State Senator and Representative Race Listings
A list of candidates for State Senator and Representative with multiple names per office including Chancery Clerk Circuit Clerk Treasurer Superintendent of Education Tax Assessor Coroner Surveyor and Supervisory beats. Also Attorney-at-Law OxfOrd Mississippi noting practice in all courts and office with Falkner & Shands.
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Oxford
Falkner & Shands
Miss
Mississippi
Sullivan Building
Public Square
State Court
Supreme Court
Jackson
United States Court
Circuit Court of Appeals
New Orleans
Ate
Federal
Dice
Local Happenings in Oxford and Surrounding Areas
Oxford and nearby towns report social calls visits and travel. Residents like Mrs Rosa Harris Miss Loi Taylor and Miss Bessie Wohlleben socialize or tour, while many others return from Memphis Louisville Tupelo and Water Valley. The Board of Supervisors and local officials attend meetings as Easter approaches with fashion ads from The Oxford Dry Goods Co.
Oxford City Notes Mixed Social and Civic Items
Oxford adds a busy mix of visits and postings from local figures. Rev J G Chastain lectured at the Baptist Church while in town, Mr M G Pegues called at the office, and Miss Mabel Anderson returned home after a visit. The Eagle notes illness, furniture ads, travel, and upcoming events including exams, district gatherings, and a large Daughters of the Confederacy convention.
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M. GC. Pegues
Oxford
City
J. G. Chastain
Mexico
The
Baptist Church
Mrs E O Davidson Elected Delegate to State Convention
Mrs E O Davidson was elected as a delegate to represent the Albert Sidney Johnson Chapter of the Daughters of the Confederacy at the organization's annual state convention in Water Valley in May.
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Mississippi Daughters of the Confederacy
Water Valley
E. O. Davidson
Albert Sidney Johnson
The
Daughter of the Confederacy
Easter Egg Hunt At Bai ley Springs By Methodist Ladies
The Ladies of the M E Church host an Easter egg hunt for Sunday school children Saturday afternoon at Bailey Springs. All Sunday School members are invited to attend. Gov Longino appoints LaFayette county delegates to the Cane Growers convention in Macon Ga May 6 7 8. Smallpox vaccination and school quarantine move to prevent spread. revival services continue with large crowds and earnest sermons.
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The
Methodist Church
Bailey’s Springs
Countiss
Culpepper
McIntosh
Roane Seeks Re election for District Attorney Third Judicial District
Hon W A Roane is announced as a candidate for re election to the District Attorney post in the third judicial district. He is described as a capable learned jurist with a record of diligence and integrity, asking friends and constituents to consider him at the August primary.
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W. A. Roane
The
Eagle
Third Judicial District
Roane
Mississippi
Kimmons Declares Candidacy for State Senate
John H. Kimmons, a native of Lafayette County, presents himself as a candidate for representative in the State Senate. A University of the State alumnus and longtime Oxford attorney and former mayor, he emphasizes upright life, integrity and ability to serve the people of Lafayette County.
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John Hall Kimmons
State Senate
Kimmons
LaFayette County
State University
Oxford
Two Milk Cows and Two Fine Young Jacks
J A Bigger reports two milk cows and two fine young jacks. The note lists livestock for sale or collection with no additional context or pricing.
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J. A. Bigger
Sanders Adverts and Harmon Candidate for Beat 3
A classified ad promotes canned goods under the heading These Must Go with prices for potted ham veal and ham soups. The eagle subscription ad appears followed by a political notice: Mr J A Riales of Harmon town seeks the office of Supervisor Beat 3, described as energetic and competent and asks voters for support.
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Sanders’. A
J. A. Riales
Harmontown
the Eagle
Beat 3
Riales
LaFayette County
Runscoe homestead in Oxford offered for sale
J. H. Kimmons offers for sale on reasonable terms the Runscoe homestead located in Oxford. The notice presents an opportunity for interested buyers to inquire and negotiate terms directly with the owner.
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Oxford
Runscoe Homestead
J. H. Kimmons
For Sale Buggy and Harness Reduced Price
For sale one buggy and harness in good as new condition originally 75.00 now 40.00. Apply to Join H. Hope.
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H. Hope
James F Dooley Nominated for Beat 1 Magistrate
James F Dooley is announced as a candidate for Mag istrate of Beat 1. He is described as a Confederate veteran and a well known county citizen who will seek voters’ support in Beat 1.
