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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1908
Page
3
Oxford notes rich with social calls and travels. Residents include Mr. Robert Chilton and Hon. C. L. Sivley visiting from Memphis. Factory and bank notices mix with church events, a Chicago Glee Club appearance, an Easter egg hunt, and a Gretna Green marriage.
Obituary resolutions from the Bank of Oxford mourning David T. Carter, president, who died March 27 1908. They praise his integrity and leadership, note the bank’s prosperity under his tenure, and express sympathy to his widow and children. The minutes will record the resolutions and a copy sent to the family.
The sudden death of Mr. D. T. Carter brings deep bereavement to the colored community of Oxford and LaFayette County. The resolutions praise his kindness as a public official and private citizen, note his employment of many in the race, and express sympathy to his family. Sheriff Hartsfield earns praise for county courtyard duties and a plan for iron seating is suggested. The Medical Association invites all to a lecture by Dr. J N McCormack at the Methodist Church Friday at 8 o'clock.
Notice under Privilege Tax law 1904 warns that all licenses except railroad and retail liquor permits expire in April and must be renewed for 12 months in May. If not renewed in May, the Tax Collector will impose double the original tax with no discretion. Sheriff J C Vanserento urges prompt renewal to avoid penalties.
D T Carter died on a train near Hollow Rock Tennessee last Friday while returning from Nashville to visit an ill sister. The town mourns a respected citizen who enjoyed financial success and held trusted positions. Funeral services were held Sunday at his residence at 3 pm. A devoted wife and two children endure the family loss with communal sympathy.
S T Butter proprietor of Cash Jewelry will be away from April 6 to July 1 for a fine watch and jewelry making course. Water McMahon Jr will run the business in his absence. He asks customers for patience and promises better service on return. Dr King s New Life Pills sold at A H Kendels drug store promote digestive health.
A reader letter praises L D D Prescription as an external soothing wash for eczema and skin blotches. The writer claims rapid relief, urges others to try it, and mentions obtaining a free booklet from Chilton & Co. The tone resembles an 19th or early 20th century newspaper testimonial.
Interviews with residents like B B Lasater of 122 Worth Fourth Ave and T J Smith of 65 Hudson Street praise Cooper's preparations for stomach, rheumatism, and nephritic relief. Report notes growing public interest and that physicians doubt the fad label as Cooper's influence expands during his visit.
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