon, Mo. Thurs, Fri & Sat.
Oct. 20, 21 & 22. Mrs. Herston was elected alternate. $1.00 collected for yr. Book from
Mrs. Alderman. After which the reading of Ivanhoe was resumed & chapters 15 & 16
were read. Those present were then invited to go to the Udine Café where bountiful &
delicious refreshments were served to the following – Mrs. J. F. Adams, Mrs. A. C.
Adams, Anderson, Brazeale, Cox, Giehl, Love, Herston, Hixson, Alderman, Rogers,
Wilson, Robertson, Tunnell, Parks, Moore & the Misses Phyllis & Patricia Alderman.
Club adjourned to meet with Mrs. A. C. Adams Oct. 24th. M. Ethel Moore, Sec’y
October 24, 1927
Oct. 24th at 2:30 P.M. The ladies Literary Club was called to order by the president Mrs.
Tunnell at the home of Mrs. A. C. Adams. Fifteen members responded to roll call with
current events. An interesting report of the Convention at Lebanon was given by Mrs.
Cox, Tunnell & Giehl. Mrs. Taylor was elected Pres. For the ensuing year. The next
convention will be held at Bolivar some time during Oct. of next year. Reading of
Ivanhoe was resumed and chapters 17 & 18 & 19 read. Dainty refreshments were served
to the following – Mesdames Tunnell – Shollenberger – Herston – Farthing – Alderman,
Reid, Giehl, Park, Roper, Wilson, Jones – Cox, Moore, Adams, Gibson, Young and
Adams. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. J. C. Rogers Mon. Oct. 31st. Ethel Moore,
Sec’y
October 31, 1927
The ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. J. C. Rogers for the first social meeting
of the year. Each member drew an envelope containing a picture and as roll was called
each one imitated whatever their picture happened to be the other members guessing

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what it was which proved to be amusing. Mrs. Adams sang a solo and Mrs. Alderman
gave a reading to music but while they were applauded in a hearty manner they never
gave an encore. A literary contest was held. Mrs. Young and Wilson winning the honors
while Mrs. Shollenberger & Brazeale were consoled with a mouse. During the social
hour Mrs. Rogers assisted by Mrs. Hixson & Farthing served dainty refreshments to the
following – Mrs. Garrison, Adams, Wilson, Young, Alderman, Jones, Giehl, Park, Cox,
Brazeale, Shollenberger, Farthing, Hixson, Moore & Rogers. Club adjourned to meet
with Mrs. J. C. Young Nov. 7th instead of Mrs. Shollenberger. Ethel Moore, Sec’y
November 7, 1927
Nov. 7th at 2:30 P.M. The Ladies Literary Club was called to order at the home of Mrs. J.
C. Young. Roll call was responded to with scripture verses on “Faith”. The minutes of
two previous meetings read and approved. During the business session it was decided
that the club sponsor a baby clinic all day Mon. Nov. 21st. The program was then given
as per yearbook. The hostess served dainty refreshments to the following: Mrs. Farthing,
Giehl, Brazeale, Wilson, Tunnell, Herston, Garrison, Rogers & Moore. Club adjourned
to meet with Mrs. Howe Steele at the home of Mrs. Moore Nov. 17th. Ethel Moore,
Sec’y
November 14, 1927
The Ladies Literary Club met with Mrs. Steele at the home of Mrs. Moore Mon. Nov.
14th. Roll call was responded to with current events. During the business session bill of
61 cents allowed and ordered paid to Mrs. Wilson. Mrs. Roper resigned as a visiting
member and the names of Mrs. Pile, Woody and Gibson presented to fill the vacancy.
The baby clinic to be held Nov. 21st was postponed until Mon. Nov. 28th. After reading
three chapters from Ivanhoe refreshments were served to the following members. Mrs.
Tunnell, Herston, Farthing, Hixson, Adams, Park, Wilson, Jones, Young, Reid, Adams,
Wade, Brazeale, Giehl, Cox, Alderman, Rogers, Garrison, Moore. Club adjourned to
meet with Mrs. Tunnell. Nov. 21st. Ethel Moore, Sec’y
November 21, 1927
The ladies Literary Club met with Mrs. Madge Tunnell Nov. 21st at 2:30 P.M. the club
was called to order by the President. Roll call responded to with current events. Minutes
of previous meeting read and approved. The following business was transacted:
Mrs. Pile to fill vacancy of Mrs. Kerr; To send flowers to Mrs. Kerr who is very sick; To
send Thanksgiving dinner to Inmates of County farm – same to be sent from Udine Café
@ 35 cents each 13 inmates. 18 cents allowed and ordered paid to Margaret Wilson for
postage. Mrs. J. F.Adams and Mrs. Rowena Park to visit school. Additional plans were
made for the Baby Clinic to be held Nov. 28th in lieu of regular weekly meeting and the
following committees were appointed – Gen’l Chair. Joe Jones.
Place – Mrs. Young & Herston
Equipment – Mrs. Brazeale, Bingham & Cox
Transportation – Mrs. Adams, Giehl & Moore
Reception & Assistants – Mrs. Farthing & Wilson, Reid, Shollenberger & Rogers
Chapters 23, 24 & 25 of Ivanhoe were read. The hostess served dainty refreshments to
Mrs. Bingham, Giehl, Rogers, Garrison, Brazeale, Reid, Park, Wilson, Adams, Young,

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Shollenberger, Herston, Cox, Jones, Steele, Love, Moore. After which the club
adjourned to meet with Mrs. Margaret Wilson Dec. 5th. Ethel Moore, Sec’y
December 5, 1927
Dec. 5th at 2:30 P.M. The Ladies Literary Club was called to order by the Vice Pres. Mrs.
Ida Brazeale at the home of Mrs. Margaret Wilson. Roll call was responded to with bible
quotations on Love. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved after which the
following business was transacted: Report of the Baby Clinic held at Courthouse – 37
children examined – 15 defective; Vote of thanks extended to the Legion for use of room
on Mon. & Tues; Report of Mrs. Park & Mrs. Adams on visit to school. Report of dinner
to Co. Farm Inmates and bill of 4.55 allowed to Udine Café. 1.00 allowed for flowers
sent to Mrs. Kerr. Voted to send candy & fruit to Co Farm Xmas. Mrs. Tunnell, Adams
& Pile were appointed as a com to attend to same. No further business to be transacted
the following program was given – Song – Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus – followed by
sentence prayer. Each member read their favorite Psalm after which the hostess served
dainty refreshments to the following – Brazeale, Rogers, Hixson, Giehl, Cox, Herston,
Pile, Farthing, Moore, Adams, Adams, Jones, Garrison, Park, Alderman, Wilson &
Tunnell – after which the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Shollenberger Dec. 12th.
Ethel Moore Sec’y
December 12, 1927
There was no meeting held Dec. 12th on account of the death of one of our members
Mrs. Effie Kerr
December 19, 1927
Dec. 19th The Ladies Literary Club met with Mrs. Josephine Jones – Roll call was
responded to with current events. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. In
the absence of both the Pres. & Vice Pres. Ethel Moore, presided and the following
business was transacted: Bill of $5.00 for flowers for Mrs. Kerri funeral allowed and
ordered paid. The following committee appointed to draw resolutions of respect for our
beloved member, Mrs. Kerri. Mesdames Reid, Farthing, Hoxsan. It was decided to have
our annual Xmas program on Friday, Dec. 30th at the home of Mrs. Ella Reid with Mrs.
Hasten, Jones & Wilson acting as program committee. No further business being
presented the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Reid Dec. 30th. Ethel Moore, Sec’s
December 30, 1927
The annual Xmas social of The Ladies Literary Club was held at the home of Mrs. Ella
Reid Friday, Dec. 30th. The program opened with scripture reading by Mrs. Mini Hasten
which was followed by a scene representing Jesus in the manger with Martha Louise
Adams singing “Away In the Manger” with Mrs. Steele at the piano. Mrs. Steele
entertained the guests with a piano solo which was beautifully rendered. After this the
Dubinsky Bros. Made their appearance on the stage and made many delightful poses as
statues among which were depicted, The Hunters – The Reapers – Charge of The Light
Brigade – The Harvester – The Chase Diana – The Apollo and The Laughing Queen.

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Two Black Faced Comedians made their appearance at this time and gave interesting &
entertaining accounts of some of our members – also member’s husband’s. The last
number on the program was the examination by members of Mrs. Minnie Herston who
was found to have one leg pushed away until nothing but flabby tissue remained.
Treatments at the clubs expense to restore same to its proper status will now be
conducted. Last but not least was the distribution of Xmas gifts from the tree to all
present. The hostess assisted by Mrs. Herston, Wilson, Jones & Adams served dainty
refreshments to the following members & guests Adams, Adams, Alderman, Bingham,
Brazeal, Cox, Farthing, Giehl, Garrison, Hawkins, Love, Herston, Hixson, Jones, Pile,
Park, Moore, Rogers, Shollenberger, Steele, Tunnell, Wade, Wilson, Young, Gibson &
Reid – after which the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Alderman Jan. 2nd.
Page 13 of this book has a loose handwritten list of “Business men who are going to plant
something”
Earnest Moore
Bonnie Bonnet Shop
Bank of Ozark
Bunch Bros.
Ozark Drug Co.
Kerr Service Station
Lumber co.
Bingham & Rathbun – may plant boxes
Bateman Shoe Shop
Stinson
Gray & Parten (possibly)
Also pinned on page 13 with a very small safety pin is the following newspaper article:
RESOLUTION
Whereas: The time came for the Maker of the Universe and the Master of us all to call
from the destiny of earthly life, the soul of Effie Jane Kerr.
Ad from the sadness of her life, we tell,
The sweetness of her life, as she did dwell
Among us here – friend, as true as stars above,
And one we all most dearly loved.
