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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1897
Page
2
Local paper fragment notes publication details and post office information with a publisher name and imprint. The legible portion lists formatting cues and unrelated postal matter, offering no clear news event or readable action.
The Eagle marks its 22nd year with a Holiday Edition and thanks readers for support. The note reflects on the paper’s journey, challenges, and commitment to a cleaner independent home paper with domestic and foreign news, wishing Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Statistics estimate Jewish population in the United States at about seven million with New York leading and Russia first among countries. Eight decades ago U S Jews numbered around 30,000. The piece notes laws restricting women from large theater hats and suggests a conspicuous drop curtain sign as a simple solution.
Secretary Gage rejects Spain's charge of complicity in Cuban expeditions and argues a few patrols could have halted most landings. The article also notes internal pressure on the administration while affirming adherence to international neutrality laws. It mentions Bishop Burke and an excommunication incident involving Mrs. Miller and Miss Morriarty of St Joseph Missouri over a Protestant clergy wedding.
The New York World asks prominent scholars if education lowers crime as spending on education soars. Other items note Dr Jenkins’s politics and a Confederate monument design by Miss Montgomery, plus pension debates, Mississippi beef export, and an Illinois Central rail plan.
A compact gospel meditation urges readers to choose the bright side and trust in God. It contrasts worry with faith, notes God’s grace in times of need, and cites scripture about passing through fire and waters without being overwhelmed. It concludes that dread disasters may never come or become blessings if trusted in Him.
The ad promotes Salve for wounds and skin eruptions with a 25 cent price and money back guarantee. Dr Cody's Condition Powders are advertised as tonic and vermifuge for horses, claiming to restore prime condition at 25 cents per package. R K Chilton & Co and Me. Baird are listed as sellers with bread specials at 25 cents per six loaves.
Notice urges readers to invest in education and shows payments of $100 per year. Letters may be sent to W. I. Smith, Lexington, Kentucky, for reference and address confirmation.
A historic ad claims rheumatism is curable with La Lewance’s Spectre for Rheumatism and Neuralgia. It asserts lactic acid removal from the system eliminates the disease, touting quick relief and permanent cure. Sold by R. R. Chilton & Co.
An 1880s style advert urges readers to visit their druggist for a free trial of King’s New Cure for consumption and throat lung ailments. It claims physicians endorse it, guarantees results, and lists R R Chilton Co in Oxford plus F M Pettis in Abbeville as sellers.
A medieval tale recounts a German bell founder whose work amazed Europe with its sweet tones yet left him unsatisfied He vowed to craft one perfect peal of bells and then practice his craft further pursuing exemplary sound and artistry.
A tale of a bell founder who searches Europe for his beloved bells after they are stolen in war. He crosses the Shannon at sunset, hearing the cathedral chimes, and dies facing the bells he loved, now nightly proclaiming his final word Peace. Also includes medical ad copy praising Bright's Disease remedies and Chamberlain's Pain Balm.
Mr A K Bogard and Ir W D Jones form a cattle dealing partnership and plan to buy cattle at fair market prices. They praise their experience and urge patrons to see them before selling. Sweeny the Fotografer is permanently located in Oxford and seeks early patronage to ensure future business.
People recover from illnesses and injuries while community gains interest in cattle farming. Rev G W Hollowell bids farewell after a Yellow Leaf sermon. A wedding party from Abbeville includes W S Fudge Luther Mooney and Shirley plus Bettie and Lacy Fudge. Prickly Ash Hitters advertised as kidney and liver remedy sold by Chilton Co with shoe shop offerings and repairs nearby.
A playful exchange in the Bos ton Transcript where She defines her hair as light brown and He notes the color matches the chain he was thinking of. The brief dialogue centers on color description and mutual remark.
The Board of Supervisors met in regular session and approved resolutions of respect for a deceased member. The minutes list numerous payments for bridges, pauper care, materials, and services, plus confirmations of road and tax-related petitions and orders. Salaries and temporary relief were recorded, with December expenses and armory rent noted.
An 1898 court notice from Pine Bluff Arkansas directs a final accounting by E C Dickey as administrator for C A Waits. The order pertains to the estate located in Freeland Arkansas and sets forthcoming legal steps in the matter.
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