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Jas. F. Dooley
Dooley
Mrs Barringer Rites Held In St Peters Cemetery
The remains of Mrs. K. H. Barringer were brought here Sunday night and interred Monday at 10 o clock in St. Peter's Cemetery with Rev. W. D. Heddleston officiating. A former Oxford resident, she had lived in Dallas, Texas, where she died. Her son Victor Barringer of San Antonio, Texas, accompanied the funeral party.
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K. H. Barringer
St. Peter’s Cemetery
W. D. Heddleston
Oxford
Dallas
Texas
Victor Barringer
San Antonio
Pain Free Tooth Extraction Says Local Dentist
Physicians praise a painless anesthetic with no systemic effects suitable for patients with heart or lung concerns. Marketed as the safest option, it is offered by Dr. W. B. McMahon, the sole dentist on this side of Memphis using it.
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Oailand
W. B. McMahon
Memphis
Chancellor Fulton and Miss Florence Thompson wed in New Orleans
Chancellor B. Fulton and Miss Florence Thompson were married at the bride's mother's home in New Orleans with Rev. Wallace Palmer officiating. They left for an extended tour through Colorado after the ceremony. Thompson is the daughter of the late William H. Thompson. Fulton is a long-time University educator.
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Fulton
Florence Thompson
New Orleans
Wallace Palmer
Colorado
William H. Thompson
University
South
Corn Purchase Intent From Bocarp Locan and Co
Bocarp Locan and Co seeks to buy 500 bushels of good ear corn, indicating a commercial offer and procurement interest from the firm.
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Bocarp, Locan & Co
Confederate Veterans Meeting Adjournes At Court House
An adjourned Confederate Veterans meeting is announced at the Court House for Saturday April 11 at 1am. R W Jones serves as Commander.
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Confederate Veterans
Court House
Lnam
R. W. Jones
Minstrel Jubilee Elevates Local Talent At Two Opera Houses
In December 1902 the University Minstrels benefiting the Base Ball team performed under Charles Roltare at Corneautville and Glover's Opera House. The shows drew packed houses with plantation songs buck and wing dances and lively sketches. Roltare earned praise as director and trainer and boosted local support and finances for the sponsoring organization.
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University Minstrels
Charles Roltare
Oxford
Imperial
Corneautville Opera House
Igloo Club
Roltare
Conneautville
Linesville
Glover's Opera House
Brunswick
Americus
Evening Herald
Americus Ga
Oxford Oil Mill Company Charter Formed in Mississippi
The Charter of Incorporation creates THE OXFORD OIL MILL COMPANY near Oxford Mississippi with initial capital up to $60,000, $4,000 subscribed and $210,000 paid, to operate ginning, oil production, cotton handling, ice and fertilizer, electric power, brick and tile making, and related activities under a Board of Directors elected by stockholders.
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B. T. Kimbrough
H. Platt
J. W.T. Falkner
F. M. Stowers
T. H. Somerville
J. E. Neilson
Oxford Oil Mill Company
Oxford
la Fayette
Mississippi
Bard
Board of Directors
Paracamph Esteemed For Burns and Sunburn Care
A reader praises Paracamph ee as the best pre made for burns cuts and sunburns. The letter says the product brings comfort and recommends it to others, noting a 26 cent bottle price.
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S. 6Th Avenue
Peersy Seve
Proper digestion improves health and skin beauty
The article urges women to take Herbiae after meals to aid digestion and maintain color and vitality. It promotes a small 50 cent dose at the Oxford Pharmacy and links pure blood to strength and beauty, warning against poor digestion and pale complexions.
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Oxford
The Best Prescription for Malaria Bottle Ad
An old advertisement touts Grove Tasteless Chill Tonic as a malaria remedy. It claims chills and fever relief with iron and quinine in tasteless form for 50 cents per bottle.
