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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1915
Page
2
The Eagle outlines office locations at Wests Offices with fees listed for County and District offices. County Offices charge 0.00 and District Offices 5.00, indicating an admission or filing cost structure.
Public notice lists endorsed gentlemen as candidates for the office, subject to the Democratic primaries of 1915. The brief item names those presented by the party and frames the contest as pending the primary election.
It is with pleasure we present Hon J M Sanders our capable representative for reelection. He chaired the Agricultural Committee and earned a strong record with many prominent assignments. The people gave him a large vote in the primary and he will meet the trust again with a steady voting record.
The Mississippi public weighs Govship choices with emphasis on Governor Bilbo’s platform. Marion Riley and other candidates push reform plans including whiskey sales limits. Bilbo’s stance is presented as honest and businesslike. The piece argues lineups form against Bilbo and urges informed turnout.
William Hardcastle known as Aneile Billy died at Mrs. Sallie Browning’s Taylor home aged 91. His body arrived in our city on the 11:25 train and was buried at Oak Hill Cemetery beside Dr. John Young’s lot with services by Rev. T. H. Dorsey under Confederate veterans auspices. A British-born veteran, he served in the Indian War of 1841 and the Civil War 1861-65 for the Confederacy, later serving in the Navy, and was a devout Methodist and loyal citizen.
A garbled snippet describes dinners and table settings, mentioning a Camiberini or similar name and references to digestion and recovery. The text is incomplete but suggests discussions around a social meal and possible health mentions.
The State Board of Health and the Mississippi Federation of Women's Clubs announce a contest to name the cleanest town in Mississippi. A trophy and official distinction await the winner. A General Clean-Up Day will be set in April with entries from towns organized with clubs or sanitation groups and a five dollar fee due by March 15.
A Lafayette County legislative group pledges retrenchment and vows to inform the public which members remained loyal to the people. They criticize high appropriations and salary increases, naming several signers including R. Bu Cotton and J. Hallonde of Jones.
An advertisement offers an oil treatment for stomach troubles with a refund promise if one cattle fails to meet absolute satisfaction. The copy hints at a promise of money back or refund without quibble if a specified cattle outcome is not achieved.
The Farm Canning Machine Co of Meridian Mississippi adds 3500 to a 960 prize fund, offering 8100 to the best canning club girl in a state college by August 1 1915. Applicants must be in an official canning club and meet college eligibility while submitting records by August 15 1915.
Brick seller offers on hand bricks at low price. Contact Lee Racerri by phone in 1974 classified note seeking quick liquidation.
Petition from Lafayette county citizens to Governor Earl Brewer dated February 1 1915 requests executive clemency for J B Hall a white man serving a life sentence for rape. The petition asserts eight years served 1906 conviction and an excellent record since, plus character witnesses listing local residents and officials.
Lee M Rossy states he plans to leave this week to pursue the office of Lieutenant Governor. He says his law partners will manage affairs in his absence while he handles key cases in court and will write weekly letters to the Press and the Eagle.
Classified notice announces availability of old newspapers and papers for sale at the local office. Includes details on condition and purchase contact.
Fragmented OCR text discusses scholarships and prizes for Mississippi and other states, with references to corn clubs and rural schooling. Mentions Florida and Louisiana, government roles, and education trends potentially drawing farm boys away from agriculture. The passage is incomplete and garbled.
An advert claims a cough remedy ends irritation fast and helps you feel better. It touts numerous testimonial claims and urges readers to try the product for rapid relief at once.
A fragment notes a promotion for Sloan's Liniment promising relief and improved well being. The text implies a suggestion to obtain a bottle from Sloan's. The terse line hints at consumer remedy use without further details.
Announcement promotes a two year option plus farm and home color section in the Globe-Democrat. It lays out rates for rural delivery and star route patrons, with Sunday and combined weekly subscriptions and pricing. Address Globe-Democrat publishers, St. Louis, Missouri.
Beate af f Okt City of Toledo records show Frask J Chesey filing to operate as Gar bassorae fe he ity OTE Co doing business im the of Scie ben eee in the region.
The Southern seed house H. G. Hastings & Company of Atlanta offers a free annual catalogue by mail with seed offers for Gower seed, five fine varieties for homes, a cash prize for Corn Club boys, and details on corn and cotton seeds. It promotes planting in the South and urges readers to request the catalogue.
An ad style note promotes a paper opener remedy for constipated readers, claiming ease of use and general agreement on its effects and availability. The fragment mentions costive trouble and that the product is obtainable everywhere.
A fragment mentions Purnish and Oxford with repeated weekly associations. The text references benefits tied to Friday events and ongoing support across weeks. No clear dates, people, or organizations are fully identifiable. The readable portion suggests a recurring aid or program linked to Oxford, occurring on Fridays.
An old notice recounts Mr Davis adopting a remedy to end a persistent bad cough described as recent history. The fragment notes an action taken by Davis to address the condition and move on from the ailment.
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