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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1913
Page
1
In a lighthearted tale from 1913, Melissa moonlures Mr. Crammer to the perch under a full moon with Aunt Jane and Mrs Merriwild watching. Melissa schemes to expose his ignorance of astronomy while playing with lace, nebular hypotheses, and parallax as their jokes grow.
Excerpted reflections emphasize a clear life aim to avoid drifting aimlessly. A narrator debates distance and effort with Aunt Jane and Mrs. Merriwid, arguing that true progress comes from self discipline and pursuing the hardest, best path. Paraphrased from Orison Swett Marden.
At a National Sheep Breeders meeting J A Mowbray noted pigs over 54 pounds must ride as passengers on the London Brighton South Coast line or by passenger train. He recalled sending a pig in a crate by goods train with wheels and being charged as a bath chair.
The London Chronicle notes a man who tallies large figures while performing a Gregorian task and stays consistently accurate. It contends few brain workers match him, while manual laborers agree that muscles move better when the soul is merry.
A fragment notes a person named Weeks claiming self harm on a frigid night. It portrays a dire mood with references to cold weather and a vow tied to personal death. The text reflects a distressed statement rather than a full narrative.
A man questions an artist about devotion to art. Cumroz responds that he aims to become rich enough to own a gallery of old master paintings, revealing a single minded pursuit for wealth to secure prestige.
Walter Ferguson a Mississippi National Guard sergeant was found guilty of manslaughter in the 1911 strike killings of Private Perry in Water Valley. The maximum penalty is 20 years in the penitentiary. Judge Blount and District Attorney Echols led the defense and prosecution in a lengthy trial with detailed instructions to the jury.
Judge Dobbs granted bail pending Turley's appeal after physicians testified he was ill and fit for release. Turley, ex steward of the State Insane Hospital, was convicted of embezzling $510 from E. W. Weathersby. The ruling sparked discussion among lawmakers and capital officials about bail standards and health concerns.
A. W. Godsey, accused of killing Young Lee at Matteod two years ago, was granted bail of 2100 by Chancellor Denton of Marks. Bail lasts until the next term of circuit court, beginning the first Monday in September. If convicted and bail becomes unaffordable, the amount may be adjusted to enable release. Four physicians of Clarksdale are listed in the report.
Justice Cr. Martin presided as the crowded New Albany court heard State versus Gertrude Stone for allegedly ordering W. S. King. County Attorney Abner Laudendale and Congressman H. D. Stephens led for the state. Lester Fant of Holly Springs defended Stone. The court bound Stone over in 2000 dollars to await grand jury action.
W T Stevens was acquitted after a justice court trial over the shooting death of Tom Cummings in Noxapater. The event occurred last Saturday with Judge L Filer presiding and Thomas R Hopkins representing the state.
Funeral service for W. S. King, a county figure, was held at his home with Rev. E. J. Wesson presiding and burial at Pythian Cemetery. Mrs. Stone, who killed King, said he insulted her in a bedroom as she dressed and refused to apologize or leave before she fired.
James F. Thames, trustee and board chairman, reports a favorable outlook for a remunerative crop at the penitentiary plantation. Pareh man plantation shows flattering prospects for a good cotton yield if favorable weather continues. Rankin county property offers strong potential for demonstration work and expanded operations.
The good roads convention scheduled for August 26 in Meridian aims to promote an improved public highway network from Meridian to Vicksburg via Jackson and from Corinth to Gulfport via Meridian Laurel and Hattiesburg. It is expected to attract a large turnout.
Dr. E N Lowe state geologist doubts Interstate Mineral Company of Louisiana about the quality of its Mississippi holdings, asserting representations may be misleading and warrant scrutiny.
A large crowd of farmers gathered to hear speeches and view exhibits. Commissioner of Agriculture Blakesbee and Mr. Ellis lectured while the event drew active interest from both men and women attendees.
Representative S. Joe Owen of the legislature investigation committee reports a thorough records examination with official accountant L. L. Blount and W. S. Cale finding the Mississippi police department affairs in fair shape after the inquiry.
Mississippi state superintendent J N Powers has informed county superintendents of new teaching training opportunities at the University Training School. The program stems from Peabody Board generosity and aims to aid teachers across the state.
Investigation of irregularities in Mississippi state institutions, principally the prison system, has led to the conviction and sentencing of eight men and will be pressed vigorously.
John Henry Mears of the Evening Sun posts a new record of 15 days 2 hours 25 minutes and four milliseconds in a Grand Central to Broadway run. His car with escort and John Brien reaches the Evening Sun office just after 10 pm as the timing clock shows 15 days four fifths of a second and topples Andre Jaeger Schirmil by three days 22 hours 1 minute and 37 seconds.
William M. Chambers of Washington, member of the new Board of Mediation and Conciliation, opened a hearing here by a deputy concerning the causes governing trainmen of the St Louis and Southwestern Belt railroad.
Port of Spain reports President Cipriano Castro commands about 12,000 men in a revolutionary bid to topple the Gomez administration and reclaim the Venezuelan presidency.
The chief physician of the Villejuif asylum reports oxygen injections by him cured in days two cases of a sudden acute mental illness. The medical breakthrough is described as rapid and notable within the asylum’s walls.
Ma Mrs. Amlerson B. Waldrop, 32, shot and killed her husband at the breakfast table. A bullet passed through the victim’s head and struck the plate on which he had been eating. The fatal incident occurred in Caruthersville as the couple’s meal ended.