But in the passing of such a lovely soul, as that which found its home in the body of Effie
Jane Kerr, we, the Ladies of the Literary club of Ozark, who by knowing her in her home
and in our club, realize that only by an almost Infinite understanding of the great purpose
of motherhood and a full and comprehensive vision of the bond of friendship as lived the
soul of Effie Jane Kerr. And because we further realize that by her passing, this club has
lost a good member, and each one a true and trusting friend we resolve that her memory
shall be perpetuated by the spreading of this eulogy in the records of our club, and
Be It Further Resolved: That we furnish the bereaved relatives with a copy as an emblem
of sympathetic mourning, assuring them that in the sadness of their sorrow they may find
a sunbeam of gladness in the realization that her’s was a life of perfect motherhood; a life
devoted to building a monument of lasting friendships; and may we assure the mourning
hosts of relatives and friends, that no fire that can be builded on the altars of our speech

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can relume the radiant spark which perished with the passing of Effie Jane Kerr; nor can
any blaze born in all our eulogy burn beside the sunlight of her useful life.
And we further believe that the essence of her life and death, if spoken by her, whom we
so dearly loved, would be in the words of the poet:
Sunset and evening star;
And one clear call for me –
Let there be no weeping at the bar
When I put out to sea.
MRS. H. V. REID,
MRS. R. R. FARTHING,
MRS. W. L. HIXSON,
Committee
Beginning 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Alderman Mon. Jan’y 2nd. The
meeting was called to order by the pres. And roll call responded to with verses from the
Bible on patience. The committee on preparing the Xmas boxes for the Inmates of Co.
Farm reported and bill for same ordered paid. Bills for Resolutions from the Christian
Co. Republican & Ozark Democrat, allowed and ordered paid. The following
committees appointed – To suggest what the club might do to make some money: Mrs.
Alderman, Jones & Brazeale
To suggest what would be best to spend money for: Mrs. Herston, Young & Reid. Both
committees to report Jan. 9th. Mrs. Pile voted in as a member of the club. Mrs. Tunnell
& Reid to visit the school. The book of job was read from the 1st to 10th chapters. After
the members joined in singing a hymn the hostess served dainty refreshments to the
following: Mrs. Hixson, Adams, Tunnell, Young, Garrison, Pile, Brazeale, Adams, Reid,
Cox, Herston, Jones, Moore, & Alderman. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs.
Bingham Jan. 9th. Ethel Moore Sec’y6
January 9, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Bingham Jan. 9th. This meeting was
called to order by the pres. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. The
treasurer reported $18.00 on hand after all bills were paid. Committee on Ways to raise
money decided a play to be given by the club would be best, which met with the approval
of the club. The same committee was retained to select play & characters. The
committee on what to spend money for was not ready to report. Voted to send $2.00 to
Endowment Fund. Report of visit to school was given by Mrs. Tunnell. It was then
decided that a committee from the club would meet with the school board at their next
meeting. Mrs. Steele & Mrs. Alderman both gave excellent papers. After the club joined
in singing “America” the hostess served dainty refreshments to the following Mrs.
Herston, Young, Farthing, Wilson, Giehl, Alderman, Adams, Shollenberger, Jones,
Brazeale, Tunnell, Cox, Park, Rogers, Garrison, Love, Steele, Moore. The club
adjourned to meet with Mrs. Ida Brazeale Mon. Jan. 16th Ethel Moore secy.

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January 16, 1928
Mon. Jan. 16th The ladies Literary Club was called to order at the home of Mrs. Ida
Brazeale and the following members – Mrs. Cox, Farthing, Garrison, Young, Jones,
Tunnell, Adams, Shollenberger, Wilson, Reid, Wade, Herston, Adams, Rogers, Pile,
Hixson, Alderman, Park, Giehl & Moore responded to roll call with current events. The
matter of giving a play was taken up and it was voted that we give the play ourselves.
The money from same to be spent for civic improvement – our annual “clean up” and any
emergency cases that might arise. Mrs. Wade paid for year book. The following
committee appointed to see about hauling fertilizer for flowers and plants in courtyard.
Mrs. Hixon, Giehl & Adams. Mrs. Giehl and Adams, reported of their visit to school and
Mrs. Tunnell gave a report of her talk with the Supt. of the school also members of the
school board. The hostess served dainty refreshments after the program and the club
adjourned to meet with Mrs. Cox Mon. Jan. 23rd. Ethel Moore Sec’y
January 23, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. C. P. Cox Mon. Jan. 23rd. Club was
called to order by the pres. Roll call was responded to with current events. Minutes of
previous meeting read and approved. Bill of $2.50 ordered paid to Mrs. Alderman for
books for play. It was voted to place 4 loads of fertilizer at 1.00 per load on flowers and
shrubs in court house yard. Bill for same to be pd at Ozark Drug Co. where there is a
balance of $14.53 left from flowers & shrubs. Mrs. Wilson gave a very interesting report
of her own and Mrs. Young’s visit to the school. Mrs. Brazeale & Jones to visit school
this week. Mrs. Adams gave a very entertaining article on Porto Rico and the club joined
in singing the hymn - Let The Lower Lights Be Burning. The hostess served dainty
refreshments to the following Mrs. Adams, Wilson, Rogers, Reid, Giehl, Farthing,
Brazeale, Tunnell, Bingham, Shollenberger, Jones, Moore, Herston, Alderman & Cox.
After which the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Farthing Mon. Jan. 30th Ethel Moore
Sec’y
January 30, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club was called to order at the home of Mrs. Belle Farthing Mon.
Jan. 30th. Roll call was responded to with favorite character from Ivanhoe. Minutes of
previous meeting read & approved. The following committee was appointed to order &
have replaced the flowers in the court house yard. Mrs. Young & Shollenberger.
Committee to meet at school house with directors – Mrs. Farthing, Adams –
Shollenberger – Giehl – tunnell & Moore. Communication from the Treas. of Mo.
Federation of Women’s Clubs asking that our club dues be pd by Apr. 1st. Mrs. Cox gave
a splendid review of The Promised Land by Mary Antin which was followed by a short
discussion on Immigration. The hostess assisted by Miss Flo Roper served dainty
refreshments to 19 members & 1 guest – Mrs. Garrison being unable to have the club
Mrs. Moore traded times with her & will entertain the club Feb. 6th. A practice meeting
for the play was called at the home of Mrs. Ida Brazeale Thur. Febr 1st at 7:30 P.M. Ethel
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February 6, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Ethel Moore Mon. Feb. 6th. Minutes of
previous meeting read & approved. It was voted that the play be postponed for the time
being and the committee discharged. All books to be turned over to the president. The
committee on the place & program for Banquet reported the Banquet would be held in
the Christian Church Basement Fri. evening, Feb. 17th at 7 o’clock. Charges 75 cent per
plate – all honorary members & husbands to come if they cared to do so. The Supt. Of
the schools requested the Ladies Literary Club to give three numbers at their assembly
Wed. morning Feb’y 8th and Mrs. Jones & Wilson volunteered to give Betty & The Bean
– Mrs. Alderman – Narcissess Mrs. Adams to sing if she was able. 8 members paid their
club dues. Program was carried out as per yearbook – refreshments were served to the
following: Mrs. Young, Jones, Wilson, Garrison, Giehl, Adams, Adams, Farthing,
Alderman, Tunnell, Cox, Herston, Pile, Brazeale & Moore. Mrs. Roper asked to
entertain the club at the following meeting and the invitation was gladly accepted. Ethel
Moore, Sec’y
February 13, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Ella Roper Mon. Feby 13. Roll call
was responded to with current events. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved.
After which the following business was transacted: Motion made and carried that
banquet be postponed until later – time and place to be designated by members. Motion
made and carried that the first committee be discharged on account of two members
asking to be relieved. The committee appointed was – Mrs. Shollenberger, Adams &
Herston. Motion made & carried to have next meeting with Mrs. Love and have regular
program in order that we might have a date for banquet & program. Invitation extended
by Mrs. Cox a member of The Saturday Club of Spg. To attend the 49th annual banquet of
the club at the Kentwood Arms Hotel, Sat. Feby. 18th 1 o’clock. Letter read from the
Student Council of the High School thanking the Literary Club for giving part of the
program at Assembly. Two members paid dues. After the foregoing business was
disposed of the program for the afternoon followed. Mrs. Roper assisted by her daughter
Miss Flo served delicious refreshments to the following Mrs. Jones, Wilson, Garrison,
Giehl, Adams, Adams, Farthing, Alderman, Tunnell, Cox, Herston, Pile, Brazeale,
Bingham & Moore. The club extended a vote of thanks to Mrs. Roper for entertaining
the club and adjourned to meet with Mrs. Love Mon. Feby 20th Ethel Moore Sec.
February 20, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Grace Love in Springfield Mon.
afternoon Feb’y 20th. Members responded to roll call with current events. Officers of the
club being absent Mrs. Young presided. Minutes of previous meeting read & approved.
Mrs. Adams made motion that members decide whether to have banquet or take food &
the club voted to have banquet, committee to select place. Communication to Mrs. Giehl
relative to Junior Membership read and tabled until next meeting. After which the
program was given as per year book. Mrs. Steele giving paper that was due Feby. 13th
Also a piano solo. The hostess served delicious refreshments to members & visitors &
club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Herston Mon. Feb’y 27th. Ethel Moore Sec’y

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February 27, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Minnie Herston Mon Feby 27th at 2:30
P.M. the meting was called to order by the pres. And roll call was responded to with
quotations on “Hope” by 16 members and one visitor. The following business was
transacted. 6 members paid dues. Each member to make themselves a committee of one
to see if Juniors would like to organize a club. Discussion as to doing something with
Jones Spring Park in the way of making it more sanitary and it was decided to bring same
to the attention of The Commercial Club. Mrs. Hixson to see about the fertilizer for the
Court House yard flowers & Janet Malbun who was a charger member of this club was
made a life member. And a note to this effect was to be sent her with flowers Thurs.
evening Mar. 1st at Teacher’s College during a concert given by her . Committee as
follows appointed, Mrs. Young, Adams, Shollenberger & Rogers. Mr. Parker Supt. Of
our school talked to our pres. Mrs. Tunnell as to whether or not we, with the Modern
Seekers, would care to take charge of an Art Exhibit to be staged at the school house in
the near future. Same was tabled until next meeting. Mrs. Alderman gave check for
$1.10 in place of one that was misplaced some time ago. After the reading of Job
Chapters 21 to 32 ?? the hostess assisted by Miss Reba served dainty refreshments to
those present and the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Jude Hixson Mon. Mar 5th Ethel
Moore, Se’y
March 5, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Jude Hixson Mon. Mar. 5th with the
following members present Mrs. Reid, Young, Rogers, Pile, Tunnell, Herston, Love,
Wilson, Moore, Jones, Adams, Farthing, Wade, Shollenberger, Adams, Hixson. Roll call
was answered with Ancient & Modern Wonders of the World. Minutes of previous
meeting read & approved. Mrs. Hixson was to see further about the fertilizer. Bill of
5.00 for flowers to Janet Malbun allowed & ordered paid. Note of thanks read from the
Canard family. Mrs. Wade & Young pd fines for not having papers. Committee reported
the banquet would be held Thur. Mar. 15 if the aiv? Could serve it at that time. All
reservations to be made with Mrs. Pile. The following committee was appointed to meet
with the City Council relative to our White Way – Mrs. Farthing, Wilson, Hixson.
