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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1896
Page
3
The notice lists southbound train numbers 1 Fast Mail 3 Limited H Local Freight and northbound trains including 6 39 a 4 7 15 r 2 Local Freight with stops at Taylors or Waterford. It shows ABBEVILLE service and is signed by W. Mitchell, Agent.
John F. Brown is listed as Mayor with a slate of city posts including T. Coleman BK P. Gr, H. Reys W D D, T. Carter, EH. Kiamons, J. O. Damey, B P Gray, C E E Temple, and others. The document names high offices such as Circuit Clerk, Education, Assessor, Coroner and Ranger, Surveyor and related roles.
In November, a group labeled ceutagers advances to the third judicial phase as the case proceeds. Details remain sparse in the readable text.
Judge Eugene presiding. Ww A Roane District Court convenes second Mondays. Jim Slared September 2. Methodist Rev J W Derman. Preaching 5 11 am 7 7 pm. Baptist Rev A N Crexton Sabbath School 394 m. Jade cer Superintendent meeting Wednesday evening 7 30. Presbyterian Sev D A Heddleton Pastor Sunday 11 a m 7 30 p m Sabbath School 304 G A Cairnes Superintendent. St Peter's every Sunday 11 am Sabbath School 9 32 am J E B Pegues Superintendent.
The text lists meeting times for several fraternal groups including TES Lafayette Royal Ord Seae eco mui, Sea KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS Oxford Lodge No 73, PF. B. Longstreet Lodge No 113, OXFOED LODGE K OF HB No 106, Gaford Hotel K of B H No 195, Oxford Camp No 39 Woodmen of the World. Meetings occur on the Ist Thursday, Friday, and other specified dates each month with officers named.
General delivery hours listed as open on weekdays from A.M. to 5 P.M. and on Sunday from blank to 10 A.M. The notice provides standard hours for mail service access.
Burglar warnings circulate as picnic season begins. April 26 marks Memorial Day observances in Oxford with Dixie and Yankee Doodle at the Public School Building. Judge Simrall to speak at the courthouse Saturday. Rev F E Maddox of Birmingham preaches U F C commencement on May 24. Gentrys plan to stay in town. Methodist Church women host strawberry supper next Tuesday the 21st. Hervey Turner has been ill with typhoid fever at his father’s home for eight days.
A local column reports a stranger singing and preaching on the Public Square. County Superintendent High tower expects a full teacher list for exams on the 15th and 25th. Dr A C Bramlet purchased a residence on North street. Miss Electa Gifford and Bob and Alf Taylor perform to packed venues. A burglar stole from Dr T D Isom. a cemetery committee is formed. Miss Dora Cook and Mr F S Gentry wed. Chamberlains Cough Remedy praised by F M Martin. Hammocks and dress goods promoted. Chiltons Steamboat Pills recommended for headaches.
A fragment suggests a rural view that farming teaches boys alongside pigs, noting that city life harms both. It hints at boys working the plow most days, with a half day for leisure or fishing, implying a positive outcome from rural upbringing.
A farmer raised boy is described as sober honest and industrious not ashamed to work or wear old clothes. He grasps tasks firmly and without gloves and succeeds in his aims through steady effort.
On April 4 the teachers of Lafayette County met in the Court House and organized a county teachers association to be named the Lafayette County Teachers Association. Prof. W. B. Cowan was elected president W. S. Hargis secretary and Superintendent G. R. Hightower treasurer. A meeting is set for April 25 to complete the organization. W. L. Harats, Sec.
Advertisement asserts Tutt's Liver Pills cure stomach and liver diseases and prevent doctor bills. Claims include relief from sick headache dyspepsia malaria constipation and biliousness with two million endorsers.
Hammocks emphasize comfort and style as a top summer accessory at Davidson's Roanes. The notice highlights a popular new pattern and encourages shoppers to explore the latest chestnut and navy options for outdoor leisure this season.
A handsome line of Spring Bonnets and new season notellies is now on view upstairs over D. Kothman. Ladies of Oxford and nearby areas are invited to call and see the latest arrivals. Dressmaking department continues with guarantee of satisfaction and low prices.
Local notices list returnees and travelers including Mr J E Neilson improving at home and Miss Compton visiting near Minter City. Mentions of social calls, weddings, hospitalities, and trips to Memphis, Evergreen, Jackson, and Oxford accompany references to stores, seeds, and goods at area shops.
Mr W B Cowan announces his acceptance as president of the Teachers’ Association of Lafayette County. He pledges energy and influence for the group and its members. Also includes crop of local ads for Chamberlains remedy and Kendels Pain Cure with store notices.
An advertisement touts Less Chill Tonic as the best remedy for coughs colds and la grippe with a money back guarantee. It also notes J D Ganter now offers roofing guttering and tin work in Oxford and invites orders through R A Crouch for prompt service.
Dr Lyon of Bay Springs is gravely ill with brain fever and may not recover. His Alabama-based brother has been notified. The piece also lists sales notes, medicinal testimonials for Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey, and invites readers to attend the Alf and Bob Taylor platform entertainment with tickets at Davidson & Keane’s.
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