John Lind arrives in Mexico City as Wilson administration envoy to assess the Mexican situation. He travels with his wife and party. Secretary Bryan and officials monitor developments through secret channels. Americans in danger zones are reportedly evacuated by ship under Rear Admiral Cowles as the Pitsburg and supply ship move refugees to the United States.
Severe hail and high winds hit Philadelphia causing the collapse of a Band Pavilion in Fairmount Park. About 200 people were trapped, with one dead and 15 injured reported, as more than 100 others dragged themselves home amid widespread damage.
Memphis reports the rotting cotton crop showing rapid progress east of the Mississippi while the west sees deterioration, except in Arkansas and Louisiana where weather limits damage. Overall, the two sections balance, yielding a stand-off in the assessment. In Bucharest, Roumania a peace treaty with Balkan states was signed at 10:39 am accompanied by decorations and celebratory gunfire and bells.
Memphis news notes the National Lumber Exporters' Association joining the Kans dell Humphreys measure backing a $40 million levee program along the Mississippi River to improve flood protection.
Washington report says fifteen thousand Mor mon boys will be enlisted in the National Boy Scouts. Announcement was made at national headquarters.
Governor Emmet O NeaL, after many consultations with advisers, believes he has authority to appoint a replacement for the late Senator Joseph P Johnston immediately.
Washington reports bankers from the Central West urged two changes to the Glass-Steagall era bill to curb Federal Reserve powers and modify reserve requirements. They pushed for swift banking and currency legislation as $150 million in federal funds would be available if needed to aid crop movements.
Senator Joseph Forney Johnston of Alabama died at 9 o'clock from pneumonia after weeks of poor health. He was 70. Mrs Johnston and his son Forney Johnston were present. His death leaves the Senate Democrats with a one vote margin on the tariff bill and affects the immediate appointive process under the direct election amendment.
A bill introduced by Progressive Representative Hulings of Pennsylvania seeks to ban gambling in stocks bonds and warehouse temptations of all commodities. The proposal targets speculative practices and aims to curb risks tied to financial markets and commodity speculation.
The Confederation of Labor announces a citywide general strike in Barcelona while the government declares martial law and mobilizes extensive military precautions to contain unrest.
A man named B. Norquist was shot and another person named Elizabeth Mosby injured at Cleo Herman's bar in the city's restricted district. No motive or suspect information available. Police investigation underway.
Secretary Galeeran issues violations for newly developed railroad cases. They will be set for call at the meeting listed for the 11 listing with cases carried to the next docket from this week’s session.
Birmingham based Standard Steel Company purchased the properties of the Self-Fluxing Ore and Iron Company including 1,600 acres of ore lands for more than $1,000,000. The deal transfers ownership of all ore lands and related holdings in the transaction.
The departure of Senator Gore of Oklahoma the agricultural committee chairman for his home will delay final action of the committee on the Smith cotton futures bill.
Congressman Robert T. Thomas of Kentucky allegedly struck David Goodleet of Alabama, a levee door keeper, during a quarrel in a pew at the Varnum hotel. The incident reports indicate a physical confrontation occurred at the venue.
Albany New York Gov. Sulzer after a lengthy conference with key advisers issued a brief denial that he ever used campaign funds for speculative purposes.
London report notes Sir Thomas Ligtos plans to exhibit at the Panama Exposition with or without government support. He writes to the Times endorsing British participation and states his intention to be among the exhibitors.
Cardinal Gibbons formally opened the twelfth annual convention of the American Federation of Catholic Societies in Milwaukee with a solemn high mass at St. John’s Cathedral.
George Hartman, the leper quarantined several miles south of St. Louis, escaped and slipped back to his wife’s home in the city. He obtained some money and then left again.
About 100 night crew members, surrounded by police, returned to work for the Missabe dock after a strike. The rallying count and police presence suggest the strike’s core was broken.
Mr and Mrs Walter Green ardent workers for the woman suffrage cause undertake a 7000 mile trip paddling their own canoe through inland waters to the Gulf of Mexico and back along the coast seeking to promote suffrage.
Heavy rains across the northern central states and the lake region eased the prolonged heat, bringing welcome relief to residents and cooling outdoor conditions.
The Chinese government cannot fund a full exhibit at the Panama-Pacific Exposition in San Francisco due to financial difficulties. The finance minister seeks an appropriation of 500000 dollars to support a reduced display, hoping funds will be provided by other sources.
Atlanta reports say Julian Hawthorpe and De William J. Morton of Boston were convicted of using the mails to defraud and must serve their terms in the federal prison there.
Thomas F. Lockbach of Wellington Missouri died after forty quarters of a life spent bedridden in the same position for 27 years following a long period of prayer for relief.
A gas fire in Augusta completely destroyed the Riverside Cotton Compress. Estimated losses run around $100,000 with more than 400 bales of cotton burned.
The Earl of Rocksavage and Miss Sybi Sassoon daughter of the late Sir Edward Sassoon were married at a London registry office in a simple ceremony.
The United States destroyer Cum was fully launched at Bath Maine after being built for 761 thousand and a half dollars. Champagne christened the vessel by Henry Beates Jr of Philadelphia, a niece of the late lieutenant.
Four inches of rain drenched Hardy Arkansas and surrounding sections causing soaked fields and minor street flooding. Local officials urged residents to exercise caution as roads became slick and visibility reduced.
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