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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1896
Page
2
The New York Journal establishes a swift dispatch boat between Wevene and the Florida coast. Mississippi notes report on rural delivery trials and general postal reforms, while local hardships and farm conditions are described, including debt concerns and public advisories on leisure.
The page blends political chatter about Judge Terral and Col. Stockdale with Auditor reports on personalty value and railroad assessments. It recounts a deadly Glasgow Kentucky malady, a bridge collapse fear, a Washington Star anecdote, and a Bryan lecture tour plan through the South to California and Oregon.
Racket Store announces holiday opening Dec loth with Cream Cheese Macaroni Oatmeal Shredded Oats at J N Gupson's. Electric Bitters advertised as a tonic for spring illness with claims of aiding liver action and bilious fevers. Numerous remedies and goods marketed by Chilton Co and Isom Co. Local office hours posted by G R Highettrower with availability Saturday.
An article discusses Dr A T L Helmes of Denver explaining blood examination to diagnose consumption and slow its progression. It notes the Mexican medical congress invited him to present, praising the potential to arrest spread though not cure. It also includes health tips for women, references Dr Pierce and his Favorite Prescription, and advertisements for various products and a holiday opening.
J C Stewart and W J Murry star as the Johns in The Two Johns at the Lyceum. The famous duo known worldwide for their imagined personalities deliver a comedy that has become equally renowned.
The note describes a light comedy focusing on mistaken identity between two men who resemble each other. A capable supporting cast is highlighted, with a number of clever specialty performers adding to the humor. The piece emphasizes there is no bloodcurdling plot, only playful mix ups and ridiculous scrapes.
Reports note several campus happenings including illnesses and recoveries among students, a football schedule with the second team vs St Thomas Mall, and Anniversarianship results for Blackstone Society. Alumni visits and forthcoming Phi Sigma Society contests at Crystal Springs are mentioned, plus local advertisements for remedies, stores, and gifts.
A vintage advertisement promotes Crescent Candy Co offerings to send sample boxes of all candies for sixty cents to cover express charges, with orders for Christmas by December 20 and ship via chosen express company. Includes coupon note and address in New Orleans, plus unrelated medical testimonials and guarantees for Shiloh’s Vitalizer.
A story notes a cow seemingly influenced by magic in Switzer. The brief item hints at unusual behavior and local folklore around the animal.
The text claims a milkman or maid earns higher wages with a good voice. Experiments supposedly show cows yield 20 percent more milk when soothed by a soothing melody. In California stables, swearing is banned and a quiet, respectful atmosphere is maintained around horses and workers.
Jug Springs reports the marriage of Mr. Lewis Shelton and Miss Alle rey last Saturday. Emma Hampson and Lillie Quick visited La Payette Springs, Miss Mattie Johnson runs an interested school at Hopeville. Mr. N Wolverton and Miss Vernon Laird of Birmingham attended the Shelton Brey wedding. Mr. J M Hall and family moved into the neighborhood. Health is good, children think of Xmas. Brother Frasweil welcomed, Mr. Grisamer and Ada Holt wed November second at the bride's home. Willis Goodwin remains sick and weakening. Lewis and Me. Rees offer parlor stoves and cooking stove outfits as Christmas gifts. Doll display at the Rack et Store. Opening Day Dec 10.
The Racket Store promotes a Dec 10 event with a larger stock of holiday goods at lower prices. J N Girson offers staple and fancy groceries, while Lewis and McKee cite Salad Dishes and Cake Plates as nice gifts. Shiloh’s Cure and Grove’s Tasteless Chill Tonic are advertised by T D Isom & Co with claims of health benefits and product guarantees.
A satirical ode on mortgages as a driving force that ties effort to poverty and fate. The piece likens debt to an ever-present instrument of industry and danger, concluding that mortgages help only in another family.
A string of visitors and residents are recorded in Hazlehurst notes. S. S. Matthews, Henry A. Moore, W. Gb. McEwen, J. E. Pope, B. S. Ragland and others are mentioned as guests, with remarks on hunting trips, court attendance, and family visits. Local officials and teachers plan moves to Texas and Arkansas, while a funeral gathering and Grand Holiday Opening at the Racket Store are noted.
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