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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1908
Page
2
A chaotic column surveys Taft's gains among Democrats in Chicago, warnings of anarchic fears, and Western weather jokes. It mocks Bryan foes, cites Sven Hepin's Brahmaputra source claim, ridicules prohibition politics, and notes jokey bids for vice president and sea-serpent purchases by Chicago.
A long discussion on avoiding cinches in work and life contrasts a cautionary tale of a stenographer who lost speed and skill by taking a cushy job. The piece also notes farmers planting corn, garden work, Easter events, health updates, church services, and social visits in the community.
Notice under Section 111 of the Priv Tax law warns license holders that privilege licenses expiring this month must be renewed in May. Failure to renew may trigger double the original tax with no discretion by the Tax Collector. Tax Collector J C Hartshtep urges prompt renewal. Sebeeribe for Fae Eaces
The April term proceedings show allowances for county expenses including printing, roads, paupers, and jail upkeep. Resignations of magistrate and constable trigger a May 1 election. Bid notices for bridges, jail repairs, and county road work are ordered. Committee reports cover jail conditions, orphan apprenticeship aims, and county poorhouse maintenance.
Regular Reporter T T McCarley of Okolona visited the campus and was a Cecil Rhodes scholarship candidate. The team swept Memphis University School in two of three games and prepares for S W P U opponents. Ayers Cooper and others return from tennis tourney wins. upcoming A and M contest. Mumps affect Sam Leddelle. Fair back at third base. An ad promotes liver health.
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