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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1912
Page
2
For President Woodrow Wilson of New Jersey and Vice President Thomas R. Marshall of Indiana. For Congressman Hubert D. Stephens of Tall.
The letter urges the Board of Supervisors to compel road contractors to focus on impassable sections, secure drainage, and install culverts first. It stresses backing contractors to fulfill contract duties and to act immediately, noting winter work is impractical.
The J M College hosts a round up institute September 2 to include lectures and a full program. Railroads offer reduced rates and lodging is free with meals at a nominal 25 cents. Estimated total trip costs run ten to twelve dollars. Organizers urge farmers to attend for valuable farming instruction.
Camp meeting ends and residents report safe housing. J Harria returns to Memphis after weeks here. Mr Andrew White and wife visit relatives from Memphis. Dave Slaughter and family from DeLeon Texas visit friends. Dr C V Prater of Gracemont Oklahoma is warmly welcomed. Carrie Lee Scott visits, then returns to Itta Bena. Mrs Dr Barringer of Memona visits relatives. Oscar Brown of Pasadena visits Irvin Brown. Floyd Callaway sick with fever. Mrs Arthur Crawford of Memphis visits relatives. Mr Jr H Strube returns to his DeLeon home. Frank Hill in Dallas pursuing telegraphy.
The camp meeting ended Thursday night after a seven day run despite heavy rains and illness. Dr Cumming of Memphis delivered strong sermons and many were converted. Rev A M Robertson of Wilmer Ark and local pastors W W Mitchell and J E Stephens preached, with Miss Good of Abbeville directing the organ.
The fragment mentions De Ming and Poes with Frees in a historical tone and hints at a stegs or themes passage. No clear events, dates, or names beyond those terms.
Senator Lee M. Russell explains the next steps to form a drainage district. He describes court rulings, engineer reports, landowner damages and benefits, rights of way, and the bidding process. He urges careful, fair consideration, noting the 20 year bond period and majority rule in determining necessity and feasibility.
Five to eight acres outside the corporate limits at Oxford South on Main street for sale. Location is suitable for building and convenient to town. Price set at 100 dollars per acre. Contact W M Woopwarp at the Chancery Clerk's office. Subscribe for Tue Eace.
A local column defends lawyers against a rumor that they write “Wonderful Dreams.” The writer mocks the charge, praises lawyers, and ridicules accusers while recounting social anecdotes and community figures.
An old advertisement touts Zemo Soap and Zemo Sox with a free trial cake and a 25 cent offer backed by druggists. It claims the medicated soap cures skin ailments, leaves hands smooth, and includes a care guide. Chamberlain's Liniment is also recommended for back pain by A. H. Kendel.
The health is good in our neighborhood at present. J H Anderson and Warren Geen made a business trip to Oxford Monday. E C Soule of Oxford was on business last week. Pet Livingston is improving after his accident with a runaway team. Chester Livingston has been deer hunting north of Altus. Carrie Gean visited her mother W B Freeman last Monday. What has become of all the correspondents. Wake up and hear from you.
An old advertisement touts Zemo as stopping dandruff itch and a wide range of skin conditions. It claims the product penetrates to soothe the scalp, leaves no stickiness, and improves eczema rashes pimples and other afflictions. A 25 cent trial bottle is offered at Kendels Drug Store with a one dollar full size bottle widely sold by druggists.
A Unity themed sermon recounts Jesus questioning Peter about love and commands te nd to feed His sheep at Galilee. It emphasizes that ministers are called to feed the flock with nourishment beyond simple evangelism and to nurture believers from lambs to mature believers. The article also notes local weather, social visits, and upcoming protracted meetings.
A mixed page notes Doan's Kidney Pills testimonials from Pt Parr of Oxford Mise and other readers, praising relief of backache and kidney issues after Kendrick's Drug Store purchase. It also mentions Kings New Discovery for coughs, Stomach remedies, and various local mail notices, with several names and places in Oxford and nearby towns.
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