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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1913
Page
2
The Oxford Eagle discusses Gov Brewer’s role in the Bilbo and Hobbs prosecutions, criticizing use of state funds and grand jury manipulation. It argues for an independent judiciary and fair trials, warning of possible impeachment and public distrust if politics taints the courts.
Reports from Oxford state that Hon. Lee Russell was exonerated from charges of unethical conduct after a fair hearing before Judge H. C. Niles. Supporters in Lafayette and across the state call him popular and honorable, while critics say the case was political spite.
A county board and school officials face strong opposition from tax payers who petitioned for an election to gauge citizen wishes on bonds for the County Agricultural School. Courts may require proper filing and timely notice, urging that taxpayers be heard as the statute requires.
Taylor community reports work on the school house resumes. Zelena Mooney and Annie Low Davia wed at Mrs. Helen Bonds residence with Rev. Lincer performing the ceremony. Norman Dicky of Memphis visits Taylor to join Taylor High School. Mrs. Candis Palmer remains on the siecle list. Mrs. S. J. Browning travels to the Valley to see her ill daughter Mrs. Leland Norris. Robert Deckard starts work at J. W. Holowell’s. Rev. R. B. Burke visits town. J. L. Leach travels to Memphis on business.
Plain Talk From Two Prosperous Housewives describes Peruna's benefits for pain and hand work impairment. A Marion North Carolina correspondent praises Peruna and Believes it improved health allowing her to work pain free. Also includes a testimonial from J. in Asbury Park New Jersey praising Peruna for systemic catarrh relief and eventual health. A final note mentions Peruna tablets for liquid medicine objectors.
Community brief details school progress and local visits. Names of students on the Philadelphia school honor roll for the second month include Frastus Jordan Holder Bounds Newton Parks Matte Lou Bounds Nelvin Sneed Shirley Ian Becks Belva Sneed Prank Wait Talmage Mayfield Reno Hale Charlie Warren Johnnie Ferrell Johnnie Parks Bessie Bounds Marv Bonds Eunice Hale Beatrice Ward and note on local residents and happenings around town.
The Mississippi Live Stock Sanitary Board releases only nonquarantine cattle from Mash ville quarantine, while other herds remain under supervision. Citizens are urged cooperation to declare the county free of cattle ticks next year, with quarantine notices guiding movement and penalties for violations.
Investment buyers seek Delta land with options from 5 acres to 3300 acres. Listings include well improved and fairly well improved plots such as 0, 5, 105, 187, 160, 200, 7, 430, 62, 1196, 2000, and 3300 acres. Inquiries directed to J. D. Swan in Winona, Mississippi.
A reminiscence from Mrs. L. L. Blailock of Pickens Mississippi describes a pellagra illness lasting years with severe weight loss and diarrhea. Dr. Sibes treated her from April 20 to August end, restoring health and weight. A neighbor testimonial praises pellagra cure and urges Christmas holidays treatment.
Patient J P Perkins reports persistent illness treated by A H Kesdel. The letter claims a cure from a product named HeNTs CURE and asserts complete relief after two years of failure, urging others to try the remedy.
Chancery Clerk’s sales notice states that on the December day in Oxford Mississippi the trustee will sell CASH to the highest bidder in front of the court door. Property lies in Section 16 Township 4 Range 3 West containing 30 acres more or less with 7 acres already sold to Milton Turner Arch Buford and Henry Goolsby. Title believed good but only vested title will be conveyed. Witness signature November 24 1918.
A testimonial claims Dr Hobson's Ointment cures keezema itch, burning and salt rheum. Geo W Fitch of Minnesota says one box relieved him after many doctors failed. the firm guarantees satisfaction or money back. Available through Pfeiffer Chemical Co in Philadelphia and St Louis.
Commissioner Woodward announces public auction by chancery court of lands known as the J Chrestman farm in Taylor Mississippi. Description covers 40 acres plus 129 acres in Sec 36 and Sec 1 Township 9 10 Range 4 West with sale set for December 1913 at the south door of the county courthouse in Oxford. Bidder must comply with court order and terms.
A neighbor’s testimony endorses Dean's Kidney Pills with a local purchase in Oxford Mississippi. The ad cites Kendle's Drug Store and Foster Milburn Co Buffalo as sale agents promising relief for back ache. It promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure and Hall's Pills for constipation with claims of physician backing and nationwide distribution.
A New York physician asserts doctors would go bankrupt without stock remedies and warns against delaying treatment for colds. He praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for coughs and colds, noting its safety and popularity. Sold by A H L Kendel.
Notice states Mississippi Chapter 150 bonds proposed in 1913 for erecting a high school dormitory at Hill, Michigan. Board plans to issue bonds at December meeting. voters may file petitions against bond sale as allowed by law. clerk W M Woodward signs the notice.
The clerks of the board order advertisement for sealed bids to be opened at 2 oclock noon on Tuesday January 6th 1914 for handling and keeping of the year 1914. Bids may be rejected at the board's discretion. Clerk W M Wooowaxp signs the notice.
The document notes bids are to be submitted in the Chancery Clerk's office of Lafayette County and that the board reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Clerk W. M. Woopwanp signs as clerk.
Sealed bids for groceries will be received by the Secretary of the University until December 28. Specifications may be had upon application.
An advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy for constipation, headaches and general troubles. It mentions ordering by mail from H E Backien & Co in Philadelphia or St Louis.
Local notice reports G W Eatman of Grenada has created Kuykendall Eczema Remedy a greaseless liquid claimed to cure eczema tetter ringworm prickly heat nettlerash and other skin ailments. Available at Rowland Drug Co Oxford and John Jones Taylor Miss. Also notes a Spring Tonic from J W Quinn Drug Co Greenwood and Christmas orders from Davidson Wardlaw Bramlech Let J. R. Crow Co with satisfaction guaranteed.
Marie Gerger reports relief from a severe lung cough after using Comagh Remedy purchased from A. H. Kendel. She claims the medicine eased her symptoms within a week of use.
Reports from many cities praise Boot Juice as a powerful purifier and tonic for blood. Users note rapid relief of indigestion, improved appetite, and diminished rheumatic pain, with testimonials from Albert Thalio and J E Ogden among others. A large bottle sells for one dollar at leading drug stores.
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