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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1903
Page
2
A 1903 newspaper fragment discusses Mexico gold findings, Panama canal funding expectations, and political commentary. It mentions President Roosevelt, Mark Hanna, Parker, Bryan, Tennyson, and international affairs with Colombia and Uruguay, plus debates on arbitration and civic duty.
The writer urges investors to build numerous small three or four room cottages to meet the demand of growing families in town. Larger, roomy houses exist but rent is high, limiting new residents. If a dozen cottages are erected, investors would gain and the town would benefit from growth and housing diversity.
A historical essay argues that success now requires both strength and intelligence. It condemns the old belief that education mattered little for manual labor, stating skilled, thoughtful workers outpace brawny laborers who neglect intellect. The piece urges combining vigor with judgment to diversify farms and improve crafts for independence.
A critical meditation on editors as cat's paws manipulating public opinion for gain. It contrasts the journalist's perceived profit from patronage with the social costs to the editor, readers, and those seeking advancement, noting hypocrisy and cynicism in media influence.
The piece notes growing indications that former leaders will face many restraints in prerogatives during the upcoming session while asserting there is little danger of the House becoming a deliberate body.
The LaFayette County Board of Supervisors adjourned after approving numerous 1903 expenditures for bailiffs, prisoners, bridges, paupers, and clerical costs. They ordered multiple road changes, established a new road from Patton house to Joe Smith’s, and set per diem and mileage allowances for officers and jurors.
Henry C. Svearne of Shulebarg Wisconsin endorses Pallard Horehound Strup for relief of hoarse throats cough and breathing issues. He notes customers return for more and prices listed 49c and 1.60 at Oxford Pharmacy.
An advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills for various ailments. A separate obituary note reports Larry Dackwell, 25, dying at home from a fatal coughing spell after a brief cold, with his wife and son present. The piece cites Ballar’s Horehound Syrup as a potential remedy.
An advertisement touts Dr Miles Nervine Restorative with a money back guarantee. It promises relief for sleeplessness nervous exhaustion dizziness and various ailments and pledges a refund if benefits are not seen. It claims high success in curing complaints and invites readers to try the medicine.
Doctor A L Bondurant leaves for Baton Rouge to attend the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association election as a Mississippi University delegate. Examinations this week precede a Board of Editors meeting naming W E Brown as Editor in Chief and a full slate of editors and staff.
A promotional note touts Electric Bitters as a remedy for nervousness sleeplessness stomach upsets and general system trouble. It claims to tone the stomach regulate kidneys and bowels stimulate the liver and clear the blood with effects especially helping common ailments. The product costs 50 cents and the price is refunded if not satisfactory by A. H. Kendel druggist.
The garden, a neglected plot on the farm, becomes the best paying piece of land. It pays financially and supplies more table luxuries than any other area, deserving more attention than it usually receives.
R H Foster of Salt Lake City reports relief from 21 years of indigestion after trying many doctors. He says Herbine has cured him and he recommends it to friends. available at the Oxford Pharmacy.
Beall, Missouri man R. I. Geall relates his wife suffered consumption last fall. After trying other remedies she used Dr. King's New Discovery, saw immediate improvement, and four bottles cured her. Druggist A. H. Kendel guarantees the remedy, price 50 cents and 1.00, trial bottles free.
The Oxford Pharmacy advertises Ballard's Snow Liniment as a longtime favorite for household injuries including burns cuts sprains and bruises with price points of 25 600 and 1.00.
Ten reasons urging men to wear frequently and firmly, framed as a cheeky list. Each point highlights social taste, literature, and virtue, claiming clothing expresses thought, breeding, and improved character. The tone echoes humorous social commentary from an older period.
An advertisement touts Grove Tasteless Chill Tonic as a remedy for malarias, chills, and fevers. The bottle is described as iron and quinine in tasteless form with a 50 cent price and a money back guarantee if it fails. Also promotes Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets.
Shoppers can find a wide range of fireworks at G. W. Buffaloe's shop. The range includes explosive novelties and celebratory devices suitable for various occasions. Customers are advised to observe local safety rules and purchase age appropriately.
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