Motion made & carried to make Mrs. C. E. Reid a life member. The club decided to have
a social Mon. Mar. 12th at the home of Mrs. Jones and later decided to hold same at the
home of Mrs. Pile and the following committee was appointed to make a program – Mrs.
Wade, Herston & Adams. The hostess served dainty refreshments after which the club
adjourned. Ethel Moore, Sec’y
March 12, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Pile Mon. Mar. 12th. The club was
called to order by the pres. Mrs. Tunnell and a letter of appreciation of being voted a life
member of the club read from Mrs. C. E. Reid after which the meeting was turned over to
the social committee. Roll call was responded to with Presidential Quizzers – Mrs.
Elizabeth Adams sang in her usual delightful manner. Mrs. Alderman gave a reading
entitled Our Hired Girl & Mrs. Rogers also gave a reading from Longfellow. There was
a contest held at this time all questions being answered with titles of songs. Mrs.
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following members & guests Shollenberger, Brazeale, Hixson, Young, Wilson, Wade,
Jones, Giehl, Adams, Alderman, Moore, Adams, Herston, Garrison, Tunnell, Reid,
Rogers, Gibson, Clayman, Silvers. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Shollenberger
Mon. Mar. 19th. Ethel Moore Sec’y
March 19, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Ethel Shollenberger Mon. Mar. 19th at
2:30 P.M. The meeting was called to order by the pres. Minutes of previous meeting
read & approved after which the following business was transacted – corresponding sec’y
to write a letter to our congressman from the district asking him to support the bill before
the House to make The Shepherd of The Hills Country into a National Playground. The
motion made & carried that the club with outside help give an operetta at Jones Spring
Park – same to be held in May. It was suggested that the Drury Glee Club might give a
sacred concert some Sun. evening in one of the Churches – silver offering – but nothing
definite decided. (over on other page) The club was divided in two groups with Mrs.
Wilson & Jones chairmen object to raise money – losers to entertain winners. Roll call
was responded to with Favorite child in Literature. In the debate that followed on
Resolved That the people of U.S. should control the Birth Rate. The Judges Mrs. Young,
Bingham & Cox decided in favor of the affirmative. Mrs. Jones played a piano solo. The
hostess served dainty refreshments to the following – Bingham, Wilson, Pile, Rogers,
Reid, Cox, Park, Herston, Hixon, Adams, Alderman, Brazeale, Tunnell, Shollenberger,
Jones, Young, Moore, Farthing, Garrison & Adams after which the club adjourned to
meet with Mrs. Jones Mon. Mar. 26th. (P.S.) It is reported that Mr. Gideon asked the
man who was hauling fertilizer not to drive in court house yard. Mrs. Adams volunteered
to take the matter up. Mrs. Wilson mentioned the Jr. Club to her S.S. class of eleven,
who seemed to be enthusiastic over the idea. Mrs. Farthing reported meeting with
council members who said they were thinking of putting 4 arc lights – one on each corner
but nothing definite had been done nor would they do anything to detract from the beauty
of our city. Mrs. Bronson made a life member of the club. Speeches relative to banquet
were made by Mrs. Tunnell & Shollenberger
March 26, 1928
The Ladies Literary club met at the home of Mrs. Minnie Garrison Mon. Mar. 26th 2:30
P.M. roll call was responded to with current events. Mrs. Adams to keep on working on
the fertilizer. A short discussion was held regarding the Jr. Club and Mrs. Giehl asked to
take charge of same. Miss Rees was present and gave a very pleasant talk. A letter was
read from our Senator, Mr. Hours – and same tabled until next meeting. Nothing further
arising election of officers was held. The following being victorious:
Mrs. Ethel Shollenberger president
Mrs. Isabelle Alderman V. “
Ethel Moore
Secretary
Mrs. Margaret Wilson Cor. Sec’y & Treas
Mrs. Ivie Rogers
Press Reporter
After which the program was given as per year book with two exceptions – Mrs.
Bingham to give her paper following week. The hostess served delicious ice cream &
cake to the following: Mrs. Brazeale, Pile, Adams, Giehl, Young, Rogers, Alderman,

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Reese, Cox, Hixon, Tunnell, Adams, Garrison, Herston, Shollenberger, Moore, Wilson.
The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Josephine Jones Mon. Apr. 2nd. Ethel Moore,
Sec’y
April 2, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Josephine Jones Mon. Apr. 2 at 2:30
P.M. The club was called to order by the pres. Roll call was answered with Favorite
Book of the Bible. Minutes of previous meeting read & approved. It was moved &
seconded that we endorse the Com’l Club & ask the Southern Miss. Editors Ass’n to
meet in Ozark for their fall meeting in September. Nothing further being presented the
following program was carried out – prayer, Mrs. Farthing Reading by members
chapters 33-42 inclusive of the book of Job. Mrs. Cox & Shollenberger to select
someone to help with social to be held at Mrs. Shollenbergers. The hostess served dainty
refreshments to Mrs. Brazeale, Pile, Young, Rogers, Cox, Hixon, Tunnell, Herston,
Bingham, Adams, Reid, Jones & Moore. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Ella Reid
Mon. Apr. 9th. Ethel Moore, Sec’y
April 9, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Ella Reid Mon. Apr. 9th 2:30 P.M. The
club was called to order by the pres. Minutes of previous meeting read & approved. Roll
call was answered with quotations from Hiawatha. The following business was
transacted. Letter of appreciation of being made life member from Mrs. Bronson. Letter
of resignation from the club from Mrs. Park. Nothing definite done with same. Mrs.
Young stated there might not be sufficient money at Shollenbargers to take care of the
flowers ordered & to put something around the corners to protect them & the club agreed
to take money out of the treasury for same. Robertson Bros tendered their store to the
club one day same to have 10% on all cash sales. Mrs. Jones & Wilson to see further
about sale. Mrs. Giehl asked to be relieved of the chairmanship of the Junior Club &
same was tabled until fall. A short discussion followed as to how & where money might
be spent in the “clean up campaign” to best advantage and the following committee
appointed to visit highways and byways and make suggestions. Mrs. Reid, Alderman,
Pile & Adams, Mrs. Reid to interview Mr. Hedgepath relative to the old building on
Walnut St & the Highway. The hostess served dainty refreshments to the following –
Mrs. Pile, Tunnell, Herston, Reid, Brazeale, Young, Hixon, Giehl, Cox, Alderman,
Moore, Jones, Adams. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Ivie Rogers Mon. Apr. 16th
Ethel Moore Sec’y
April 16, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met with Mrs. Ivy Rogers. Mon. Apr. 16th 12 members and
two visitors Mrs. Deaton & McGrew responded to roll call with current events. Minutes
of previous meeting read & approved. During the business session Mrs. Brazeale
presided the pres. Being absent. Mrs. Reid reported on she and Mrs. Farthing seeing Mr.
Hedgepeth and that he spoke encouragingly of donating the property at the corner of
Walnut St. & the highway to the city same to be converted into a small park & bear his
name. General discussion of the clean up campaign. Letters were read from
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could to secure the passage of The Hills Nat’l Park Bill. Also letter from Mrs. Littlefield
Chm’n of transportation relative to Biennial meeting of Gen’l Fed W Clubs to be held in
San Antonio Tex. May 28th to June 7. Ms. Park’s resignation was accepted & she was
unanimously elected a life member of the club. The program followed – same being on
“Australia” Mrs. Adams & Rogers sang a very beautiful song with Mrs. Jones at the
piano. The hostess assisted by Mrs. Heaton served dainty refreshments & the club
adjourned to meet with Mrs. Ethel Shollenberger for social meeting Apr. 25th.
Ethel Moore Sec’y
April 23, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met with Mrs. Shollenberger Mon. Apr. 23 – 2:30 P.M. The V.
Pres. Mrs. Brazeale, presided in the absence of the pres. Minutes of previous meeting
read & approved. Letter read from Janet Malbon expressing her pleasure & appreciation
of being elected a life member of the Club. $50.00 from Wilhoit Oil Co. and $10.00
from Empire Dist. Elec. Co. was received at donations to the club same to be used on
cleaning up & beautifying Ozark. Mrs. Wilson to write them letters of thanks. A
Committee was appointed to get literature from the Spg. Chamber of Commerce and put
same in to school childrens hands – who would canvas Ozark – offering prizes of 1.50 for
first prize and 75 cents for second for securing the most signatures. Mrs. Adams, Pile &
Farthing to work on said committee. Mrs. Cox & Bingham were appointed to meet with
the council relative to East Side garage taking their cars off the square. A contest was
enjoyed in which Mrs. Wilson received the prize. Mrs. Brazeale second. Mrs. Elizabeth
Adams sang Dear Little Boy of Mine. The hostess served refreshments to Mrs. Farthing,
Hixson, Moore, Cox, Bingham, Rogers, Giehl, Herston, Brazeale, Jones, Reid, Wilson,
Garrison, Young, A. C. Adams & Pile. Club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Steele in Spg.
