Lafayette County visitors praised by crews from Holly Springs
Jent crews arrived from Holly Springs on the Illinois Central train and a large Lafayette audience heard enthusiasm for the experts doctrine. The 23 crew members representing Oxford professions impressed all classes as they promoted farm improvements and dairy interests. Secretary Hughee’s folder and J. F. Judson of Oxford were noted among speakers and organizers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. Carter
E. D. Beanland
C. B. Sisk
Relleue Price
D. G. Neilson
Hutchinson
J. W. Palkner, Jr
T. E. Dunne
Harry Sisk
W. F. Ivey
A. V. Hiler
T. W. Avent
G. W. Price
J. C. Gates
Oxford
Hughee
Business Men’s Club
Lafayette County
Miss Sheppard
Iowa
Holly Springs
Capt. Haney
H. J. Schwietdrt
Illinis Centre
Mr. Claire
Hlonis Central
Mississipp
Leading physician killed by lawyer in a tragic accident
Greenwood reports the accidental shooting of Mrs. Dernard Nesterville by her husband at their home near Woodville. The couple handled a revolver believed to be unloaded when it discharged, striking Mrs. Nesterville in the back of the head and killing her instantly. Investigator Johnston and Sheriff Taylor are involved as details develop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenwood
Mesns
Dernard Nesterville
Woodville
Mra Netterriffe
Fire devastates New Albany with extensive property losses
A major blaze at New Albany caused widespread damage to shops and homes. Victims include Thomas Goodman druggist, Craig Brothers storehouse, and Norris Hardware. numerous businesses and offices suffered heavy water damage. Several individuals injured, with medical transport to Memphis for care and many insurers noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Butler
Craig Brothers
Memphis
Mr. Boothe
Thos. Goodman
EB. Nobie
Ratzey
New Albany Gasetta
WU Cock
New Albany
Merchants and Farmers’ Bank
J. L. & Rogers
Gizeee
Craig Bross
Norris Hardware Company
McBride
Dan Smith
Wiseman Mercantile Company
Hugh Mays
Eason
Wessom
Hudson
G M Houston
Aim
Freight Tariffs Change On Jan 1 Protests Start
Gigantic upheaval expected across the Mississippi Valley as 25 new rail tariffs take effect January 1. Shipping interests already protest. James S. Davart and Nanette Preteht Sasean plan to attend a conference with traffic managers to petition the Interstate Commerce Commission in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
Southeastern
Mississippi Valley
James S. Davart
T Op
Nanette Preteht Sasean
Bes Yam
Roumania Holds Danube Stand Amid Balkan Turmoil
The Austro Germans divert forces to the Roumanian border after Roumania rejects Danube opening for supplies to Bulgaria and Turkey. Turkish actions in Gallipoli are reported with minor allied gains, while Greece remains a flashpoint and a new note is sent. Servian losses include 15,000 prisoners and 4,000 killed. 17,000 missing. Ines Milholland Boisvein joins Ford’s European peace crusade, stating faith hope and conviction.
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London
Danube
Roumanian
Roumania
Bulgaria
Turkey
Babs
Gorisia
Rovereto
Gallipoli
Greece
Reece
Inez Milholland
Detroit
Mich
Ines Milholland Boissevain
Henry Ford
A Good Man Passes Away in Oxford Community
Marion Pipkin Bishop aged 65 died at 10 o clock Saturday morning at the home of R High tower, wife of the college president. Native of Panola County later moved to Lafayette County, he aided progress in school church and community life around Oxford. He was a trustee for the state penitentiary, a Methodist, Woodman and Mason. Burial with Masonic rites in Abbeville Cemetery Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Pipkin Bishop
R. Hightower
Bishop
Panola County
Lafayette County
Thanksgiving Day Gathering Notes 1915
The text recalls a small reunion at an Epis copal church with Rev Bruce of South Presbyterian giving a fine sermon. Only Water Valley and Chas. B Neilson attended, joined by John F. Brown for a bountiful supper and pleasant evening. Alma Sims is praised for attentiveness. Mrs Brown is thanked for courtesies. no members died that year. farewell greetings for 1915.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Episcopal Church
Bruce
South Presbyterian Church
Water Valley
Chas
Neilson
Aden Gley
John F. Brown
Mies Alma Sims
Mrs Mack Fills Dies in Mississippi Funeral in Oxford Area
Mr Stacey Farr visits Belew to see his children in Mississippi. Mrs Mack Fills died Thursday near Taylor Mississippi. She was buried Friday at Tubbs Cemetery about five miles from Oxford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stacey Farr
Belew, Miss
Mack Fills
Taylor, Miss
Tubbs
Oxford
Red Cross Christmas Seals Ordered Jump to 200 Million
Frederick D. Hopkins reports from the Nurses Conference that the American Red Cross has raised its Christmas seals order from 125 million to 200 million with potential for more. Demand across states totals 180,000,600, and Mississippi’s initial 500,000 seals boosted to 1,000,000. The State Committee expects three seals sold per person amid plans for a State Tuberculosis Hospital next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
American Red Cross
Frederick D. Hopkins
National Association For the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis
Jackson Public Library
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Ayette County
Holly Bes
Illi- Central
Baker
Lafayete
Guyton
University
Ississippi
J. H. Laws
de. W. &. Leathers P State Board of Health and Taylor
de. J. C. HY
J. F. Judson
New Orleans
Lem
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New York Life Insurance Co
Orford
Pact Ramer
Byron Mitchell
Colonial Inna Cheek Te Sahn Peete
DR. AE. Birdsong
Johnston
Gernard Metterville
Tniemnadily
Ole
Danute River
Daily Chronicle
Seloniki
Jack Mougax
George Ade
Oxford Eagle
Lafayette
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