U S Will Not Ratify Warning To France
Washington reports indicate the Harding administration rejects ally appeals for Versailles Treaty cooperation. Le Matin editor Lauzanne quotes a claim the Senate will back the Knox resolution for a separate peace with Germany, with no ratification of the treaty or league of nations.
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Washington
United States
Germany
Harding
M. Viviani
France
Stephane Lauzanne
le Matin
M. Lauzanne
American Senate
Hughes
Senate
League of Nations
Suzanne
Lauzanne
League
Lodge
Viviani
Congress
Fruit Tree Scams Reported Across Mississippi
Hunter H. Kimball chief inspector of the State Plant Board reports that many Mississippians were swindled last fall by a fake fruit tree agent. He just returned from a trip detailing the widespread deception and advises caution for growers.
Slayings of Two Federal Agents Shock Mississippi Raid
In Green county near Richton Mississippi two federal prohibition agents Jacob F. Green of Leakesville and J Lawrence Dunham were killed during a still raid. Operator H A Barnes was mortally wounded and dies. Will Morris arrested as crowds threaten. Chapman leads manhunt with agents from Oxford Jackson and Laurel. Green 37, survived by wife and three children.
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Jackson
Miss
Jacob F. Green
Leakesville
M. L. Batson
Institute For the Blind
J. Lawrence Dunham
Richton
Green County
Ellis S. Chapman
Mississippi
Green
Perry
Chapman
Mr. Green
Mr. Dunham
H. A. Barnes
Will Morris
Barnes
Laurel
Hattiesbore
Morris
Mr. Chapman
Marshal Dunham
Glen Whitehead
Oxford
John Boyd
W. Calvin Wells
Dunham
Warning to Mississippi buyers about Concord Nurseries swindle
The State Plant Board warns that J. W. Thomas, claiming to represent Concord Nurseries of Georgia, used house to house canvassing to collect cash for trees never delivered. Officials seek buyers who paid cash to send order duplicates to D. W. Grimes for reimbursement and caution the public to verify agents and nurseries before paying.
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J. W. Thomas
Concord, Nurseries
Concord
Georgia
Concord Nurseries
Okolona
Houston
Thomas
State Plant Board
D. W. Grimes
Agricultural College
Miss
Nurery
Sta
Mississippi
Oxford Parents Plan Modern Playground for High School
A large Oxford gathering led by the Parent Teachers Association and chaired by Dr. Henry Faser backed by Mrs. Guyton and H. Friedman organized a drive for a modern school playground. Speakers urged needs, with J. E. Neilson heading the initial $50 gift and subscriptions growing to $825 by 9:30 pm. Donations will be accepted through September 1, 1921, directed to H. Friedman as secretary of the finance committee.
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Parent-Teachers Association
Henry Faser
County Court House
Oxford
Dr. Guyton
Oxford High School
H. Friedman
Friedman
J. E. Neilson
Faser
Roath
W. W. Phillips
Kid Hickey
Smith
Landrum Leavell
Saroocon
J. A. Christian
C. Longest
Dyale Wien
Stina Ace
Stina Ace Whospes 15.00 Mr. David Carter
George Keys
PMC
Ota Neocrat Ee
SOD
P. L. Rainwater Ie
A. E. Russell
G. W. Boyette
H. F. Simpson
Brooks Patton
A. Hume
OURS
Garner Owens
Dona MecLure
Stacy Farr
Sallie B. Duncan
Cathrine Word
Ike Roberts
G. G. Wilson
J. BE. Pegues
Hex Remc
R. BR. Wades
A. Wena
Sam Friedman
B. Orr
S. D. Roane
E. N. Lowe
Murphy
Marvin Dooley
H. L. Hunter
C. D. Hodge
Hassell Smith
A. J. Wilds
B. S. Guyton
Parent Teachers Association
Finance Committee
Guyton
Give and take is good advice for the taker
A columnist notes that the adage works when one side gains, warning that reciprocity only benefits those who intend to take. The piece frames negotiation as advantage for the dominant party and cautions against mutuality when imbalance favors the taker.