Mon. Apr. 30th E
April 30, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Linnie Steele Mon. Apr. 30. Nineteen
members & 10 visitors enjoyed the afternoon. Roll Call was responded to with “Favorite
Bible Characters”. The meeting was called to order by the pres. Minutes of previous
meeting read & approved. During the business session the following committee was
appointed to make suggestions as to what the club would have for programs next yr. And
to make year books – Mrs. Wilson, Brazeale & Jones. Mrs. Rogers, Alderman & Young
to meet with the County Court to see if they would do anything in regard to making
permanent markers for paupers graves. Mrs. Herston, Cox & Brazeale to meet with the
Modern Seekers and see what they desired to do in the clean up work. $10.00 was voted
to be given toward shrubbery to be planted around the schoolhouse. Mrs. Adams
reported handing out blanks to school children same to be turned in by them to the
Christian Co. Rep. Office. Mrs. Young gave a report of the shrubs that were replanted at
the court house & cost of same. Amie Hawkins resignation handed in and accepted and
the following names presented to fill vacancies: Mrs. Nelli Robertson & Mrs. Billie
Woody. Mrs. Tunnell reported visit of Mrs. Geo. B. Mangold from Mo. Women’s
Legislative Com. & if the club would like to take up the child labor question, would be
glad to furnish literature & anything else she could. The contest between the two
divisions closed – report to be given next week. Discussion of clean up Mrs. Reid

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suggested that we have a mass meeting trying to interest everyone in town. Mrs. Alice
Wade, a former member of the club, made a fine timely suggestion along that line. The
program followed – Hymn – Jesus Saves – Lord’s Prayer repeated in unison Book of
Esther – Mrs. Bingham & Wilson Miss Helen Walker sang My Dear Soul followed by
a duet “Come Sing to Me” Miss Walker & Mrs. Steele. Lovely refreshments were
served to the following: Mrs. Young, Brazeale, Barrett, Pile, Giehl, Elkins, Bingham,
Herston, Adams, Wade, Johnson, Reid, Walker, Cox, Garrison, Gray, Love, Adams,
Tunnell, Bruton, Hixson, Jones, Jones, Wilson, Robertson, Moore, Walker & Steele.
Mrs. Wade read a couple of letters from Janet Malbon which were much enjoyed by her
old friends. The guests as they were called upon expressed their pleasure at being
invited. The club was invited to meet with Miss Maude Reese Mon. May 7th which
invitation was gladly accepted. Ethel Moore Sec’y
May 7, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Miss Maude Reese, Mon. May 7th. The
club was called to order by the pres. Minutes of previous meeting read & approved. Roll
call was responded to with current events. During the business section motion made &
carried to pay bill for pipe & labor $7.00. Letter of resignation read from Mrs. Gertrude
Wade. Moved & sec. To grant Mrs. Wade a leave of absence for the coming year. Mrs.
Tunnell to write her a letter of appreciation of past services and ask her to remain a
member. Also moved & seconded that the club give her a shower bringing the gifts to
the club Mon. May 14th. The names for membership – Mrs. Nelle Robertson & Mrs.
Billie Woody were both rejected and were then again presented for membership – same
to be voted on next meeting. Motion made & carried to make Mrs. Wash Wade a life
member of the club. Report received of the contest: Mrs. Wilson $142.56, Mrs. Jones
$114.60, Donation $60.00 Making a grand total of $317.16. The town was divided into
groups according to wards and each ward divided into two sections – the members of our
club in each section working with the Modern Seekers in the same section (which Mrs.
Huston reported they would be willing to do. If any money was to be spent each section
to report back to the club. Mrs. Tunnell reported about the planting around the school
house. Nothing further arising the following program was given: Barefoot Boy – Mrs.
Jones, Bio of James J. Hill – Mrs. Wilson. The hostess served delicious refreshments to
the following: Mrs. Bingham, Cox, Farthing, Garrison, Herston, Jones, Moore, Pile,
Rogers, Reid, Tunnell, Wilson & Young. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Wilson
Mon. May 14th. Ethel Moore Sec’y
May 14, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Margaret Wilson Mon. May 14th at
2:30 P.M. Roll call was responded to on the Wonders of America. Minutes of previous
meeting read & approved. Report of purchase of shrubbery from the local agent and
planting of same around school house – bill for same & labor ordered paid. Mr. Maples
donated some spirea. Discussion on ??? taking over Jones Spring Park – relative to free
campground for strawberry pickers. Sine the labor time the business men have settled
same satisfactorily to those concerned. It was decided that the wards work in conjunction
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Mrs. Chas Woody were elected to membership to fill vacancies of Mrs. Amie Hawkins &
Mrs. Rowena Park, resigned. After the program as per yearbook the hostess served
refreshments to 14 members and three visitors, Mrs. Wilson, Mrs. Taylor & Miss Wilson.
The club adjourned with the winners in the recent contest to be the guests of the losers at
Heers Tea Room Mon. May 21st at 1:00 P.M. The next business & regular meeting of the
club to be held at the home of Mrs. Young Mon. May 28th. Ethel Moore Sec’y
May 28, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met with Mrs. J. C. Young Mon. May 28th. Mrs. Brazeale
presided in absence of the pres. Minutes of previous meeting read & approved. The
treasurer gave an itemized report of finance for the past year. Mrs. Adams & Moore O.K.
same. Motion made & carried that a committee be appointed to select man & date for
hauling rubbish advertising same in the papers. Mrs. Mattie Adams, Pile & Giehl were to
serve on this com. Balance of 2.31 left from flowers at Ozark Drug Co. was turned over
to the treasurer. 25 cents fine paid by Mrs. Shollenberger 75 cents was paid by Mrs.
Wade as her part on entertaining the Hustlers. Motion made & carried that the outgoing
& incoming officers comprise the executive comm. For the summer meeting with various
com. & attending to all business that may arise. Bill for 24 cents allowed to M. Wilson
for postage. Motion made & second to publish ordinance accepting receptacles for waste
paper to be placed around the square and give Mr. Parks the opportunity to keep the
square clean if he so desires. The following com. Mrs. E. Adams, Young &
Shollenberger were appointed to meet with the Modern Seekers relative to beautifying
the vacant lot on corner of the square. The program committee reported the lasts meeting
would be held at the home of Mrs. Bingham – each member to bring a dish. Mrs.
Shollenberger & Giehl to assist with the menu. The hostess served dainty refreshments
to Mrs. Pile, Adams, Young, Giehl, Bingham, Shollenberger, Adams, Brazeale, Wilson,
Rogers, Jones, Adams & Moore and Mrs. Homer Young – visitor. Nothing further
arising the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Bingham June 8th when a luncheon will be
enjoyed followed by a program. Ethel Moore Sec’y
June 8, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met Friday June 8th with Mrs. Mary R. Bingham for the closing
session of the year. The rooms were decorated with roses & daisies. One o’clock
luncheon was served on small tables. The Invocation was given by Mrs. Herston. Mrs.
Madge Tunnell, retiring pres. Gave a short summary of the years work & wished the pres.
Elect Mrs. Shollenberger god-speed presenting her with gavel, ring, key & the book of
Knowledge assuring her she would find use for all. Mrs. Shollenberger responded with a
few well chosen words closing with a wish that the year ahead may be as successful as
those gone by. Mrs. Ross Robertson responded for the new members of the club. Mrs.
Brazeale, who retires as v. pres. In favor of Mrs. Alderman paid Mrs. Tunnell as flowery
tribute in verse written by Mrs. Garrison for the occasion. Mrs. Elizabeth Adams sang in
her usual charming manner “Together”. Mrs. Margaret Wilson gave a reading - A
Modern Cleopatra – Two instrumental selections were given by Mrs. Hour Steele. This
closing program a short business session was held. Award of $1.50 to Mary Margaret
Pile for distribution of literature. Mrs. Steele tendered her resignation but the club
decided not to act on same until fall. The Petunia was voted on as the club flower.

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Discussion of ‘clean up’ and it was announced that Mr. Everett would haul trash Mon.
June 15th. It was suggested that each member try and think of some lasting monument
that the club might erect. Those enjoying the meeting were Mesdames Tunnell, C. E.
Reid, ?? Reid, J. A. Robertson, Ross, Robertson, Shollenberger, Moore, Cox, Garrison, J.
F. Adams, A. C. Adams, Steele, Hixon, Pile, Brazeale, Giehl, Young, J. S. Taylor,
Herston, J. F. Arn, Farthing, J. A. Rogers, Wilson, Rogers, Jones, Paul Barrett, Miss
Marguerite Bingham & the hostess Mrs. Bingham. Ethel Moore Sec’y
Summer
The executive board met twice during the summer and the following business transacted:
Mrs. Alderman & Tunnell to go before the city council and see if the city would be
willing to give the land between the two foot bridges. One on Walnut the other on
Church Street for a City Park. Bill of 75 cents allowed on cleaning up lot. Money – not
to exceed 15.00 be allowed for fixing behind the buildings on highway 65 opposite the
Lumber. Co. Each ward to have weeds cut where property owners couldn’t or wouldn’t
cut them. It was decided to have the trash hauled away in August and to place balance of
money on interest until early next year where the work can be taken up earlier in the
season. Ethel Moore Sec’y
September 3, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club after a summers vacation resumed its labors Mon. Sept. 3rd 2:30
P.M. at the home of Mrs. Clay Jones. The pres. Mrs. Shollenberger made a very
interesting talk after which the following business was transacted. Moved & seconded
that Mrs. Steeles resignation be accepted. Vacancy to be left open until a later meeting.
Short discussion as to advisability of having a visiting member in Mrs. Wade’s place.
Same tabled until later. Bill presented from Christian Co. Republican. Same tabled –
15.00 collected on year books. Mrs. Brazeale paying 1.00 for extra book. 4.80 ordered
paid for clothes for Ruth Wise that she might be able to attend school. It was voted to use
the money in the treasury for immediate expenses. Voted to have a miscellaneous
shower for Mrs. E. Reid who is leaving our town to make her home in St. Louis. Same
was held at the home of Mrs. C. P. Cox Wed. afternoon. Mrs. Rogers making a pleasant
talk & Mrs. Reid responding in a very gracious manner expressing her regret at leaving
her friends and her happiness in putting some of her burdens on younger shoulders. Mrs.
Cox served refreshments to those present and all departed for home after wishing Mrs.
