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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1895
Page
4
A Pittsburgh Bulletin excerpt describes a Persian dinner with kneeling guests, pibbie bread bowls, pilaws and chilaws, sherbet bowls with carved stands, and musicians. Guests are served by the host, lingers discouraged, and departures occur after a final pipe with washing, hands rinsed by ewer, and lantern-guided exits.
Texas Siftings notes a closed store once seen as thriving due to heavy crowds. The piece pivots to public library stats and a quip on shutting out children from life lessons amid social concerns.
A garbled late night tale unfolds as a caller asks Dr Pott about a nephew and a Bridgeport incident. The doctor endures a bizarre exchange via a pipe and ink mixed prank, while other light snippets shift to a jack-leg carpenter and African veldt bravery.
A terse exchange from Brooklyn Life hints a mother fears a month around a young ladies’ seminary may influence her son. The dialogue notes he has learned to smoke, prompting concern that his behavior could worsen.
Synopsis outlines the Second International Epworth League conference in Chattanooga with June dates. Highlights include addresses by Mayor George W. Ochs and Rev McFerrin, Canadian Methodist leaders, and Bishop Kemdriz. The program features sermons, prayers, and departmental conferences on Christian fellowship and expression.
A survey of domestic ideals outlines traits women admire in men and mothers. It notes amiability, cheerful disposition, tact, listening, courtesy, and support in tough times, while women seek honesty, gentleness, strength, and practical care. The piece blends social advice with light anecdotes from readers.
Wise Provision. Little Ethel muses that boys in Heaven will have their heads with wings so they cannot fight. Little Johnny asks why, and Ethel answers that wings prevent fighting among angels, in a light hearted Good News style remark.
In a cheeky Chicago Tribune exchange, Madge jokes that Molly Jamesby is deeply smitten with her new friend. The quip reveals Molly has a brother, playing on a playful misunderstanding.
A young man asks about Miss Gildingley’s accomplishments and her admirer boasts she can refuse the pressure and stay true to herself, highlighting her resolve and strength in the face of manipulation.
The report surveys Europe’s armed costs, compares armed and unarmed peace, and notes varied sickness rates in English naval stations. It lists new torpedo destroyers, armor tests, and a shift to gray artillery horses with reasoning on strength. It also mentions plant counts in Somersetshire during late December.
A sensational 1585 Ohio special reports wide sale of No To Bar claimed to cure nervous irritation and strengthen general health. Testimonials from merchants sherif and mayor cite rapid customer gain, while warnings warn of counterfeits and imitators.
An advertisement promises one hundred dollars for deafness caused by catarrh to be cured by constitutional remedies. The claim cites the Eustachian tube and medical jargon to imply restoration of hearing, with a Toledo publisher backing the offer and a U.S. newspaper quote lending credence.
The remedy is praised for comfort and personal enjoyment, presenting the pure laxative benefits in an appealing form. It cleanses the system, cures constipation, and is endorsed by medical professionals for its gentle action on the kidneys. Sold by druggists nationwide and produced by the California Fig Syrup Company.
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