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Grove
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Oxford Eagle
Illinois Central
North Hound
Focal
Co. M
Owen
Avent
Announcements
Dp. M. Peatherston
A.m Hlohtower
T Vpalkser
John B. Kemmons
T. M. Stone
DUKE
M. Kim Phrevgh
Denton
Toves
Temple
P.g. Carpenter
Graham
Parks
Welch
Bartsfield
V.k Materews
Chancery
Pete Ramey
Cc. Begmes
A. Metanen
Slough
Walde iv
W.c, Parks
T. KF. Samuel
J. 5B
McKwen
Ss. M. Parham
A. VL. Davis
Stephens
Aren Nroown
Dr. Wed, Jones
Superintendent of Education
M. Anderson
Hlt
Smuph
Wiley Pooooolssy
JW. Patterson
Linders Cullen
Mm. Ranklin
A. Sneed
Wilmer Kennedy
D.S. Melarty
M.M. Knight
Co. C. Stephens
W. 8B
Rereman
J. 1. Walker
Jon WH. Hope
A. Weales
J. Rh. Melarty
V. L. Warris
Brow.s, Jules FP
Baits
N.N. McClellan
Douglass
Guy Melarty
Rey Maes
LAW Vins
Ype
Russell
James Stone
Gpone & Wilson
Wilson
W. V. Sullivan
G. DyShands
Palenek & Shands
L. Sivley
Bes Wee Kh
F. KimMone Water Valley
Pi Mons & Kimmons
Attorneys-At-Law Oxford
C. W. Petrie
Ton Seed House
Tention
University Street
J. O. Lundie
Chamberlain
BR. KR. Chilton & Co
John Wanamaker
J. P. Wilkins
Tom Collier
Louisville
Mrs
Rosa Harris
Lyon
Mr. P. B. Farr
Loi Taylor
Senatobia
D. F. Rogers
DD. J. Lucas
Miss @nie Harris
Ripley
Sallie Burns
Norwood Patterson
Mr. A. Brenner
Chambers Furniture CO
Yue OxFord
G. Co
Bessie Leland
J. B. McEwen
Mr. Weaver
Burgess
N. W. P. Bacon
A. Fregoe
Annie Kimimons
J. B. Roach
Blair
Bessie Wohlleben
Flinch Club
Joe Sturdivant
Julu Smith
Mount Pleasant
N.J Wilbourn
Mrs. Webb
Birmingham
Chancellor R. B. Fulton
Flossie Mcilroy
Tupelo
Manley Leavell
Shields Hussey
Abbeville
T. A1. Winter
Messrs
A. O. Stephens
J. O Freloar
Board of Supervisors
J E. Holmes
Severa
Clint Stineberger
Industrial Review
J. W. Johnson
Oxford Dry Goods
Oxford Dry Goods Co
Miss Dotte Delay
W. B. Worley
John Strong
Toccopola
G. F. Qook
A. E. Harwell
J. B Bagley
J. W. Bell
Lou Fondren
5. A. Murray
Forest City
Ark
T. F. Herron
KE. H. Bell
Pontotoc
R. S. Adame
Macon
Wright
Oxford Dry Gooda Co
Mabel Anderson
College Hill
Tece Delbridge
Will
Roberson
Lone Star State
Oxford D. G. Co
W. G. Kimble
W. W. Kimble
Chambers’ Furniture Co
O B. Boone
T. J. Wilson
LaFayette Springs
F. Blaylock
al Bay Spur, Aré
Euguene Campbell
General Electrical Co
Ab Schenectady
N. Y
China
George Wagner
Cornell University
W. D. Kestler
Paris
Agie Kestler
Mary Hodge
Eagle Office
Chambers Furniture
Union Grove
W. S. Hargis
Gentry
Fanny J. Ricks
Grenada
W. L. Milne
Winona
First Regiment
W. C. Chilton
A. & M. College
Mississippi State Teachers Association
Vicksburg
Barnett
J. B. Culpepper
Iuka
Sterling
M. D. Rayburn
Clifton
Arizona
J. W. Hampton
F. W. Nabors
King
Nabors
Woman’s Missionary Society of
M. E. Chhurch
W. B. Cowan
Oxford Public Schools
J.J. Vance
F. L. Riley
Jack Taggart
Erma B. Covington
Koshcoko
Tehula
D. N. Foose
John Dyson
John Foster
George Wilson
Hagle
W. A. Roan
John H. Kimmons
James F. Dooley
Confederate Veterans’ Meeting
Opera House
Abe Brenner
P. E. Matthews & Son
Monte
Vallo and
Poleahontos
W.T. Wallace
Iss
Undertaker
Miss Clarice Snyder
Scientifc
Expert Service
W. B. "Icttahon
Hite
GU Araraers
James F. F. Ballard
St. Louis
Davidson & Wardlaw
Arial
Danade
Tio Heston
Gan
Perbottle
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