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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1896
Page
2
A compact roundup mentions W. A. Rdame seeking Congress in the Second Congressional District, pension figures from the War of 1812 and Mexican War, local deaths in Jackson and Springport, and federal salaries. Also cited are a cave discovery in Jasper County near Mammoth Cave, Mississippian government printings, and Greer County land dispute history.
Hon. M. Stephens of New Albany will assume discharge of duties on September 1 succeeding Judge Johnson in the Third Judicial district. Stephens is praised as a capable, high character leader serving in both branches of the Legislature.
The governor named a slate of state university trustees including A. T. Roane P. v. Be Totesh and J. Jones with positions in districts four through seven. The Senate considered the nominations without reference to electoral committees. Other named appointees include J. Tranperm, J. Mo Stone, Robert Laury, Verger Hicks, J. W. T. Palbeer, A. J. Whateld, and LL TM. Sorthwerth.
The St Louis Republic pledges thorough weekly political reporting and analysis. It aims to cover presidential campaigns, elections, and both parties with balanced commentary. The paper promises engaging content and daily metro editions to attract a broad readership.
A rich Quaker City native leaves a 250.00 legacy to a terrier named Davie after the dog’s devotion comforts his ill owner. The story, relayed by N. D. Pirayane, follows the dog’s bond and the unexpected bequest, with the animal remaining a trusted companion until the owner’s will.
A Two Pollar prize for the aermeet Cabtage is raised from seed Dough.BREB funds supplied by Carmurosx and Cetra Co. fxPitcher's Castorta appears in the listing.
A lengthy reminiscence discusses George Washington, his treatment of Virginia pension issues, and the public and private pressures surrounding it. It notes Washington’s frontiersman era diplomacy, family ties, and the Virginian legislature’s stance on pensions for his mother and kin, with diverse letters reflecting ongoing dissatisfaction.
A New Yorker recounts a near miss in a bar where a man suddenly reacts with wide eyes and a dramatic gesture. An advertisement on a paper piece hints at informatics and inheritance of 7100 dollars, triggering a tense, puzzling moment tied to a shaving shop memory.
An 1896 notice calls Democratic voters of Lafayette County to a meeting at the courthouse in Oxford on April 27 to select delegates for a statewide convention in Jackson on April 29. W V Sullivan, D. Wilsom & Son, and local merchants acknowledge the gathering and publish endorsements.
W A Belk of Fan and Belk owns a 1776 U S continental currency bill described as a relic. The half size note bears red serial 33 S23 and the Latin Perseverando marking, with signatures J Evans and W Walker. Back shows three leaf symbol and “Six dollars” with Philadelphia print info.
Ployds Candies offered. Beef, bacon and sugar products promoted at G W Berra Lees. Visit Hampton and Foster for Armour goods, coffee, sugar, and Louisiana molasses. Leaf lard priced at 10 cents per pound at J A Crow's Market. DeMotte events announced for tomorrow night at the public school.
Mississippi convention endorses the Chicago Southern States Exposition to be held in August through October, pledging representation of agricultural and industrial resources. A Mississippi Commission is formed to oversee state participation with delegates named. A separate note praises Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as a long‑standing, popular cure.
Summer law lectures announced by the University of Virginia from July to September 1 1896 for students and practitioners. Details include catalogue address P O Charlottesville Va by E R C Mixon. Also notices about Eagle subscription and local meat market orders plus platine photos advertised.
A quirky notice from Oxford Mercantile Co promotes a seasonal sale with Frost themed copy. It advertises wholesale and retail pricing at 25 cents per pound and promises savings on bread-bread related goods.
On May 11 I walked with crutches and bought a bottle of Chamberlain's Pain for 1 cent at Melick's drug store, with Walter Shipman listed. The sale price is 2t.58 cents per bottle by a drug store.
Rev J W Deraas conducts chapel exercises this week. Prof J E Niles visits to discuss his role at the university. Spring term at the college brings athletic events and exams. Seniors meet with President and faculty about degree applications. Housekeepers urged to buy fresh meats at W W Kimbies and Chilton's Sarsaparilla advertised.
The Oxford Musical Literary club hosts Miss Elects Gifford on April 10. Her voice is described as powerful yet clear and sympathetic, suited for masterworks by Beethoven Schubert Schumann Bach and Liszt. Tickets are 50 cents with seats available at Davidsons & Roan.
Clerk P Gaar records a formal proceeding onarysatives day of Mares 1230 with proceedings noted by Bes P Gaar.
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