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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1914
Page
2
The Oxford Eagle dated Thursday April 30 1914 lists Mrs Eliza A Thompson as editor and G C Kirkpatrick as business manager. It notes the newspaper's mailing status as second-class mail matter at the Oxford post office, Oxford Mississippi.
The notice lists Hon. Houstrn D. Stephens as a candidate for re election to Congress from the Second District and Hon. J Lee Bates as a candidate for Circuit Judge in the Third Judicial District both subject to Democratic primary. It comments on war costs and arbritration, mosquito control, and remarks on Gov Brewer and Bilbo concerning judicial appointments. It notes Wirt Adams death and governor appointed successor.
Newton county representative Lon N M Everett acquires the Lafayette County Press in Oxford and will continue operating under the same name. The note praises his character, endorses competition, and emphasizes businesslike management to cover rising paper and printing costs.
W C Morgan posts a notice warning the public against hunting fishing or trespassing on his property. The terse alert aims to deter encroachment and protect land rights.
The Supreme Court ruling on elective judges and chancellors spurs talk of a flood of candidates, though many districts show only a few contenders. The piece warns lawyers to nominate capable, vetted men, arguing the public cannot easily discern good lawyers across counties and stressing the need for the ablest candidates to run.
The publisher pledges a fearless fair discussion of county and state matters and invites reader cooperation. The note expresses ambition for a better, more informative newspaper and asks readers to support and subscribe, noting small debts are welcome and neighbors should be encouraged to join.
Hon E B Carter of Amite county arrives in Oxford as a mysterious figure. Locals recall his past political battles with Vardaman and Bilbo and his alliance with Gov Brewer. The report suggests his true aim is to gauge Bilbo's support and influence the political scene.
A political critique accuses Mr. Carter of duplicity in Mississippi politics, claiming he shifts support among Vardaman Bilbo Brewer and Burns faction, ducking key votes and loyalties. The writer urges avoiding Burns methods and condemns his mission as creditless and aimed at fringe allies.
M C Simpeon trustee announces sale under deed of trust for defaulted indebtedness. In front of the south door of the Lafayette County courthouse he will offer cash bids for about 1230 acres described across multiple sections and townships in Lafayette County Mississippi. Sale to the highest bidder with title believed good but conveyance as trustee.
Hon J Lee Bates of Pittaboro Calhoun county announces candidacy for Circuit Judge in the upcoming Democratic primary in August. A University of Virginia law graduate and former Calhoun legislator, Bates says he will meet voters across the district and is considered a strong debater and capable judge.
Advertisement for cotton seed from Water Valley Mississippi dealer W J Derrick. Promises purity and guarantees to combat the green bell weevil. Includes contact by mail or phone in Mississippi in 21).
A United Daughters of the Confederacy meeting is scheduled in the Baptist church study this Saturday at 4 o’clock. Mrs Blanche Summerville serves as secretary. Also listed is a for sale item a fine jersey calf priced at ten dollars by C L Brown and Brown.
The Clerk of the Board orders sealed bids for road and bridge work with deadlines May 5 1914 and May 12 1914. Bids invited for road links 127 69 8 31 211 and 70 plus a bridge on Oxford Belmont near C B White farm. board may reject any or all bids and certain links are discontinued but remain open to public travel. Names and local routes include Seah caneener Beef right, Batesville Toby Toby, Ben Carter’s mill, Panola county, Oxford and Taylor road, and Toby Tubby creek.
Bids due April 2, 1944, to the Secretary of the University for 408 opera chairs for chapel and for putting a new tin roof on Oberva ane. Specifications furnished on application.
Nea-Resident Notice for Mary Allen defendant in State of Mississippi Lafayette County suit No 4370. The notice cites a summons to appear on a Monday in April 1914 to defend in the court of Walter Allen against a suit where she is named as defendant.
Short fragment notes a Mississippian item to L. D. Anderson of Bell Buckle Tennessee. The terse line hints at a transfer or payment bearing 441s as a docket or reference.
State issues non resident notice in No 4416 Christine van Campiamant and others with unknown addresses to appear in De Soto Parish Lafayette County court. Clerk W M Woopwarp records the filing on April 24 with details of the suit and defense.
John M. Fry recalls Sister Nelson a devout leader who rebuilt Oxford church life. He details her boarding house ministry, Sunday school work, and future mission efforts in New Orleans. The letter narrates long friendship from Oxford to Meridian Birmingham and California, mourning her passing.
A testimonial from Peacock of Oxford Maine claims Doan’s Kidney Pills cured back pain and kidney ills after months of disability. The ad says relief came after Kendrick’s Drug Store sold the pills and urges readers to “Remember the name Davenport’s” and buy from dealers.
Ginners of this county and neighboring counties plan a meeting at Water Valley on May 12 in the courthouse afternoon. Independent ginners are urged to attend to hear plans to buy bagging and ties direct from the factory at lower prices and discuss sale of cotton seed and rental insurance details. Farmers are also urged to attend as the meeting benefits growers and independent ginners.
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