Reid ‘God Speed’. No further business arising at the club meeting the program was
given as per year book with the exception of the trio which will be given Sept. 10th. The
hostess, assisted by her mother, Mrs. Reid, served dainty refreshments to the following
Mrs. Young, Robertson, Herston, Moore, Shollenberger, Pile, Woody, Garrison,
Brazeale, Reid, Jones, Tunnell, Farthing, Wilson, Cox and Alderman. The club
adjourned to meet with Mrs. Mattie Adams Mon. Sept. 10th. Ethel Moore Sec’y
September 10, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Mattie Adams Mon. Sept. 10th. The
meeting was called to order by the pres. Roll call was responded to with Foreign
Marriage Customs. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. The following
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Republican allowed and ordered paid. Motion made to elect two visiting members for
the year to fill vacancies now existing but same failed to carry. The name of Miss Ethel
Wilson presented for visiting member in Mrs. Wade’s place & Mrs. Silver’s name
presented if we were to have two visiting members. The pres. Requested the treasurer to
get tickets at Robertson Bros. For the things recently purchased for the Wise child. No
further business arising a short discussion was held regarding Mo. Marriage & Divorce
Laws. Mrs. Alderman being absent. Compassionate Marriage, Elizabeth Adams. Mrs.
Herston gave an excellent reading ‘No Place to Go’. The hostess served dainty
refreshments to those present and the club adjourned to meet with Margaret Wilson,
Mon. Sept. 17. Ethel Moore Sec’y
September 7, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Margaret Wilson Mon. Sept. 17 at 2:30
P.M. Pres. Called the meeting to order. Roll call was answered with Bright Sayings of
Children. Minutes of previous meeting read & approved. Mrs. Wilson reported Ethel
Wilson could not be a member or visiting member on acct of her health. It was voted to
invite Mrs. Butler to the club social day if Mrs. Bingham the hostess was willing. Letter
read from the Sec’y Federation Women’s Clubs, 6th Dist. Advising of the 25th annual
convention of 6th Dist. To be held at Rolla, Mo – Oct 2 & 3rd. Mrs. E. Adams & Mrs. E.
Reid were elected to go as well as any others who could attend. The following program
was given. Child Labor Law M. Tunnell
Song by E. Adams to be given at the social meeting as well as Reading by M. Wilson.
The hostess served dainty refreshments to those present & the club adjourned to meet
with Mrs. Bingham Mon Sept 24th Ethel Moore Sec’y
September 24, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Bingham Mon. Sept. 24th for the first
social meeting of the year. It was reported at the meeting there would be a basket dinner
served in the basement of the Baptist Church. Everyone requested to bring a basket and
the following committee appointed to work with the P.T.A. committee. Mrs. Woody,
Garrison & Robertson. Mrs. Adams & Reid reported they did not know whether they
could attend the convention at Rolla, but there wasn’t anyone present who could attend.
Dues collected 1.00. No further business arising the meeting was turned over to the
program committee. The program was as follows: Trio – Home Sweet Home – Mrs.
Hixson, Reid & Farthing Song – Elizabeth Adams Vegetable & Fruit Contest – Mrs.
Jones carrying off the prize. Poetry contest, with Mrs. Brazeale carrying off the prize.
Song – Elizabeth Adams. The following members enjoyed the meeting & refreshments.
Mrs. Reid, Herston, Hixson, Brazeale, Farthing, Moore, Giehl, Garrison, Young,
Robertson, Bingham, Alderman, Adams, Jones, Wilson, Tunnell, Rogers, Pile, Adams,
Woody. On account of dinner at the church Mon. evening the club will meet with Mrs.
Garrison Tues. P.M. Oct. 2nd. Ethel Moore, Sec’y
October 2, 1928
The ladies Literary Club met Tues. P.M. at 2:30 at the home of Mrs. Minnie Garrison –
the meeting was called to order by the pres. And the following members responded to roll
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Garrison, Shollenberger, Adams, Pile, Young, Herston, Brazeale, Wilson, Tunnell,
Bingham & Moore. 25 cents paid as fine - Margaret Wilson. Letter read from one of our
life members Mrs. Reid which was much enjoyed. Mrs. Shollenberger suggested that a
letter of sympathy be mailed to Mrs. Steele. Mrs. Adams, Bingham & Herston to write
same. Voted that we visit the school in pairs as was done lasts year. Mrs. Herston &
Farthing to visit this week. No further business arising the program was given as per year
book with Mrs. Adams taking Mrs. Reid’s place. During the social hour the hostess
served dainty refreshments & the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. C. P. Cox, Mon. Oct.
8th. Ethel Moore, Sec’y
October 8, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met Mon. Oct. 8th at the home of Mrs. C. P. Cox. The meeting
was called to order by the pres. Roll call responded to with Achievements & Failures in
Aeronautics. Minutes of previous meeting read & approved. As Mrs. Farthing &
Herston were unable to visit school last week they will do so this week. Mrs. Silvers
name was presented for membership in the club. Letter read from the Robertson girls;
same to be spread on the minutes: The Ladies Literary Club, Dear Friends. Such a sweet
letter of sympathy in our deep sorrow from such dear friends is consolation indeed. We
are cheered by the fact that he was loved and honored by all who knew him, and lived
such a beautiful life of service for others. It is true we ?? families and our ??, but there
will always be an empty spot in all our hearts for our beloved father. Everyone has been
so kind and a host of friends is the worlds greatest wealth. Papa loved everyone with an
unselfish love. Those who sought him for advice or money were never turned away
empty. He never stood back when confronted with an opportunity to help his friends.
We have his life before us to guide us as a beacon in the night; a beautiful example to
follow, which we can remember & admire with pride. We thank you for your dear words
of comfort and hope that we can carry on as he would have us. Lovingly, Linnie, Lola &
Dorothy Oct. 5 – 1928
Nelle Robertson paid a fine of 25 cents. Mrs. Rogers gave a short talk on her subject.
Spirit of 1492. The Spirit of St. Louis – Mrs. Bingham. Mrs. Jones was not present to
give her part on the program so Mrs. Rogers read an article on prohibition from Good
Housekeeping. The hostess served delicious refreshments to Mrs. Bingham, Wilson,
Rogers, Pile, Shollenberger, Moore, Herston, Farthing, Cox & the club adjourned to meet
with Mrs. Farthing Mon. Oct. 14th. Ethel Moore, Sec’y
October 15, 1928
The ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Belle Farthing Mon. Oct. 15th. The
pres. Called the meeting to order – minutes of previous meeting read and approved –
During the business session Mrs. Silvers was elected to membership. Roll call was
responded to with current events. Program was carried out as per year book with the
exception of the parts to be given by Mrs. Cox, Mrs. Woody & Mrs. Garrison all to give
same Oct. 22nd. The hostess served dainty refreshments to Mrs. Brazeale, Shollenberger,
Robertson, Woody, Rogers, Farthing, Moore, Reid, Hixson, Cox, Alderman, Jones, Pile,
Giehl & Adams. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Brazeale Mon. Oct. 22nd. Ethel
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October 22, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met with Mrs. Brazeale Mon. Oct. 22. Meeting called to order
by the Pres. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. Roll call answered with
current events. During the business session a letter was read from Mrs. Silvers declining
membership in the club on account of her health. Mrs. Cox & Aldeman to visit school.
Voted to send Mrs. Jones a note of congratulations & a blooming plant. Mrs. Woody to
get the plant in Spgfld. Mrs. Wilson stated that the Agr. Agent could get an instructor for
the ladies of Ozark sometime during Nov. the subject to be studied decided on later.
There will be an Art Exhibit at the school house Wed. night. Margaret Wilson & Mrs.
Farthing to assist. Mrs. Cox gave a short summary of the Legislative officers of Mo.
Nat’l Executive Officers – Mrs. Rogers Judicial Officers – Mrs. Tunnell. The principal
event of the afternoon was the pantomime grotesque – Juanita Woody & Mrs. Garrison
assisted by Mrs. Wilson & Mrs. Rogers. The hostess served dainty refreshments to the
following members Mrs. Garrison, Woody, Wilson, Giehl, Pile, Brazeale, Tunnell,
Robertson, Shollenberger, Hixon, Rogers, Adams, Alderman, Moore, Young, Bingham,
Cox, Farthing, Brazeale and one visitor Mrs. Silvers. The club adjourned to meet with
Mrs. Giehl for the Halloween Social. Mon Oct. 29th
October 29, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Giehl Mon. Oct. 29th for their
Halloween Social. The meeting was called to order by the pres. And business as follows
transacted. 1.50 ordered paid to Mrs. McDaniel for nursing sick woman. The American
Scrap Book & European Scrap Book ordered on 10 da. free trial. Nothing further coming
up, the meeting was turned over to the social comm. First on the program was a Song,
Ramona, by Mrs. E. Adams, (encore) My Blue Heaven – both were enjoyed by those
present. Next a Feather Blowing Contest was held – Mrs. Reid carrying away the prize.
Everyone proceeded to get busy with pencil and paper making a witch. Mrs.
Shollenberger being the best artist. The next on program was Historical Characters or
Ghosts of Long Ago which proved very real and entertaining. Mrs. Young recognized all
of them and was rewarded with a wise old owl. The seeress from the East – in fact from
Sparta – arrived and foretold, past, present & future of the members of the club and
predicted this would be a wonderful year for the Ladies Literary Club. The hostess
served delicious refreshments to Mrs. Hixson, Brazeal, Herston, Garrison, Young,
Alderman, Bingham, Giehl, Farthing, Pile, Adams, Robertson, Cox, Wilson,
Shollenberger, Moore, Reid, Adams, all members & one visitor, Mrs. Butler. The club
adjourned to meet with Mrs. Herston, Mon. Nov. 5th. Ethel Moore Sec’y
November 5, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Minnie Herston Mon. Nov. 5th at 2:30
P.M. The meeting was called to order by the pres. Roll call Impersonation of favorite
candidate. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved & during the business session
Mrs. Butlers name was presented for membership same to be voted on next meeting. The
treasurer was requested to pay bills as follows. 1.00 to Juanita Woody for plant
purchased for Mrs. Joe Jones 1.00 to Robertson Bros for nightgown purchased for Mrs.
