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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1902
Page
2
A collage of scattered notes and gossip touching Col Bryans paper profits, Admiral Sebley for president, Morgan’s NY Sus ownership talk, Baltic and European political rumors, and quips on politics, currency, and governance. Includes jokes about Prince Henry, Indian hair cuts, and a mock war question from the White House.
A Mississippian narrator notes Southerners favor talk over action while Yankees act. The piece laments talent staying at home, few factories or railroads, and widespread idle boasting of future prosperity since the war. It urges getting up and working to develop local wealth and opportunity.
A rough weather week reduced school attendance while the Methodist quarterly meeting for the Toccopola circuit gathered at the local church with Dr. Beil of Water Valley presiding. Attendees included W. B. Freeman D. M. Gean Furr and Buss from Oxford and Toccopola. News notes mention Shilo services canceled due to rain and Marvie Patten returning from AL M College eyeing LS CLL events. Also notices advertise Dr King’s New Life Pills and a university bill supporting teacher training.
Public notice announces sealed bids for building a bridge over Yellow Creek. Bids due at 12 noon March 7 1902 with plans on file. Double bid security required. Board may reject any or all bids. B P Gray Clerk. Also election notice for district 3 vacancy due to death of P M Daley. Election set March 7 1903. W L Goo... Election J JODWARD Commissioners. Feb 5 1902.
Notice to creditors of C S Watson of Oxford Lafayette County Mississippi that he was adjudicated bankrupt January 30 1902. First meeting of creditors set February 6 1902 at 10 oclock a m at Oxford to prove claims appoint a trustee and examine the bankrupt. By B T M Referee in Bankruptcy and W V Sullivan attorney. Also sale notice by Commissioner Hoblieben ve liem Price March 1902 of La Fayette County land described by sections townships ranges with certain exceptions.
Lowe unit No. 752 meets to push state relief for needy veterans then appoints a committee to draft resolutions on the death of W G Beanland Wastead and the murder of John A Montgomery. Camp adjourns to March first while urging correspondents to send county news and notices.
An ordinance of Oxford Mississippi forbids hitching animals to fences trees buildings or private structures within town limits except where such posts are provided for that purpose. Violations carry misdemeanor charges with fines between 2 and 10 dollars. Effective upon passage dated February 4 1902. Also includes a druggist notice offering refunds on Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets with free samples.
Local items report Grover Wilkins and others visiting Oxford, a wedding party from south of Oxford heads to Water Valley, and several residents making trips or giving talks. Also cited are notices on Chamberlain remedies and a Senate cost claim, with ads for Dr. King's New Discovery and a law protecting eagles in Illinois.
The advertisement touts Electric Hitters as a tonic blood purifier and regulator for the stomach liver and kidneys. It claims the remedy strengthens nerves, builds the system and restores health after grip attacks, with a 50 cent price and guaranteed satisfaction by R. R. Chilton & Co.
Feb 4th and 18th offers across Oklahoma Texas and Indian Territory. Information available from J. N. Cornatzar D P A Memphis Tennessee.
Gloomy Sunday visit by Rev. Mr. Uhil to Cypress noted with hopes for better times. Health mentioned as good in the area while many names visit relatives and attend dances. An entertainment was postponed due to bad weather. Warnings about smallpox and the benefits of Prickly Ash Bitters appear alongside patent medicine ads and toxin-free cures.
Drs. Starkey and Palen advertise compound oxygen with 31 years tested use for asthma bronchitis consumption and other ailments. They offer home and office treatments at 1112 Girard Street Philadelphia with testimonials and proof of statements and emphasize risk free inquiry.
The item lists how different cultures name each day of the week and trims with ads for Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets and Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic. It notes a 25 cent price, samples free, and a bill in Congress for lifetime pensions to ex presidents mentioning Mr Cleveland. Mrs Chauncey Depew learns she is heir to a Holland estate from a mysterious Christmas gift tale.
The Democratic members of the House met in caucus at Washington and adopted resolutions stating they lack power to promulgate a party platform. They cite the binding character of the platform previously adopted at a national convention.
City tax sale set for March 3 1902 at the courthouse door Oxford Mississippi for lands delinquent for 1901 taxes. Public auction to highest bidder with additional filing and recording fees. Mayor and City Tax Collector RK Adams invites principals to present receipts at his expense.
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