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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1898
Page
2
A fragmentary 19th century page mentions war preparation with U S troops and state militia, Yale land case appeal, Egyptian cotton seed prospects, floods and levee danger near Memphis, and political clashes over railroad passes and telegraph use.
Readable fragments mention Mississippi Congressmen praised for securing claims against the government for wartime property loss. A Detroit-born actress Margaret Walker died after a fall during a Cymbaline performance. Crude notes discuss cotton bale prices, new compresses, and alleged monopolistic plans by capitalists and companies in the cotton trade.
A North Carolina druggist advertises free trial bottles at BBR Ciofon. The notice lists Hammick A and A Co as suppliers and promotes a limited offer for customers in SBebr. N.C. and surrounding areas.
An old patent medicine ad promotes a salve claimed to cure bruises fevers and skin conditions like tetter chilblains and cuts. priced at 35 cents per box and sold by E. B. Chiltes & Co.
A resident endured months of fever described as Yellow Jaundice type while seeking care from prominent city physicians with no relief reported. The note states repeated consultations and advice but does not specify cure.
J.B. Erreéosz and B. W. Enméozz are listed alongside Harrie Geisan and J. K Kieome in a short item likely noting a namesake dispute or collaboration. The exact action, location, and dates are not provided in the fragment.
A dramatic Senate floor speech argues for swift war against Spain over Cuba. The speaker calls for mobilization, cites casualties and hunger in Cuba, urges destruction of the Maine, and predicts a costly yet necessary conflict to secure independence for the islands.
All persons indebted to NS Owens & Co. are urged to come forward and settle their accounts immediately. WL Goodwin has the business in charge and is authorized to make settlements. S. Owens & Co. March 28, 1908.
The notice lists Spring Examinations for white teachers on April 1 15 16 and for colored April 8 9 2 23. It names G B E Hiestowe Commissioner of Education. An unrelated advert promotes Samti s Sere Kitney Care claiming 98 percent cure rate for various conditions and a money back guarantee.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference Chilton's epunn and pelenor ma ty state of Leticia SDS. Details are unclear but indicate a scheduled update or statement by E and r-So by 2.
Gen Jan K R Chalmers a veteran jurist and Confederate officer died Saturday morning at the Memphis home of Dr W B Rogers aged 67. He served in the Civil War on the staff of Forrest and later represented his state in Congress. His funeral in Elmwood cemetery included military honors and a Confederate flag burial shroud.
An advertisement notes Howell Spring two and a half miles east of Oxford offering free water and grounds through a drugstore partnership. It touts medicinal qualities and curative powers with claims of remedies from “Our Native Herbs” and mentions products priced at 35 cents per package. It also references a Boon Mim child’s illness and a physician’s prior prescriptions.
In the University chapel last night Oxford residents and students marked a centennial celebration with a reading of the historic act and a talk on state history by Dr. Leaveil. Prof. Riley noted the need for patriotism and youth involvement, while Dr. Jones read on Easter life in the Old South. About thirty young men expressed interest in forming a Historical Society to support progress and education.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a contested hearing or court filing involving Beard, Ape, Weathers, and several named individuals and entities. The text references jury, be one, changes in petitions, and potential legal actions in a county setting with multiple names, roles, and addresses.
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