Local notes from Oxford and surrounding area
Oxford news roundup reports J K R Robison leaving for Pell City, Emma Singleton returning from Talladega, Dr James Coggins from Talladega, and various church and social events. Observes dangerous foot bridge near oil mill and frost damage to chrysanthemums. Also notes upcoming protracted meetings, visits by Rev Wheeler, typhoid illness in Pulaski, and the state federation of women’s clubs meeting in Selma November 13–16.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James
Coggins
Talladega
Black Mountain
N. Y
Alabama
Wheeler
Montevallo
T. K. Roberts
Methodist Church
State Federation of Women’s Clubs
Selma
Self Culture Club
Mes. A
Visitors Can Secure Pleasant Accommodations At Low Rate
The article notes that any visitors may secure pleasant accommodations at the rate of $1.25 per day, offering affordable lodging options for guests.
Sick Headache Cured by Stomach and Liver Tablets
Advertisement claims headaches stem from stomach and liver issues and touts Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as a cure. Urges taking at first sign of symptoms to ward off attack and offers a free sample. For sale by J L Wikle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
J. L. Wikle
Whistler Outs Russian in Venice Pastel Bet
Whistler in Venice created seventy pastels before his etchings and faced a Russian painter who claimed the works were tricks. They mixed Whistler’s pastels with the rival’s, submitted to a jury, and Whistler’s were found unmistakable. The Rialto meeting followed, and the Russian halted with a sharp pun about artists and amateurs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James MacNeill Whistler
Venice
Whistler
Mr. Whistler
Philadelphia Record
This Date in History Highlights Key Events Across Years
A curated list notes events and births from 1740 to 1903 including James Boswell born 1740, John Keats born 1795, the Fulton steam vessel launch, Webster burial 1852, Civil War era naval expansion, Maryland becoming free 1804, Emperor William visits, Czolgosz execution 1901, Siam prince in Boston 1902, and Fimmar Booth Tucker railroad wreck 1903.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Keats
Martinique
Fulton
Marshal St. Arnaud
Crimea
Daniel Webster
Marshfield
Mass
Fortress Mon
Roe
Maryland
Bradford
William
Henry Irving
New York
Emperor William
Jerusalem
Czolgosz
Auburn
N. Y
McKinley
Crown Prince of
Siam
The Street Car Rules of Rio
Albert Hale recounts in the Reader how Rio de Janeiro street cars restrict first class riders to only small parcels. A passenger with a bound parcel must transfer to second class or ride a tilbury two wheeled cab. The era’s etiquette, including neckties, marks class distinctions between aristocracy and workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Hale
Rioe Janeiro
Tilbury
Brazil
Napoleon's Family Traits Across Temperament and Pulse
The text cites Dr. Cabanas describing Napoleon Bonaparte and his sisters as lacking moral sensibility and immodest. It notes Pauline's behavior, Napoleon's sensitivity to atmosphere, headaches, auditory illusions, limb twitching, irritability, and destructive impulses. It contrasts his rage with calm in campaigns and records a slowed pulse during battle periods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Napoleon
Josephine
The Eagle Power of Vision and Nesting Habits
The piece notes the eagle's powerful vision enabling straight flight to targets, and that baby eagles possess farsightedness. It describes their eye structure, sunlight tolerance, long steady flights, and their habit of returning to the same nest with faithful mating, given no disturbance.
Nothing to Fear Cough Remedy Endorsed for Children
An advertisement praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as safe for children and effective for coughs colds and croup. It notes a worldwide reputation and lists J. L. Winsa as the seller.
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Chamberlain
J. L. Winsa
Citizens Meeting at the Opera House in Anniston
Citizens invited to attend an Anniston Opera House meeting Tuesday night October 30 at 7 30. Mayor Thos E Kilby will speak along with others interested in his candidacy. The campaign issues will be fairly and thoroughly discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Opera House
Anniston
Friends OF Good Government
Thos. E. Kilby
Dinner Negotiation at a Social Gathering
A hostess proposes seating a guest she deems troublesome while another guest reveals he has just married her for her money, noting his own role as the spouse and his friend’s involvement in the arrangement. The exchange highlights social maneuvering and money-driven alliances at a private event.
Rival Opinion Sparks Debate Over Style Leaders
A Baltimore American fragment shows Mrs Style and Mrs Parvenu arguing over embiowpoint values. The exchange implies contrasts in wealth and taste with sharp repartee about who can acquire it cheaper.
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Style
Awful cough cured by Chamberlain cough remedy tale
Mrs Ora Bussard of Brubaker Illinois recalls a two year long cough from pneumonia that resembled whooping cough. After using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy the child stopped coughing and gained weight. The medicine is sold by J L Wikle.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Oxford
J. KR. Robison
Pell City
Suan Gay
Emma Singleton
Thomas H. Barry
Lincoln
Mrs. Burns
Noriety
The
Baptist Church
Library Association
W. A. McBturnett
Fishhead Valley
W. F. McCain
England
John J1. Wilson
W. R. Ivey
Willam
Pulaski, Tenn
J. A. McCluskey
Humphries Encampment No. 63
Continental Baking Powder CO
Nashville, Tennessee
A. J. Adair
E. A. Walker & CO
James Boswell
Dr. Johnson
Boston
Fimmar Booth-Tucker
Missouri
Fechheimer i Ishel Co
New York City
Thad M. Gwin & CO
Columbus Smith
Constantine Bldg
Noble
Rio
First National Bank
Capital
M. B. Wellborn
H. A. Young
Esident
W. W. Stringfellow
V-Prest
A J. Goodwin
Ford Lake Park
Noble St
T.J. Weir
Mgr
Anniston Electric & Gas Company
Noble and Tenth Sts
Robinson’ S Book Store
Noble Street
Belcher Plumbing Co
Thomas’ Drug Store
Anniston, Ala
W. 10Th St
Whetstone & CO
Crocers
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