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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1905
Page
2
A collage of brief items reports on President Roosevelt criticizing trusts, war era tensions with Russia and Japan, and tentative steps on cotton prices and European rail methods. It mentions Portmouth peace talks, Korea’s stance, and hints at political maneuvering ahead of Congress sessions. The tone mirrors a late imperial era newspaper summary.
The piece argues for a temperate, balanced path in politics, business, and personal conduct. It warns against extremes, urges honesty and fair dealing, and promotes the idea that moderation and integrity lead to safer, better outcomes for editors and citizens alike. The column reflects a Victorian moral stance from Blackwater News by John Pua.
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The column records social visits among residents of Oxford and Alesville, a death of an eight month old baby with funeral details, Sunday school progress, cemetery cleanup plans, and local notices. It also includes testimonials for Ballard remedies and local advertisements.
Short items note visits and illness among residents: Rev E D Williams spent time at a Primitive Baptist meeting in Water Valley, J K Palmer ill, Charles W W Williams of Grenada visiting his mother Mrs E D Williams, D T Mitchell in Oxford, Velma Ragland visiting sister Mrs J E West in Water Valley, Lee Williams ill, Lena and Georgie Jones hosting friends, Mrs Brows and Miss Goodwin visiting Mrs Emmett Walker, Edna Sanders visiting grandmother Mrs S A Williams. Also a local appeal of sympathy for bilious dyspepsia sufferers and a note on health and happiness.
Protracted meeting led by Rev J N Weaver at Bay Springs last week with a strong revival and two church additions Arthur Vaughn and Nannie Sallinder wed last Thursday with Rev Weaver officiating local folks enjoy social news. Also notes on sick list Mrs K M Hickey and various trips and farm work. DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve praised for rapid relief and DeWitt's noted as genuine.
The text records a Methodist meeting starting, local sickness, and visits by Mr Aubry Dacus and the Graham family. It notes Abbeville Normal School opening, various illnesses, and cautions on child care during hot weather with castor oil and remedies. It promotes Kodol Dyspepsia Cure and De Witt's Little Early Risers with endorsements and local notices about letters and addresses.
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