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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1914
Page
2
The Oxford Eagle notes editor Mrs. Eliza A. Thompson and Kirkpatrick as city staff in a standard 1954 Mississippi newspaper issue. The item identifies Oxford, Mississippi, and the publication date as Thursday April 2 1954.
Announcer states Hon. Hunert D. Sreprexs is authorized to seek reelection to Congress from the Second Congressional District. The notice emphasizes his candidacy and the district involved.
The issue claims Governor Brewer misrepresented himself as a friend of Governor Vardaman while acting as their enemy, revealing machine politics and Brewer’s role as a star witness in the Vicksburg trial.
Land owners urged to attend a public meeting in Oxford on Thursday April 9 to sign against drainage started by the Shinaults and partners. Promoted costs, taxes, and loss of survey funds are cited as reasons to participate.
A rural exhortation warns farmers that high taxes and poor crops force debt. It urges three years of self sufficiency by growing garden produce, poultry, hogs, yearlings, corn, molasses, hay and limited cotton. It appeals to abandon credit and live at home to gain independence.
Advertises Early Triumph cotton seed for sale at Farmers Warehouse Co and Silk-Law Sheep Co. The seed is 15 to 20 days earlier than average, with past yield of a bale and a half per 1400 pounds, and is guaranteed absolutely pure.
Local notice lists variety name Big Boll Improved Cotton and references J. Lawhorn with partial address Mita Mias R R No 2, indicating a seed or agricultural purchase or instruction in a rural area.
Mississippi readers rally to Bilbo amid calls to drop prosecutions. The piece accuses Gov. Brewer of power abuse and ties Bilbo to anti corruption efforts while praising Bilbo for exposing the alleged secret caucus. It notes a Vicksburg trial setup and a Hobbs verdict seen as counter to the governor. The editorial ends by demanding exoneration and mocking Brewer.
United States Bank Examiner William J. Marfield visited the First National Bank of Oxford, New Orleans headquarters, examined loans and cash, balanced the books to a cent, and declared the bank in fine condition with no criticisms. President J. W. T. Faulkner and officers urged deposits at 4 percent interest, noting three years of operation with no charge offs.
Rainy spell disrupted the County Union meeting at Indian Mound. Beulah Gardner wed Joe McNeely near Cambridge, with friends gathering at W D Gardner’s home. An entertainment followed at J D Wooten’s. Mrs L Morgan shows improvement after illness. Schoolchildren prepare for exams amid measles fears in Oxford. Abney visited Hometown Toecopola.
Mrs Bem Price advertises old fashioned yellow yam seed for sale at 31.00 per bushel. Prompt response requested.
Digestive health elixir claims to purify the blood and relieve winter waste. Advises use as a laxative and purifying remedy with promise of curing constipation and making you feel fine. Sold at druggists.
Mrs Jane Gift of Athens Ohio advocates Peruna as a tonic to shorten grippe illness and post illness convalescence. Letters from Mia and Victor Patheands claim long lasting health gains and return to work after using Peruna and Peruna Tablets are offered for those who dislike liquid medicines.
An obituary recounts the life of Mrs. Mattie J. Nelson born in Oxford daughter of Charles and Mrs. Potter. She joined Oxford Baptist Church after early faith, married John Nelson of Greensville Mississippi, aided missions from Greenville to New Orleans, supported Dr. Gray and women’s work, did rescue work in Corsicana Dallas and Houston, and died February 22 1914 while living with her niece in Lipscombe Texas. Her remains were returned to Oxford for burial March 36 1914.
The advertisement urges trying Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for coughs or colds, claiming remarkable cures and wide praise. It states the preparation is available from all dealers and widely recommended.
A local Rexall advertisement promotes Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets as a safe remedy for stomach trouble with a personal guarantee. If not satisfied, customers receive a full refund with no red tape. The message highlights relief from indigestion heartburn and improved digestion, sold by Chilton & Co in Oxford, AL.
An old advertisement touts Dodson’s Liver Tone as a safe vegetable alternative to calomel for constipation and sluggish liver. It claims quick relief, no interference with routine, a money back guarantee through A H Kendal, and accuses imitators of exaggeration while praising rising sales and legitimacy of the product.
Lew L. Chapman of Mapleton Iowa writes that two years of rheumatism kept his hand from his mouth and ruined sleep. He credits Chamberlain's Liniment, used five years ago, with restoring his health in two months and says he has not suffered since. Sold by all dealers.
An old advertisement touts Mayr's Stomach Remedy as a universal cure for stomach and digestive ailments. It claims dramatic improvements in digestion, blood health, energy, eye brightness, and complexion after taking a single dose, with testimonials from "well known" individuals and widespread praise.
Safe trading with limited loss on purchases of wheat corn or oats. Buy 10 LO calls on 10 000 bushels for 10 dollars or both for 20 dollars with potential profits on 1 cent moves up to 100 dollars and 5 cent moves up to 500 dollars. Write for full particulars and bank references Look Box 1420 Columbus Ohio.
The ad claims Rexall Orderlies reduce harsh salts use and ease constipation without purging or pain. It praises natural motion and stomach comfort, notes candy-like taste, and offers a money back guarantee if not helpful. Sold in pocket tins 10c 50c at Rexall Stores.
Parents are advised to choose a safe pleasant cough medicine for children. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is recommended as effective and free of harmful substances, widely favored by mothers of young children. Sold by retailers.
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