Minister Slays Brother-in-Law in Alabama Feud
Florence Alabama December 7 local Methodist minister John Darby shot and killed his brother-in-law Lyons Sherrod and wounded another brother-in-law Sam Sherrod on a public highway near Oakland. Darby surrendered after fleeing to Florence and was jailed. The feud arose from marital separation with prior animosity among the men.
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Florence
Ala
John Darby
Lyons Sherrod
Sam Sherrod
Oakland
Derby
Sherrods
Darby
Lee
Darby Cave
Tne
Prickly Ash Bitter Promotes Digestion At $1.59
An advertisement claims too much sweet food disrupts digestion and promotes Prickly Ash Bitter as a remedy to restore appetite and digestion. The bottle is priced at $1.59 and sold by R. R. Chilton & Co.
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R. R. Chilton & Co
Adv
McLendon Sentenced 30 Days for Draft Evasion
Federal court in Memphis opened with Judge Holmes and juries seated. Earnest McLendon was fined 100 dollars and jailed 30 days for evading draft registration. A busy term expected with many whitey cases and visiting attorneys and witnesses in attendance.
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Federal
Holmes
Earnest McLendon
Memphis
McLendon
What the War Cost in Dollars and Cents
Washington December eight. Secretary Houston fixed the net cost of the war at 24.01 billion dollars for the period April 6, 1917 to June 30 last. Expenditures totaled 33.83 billion, with 12.89 billion raised by taxes and revenue. Deducted loans to foreign governments 9.55 billion and other adjustments about 4.5 billion.
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Washington, D. C
Houston
Treasury
Governmnt
Christmas Goods At The Variety Store Ad
The Variety Store promotes a large stock of Christmas goods with low prices. An accompanying health claim argues Prickly Ash Bitters clears obstructions and restores healthy conditions, priced at $1.50 per bottle by R R Chilton & Co.
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R. R. Chilton & Co
Adv
Oxford Hospital to Open December Fifteenth
Dr Culic announced the opening of Oxford Hospital for December fifteenth with public inspection planned next Wednesday night. The ladies and friends of the institution will attend a reception at the new hospital, while the doctor hinted at a genuine surprise for the physician. Distress after eating is due to bad digestion Herbine aids digestion clears purities and restores vigor. Price sixty cents Sold by A H Kendell.
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Culic
Oxford Hospital
A. H. Kendell
S W E Pegues Dead in Oxford After 30 Years in Washington
The death of Mr. S W E Pegues in Oxford this week shocks friends and relatives here and in Washington where he has lived for 30 years. A fuller write up of his demise will appear in the Eagle next week.
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the Eagle
Liquid Barozone Advertises Rapid Wound Healing
A modern discovery claims rapid healing of flesh wounds cuts burns and bruises with Liquid Barozone a clear colorless liquid sold by A H Kendel at prices 30c 60c and 1 20 adv
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A. H. Kendel
In Memoriam M S Z Oswalt of Tula Lodge
A memorial from Wardens and Members of Tula Lodge No 440 A F and A M honoring M S Z Oswalt who died October 8 1920. The resolution extols his loyalty charity and support for the poor and notes his role as husband and father. It calls minutes to record the resolutions and to send copies to his wife and children.
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Brother Oswalt
Farm Bureau pitch urges unity to ease hard times
O F Turner argues that joining the Farm Bureau will lower costs for farmers and stabilize prices. He says cooperation can soften hardship, urging Lafayette County farmers to unite, buy sparingly, and push the movement to success within a year. He recalls colonial cooperation as a hopeful precedent.
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Farm Bureau
Lafayette County
Lafayette
O. F. Turner
Membership List for Lafayette County Farm Bureau
Readers are shown a lengthy roster of Farm Bureau members in Lafayette County. The roll includes numerous individuals by name, with no additional context or notes on roles, locales, or dates. The item resembles a community directory or membership tally printed in the local paper.
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Lafayette County Farm Bureau
Housekeepers Class entertained at Mrs Murphy’s home
The Methodist Sunday School Housekeepers Class was delightfully entertained by Mrs Murphy at her University Avenue home. A sweet program on white Christmas followed by refreshments. Mrs Murphy and her son with Elizabeth Scott served guests. The next meeting will be with Mrs A F Callaway at Fair View.
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Methodist Sunday School
Murphy
University Avenue
Woman's Missionary Society Elects 1921 Officers
At the final 1920 meeting of The Woman's Missionary Society of the Methodist Church the 1921 officers were elected. Pres. Mrs. E. N. Lowe, 1st Vice President Mrs. Alice Steinbeck, 2nd Vice President Mrs. W. C. Murphy, Cor Secy Mrs. Brooks Patton, Rec Secy Mrs. Martin Dooley, Treasurer Mrs. J. O. Crider, Asst. Treasurer Mrs. E. E. Temple, Supt. Mission Study Mrs. M. L. Duncan, Supt. Social Service Mrs. Louis Sisk, Supt. of Supplies Mrs. Sid Webster and Mrs. Geo. Knight.
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Woman’s Missionary Society of the Methodist Church
E. N. Lowe
Alice Steinbeck
W. C. Murphy
Brooks Patton
Martin Dooley
J. O. Crider
Farmers Meet at Court House on Farm Bureau Talk
Crowds from across the county heard C W Watson of Memphis discuss the Farm Bureau idea at the courthouse. Judge James Stone O F Turner and others gave brief remarks. A rousing meeting is planned for Saturday December 18 rain or shine. The First Presbyterian Sabbath School held a Tuesday evening session with an oyster supper and reports from all departments showing solid progress and strong adult attendance.
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First Presbyterian Church
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