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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1909
Page
3
A roundup of social items shows residents visiting relatives in Grenada Oxford Memphis and Houston, with several trips planned to Tocco Pola Biloxi and Blue Mountain. Updates include illnesses and recoveries, farm sales, and church activities plus two deaths and local obchod notices.
The first bell of open cotton was presented to the Eagle office by Hugh Wiley from T. C. Gallegly’s farm about 12 miles north of town, signaling near harvest and the end of the dull season. Industry events include a College Hill ice cream fundraiser, stockholders meeting, and property listings in Lafayette County with several notices.
Out of a full heart I express grateful thanks to all friends who tenderly ministered during my illness at the camp ground. May God bless and reward you all is my sincere prayer. Mes. Founr Cattaway.
A kind mare offers willing labor and new art harness. Seller notes contact with J. E. Cunninoguam in Oxford Mississippi for sale or work arrangements.
Sealed bids invited for university supplies including 200 gallons monthly milk 150 gallons buttermilk 750 pounds creamery butter and 2500 pounds fresh meat with separate meat bids. Bids due Aug 25 with bond and possible rejection. Also notices for Bridges and 9000 feet heart pine lumber to be used on local levee. bids due Sept 7 with bond double bid amount. Board reserves right to reject any or all bids. England Woopwork Clerk Oxford Miss Aug 7 1909 Illinois Central rates promotion notice follows.
The report describes a camp meeting led by Hev. L. A. McKeown ending Thursday night with strong ministry from visiting brethren. It notes widespread refreshment and many sinners converted, fourteen deciding for Christ, as the camp meeting is deemed a success.
A letter from PF. W. Devore & Co claims their Devoe paint uses less pigment than competitors and offers half a job painted with Devoe and half with any other paint if asserted otherwise. The firm warns no pay if Devoe bait does not reduce costs and adds a PS noting Asibue Price sells their paint.
Singer and Wheeler & Wilson sewing machines touted as reliable with payment options. Old machines accepted in exchange. Latest attachments available. Try one before buying. S Webster, salesman and collector.
Advertisement notes excursion rates to California Washington and British Columbia with prices 357.50 867.50 877.50. Provides guidance on dates of sale, limits, stopovers, routes, sleeping car reservations, schedules and illustrated advertising. Directs inquiries to R. C. Granberry, Agent.
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