Byrd. Mrs. Hixson & Mrs. A. C. Adams to visit school this week. Letter read in regard
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seconded that we send Thanksgiving dinner to inmates of Co. Farm & the following com.
appointed to see after same. Mrs. Hixson, Pile & Cox. The program was carried out as
per yearbook with the exception of the reading by Mrs. Bingham. The hostess served
dainty refreshments to the following Mrs. Adams, Shollenberger, Cox, Adams, Hixson,
Giehl, Moore, Herston, Pile & Woody. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Hixson,
Mon. Nov. 12th.
November 12, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Hixson Mon. Nov. 12th. Meeting
called to order by the pres. Roll call ans. With current events. Minutes of previous
meeting read & approved. Mrs. Butler elected to membership to fill vacancy of Mrs.
Steele resigned. Fines paid by Mrs. Bingham & Rogers. Mrs. Herston & Farthing to
visit school. Com. reported on dinner to be sent to inmates of Co. Farm. Appetite Café
to furnish same at 40 cents per plate. Moved and seconded that we entertain the teachers
at the home of Mrs. Cox time & way of entertaining to be decided upon later. The
program was given as per year book with the exception of Mrs. Reid. The hostess served
dainty refreshments to the following: Mrs. Reid, Giehl, Farthing, Wilson, Woody,
Young, Adams, Moore, Brazeale, Shollenberger, Herston, Robertson, Rogers, Hixson,
Garrison, Cox, Bingham, Pile, Tunnell - one visitor Mrs. Tidma Albert – and the club
adjourned to meet with Ethel Moore Mon. Nov. 19th
November 19, 1928
The ladies Literary Club met at the home of Ethel Moore Mon. Nov. 19. Meeting called
to order by the pres. Roll call was answered with current events. Minutes of previous
meeting read and approved. Mrs. Cox stated that she had decided not to have the
entertainment for the teachers at her home. Mrs. Rogers suggested that we have a
banquet at one of the churches for the teachers to be held early in Jan’y. Nothing
definitely decided. Mrs. Herston & Farthing gave an excellent report of their visit to the
school and reported there would be an extra good assembly program Friday. The
committee for arranging dinner for the Inmates of Co. Farm reported they had received
from Mr. Brown to apply on same. It was voted to assess each member 25 cents to pay
for the dinner. It was voted to return the Scrap Books ordered 2 weeks ago. Mrs. Cox &
Alderman to visit school. Mrs. Tunnell suggested that the square be decorated with
Xmas greens and the following committee was appointed to see the merchants about
decorating their place of business – also about hauling the evergreens – Mrs. Tunnell, J.
F. Adams and Mrs. Robertson. Refreshments were served to Mrs. Hixson, Rogers,
Young, Butler, Herston, Giehl, Adams, Shollenberger, Bingham, Robertson, Pile,
Brazeale, Cox, Pile, Farthing, Wilson, Jones, Tunnell, Adams & Moore. The club
adjourned to meet with Mrs. A. C. Adams for the Thanksgiving social Mon. Nov. 26.
November 26, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Elizabeth Adams for the annual
Thanksgiving social Mon. Nov. 26th. The meeting was called to order by the pres. Who
asked that the members pay in 25 cents for Thanksgiving dinner. The meeting was
turned over to the social com. for the afternoon. Roll call ans. With “What have I to be
thankful for?” Thanksgiving prayer – Mrs. Rogers. A contest was held to be ans. With

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magazines and Mrs. Young having the greatest number right was awarded a prize.
Margaret Wilson was winner in a jumble word contest – while Josephine Jones played
“Reuben, Reuben I’ve Been Thinking” Mrs. Alderman read some clever verses which
she composed while Martha Louise Adams presented Mrs. Minnie Herston a shower of
gifts. Music – victrola. The hostess served dainty refreshments to the following
members Mrs. Butler, Rogers, Bingham, Farthing, Cox, Brazeale, Giehl, Hixson,
Adams, Reid, Young, Robertson, Woody, Adams, Moore, Pile, Alderman, Wilson,
Herston, Shollenberger and one visitor Mrs. Gibson. Club adjourned to meet with Mrs.
Pile Mon. Dec. 3rd. Ethel Moore Sec’y
December 3, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Pile Mon. Dec 3rd. Roll call was
answered with Disastrous Floods. Minutes of previous meeting read & approved.
Collections of quarters on Thanksgiving boxes. Voted to exempt Mrs. Wade from all
assessments for the year. Report of dinner to Co. Farm and $5.20 allowed for same. Mr.
Cox took a bag of apples and passed to Inmates. The chairs are in bad condition and Mrs.
Adams volunteered to report same to the Co. Court. Report of com. on decorations for
the square. Same would cost from 75 to 80.00. They were successful in obtaining 56.00
with some 10 or 12 people yet to see. Moved & sec. That the club pay balance. Mrs.
Alderman & Cox gave an interesting report of their visit to school. Mrs. Hixson & A. C.
Adams to visit school next week. Bill of 1.00 allowed to corresponding sec’y for
postage, etc. Mrs. Young pd fine of 25 cents for not having her part in program. Flood
Relief Bill – Mrs. Pile Reading – Mrs. Alderman. The hostess served delicious
refreshments to the following Mrs. Robertson, Rogers, Cox, Jones, Reid, Moore,
Shollenberger, Wilson, Alderman, Hixson, Pile, Tunnell, Adams, Young and the club
adjourned to meet with Mrs. Ella Reid Mon. Dec. 10th Ethel Moore Sec’y
December 10, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Ella Reid Mon. Dec. 10th. Roll call
responded with my visit through a commercial packing house. Minutes of previous
meeting read & approved. Mrs. Young & Wilson to visit school this week. It was voted
to have the Xmas social Thurs. Dec. 27 at the home of Mrs. Rogers. Each one to bring a
gift not to cost more than 25 cents. Bill of 1.35 for flowers to Mrs. Giehl ordered paid.
The following com. was appointed to work with Mrs. Hawkins in regard to fixing baskets
for those who might not have any Xmas. Mrs. Moore, Woody & Farthing. Pure Food
Laws – Mrs. Adams. Mrs. Garrison & Adams both absent there wasn’t any further
program. The hostess served refreshments to the following Mrs. Pile, Cox, Butler,
Jones, Farthing, Woody, Reid, Adams, Robertson, Shollenberger, Wilson & Moore.
Club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Robertson Mon. Dec. 17th Ethel Moore Sec’y
December 17, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Nelle Robertson Mon. Dec. 17th. Roll
call was responded to with current events. Minutes of previous meeting read & approved.
Mrs. Tunnell pd fine of 25 cents. Mrs. Shollenberger to inquire if the teachers would
give the Xmas trees from their rooms to further decorate the square. Mrs. Woody to
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give 10 cents to provide a doll, stocking, etc. for Ruth Wise Xmas. Mrs. Shollenberger to
attend to same. Mrs. Adams to get fruit for the Co. Farm and send same. Report of
baskets for the needy families – bill of 65 cents allowed to Ozark Drug. Co. It was
decided to have the Xmas trees at the home of Mrs. Shollenberger Thurs. Dec. 27th. Roll
call to be answered with favorite poem – reading – song or stunt. Club to have regular
meeting with Mrs. Rogers Mon. Dec. 31st. The program followed as per year book with
the exception of Mrs. Adams who will give same later. Cor. Sec’y to send a nice Xmas
card signed by Ladies Literary Club to all life members. The hostess served dainty
refreshments to the following members. Mrs. Brazeale, Rogers, Farthing, Reid, Young,
Cox, Jones, Butler, Adams, Pile, Adams, Hixon, Woody, Alderman, Robertson, Tunnell,
Moore and two visitors Mrs. Ball & Mrs. Eason. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs.
Shollenberger Thurs Dec 24
December 24, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club was entertained at the home of Mrs. Shollenberger for their
annual Xmas program & tree. Mrs. Adams, Rogers, Adams & Shollenberger having
same in charge. Mrs. Elizabeth sang in her usual delightful manner. Roll call was
responded to with favorite poem, verse or some stunt. Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Shollenbeger
& Mr. Ewing Nix gave several delightful selections on the piano & violin. In the contest
on the 10 Blesseds Mrs. Nelle Robertson was highest & Mrs. Juanita Woody lowest each
receiving a book. Last but not least the gifts were distributed from the Xmas tree
revealing many pretty & useful articles. The hostess served dainty refreshments to those
present & the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Rogers Mon. Dec. 31st. Ethel Moore
Secy
December 31, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club was entertained Mon. Dec. 31st at the home of Mrs. Rogers.
Minutes of previous meetings read & approved. Roll call answered with the Lord’s
Prayer in unison. Bill of 1.00 allowed to Margaret Wilson for Xmas greeting cards and
postage. Bill of 15.50 allowed on decorations same to be paid in to Mrs. Shollenberger.
new Years greeting read from Mrs. Alice Wade. Letter read from Mrs. Taylor urging
chairmen of Legislation & applied Education write to our Senators & Representative
from our Co. relative to Child Labor Laws Better Education & Uniform Traffic Laws.
Bill ordered paid for fruit for Co. Farm. The hostess served dainty refreshments to Mrs.
Wilson, Butler, Adams, Pile, Robertson, Jones, Cox, Alderman, Young, Farthing, Moore
& Rogers & the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Pile Mon. Jany 7th. Ethel Moore Sec’y
January 7, 1929
WRITTEN ON A LOOSE PAPER INSERTED INTO THE BOOK AT PAGE 59
The Ladies Literary Club met with Mrs. J. M. Pile. Members responded to roll call on
“Possible Sanitary Improvements in Ozark”. The following committee was appointed by
the President to draft plans and outline work for clean-up and beautifying our City, that
the work may be begun early. Young – Hixson & Woody. The President reported that
she had purchased stockings and a doll with funds contributed by Club members for that
purpose – Doll $1.00 Hose 50 cents Mrs. Pile and Mr. J. F. Adams paid 10 cents each
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Mrs. Minnie Herston of Ontario, Calif. The following program was given – Paper on
Department of Public Health, by Mrs. Pile. Club adjourned to meet Jan. 14th with Mr. R.
R. Tunnell. Delicious refreshments were served by hostess to the following – Mesdames
Chas. Shollenberger, C. P. Cox, H. V. Reid, Clay Jones, Chas. Woody, J. F. Adams, Clell
Adams, R. R. Farthing, O. J. Butler, Geo. T. Breazeale. Mrs. L. K. Ellis of McCracken
was a guest for the afternoon.
