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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1918
Page
2
A health note explains that common colds come from germs passed by sneezes coughs and kisses. It emphasizes using a handkerchief or cloth to cover the nose and mouth and warns that unmasked sneezes can spread droplets four to five feet, risking others' health in homes and hospitals.
A 19th or early 20th century note states nurses and physicians wearing two to three layers of gauze or cheesecloth face masks can prevent throat infections. It asserts masks capture moisture droplets carrying germs, claiming masks are as effective as antiseptics in preventing sore throat.
A U S Public Health Service cites illness risks and prevention tips. It notes pneumonia and typhoid trends, warns about handling infants during fever or diarrhoea, and advises against milk with illness. It discourages tea coffee beer or soft drinks for babies and urges medical care.
A partially readable list shows names such as Mrs. J. A. Christian Mrs. B. C. Fee and Dr. R. M. Leavell among Liberty Bond buyers with several dollar amounts and partial entries, reflecting a wartime fundraising roster.
A scanned page lists numerous individuals with small monetary amounts, likely donations or pledges. Names include Minnie Brady, Cliff Jones, Mrs. Cliff Jones, J. M. Spence, J. P. Kitchell, R. L. Nicholson, W. W. Matthews, I. M. Murchinser, M. C. Falkner Jr., Guy Coffey, Edna Johnson, Mrs. Ruthie Joinson, Mrs. Charley Delbridge, and many others, with amounts ranging from 50 to 1000. The document also mentions the 2nd Baptist Church and a medical ad for 666 cures Chills and Fever.
A vintage ad item touts a cheap skin lightening remedy using the juice of two lemons mixed with three ounces of orchard white to make a quarter pint lotion. It claims to fade freckles and blemishes with daily use on face and arms and to cost only a few cents.
Farmers and club members are urged to enroll and attend a meeting at College Hill on August 26. Preseason notes call for wheat seed buyers, hog and cattle shipments scheduled for August 24 and September 6. County shipments aim for high hog quality and full participation to avoid losses in hot weather.
A 14 year old music prodigy from Philadelphia known as Young Vichnin draws crowds in Oxford Mississippi. He can play complex piano pieces by ear and identify notes by listening, earning fame since age three. His skill includes perfect pitch and rapid note picking, with tests conducted by physicians and experts.
State of Ohio Toledo notices a senior partner of Cheney & Co. claims payment for a cure by Hall’s Catarrh Medicine. The fragmented text references internal constitution and advertising sales figures.
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