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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1918
Page
4
The notice outlines obituary services charged at one cent per word with advance payment. Advertising rates include 25 cents per inch for display and ten cents per line for small text. Subscriptions are prepaid, with international mail info and postal handling notes.
The town confronts a coal pile that hinders traffic and public view. Officials note the pile delays supply and Lafayette county will not need to purchase coal for a long period, signaling a temporary relief from further coal costs.
The Agriculture Department summary by County Agent L A Olson is highlighted as essential reading for all farmers in Lafayette County. One week until Christmas. Start the New Year right by subscribing for the Eagle. This should be the greatest Christmas in a century. We have reasons for rejoicing.
A city issue prompted by a prominent local man calls for ladies to pressure authorities over cattle and stock roaming freely. Cows hogs mules and horses damage yards and rose bushes in Oxford as officials delay action. The plan seeks a pound pen to remove straying animals from the town streets.
Fragmentary note suggests confusion over water conditions and a candidate's ambition to run for governor. The text hints at doubled water levels and a political context, but details are unclear.
The piece suggests a clash over a favorite candidate with Russell and Johnston watched closely. It predicts no second round, Johnson could be decisively defeated, and a secret caucus may dissolve with members joining other parties. Lee M. Russell plans to pursue the governorship to the end as Vardaman is not a 1919 candidate.
The Jackson Daily News argues that government ownership raises rates for freight and passenger service and increases employee pay, burdening taxpayers. It cites wartime rate hikes and asserts that normal conditions could allow lower rates and improved service, extending the idea to state control of all public utilities including telephone and telegraph lines.
The Jackson Daily News claims Secretary McAdoo made his first serious error in revoking onlines policy and notes the denial continues until January 1, 1924. The paper states it is not surprised by the discovery or the article’s assertions.
A Panola Democrat excerpt argues Republicans share the President’s loyalty and outnumber Democrats, claiming a retained Democratic congress reflects uncontrolable circumstances and a nation loyal to Americans with no common partisan divide.
An advertisement promotes Ballard’s Horehound Syrup as a remedy for persistent coughs and related ailments. The seller H Kendel markets the product with a pepper plaster and related external aids, encouraging combined use for relief.
The Roll Call urges individuals to take initiative and begin work assignments promptly. It emphasizes personal responsibility and readiness to perform tasks as directed, highlighting the community focus on productive effort and volunteer involvement.
Lyric manager Williams announces Monday night reopening with a feature Boston Blackie's Little Pale Cast. The cast includes Bert Lytell Rhea Mitchell Donald Warfield and Wilmerding. Amateur night tonight and a packed house plus two more nights of high class comedies with a matinee Saturday at 2 30. Heartburn treated with Herbine.
The piece argues President Wilson acted beyond open channels by seizing Ocean Cables after the war to control information. It critiques Creel Bureau reporting and urges transparent, open reports of Congress and Allied deliberations. Includes a brief, unrelated ad for ROROZONE wound care products.
J B Brown assumes all liabilities and will collect all accounts due from Gomwivin upon dissolution of Speee and Dives. W L Goodwin signs as witness. Date noted as December 5 12 19p.
Notice to all interested parties that the Drainage District report was filed in the Chancery Clerk's office of Gee County Oxford Mississippi on November 28 A D 1513. The County Board will act on the report as required.
Letters of administration for the estate of R D were granted to A Chancery Court in Lafayette County Mississippi on November 6 1917. Creditors must probate and register claims within one year from notice. Witness dated November 8 1913 Dee 5 12 19 Car Buford Pope Administratrix.
Abbeville reports Prof. Will York resigns as school principal to take a carrier post in House Three from Oxford. Prof. Abner Teison of Oxford will lead the school after the holidays. Welcome to Prof. Wilson and new guests including Mr. and Mrs. Bowen and visitors from Memphis and Grenada College during holidays.
A period piece urging Christmas Red Cross participation as a yearlong member and symbol of relief. Emphasizes heart over funds, inviting households to display large red crosses in windows and join the service through personal commitment rather than donations.
The estate of M I Quick, deceased, was issued to the undersigned on January 5th, 1915, by the Chancery Court of Lafayette County Mississippi. Safed and registers in some pre registered by the Clerk of this court.
A damaged notice cites J. S. Lock as administrator with references to failure to sot and register within a year and dates in 1918. It urges prompt antiseptic treatment for cuts burns and wounds with a promotional line for Brzone or similar product and mentions a retailer or signer.
A short World War II wire reports a wounded soldier Yane sending a Christmas message to his mother. He writes that his mother should not be forgotten and that he is well and hopes to be home soon.
An irregular scan lists an estray notice for a black weighing about 810 pounds and an iron gray mule about 850 pounds with branding, along with a reward offer and contact for Duff Ragland. A separate rental advertisement promotes an elegant North Street residence for Jan 1 with five rooms, bath, electric light, garden, and move-in by the stated date.
For sale Edicon Opera ranh with four dozen Blue Records and a cabinet in nearly new condition. Originally about 150 dollars. asking 85 dollars. Terms available. Inquiries to Dr. W. B. Mc Mahon in Oxford Mississippi. E Dec. 12%f.
Notice is given that S E Galleghly is administrator of the estate of Andrew Herred deceased. Creditors must probate and register their claims with the Clerk of the Chancery Court of Lafayette County Mississippi within one year from December 12, 1918. Failure to probate and register within the period will bar the claims. Signed December 12, 1918 by S E Galleghly Administrator. Lee M Russell, Sol. for Admin. E December 12 19 26.
The Honorable Pardoning Board considers a petition for mercy in a Mississippi circuit court. The petition cites a sentence to the penitentiary for three years at the September 1918 term and asks that the term be reduced or commuted. The names Young and others appear in the petition with dates but unreadable.
The article argues merchants advertise only when convinced of their goods' up to date quality. It implies shoppers can trust advertised merchandise as not shop worn and reflects confidence in the seller's stock.
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