December 21, 1928
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Madge Tunnell Mon. Dec. 21st. Roll
call responded to with favorite recipe. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved.
Letter of Thanks for flowers read from Nelle Robertson family. Bills for flowers 2.00 &
4.35 allowed and ordered paid. The matter of entertaining teachers was tabled until later.
Dr. Young was a visitor and donated the club 50 cents which was placed in the treasury.
The following program was given – How to make cooking a pleasure – Mrs. Giehl
Canning Time – Mrs. Adams The contest on the Club’s Best Cook resulted in a tie of 3
votes each for Mrs. Jones, Adams & Moore. Numerous others receiving votes. The
hostess served delicious refreshments to the following: Mrs. Cox, Woody, Hixson,
Garrison, Butler, Wilson, Alderman, Jones, Reid, Farthing, Shollenberger, Giehl, Adams,
Rogers, Adams, Pile, Young, Moore & Parks. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs.
Alderman Jan. 28th.
January 28, 1929
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Alderman Mon. Jan. 28th for the first
social of the calendar year. The club was called to order by the pres. Mrs. Shollenberger
and turned over to the social comm. Roll call was each person dressing the hair of the
person next to her. Debate held -–Resolved – That bobbed hair is passe. Aff. Mary
Bingham – Belle Farthing neg. Minnie Garrison – Mrs. Butler Judges – Mrs. Ellis –
Gibson & Brazeale. Judges decided for the affirmative. The hostess served delicious
refreshments to 20 members & 2 guests Mrs. Ellis & Gibson. Club adjourned to meet
with Mrs. Juanita Woody Mon. Feby 4th.
February 4, 1929
The Ladies Literary Club was entertained Mon. Feby 4th by Mrs. Juanita Woody at the
home of Mrs. Zoe Gibson. Roll call was responded to with current events. Minutes of
previous meeting read & approved. Mrs. Farthing made motion to entertain teachers in
school building. Com to appoint later – Farthing, Alderman, Cox, Brazeale. Letter read
from Highway dept. relative to beautifying highway. Letter read relative to donation for
the Endowment fund – nothing given. Letter read relative to organizing a Jr. Club in
Ozark and Mrs. Rogers volunteered to act as chairman of com. helpers to be announced
later. Mrs. Alderman, Mrs. A. C. Adams. Mrs. Tunnell announced that the teachers
would hold open house and asked that the parents meet in the room. Business meeting to
be held in auditorium later 3rd Tues. night in Feb’y. Mrs. Hixson & Adams to visit
school. Mrs. Alderman to give her part in program later. Mrs. Brazeale & Butler to give
their stunt later. The hostess served dainty refreshments to the following Mrs. Woody,
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Hixson, Reid, Adams, Young, Shollenberger, Moore & Gibson. The club adjourned to
meet with Mrs. Young Mon. Feby. 11th
February 11, 1929
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Young Mon. Feby 11. Mrs. Alderman,
Shollenberger, Young, Brazeale, Moore, Wilson, Robertson, Butler, Hixson, Woody,
Adams, Adams, Tunnell, Rogers & Garrison responded to roll call with Lincoln Stories.
Minutes of previous meeting read & approved. Mrs. Adams & her son visited school and
gave a very interesting report. Mrs. Young & Wilson to visit school. Motion made &
carried to send Mrs. Parks flowers for her birthday. Mrs. Farthing sent in a suggestion
that the teacher’s be entertained Washington’s Birthday. Motion made that Mrs. Parker
be invited as a visiting member for the remainder of the year. Mrs. Adams announced
that Dr. Edward Abner Thompson would read Disrale at Jr. Pipkin High. Admission 50
cents & Mrs. Coma Turner Rice thinks it would be a great opportunity to hear a good
program. Review – Forever Free – Margaret Wilson Lincoln Reading Mrs. Hixson.
Stunt – Mrs. Butler & Brazeale. The hostess served dainty refreshments & the club
adjourned to meet with Mrs. A. C. Adams Mon. Feby 18th.
February 18, 1929
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. J. F. Adams Mon. Feb. 18 at 2:30 P.M.
Roll call answered with Favorite Romance by the following members. Mrs Jones,
Garrison, Hixson, Woody, Cox, Tunnell, Adams, Brazeale, Robertson, Wilson,
Shollenberger, Moore, Rogers, Young, Bingham, Pile, Reid, Adams. Arrangements
made for entertaining teachers Friday night Feby 22nd com. appointed to look after
decorations – all postponed until later. Mrs. Parker stated she would be pleased to accept
the invitation to be a visiting member. Letters of appreciation for flowers read from our
oldest member – Mrs. Park. Letters read relative to electing State Pres. And reply to be
sent stating that we as a club would endorse the candidacy of Mrs. Luella St. Clair Moss
of Columbia. Origin of St. Valentines Day – Mrs. Cox Romantic Playlet to be given
social day – Feby 25th. Nothing further arising club adjourned to meet with Mrs. A. C.
Adams Feby 25th.
February 25, 1929
The February social was held at the home of Mrs. J.F. Adams with Mrs. A. C. Adams
hostess – the following members present. Mrs. Young, Garrison, Hixon, Farthing, Cox,
Robertson, Brazeale, Jones, Pile, Rogers, Woody, Reid, Shollenberger. Voted to entertain
the teachers at the home of Mrs. Farthing. Refreshments of cake, ice cream & coffee to
be served. Volunteers for refreshments – former com. on entertainment discharged & the
following com. appointed – Mrs. Rogers – Hixson & Cox. Mrs. Rogers stated that she
talked to Mrs. Bissett Sat. & she said Miss Marian Bissett would be glad to assist with the
organization of the Jr. Club on some Saturday that they might designate. Mrs.
Shollenberger said she mentioned it to several of the younger people who seemed quite
enthusiastic. Nothing further arising the meeting was turned over to the program com.
Roll call responded to with quotations concerning Geo. Washington. Contest dressing
won by Mrs. Garrison & Young. Contest G. W. won by Mrs. Farthing & Cox. Club
adjourned to meet with Mrs. Alderman Mon. Mar. 4th.

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March 4, 1929
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Alderman Mon. Oct. 4th (it really does
say that date in tbe minute book). Roll call responded to with current events. Letter read
regarding a program for public health Day – May 1st the following com. appointed – Mrs.
Pile – Mrs. J. F. Adams & Mrs. Garrison. The $250.00 on time deposit was voted to be
transferred to checking acct. Letter of acceptance to the party to be held at Mrs.
Farthings read. Letter read from Jessie Black regarding endorsement of Mrs. Moss for
State president. Voted to send our year book to the State Library. Letter read regarding
programs for future programs and same placed on file. Mrs. Young & Wilson gave a
interesting report of their visit to school and reported condition of toilets deplorable.
Motion made & sec. That we write to State Board of Health and look into conditions at
the school house. Mrs. Pile & J. F. Adams to visit school next week. Program carried out
as per year book. The hostess served dainty refreshments to the following Mrs. Cox,
Moore, Garrison, Hixson, Rogers, Butler, Shollenberger, Robertson, Wilson, Woody,
Young, Reid, Jones, Pile, Giehl, Brazeale, Tunnell, J.F. Adams & A. C. Adams. Club
adjourned to meet with Mary Bingham Mon. March 11th.
March 12, 1929
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Bingham Tuesday Mar. 12th. Mrs.
Alderman presiding. Roll call responded to with Rural improvements. Minutes of
previous meeting read & approved. Report of Mrs. Adams & Pile of visit to school.
Mrs. Young reported a landscape gardener was in town. Discussion as to beautifying the
town. Mrs. Rogers read an article pertaining to a Frances Willard day in all the schools.
Mrs. Pile reported they had decided would observe Child’s Health Day and literature had
been sent for. Nothing further done with same – program as per year book with the
exception of the trio. The hostess served delicious refreshments to the following. Mrs.
Butler, Giehl, Moore, Young, Robertson, Woody, Alderman, Brazeale, Wilson, Pile,
Jones, Garrison, Cox, Rogers & Adams. Club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Brazeale
Mon. Mar. 18th when officers for the ensuing year will be elected.
March 18, 1929
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Brazeale Mon. Mar 18th at 2:30 P.M.
Club called to order by the pres. Roll call current events. Minutes of previous meeting
read & approved. Letter read from the State Chairman of Applied Education. Literature
from the State Board of Health turned over to Mrs. Adams. Landscape gardener
submitted plans for planting the corners in the square. Letter read from the Kleinert
Rubber Co regarding a contest. Nothing done regarding same. Mrs. Rogers & Moore
visited school and Mrs. Rogers gave the report. Mrs. Jones & Brazeale to visit this week.
Margaret Wilson reported receiving letter from the State Board of Health saying their
representative would call & make a report the first time he was in this part of the state.
Election of officers was held at this time:
Mrs. Elizabeth Adams
Pres.
Mrs. Ida Brazeale
V. Pres.
Mrs. Nelle Robertson
Secretary
Mrs. Norah Cox
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Mrs. Berta Pile
Press Reporter
The program was given as follows: St. Patrick’s Day – Mrs. Reid Quartette – The
Wearing of the Green – Mrs. Farthing, Hixson, Rogers, Adams, Alderman – also sang
Old Oaken Bucket. Mrs. Tunnell being absent this concluded the program.
Refreshments were served to those present & the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Cox
Mon. Mar. 25th for the March social.
March 25, 1929
The March social was held at the home of Mrs. C. P. Cox Mon. Mar 25th at 2:30 P.M.
with 26 present – 10 visitors – the following program was given –
Little Brown Church in the Dale & Maggie – by members & visitors
Farmer in the Dell – Mrs. Tunnell, Alderman, Jones, Robertson, Moore, Shollenberger,
Woody, Bingham musical contest – 20 different pieces of music played by Mrs. Jones –
Mrs. A. C. Adams carried off the prize getting 17 correct. Solo – Morning – Mrs. Adams
Encore – Garden of Old Fashioned Roses Reuben & Rachel in costumes – Mrs.
