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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1909
Page
2
A miscellaneous page from a local paper notes editorials and snippets on politics tariffs and public figures. It mentions Jerome as district attorney, Henry Adams era tone, and references figures like Roosevelt and Harriman amid scattered regional notes.
A long reflection on the proverb paying the piper warns that folly, crime, and vanity cost individuals and communities their peace and honor. Local updates note sparse news, road conditions, church services, visitors, and a wish for more school applicants as Stringtown and nearby areas resume activity.
The board reviewed relief payments to paupers and medical aids, approved road and bridge contracts across multiple crossings, and set levee work and public road improvements. A committee was named to view proposed new routes, and the education superintendent report noted teacher payments and per diem allowances.
An Oxford citizen argues for Doan's Kidney Pills as reliable to protect against disordered kidney troubles. W. V. Sullivan, ex-Congressman, testifies to relief and plans continued use, noting the product is sold by Foster Milburn Co. in Buffalo with 50 cent price and sole U.S. agency.
Local items report Mr Moody Swaim visiting Pontotoc relatives and a Baptist Church meeting ending with seven new members. Oxford visitor C E Sleugh attended with his daughter Jade as business guests. Methodist activities continue with Rev J C Park aiding the pastor. Ads warn about health remedies and baby tonics, with several medical products recommended.
A community note reports Mr Esker Butler and family visiting, a Bluff Springs revival ongoing, and Arthur Crawford and wife attending Oxford camp meeting. Farmers warn of a cockroach like pest harming cotton blooms and rain is needed. Ads promote Chamberlain remedies and Foley Honey and Tar with unclaimed mail items listed.
Locals report a watermelon surplus and a busy period of fruit caning across the county. A meeting at Caswellail drew Ed Richmond and Oxford visitors, while Miss Minnie Gordon was elected Philadelphia schoolteacher. Protracted meetings, regional visits, and health ad notices fill the page as residents share updates and endorsements for balled liniments and medicines.
A compilation of short items mentions Mr John E. Duncan's summer stay, a Mills fishtrap picnic, Mrs Berry Harris and family leaving for Coffeeville, and church attendance at Anderson's Chapel. Also reported are Midway's meeting start, local praise for the Eagle, and advertisements for DeWitt's Kidney Pills, Foley's Kidney Remedy, Bucklen's Arnica Salve, and Dr King’s New Discovery with testimonial notes from local residents.
Woodson Ridge reports good community health and improved roads after contractor work. Miss Kate Stephens elected teacher for a third term by unanimous vote. Visitors include Mr Alf Warren and family from LaFayette Springs and Mrs May McNeill and Effie from Pontotoc. Local singing school attendance noted and general civic updates. Stringtown section notes fair to poor health, various visits, preaching at Bethel, and social calls among residents.
A historical ad promotes Foley's Urine Laxative claiming it stimulates the stomach and liver and regulates the bowels to cure habitual constipation. Sold by all druggists.
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