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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1920
Page
4
In Oxford, residents complain of late night shooting and law violations. The editorial urges gun owners to lay aside pistols until needed, calls for indictments if judges fail to act, and suggests county sheriff intervention or citizen vigilance to curb the conduct.
Wartime study from Frankonia shows 9 12 hour shifts yield 1 percent accidents while 13 hour shifts raise injuries to nearly 14 percent. Fatigue slows mental processes and degrades work quality. Poor ventilation in cramped rooms with no windows increases listlessness. regular opening of windows boosts alertness.
A historical note argues that employers should provide good nutrition and housing to workers. It recalls a group of boys who farmed in summer two years earlier. they returned home reporting scarce meat amid vegetable dishes and pastries. The piece suggests daily beef or pot roast would boost energy and productivity, noting a tired worker is not profitable.
The piece argues heavy spending in Republican primary contests contrasts with Democratic practice relying on volunteer efforts. It warns lavish financing risks corruption and urges candidates to rely on merit and broad public support, citing Bryan’s 1908 call for disclosure and favoring candidates who win on their own strength.
The article argues campaigns require advance organization and defined candidates and programs to avoid voters acting blindly. Politicians, while self interested, respond to public demands and strive for decent administration, often eliminating unsuitable candidates to meet the people’s will.
Farmers report limited crop plans due to scarce labor and high costs, with many preventing full planting to feed their families. Declining European demand may ease strain slightly, but overall agricultural output faces continued restraint amid inflation and shortages.
A vintage ad urges readers to overcome sluggish blood in spring with Pepto Mangan tonic. Promotes Gude's Pepto Mangan as a trusted blood purifier available in liquid or tablet form at drugstores. Encourages asking for the genuine Gude's version.
The Eagle urges continuing war gardens as vegetables grow scarcer and beans and potatoes will help next September. It also calls for a nationwide drive to enlist farm workers and asks the business community to aid farmers in securing labor and to shift from cotton to food crops.
The piece notes old views on women playing baseball and how many girls colleges now favor the sport as a regulation activity. It asserts women can throw and excel, though not as professional rivals to men, and envisions a future where athletic merit outweighs appearances.
Theodore Roosevelt argued that residents owe time to local public work, not just their profession. He noted many towns lack active volunteers and urged every citizen to contribute several hours weekly to community projects for social engagement and collective improvement.
Higher values for real estate and business follow from strong community life. Public-spirited people investing time in local efforts reap ongoing rewards and never regret their contributions.
An ad sells Herbine as a liver tonic claiming immediate energy, restored appetite, and better sleep. It states the product is sold by A. H. Kendel.
Publisher G W Price files sworn ownership statement for Oxford Eagle of Lafayette County Mississippi. Identifies owner Mrs Lee M Russell and Jackson Mississippi address. No bondholders or major security holders listed. Notary F M Heard attests on April 8 1920.
Advertisement offers Liquid Borozane as a healing remedy with prices 30c 60c and $1 20 sold by A H Kendel. Also a note selling a Letter Bird Dog described as best on the market with sale terms and a deadline after May 1 1920, contact Eugene Price Oxford Mississippi Box 47 telephone 108 care of Eagle Office.
Dr. Eugene S. Bramlett oversaw a new hospital opening with doors opened for public inspection on Tuesday. Local attendees noted the facility’s modern design and expected services for the community.
The Republican Electors of Lafayette County Mississippi are notified to assemble in their precincts and city wards on Tuesday April 21 1920 at 10 A M to elect delegates to the county convention in Oxford on April 22 1920 Each Supervisor's District gets three delegates H M Daily Chairman D W Sherrod Secretary
The Eagle announces a new annual rate of 2.00 dollars and urges readers to renew their subscription for continued delivery.
Notice to Mrs Kate Burns and Frank White Nathan White Frank B Worley Geo Lucas and heirs of Lillie Lucas and Henry W Worley required to appear at Lafayette County Chancery Court Oxford Mississippi in May 1920 to answer Emma P Worley bill seeking to confirm title to lands and obtain relief. W M Woodward Chancery Clerk.
Creditors are notified that the last will of David B Pritchard deceased has been probated and letters testamentary issued to the executor by the Chancery Court of Lafayette County Mississippi. Claims must be probated and registered within one year or be barred. Oxford Mississippi, March 23, David Pritchard Executor.
A non resident notice to Dee Wadley directs appearance before the Lafayette County Mississippi Chancery Court on the fourth Monday of May 1920 to defend a suit brought by Rhode Wadley. The document lists Chancery Clerk Woodward with an April date reference.
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