Shollenberger, Alderman, Woody, Robertson, Jones, Moore, Tunnell & Bingham
Encore – Are you Sleeping. Mrs. Alderman gave a very clear musical reading “Our Old
County Jail”. The program for the afternoon by all singing Auld Lang Syne. The hostess
served dainty refreshments & the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Belle Farthing Mon.
Apr. 1st.
April 1, 1929
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Farthing Mon. Apr 1st. Meeting called
to order by the pres. Minutes of previous meeting read & approved. Mrs. Young gave a
report of what the com. deemed advisable in the clean up campaign. Same was accepted.
It was voted to have a flower bed where the old county jail stood if the Co. Court would
agree to same. Mrs. Farthing & Tunnell appointed to see about same. Mrs. Woody
reported that Mr. Woody & his class would make the flower bed & plant. The following
com. was appointed to meet with the city council relative to having the restaurant
operated by Stultz kept free from all Bills being posted on the outside. Also about the
land lying between Walnut & Church Sts. Between the two foot bridges for a city park.
Mrs. Garrison, Cox & a. C. Adams. Mrs. Tunnell & Bingham each pd a fine of 25 cents.
The hostess served dainty refreshments to those present and the club adjourned to meet
with Mrs. Garrison Mon. Apr. 8.
April 8, 1929
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Garrison Mon. Apr. 8th. Meeting was
called to order by the pres. Minutes of previous meeting read & approved. Roll call –
School Days. Mrs. Farthing reported visiting the Co Court and they stated if the remains
of the jail was removed in time they would be willing to have flower beds planted. Same
com. to urge the Kirby’s to hurry up same. Mrs. Cox reported their visit to the council &
they would see what could be done about bills being posted on buildings. They were
willing that the strip of ground in the hollow be used for a city park if we cared to . The
same com. to look over the land and see how much land there is. The com. Mrs. Young,
Hixson & Woody to see if the merchants would put out flower boxes in front of their

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place of business. The club voted to put out flower beds on the Taylor lot and Aunt
Easters lot if permission would be granted. Mrs. Rogers & Adams presented the Jr. Club
& Mrs. Shollenberger welcomed them. Christine Giehl responded. Bill for the party
9.62 each club member who did not bake cake assessed 75 cents with an assessment of
10 cents for each member. The hostess served dainty refreshments and the club
adjourned to meet with Mrs. Giehl Mon. Apr. 15th.
April 15, 1929
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Giehl Mon. Apr. 15th. Roll call – A
Historical Tree. Minutes of previous meeting read & approved. Mrs. Tunnell reported
Howard Garrison thru Lucille would donate about a bushel of canna bulbs same to be
delivered to Bank of Ozark. Mrs. Bingham to ask Mr. Taylors permission to put a flower
bed on his lot. Mrs. Woody reported the shrubs had been cultivated a the school house.
Mrs. Adams volunteered to see about planting the Taylor lot. Mrs. Farthing & Reid will
see about having a flower bed on Hedgpaths lot on the highway – general discussion of
planting flowers. Mrs. Bingham to report to Mrs. Shollenberger when the court house
yard is cleaned off. Moved & sec. That we send Mrs. Taylor a note of sympathy. Mrs.
Brazeale reported the council had taken up the matter of cleaning up the so. Side of the
sq. The Pres. Announced the P.T.A. meeting would be held tomorrow night with a
basket supper and election of officers. Miss Rees will entertain the club next week and
Mrs. Jones was appointed to work with the social com. Mrs. Wade being unable to serve.
Program given as per year book. The hostess served refreshments to Mrs. Shollenberger,
Jones, Bingham, Adams, Cox, Reid, Moore, Young, Woody, Butler, Pile, Brazeale,
Robertson, Farthing & Giehl. The yearbook com. appointed as follows: Mrs. Butler,
Mrs. Pile & Mrs. Woody. Total 5.00
April 22, 1929
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Miss Rees for the April social. Meeting
called to order by the pres. Mrs. Shollenberger. Mrs. Farthing made a report of the
cleaning of Aunt Easters lot and 5.00 was allowed & ordered paid for same. Mrs. Cox &
Tunnell made a report of the flower bed to be planted in the court house square dirt
would have to be hauled. Motion made & seconded to allow money sufficient to cover
same. Mr. Woody asked to borrow tools to put in same & also a general report of
planting to be done. Mrs. Cox gave a report that the produce houses would be willing to
have the land back of their buildings cleaned & put in as a public park. No further
business arising the meeting was turned over to the social program. First a contest to be
ans. With some term of sewing. Mrs. Farthing winning the beautiful diamond brooch.
School of the Ozarks held session with Mrs. Jones – teacher – pupils Young, Hixson,
Garrison, Rogers, Reed, Woody, Brazeale, Butler pupils – Alderman director – after a
hilarious school program the hostess served dainty refreshments, a duet was sung by A &
Jones, to those present & the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Hixson Apr. 29th. Ethel
Moore, Sec’y
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The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Hixson Mon. Apr. 29th. Roll call
Favorite Sport ans. by twelve members. Mrs. Cox, Rogers, Adams, Garrison, Woody,
Moore, Butler, Jones, Giehl, Wilson, Robertson & Hixson. A report was given regarding
the planting sponsored by the club. Letters read relative to the Convention to be held at
Hannibal also the Biennial Council to be held at Swampscott, Mass. May 27 to June 1.
Letter of appreciation for flowers from Mrs. Adams family. Mrs. Wilson thanked the
club for flowers sent during her illness. A general discussion was held as to plans for the
last day meeting. The majority were in favor of having a luncheon served for the Literary
Club & the Junior Club at the same time if a suitable place could be found. Nothing
further arising the program was given as per yearbook. Mrs. Jones reading the paper
prepared by Mrs. Pile & Mrs. Moore reading the paper prepared by Mrs. Young. The
hostess served delicious refreshments and the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Josephine
Jones, Mon. May 6th. Report of business men who are going to plant something given.
Ethel Moore Secy
May 6, 1929
The ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Ella Reid Mon. May6th. Roll call
responded to with “Famous Women”. Minutes of previous meeting read & approved.
General discussion as to planting flowers. Mrs. Woody said her husband would help
make the flower bed on the Taylor lot if the husbands of the other members would help.
Mrs. Tunnell to take charge of planting at the Wilhoit Station by Chevrolet Agency &
alleyway. Mrs. Young reported there needs to be something planted on the west side of
the Ford garage. Gen’l discussion as to conditions in town. Assessment of 15 cents to
pay for flowers for the Adams funeral. Mrs. Ellis’ name presented for membership –
voted to have her as visiting member. Mrs. Wilson to notify her. Mrs. Wilson to
ascertain if Mrs. Herston & Mrs. Wade wish to be members for the ensuing year. It was
voted to have the club luncheon at the home of Mrs. Reid. Mrs. Reid & Mrs. Adams to
furnish the lunch. 1.00 per plate – everyone to make their reservations in advance each
member to pay 50 cents whether they attend the luncheon or not for the Jr. plates.
Program given as follows – Review of My Best Girl Mrs. Garrison: The Knight Toast –
Mrs. Reid. The hostess served dainty refreshments to Mrs. Adams, Gibson, Woody,
Moore, Shollenberger, Hixon, Farthing, Wilson, Tunnell, Robertson, Young, Pile,
Rogers, Garrison. Club adj to meet with E. Moore Mon. May 13th.
May 13, 1929
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Ethel Moore Mon. May 13. The following
members responded to roll call with current events Mrs. Cox, Jones, Wilson, Brazeale,
Rogers, Alderman, Young, Butler, Shollenberger, Hixson, Reid, Adams, Thompson,
Robertson, Giehl, Pile & Moore. Minutes of previous meeting read and approved.
Weather so unfavorable nothing done in regard to planting. Mrs. Wades resignation
presented and accepted. Mrs. Wade was voted an honorary member and Mrs. Ellis’ name
presented for active membership. No further business coming up the program was
carried out as per year book. Club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Butler Mon May 20
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May 20, 1929
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Butler Mon. May 20. Roll call
responded to with prominent welfare workers. Mrs. Ellis elected to membership in Mrs.
Wades place. Mrs. Herston wrote she would not be in Mo. for a while at least and would
suggest that some one be elected to take her place. Mrs. Tunnell gave a report of the
planting she had supervised. Mrs. Adams gave a report of the planting to be done on the
Taylor lot. Mrs. Tunnell made a motion that we extend Mr. Woody a vote of thanks
which was carried and the secretary instructed to write him. Voted for the new secretary
to purchase a book when necessary. Mrs. Brazeale & Adams to audit the Treasurers
book. Mrs. Ellis made a very pleasing acceptance speech. The program was given as
follows Workman’s Compensation Act – paper prepared by Ms. Reid – read by Mrs.
Jones Reading – Cuddle Down – Mrs. Butler Mrs. Belche’s name presented for
membership. Lovely refreshments were served to Mrs. Hixon, Adams, Tunnell,
Robertson, Ellis, Shollenberger, Garrison, Brazeale, Young, Pile, Rogers, Wilson,
Bingham, Alderman, Jones, Moore, Giehl and visitors Miss Rees, Mrs. Thompson &
Mrs. Butler. Club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Jones at the home of Mrs. A. C. Adams
Mon May 27
May 27, 1929
The Ladies Literary Club met at the home of Mrs. Elizabeth Adams Mrs. Jones, hostess.
Roll call responded to with State Institutions. Minutes of previous meeting read &
approved. Reservations made for last day. Mrs. Adams made a report that they had been
unable to do anything with the Taylor lot. Mrs. Tunnell made motion that Mrs. Adams
be retired and a new com. appointed. Mrs. Shollenberger appointed as chairman of com.
to use plans Mrs. Adams made. Mrs. Brazeale gave report of the Treas. and same
accepted. No further business arising program was given as follows. State Schools -–
Mrs. Brazeale. Mrs. Wilson suggested that this club do something regarding the small
pox towards enforcing the quarantine law. Refreshments were served to Mrs. Adams,
Wilson, Pile, Giehl, Butler, Cox, Moore, Tunnell, Woody, Young, Robertson, Hixon,
Brazeale, Alderman, Ellis, Adams, Jones. Ethel Moore Secy
Many pages have been torn from the back of this book – the May 27, 1929 minutes are
the last minutes in the book.

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