U S to Press Repayment of Allied War Debts
Washington reports that the Harding administration insists that allied nations repay over 10 billion dollars in principal and accrued interest from World War I loans. The policy treats foreign loans as a valued asset, with total debts now around 10.5 to 12 billion as interest accrues and deferments lapse.
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Washington
United States
Germany
Harding
United Kingdom
France
Italy
Russia
Belgium
Serbia
Jugo-Slavia
Treasury Department
Wilson
Congress
Hardings
Slayer lynched after Dobson killing near Brandon
Sandy Thompson, a Black man who shot and killed planter B. E. Dobson near Brandon Mississippi on Friday, was lynched near Langford last night. His body was found today swinging from a tree limb.
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Brandon
Miss
Sandy Thmpson
B. E. Dobson
Here
Langford
Engagement announced for Frances Scott and Sam Friedman
Mr and Mrs J Groskind announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their niece Frances Scott of this city to Sam Friedman of Oxford Mississippi The South Reporter Holly Springs Mississippi reports the socialesque notice with formal city family ties.
Open Air Concert At Home Of Mr and Mrs Wilson
Saturday evening at 7 o clock an open air concert was held at the home of Mr and Mrs G G Wilson. Performers included Grace Wilson Eddie Frank Sullivan Shirley Vance and Laura Patty Kinecannon. Music songs and recitations were enjoyed by all attendees.
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G. G. Wilson
Iaa Grace Wilson
Eddie Frank Sullivan
Shirley Vance
Laura Patty Kinecannon
Oxford City Prepares for Water and Power Service
The city removes old casings from multiple wells as it plans a long dry spell. A new strainer will be installed and the wells readied for immediate use. Superintendent Early is focused on delivering top water and electricity for Oxford, and is making good progress.
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Early
Oxford
Former Kaiser Sinks Higher Rung with New Book
The former Kaiser has published a new book, marking a continued rise in fame. The author follows recent public attention with a literary project expanding his career beyond his earlier roles.
Oldham Likely U S Attorney for Northern Mississippi
Washington April 4 L B Oldham of Oxford son in law of the late Federal Judge Niles is expected to become United States attorney for the Northern District of Mississippi replacing the late Shed Hill John Cooke of Sumner seeks support from a Republican faction while M J Mulvihill of Vicksburg as Republican referee wields influence over Mississippi federal patronage and postmaster appointments guidance from the Post Office Department favors Mulvihill recommendations.
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Washington
L. Be, Oldham
Oxford
Niles
United States
Mississippi
Shed Hill
Oldham
M. J. Mulvihill
Vicksburg
John Cooke
Sumner
Republican Organization
Republican Party
Mulvihill
Clean Up Week in Oxford Urges Town Sanitation Drive
The Oxford health officers call for a town cleanup with Dr. Leathers and Dr. Shipp indicating inspections next week and week after to assess gutters and decay. Merchants and residents are urged to act now to avoid fines and ensure a sanitary town.
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Oxford
Health Board
Dr. Leathers
Dr. Shipp
State Board of Health
Smething
Murdered farmer shot during hog dispute near Brandon
In Rankin county Mississippi, E. B. Dobson, about 40, a prominent local farmer, was killed by Sandy Thompson after a dispute over hogs. Dobson and his brother confronted the negro at his home. Thompson fired with a double barreled gun, striking Dobson in the heart. Posses hunt the shooter as bloodhounds arrive. Dobson leaves a wife and several children.
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Mr. Dobson
Thompson
Dobson
Kentucky
Brandon
Miss
Cheaper power offered by Oxford city officials
The Oxford City Commissioners reduced the power rate from 10 cents per kW to 7.5 cents per kW with a lower charge on each additional 100 kWs. The editorial urges extending the cut to home uses like fans and small machines and recommends an advertising campaign to attract new consumers and boost city revenue.
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Oxford
K. W
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J. L. Dunham
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U. 5
Europe
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Inside Rail
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R. M. Gates
Sandy Thompson
Black
Woods
E. B. Dobson
Hal Russell
Slide Pharmacists
David Carter
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