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Newspaper

Oxford Eagle

Location

Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1903

Page

3

Candidate announces run for Chancery Clerk post

Authorized to nominate for Chancery Clerk of La Vivette County as a candidate in the Democratic primary. The nomination proceeds under party rules with potential candidacy subject to primary results.

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Oxford News Highlights Local People and Winter Weather

A collage of notes from Abbeville and Oxford reports visits by Nielson Triggs Morgen Treloar Kemp Wooten and others. The piece notes wet winter conditions a sick relative and community events including temple lectures and Masons attending cornerstone ceremonies. It also mentions a lost key and upcoming Valentine Day observances.

Local items and notices from The Eagle community page

The Eagle notes Paul Burt leaving Globe duties for Equitable Life Agent work and wishes him success. It reports Bud Sanders injured by his daughter with a dangerous wound from an accidental pistol discharge, and Mrs Aintha Hale dying at Free Springs. Beat 2 voters question J B Bagley’s reelection bid for Supervisor. A citizen meeting and temperance lecture are urged. Turner stock sale ends soon with deep discounts to clear Spring stock. James W Hickey marries Miss Wile Jones in Shawnee Oklahoma. The Eagle offers dental notices and promotes Frank White as St Louis Globe-Democrat agent. Beat 4 voters back J C Treloar for another Supervisor term. Subscribe for The Eagle.

Whit Owens Case Heads to Supreme Court for Argument

The Whit Owens case will come up before the Supreme Court for argument next Monday. Owens was sentenced to death for the murder of Hamp Williams, and a life sentence for participating in the Montgomerys’ murder remains before the Court. The 22nd anniversary of the Christian Endeavor Society was celebrated at O. P. Church with music by the choir and Junior band and addresses by Rev. W. J. King, Hon. M. A. Montgomery and Rev. Hogan. A collection funded the church building.

Whit Owens Supreme Court Hamp Williams Owens Montgomerys Christian Endeavor Society O. P W. J. King M. A. Montgomery Hogan Christian Endeavor Churchbuilding Fund

Accident in Telegraph Office Injures Young Man

While cleaning an old pistol at the telephone exchange Monday noon, Will Knight of Vornish accidentally shot himself through the body. The wound was probed and dressed, and he was taken to relatives’ home where he remains in a dangerous condition.

Will Knight Vornish

Steve Douglass Seeks Bailiff Post in Beat 1

Mr Steve Douglass appears in The Beagle as a candidate for Bailiff of Beat 1. He was born and raised in Lafayette County and is well known and esteemed for public spirit and competence. He asks friends for support in the upcoming contest.

Steve Douglass THE Beagle Beat 1 Mr. Douglass LaFayette County

Meeting of Oxford and LaFayette County Citizens

A gathering at the Court House on Saturday February 14 at 1 o clock will appoint delegates to the Prohibition Mass Meeting in Jackson on Tuesday February 17. All persons friendly to the movement are invited and urged to attend.

Oxford LaFayette County Court House City of Jackson

Tailored garments from Browning King line offered locally

Mr. R. F. Ross announces receipt of samples from Browning King & Co. He notes an extensive, varied line and invites the public to secure tailored suits at New York prices with suits ranging from 12.50 to 70 dollars and pants from 3.50 to 15 dollars.

R. F. Ross HAGLE House of Browning, King & Co New York

Wiley P. Goolsby for LaFayette County Superintendent

Wiley P. Goolsby announces his candidacy for Superintendent of Education in LaFayette County. A native and longtime educator, he has taught in public schools for ten years and served on the county Board of School Examiners. He appeals to voters to consider his qualifictions and Christian character.

Wiley P. Goolby LaFayette County Goolsby North Mississippi

Breakfast era ad prompts new Boston Brown Flake

An old advertisement teases a new breakfast cereal Boston Brown Flake and Nutra Crisp for lunch, inviting readers to call for more details and mentioning Sanders.

Sanders

County Officials and Bridge Work Dominate Court Minutes

The record lists payments to mayor R S Adams and several officials, per diems, and bridge repair contracts. It notes road overseer appointments, budgeted salaries, and adjournment to March as J C. Theloar presided over the county board session.

Esquire Oren Brown Seeks LaFayette County Treasurer Post

Dallas man Esquire Oren Brown announces his candidacy for LaFayette County Treasurer. He previously served four years as bailiff of Beat 4 and four years as a magistrate, earning a reputation for honor and integrity. His supporters believe he can provide satisfactory service as treasurer.

Esquire Oren Brown Dallas LaFayette County Brown Beat 4

Bramlett and Ramey Firm Dissolved by Mutual Consent

The firm Bramlett & Ramey is dissolved with Lex Ramey retiring and Dr. A C Bramlett continuing the business. A. C. BRAMLETT and Lex RAMEY.

Bramlett & Ramey Lex Ramey A. C. Bramlett

Debtor Call Issued by A. C. Bramlett

A. C. Bramlett urges all persons indebted to the firm to call for early settlement to save further costs. Date noted February 3, 1903.

A. C. Bramlett

Stephens seeks re election as Supervisor of Beat 1

O O Stephens announces his candidacy for re election to Supervisor Beat 1. He has served the county for years and is described as a public spirited, substantial citizen worth of trust. Friends expect continued faithful service and hearty support in the difficult position.

Co. C. Stephens O. O. Stephens Stephens LaFayette County

Lyceum Course Presents Helen May Bak ter's Band

Mars Lyceum announces sixth program featuring Helen May Bak ter's Ladies Military Band on Saturday night February 14. Reserved aisle seats are limited to about 25. price 75 cents for reserved and 50 cents for general admission. SEALE & ROBERTSON.

Helen May Bakter Ladies Military Band Lyceum Bob Taylor Seale & Robertson, Mars

Best of Flour and Cupid Brand Coffee Featured

A vintage advertisement highlights NABOR flour at five thousand dollars per barrel and promotes Cupid Brand coffee as the town’s best and only 25 cent option, signed Sanders.

Cupid Brand Sanders

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