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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1912
Page
4
Wheeling lawyer recalls hearing queer verdicts as jurors in a sparsely settled state choose a not guilty finding. The foreman admits the jury did not think the accused acted but believes he would have if present, in a sparsely documented court room scene.
A brief note contrasts religious practice with its purpose, arguing ordinary life focuses on what religion accomplishes rather than on what religion itself is. The reflection questions the function of faith in daily conduct and belief.
A brief note reports Sili facing neighbor tension after he indmilled corker to drift snow from his walk onto the neighbor’s property, stirring local dispute.
A series of reader letters from New England women claim Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Tablets relieved various female ailments. Each testimonial describes hemorrhages, backache, dizziness, and exhaustion improved after taking the medicine, with several noting renewed energy and regular cycles.
This excerpt argues believers may know they are children of God through three proofs: the Word of God, the Spirit's witness, and the fruit of the Spirit. It cites 1 John 5 13 and 1 John 3 1 to affirm assurance, contrasts feelings with divine record, and recounts a parable about ownership to illustrate reliance on Scripture over emotion. It emphasizes living out love, joy, peace, and other fruits as observable proof.
A religious exhortation urges trusting God for soul and body, citing Spurgeon and a Rev Reisner quote about inner growth. It contrasts seeking happiness in gold with nourishment from giving, and notes a New York example of a woman with $800,000 in jewels found by customs officers.
A testimonial from Co E Ussery of Bowersville Georgia describes relief for severe kidney pains after using Swamp Root. He slept through nights, bought a larger bottle, and praises the tonic as restoring health and youth. Notary T B Milane confirms the statement.
Dr. Kilmer & Co offers a sample bottle of Swamp Root with a booklet on kidneys and bladder. Mention this paper when ordering. Regular Offy-cent and one dollar bottles available at drug stores. Evil Eye claim cites Charles L. Smith on dominant eye shaping handedness and its risks. Ambidextrous individuals urged to guard actions to avoid perceived effects.
The Blot you discharged yesterday is accused of using plain language to you causing a heated exchange. Reggy describes the remark as positively ugly and insulting.
United States Treasurer McClung urges Congress to fund facilities for exchanging old and defaced notes, arguing a cleaner currency reduces disease spread and costs are minor compared to benefits. In France a drought survive story reports Monaco moat drying, fish amid mud revived after rain.
An Ohio woman credits Postum with reversing a childhood coffee habit that led to heart trouble weak digestion and nervous break down. After switching to Postum she reports clearer thinking doubled endurance and stabilized nerves, with recovery noted after a few weeks and praise from friends. The testimonial ends with a promotion of The Road to Wellville and the Postum brand from Battle Creek Michigan.
Virgil M. Harris cites a rich old bachelor’s will in ancient curios and famous wills. The deceased vows no woman be buried beside him and directs executors to buy three graves with him buried in the middle one while the two others stay empty.
Mrs. F. E. Harmon describes a six month old’s head rash spreading to face hands and arms with complete hair loss. After using Cuticura Resolvent Ointment and Soap for several weeks the child improved, hair regrew and no further outbreaks occurred. She endorses Cuticura as effective for cuts and sores and notes free samples available from Cuticura Dept Boston.
Dialogue excerpt shows Miss Charmynge debating suitability for business life with Jack Hustler. The playful exchange frames gender expectations in a terse vignette. No further context provided.
An old field weed, the mullein stalk, is praised for curing lung troubles. Taylor's Cherokee Remedy of Sweet Gum and Mullein is advertised as the finest cough cure, available at druggists in 25c 50c and 1.00 bottles.
A brief dialogue from Stray Stories features Mr Seekton and his wife Leonidas debating credit for not hurrying. The wife gently concedes that he deserves some credit for measured behavior, while she avoids harsh judgments.
An advertisement urges mothers to examine every bottle of Astoria labeling it a safe and proven remedy for infants and children. The copy highlights the product as being in use for over 30 years and notes that children cry for Fletcher's Castoria.
A reflective line from Louisa May Alcott urges readers to cherish life’s cheerfulness while letting gloom pass. It emphasizes personal attitude over outer circumstances.
A humorous exchange unfolds on a streetcar as a passenger tells another to get off at the next corner. The retort reveals the speaker meant to dislodge a muddy boot rather than disembark.
The piece notes a satirical anecdote from a suffragette publication about a juror’s indiscretion and queries gender capacity. It then reports renewed interest in old ships plans tied to Captain Cook’s Endeavor in Australia, and describes the Elephanta rock-hewn temples near Bombay with their dating and architecture.
An old advertisement circles around "MINITS LIVER" and a claimed remedy for malarial ailments. It promises a free sample through Mowd's Pharmacy Co in Little Rock Arkansas. The piece includes a humorous political aside about a politician and a senator, used as filler.
Pittsburgh Electric Welded fencing suitable for cattle hogs poultry gardens and lawns. Roofings available in galvanized iron corrugated and crimped plus rubber roofings priced at $1.00 per square and up. 436 N End St Memphis Tenn.
A dialog outlines modern demands to stay current and avoid dwelling on the past. Dustin Stax emphasizes speaking with investigative committees while stressing the value of focused specialization.
A fragmented quotation reflects on virtue and duty. It references effective form and property, mentions children, and pays tribute to cooperative effort beyond self. The speaker emphasizes unity and brotherhood as guiding values.
In Wineton Salem a ramshackle building was burned at the request of the local Anti Tuberculosis league. It was said to be alive with tuberculosis germs and could not be fumigated. Placards explained the reasons and the event drew a crowd as 5 000 pamphlets on prevention were distributed.
Mr. D. P. Seerley, a Chicago art connoisseur, attends a concert and shows fatigue and boredom. A friend notes the pianist misses notes, and Seerley jokes that he wishes the pianist had missed them all. The moment captures a light humorous aside from a magazine piece.
A Chicago Daily News snippet records Laulee and Lonis discussing a rumored bride who will receive a million dollars the day she marries Fred. The exchange implies the high stake and public curiosity surrounding the union.
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