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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1914
Page
1
The article analyzes how language divides nations across Europe, noting that current borders do not align with Slavic Germanic and Magyar tongues. It traces how linguistic consciousness grew, affects policy in Poland Russia and Austria, and fuels desires for independence and revived statehood.
Frank Hand escaped from county jail while awaiting appeal on highway robbery. He allegedly used a wax key to free himself after sawing an iron bar. Aiding him is Laura Johnson about 24, who bought a Cincinnati bound ticket with funds from Hand and may have supplied a sleeping car berth. Investigators probe who made the duplicate key and how wax impressions were obtained. Johnson held at sheriff's office with bond set at 2500 if preliminary trial grants release.
Fragmentary reports describe skirmishes opening a historic battle as European powers mobilize. Italy remains neutral officially while Britain nears full mobilization. Germany demands passage through Belgium with a 12 hour ultimatum.
A Jackson recall petition with about 50 signers accuses Mayor S J Taylor of unfitness and partisan conduct. The document asks for resignation or a special election and cites interference with the courts and support for indicted figures Bilbo and Hobbs who were later acquitted.
Yazoo City reports sufficient capital to build a dairy plant as boll weevil pressure rising. Prof. J. S. Moore from the A and M college provides dairy cattle guidance. Initial inquiry began with local farmers asking about dairy expansion and milk supply feasibility.
J A Wales town marshal shot Edgar Ketchens a well to do farmer living ten miles east of Pickens. The motive is unknown though reports say Ketchens was armed and dangerous. The incident occurred late yesterday and Ketchens may die from his wounds.
The town and surrounding countryside have been greatly excited by the ravages of a mad dog. After four days and nights it was killed. It bit several head of stock and about 109 or more dogs were bitten. Roughly 60 dogs have been killed and many more were bitten.
In Vicksburg Judge Pat Heory announced he will not enter the congressional race, thanking supporters for their encouragement. In Corinth the jury acquitted Earl Mills, found not guilty of murder after trial.
An explosion of dynamite in a hust at Rotten bayou near Fenton kills one person and injures two others. Authorities report the blast occurred in the early hours, with responders securing the scene and transporting victims. The incident is under investigation.
Clinton Thompson, 43, Osyka mayor, lawyer and former high school principal, shot himself beside his three year old son in a nursery. He was born near McComb City, educated at Mississippi College, served as mayor eight years, and was married to Dora Bennett of Crystal Springs. His wife and son survive.
Henry Frank James Surget Joseph Reale and the late H F Baker comprise an advisory board for a project valued at one million two hundred fifty thousand. The board members are listed as key figures guiding the initiative.
Mrs. Pink Timbe of Paden hanged herself after prolonged pellagra illness. In Yasco City Virg Taylor, a Black man on South Ward Street, shot and killed his wife with a pistol.
In a divided ruling the ICC allows some proposed increases for western tolls north of the Ohio and Potomac rivers with a buffalo to Pittsburg line to the Mississippi. Eastern routes to the Atlantic seaboard face no rise. Daniels and McChord dissented, urging broader hikes to meet living costs and eastward parity. The majority cites lower western rates and suggests cutting costly free service and rising passenger fares to meet public need. Coal shipments face no hike.
Virtually complete returns show Republican Governor A. B. Willson and Burton Vance of Louisville Progressive nominated for the long term in the United States Senate. In Olympia Washington the industrial welfare commission set the minimum wage for women over 18 in industrial work at 8.90 dollars per week.
After twelve hours deliberation a jury convicted Jesse Jopkin of murdering Dr D Wisten Dunn former mayor. The court sentenced him to life imprisonment. Murgia's 400 Constitutionalists were defeated by 1,000 federal irregulars near Chicushus Mex with 200 reported dead.
London reports famine pressure visible in Europe with food prices rising and the poor unable to afford staples. England has taken no steps to halt food exports despite rising costs.
Reports from Rome say Germany demanded Russia and France declare neutrality within twelve hours triggering panic in Paris and across the German colony as hundreds flee the city.
Purcell, Oklahoma, Irwin J. Wilfrey, bookkeeper for the Jefferson Trust Company, pleaded guilty to embezzling 11 thousand dollars and was sentenced to three years in prison. The report also notes limited wireless news access for Samoan island inhabitants and a separate item about Iowa prisoners breaking jail in Waterloo.
John J. Arnold, vice president of the First Naval Exchange, argues domestic war efforts in Europe open a major chance for American manufacturers to gain South American and other markets now dominated by Germany. He notes England as a rival, but Germany’s blockade and straining commerce may push trade toward the United States if the conflict prolongs.
The article explains tree feeding, noting humus and nutrients around roots aid growth. It compares digestion to insects, describes rootlets dissolving soil, absorbing liquids through pores, and sap transporting nourishment to all parts. Observation suggests digestion precedes consumption. The piece ends referencing teachings from the University of California.
The German envoy delivers a formal declaration of war to Russia in St. Petersburg. Germany’s staff leaves the city. Paris mobilization signals rise of conflict as France, England move toward involvement. Italy declares neutrality as Austria-Hungary may seek international mediation. Russia summons all men aged 20 to 40. Britain watches with fear as war spreads. The Japanese navy signals interest in the Far East.
London reports rapid development of Europe’s crisis as Germany demands Russia halt mobilization and declares war. The German emperor and chancellor spoke of war and Count von Pourtales delivered a war declaration to Russia, with embassies evacuating. Placards in Paris call for mobilization while German-Diplomatic ties fracture.
Russian authorities seized the German steamer Atlas at Novorossiysk and ordered the crew to disembark. A pursuit was launched for a second German steamer that had departed the port.
Reports from London say Field Marshal Earl Kitchener may become British minister of war. A return to Egypt appears canceled. Swedish coastal observations note warships near Landsort and Russian ships at Aland near Stockholm, suggesting regional naval movements.
A teen decree in Christiana Norway proclaims Norway's complete neutrality. The proclamation asserts Norway will remain neutral amid surrounding tensions.
Four German military aeroplanes crossed the frontier toward Paris and were driven back by the Rheims air squadron. Wireless messages confirmed the aerial sortie and warned the corps in Rheims. The report notes vigilance against Zeppelin raids and describes searchlights sweeping the sky between Paris and the frontier.
Berlin report says Kaiser William spoke from a palace window to about five thousand supporters. He warned opponents to seek peace or face a war that would test Germany and demanded sacrifice in property and lives for the nation. He urged prayer for the army and urged the nation to endure a fateful hour.
President Wilson urged the nation to stay calm amid the European war and said the United States owes it to mankind to help the world during the present crisis.
The Hamburg American line steamer President Grant, which departed from this port, has been recalled by wireless. The ship had 171 cabin passengers and 146 steerage travelers and had set courses for Cherbourg Plymouth and Hamburg.
The Hague reports Queen Wilhelmina of Holland issued an urgent decree ordering general mobilization of the Dutch army. The measure aims to ensure rapid deployment and readiness across all military units in response to escalating tensions in Europe.
Paris reports heavy Franco German military activity along the frontier with French outposts deployed. A German patrol crossed the line at one point, likely due to a mistaken crossing.
A decree proclaims martial law in Berlin and bans publication of reports on movements of German troops and war material, restricting press coverage during wartime conditions.
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