Mississippi Governor Russell Faces Damages Suit and Backlash
Loyal residents of Lafayette County and Oxford denounce charges against Gov. Lee M. Russell as political lies. A $100,000 damage suit filed by Frances C. Birkhead alleges deception and ruined health, while observers urge waiting for court findings before condemning anyone. The Aberdeen Weekly notes no Legislature action yet.
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Lafayette ‘County
Gov. Russell
Lafayette County
Oxford
Russell
Mississippi
Federal Court of the
So District
Aberdeen Weekly
Lee M. Russell
Frances C. Birkhead
Mississippi Governor Russell Denounced Slander Suit Filed
A political feud escalates as Frances Birkhead sues Governor Russell for seduction in federal court. Supporters say the accusations arise from animosity, while the governor and allies deny the claims and express sympathy for his wife amid widespread public scrutiny.
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Mississippi
Russell
Governor Lee M. Russell Faces Infamous Conduct Charges
The article reports charges of infamous conduct against Governor Lee M. Russell, alleging actions that reflect upon the dignity and fair governance of his office. Details on the proceedings and potential consequences are discussed.
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Lee M. Russell
Rub My Tism Advertises Antiseptic Pain Relief
The ad promotes Rub My Tism as an antiseptic and pain killer for infected sores tetter sprains neuralgia and rheumatism.
CHICKENS FOR SALE AND LOCAL NOTES IN OXFORD
Classified items include pure bred white leghorns and Rhode Island reds for sale by Mrs. Guy McLarty, a portable boiler and engine, lumber delivery on a Franklin lot, and several houses and cottages for sale or rent. The column also lists numerous social visits, guests at Ole Miss events, and local news from Oxford Mississippi in mid February.
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Bryan
Rhode Island
Guy McLarty
L. Hall
Franklin
Oxford
Tom Irby
Miss
Kor
Eagle Office
U. S&s L
Oia
Dolly Springs
Eureka Mfg. Co
East St. Louis
Social notes and visits in Fudgetown and surrounding areas
Miss Clydell Fudge of Fudgetown spent last week with aunt Mrs. L. C. Hutton. Miss Jessie Bramlett of Houston was a recent guest of homefolks. Christian Endeavor Valentine party at church parlor was the event of its kind. Katrina Carter hosted a dance for the M Club. Louise Wooten celebrated her 11th birthday with a Saturday afternoon gathering. Mrs. Granter of New Orleans visits while husband stays at the Mc Mahon House. Mrs. C. O. Walker and sons of Kensett Ark arrive in Oxford as her husband leads the Golden Rule Store. Gayle Holcomb spent Sunday in Greenwood with sister Mrs. Grantham. York Trigg of Valiant Okla recently returned from Pekin. Mrs. Eugene Dave of Sardis visits sister Mrs. Futrell. Reece Houston leaves for a hospital in Alexander La.
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Clydell Fudge
Fudgetown
L. C. Hutton
Jessie Bramlett
Houston
Christian Endeavor Society
Katrina Carter
McLub
Louise Wooten
Granter
New Orleans
McMahon House
C. O. Walker
Kensett
Ark
Oxford
Golden Rule
Gayle Holcomb
Greenwood
Grantham
York Trigg
Valiant
Okla
Pekin
Eugene Dave
Sardis
Futrell
Reece Houston
Alexander
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F. M. Heard
International Stocking Mills
Norristown
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Ord
Lhursday
Ur. Brisco
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P. A. Wilson
Wilsons
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Gayle Wilson
China
Hellen
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Rosa Bankhead
Warne
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J. F. Rutledge
Tupelo
P. P. Neill
J. A. Tankersley
Frank Buchanan
Ethel Mathis
College Hill
Dena Walker
Ellen Walker
Burt
Miss Vary
Evelyn Barbour
Vicksburg
Katherine Lovett
Ole Miss
Rhymes
Emy Low
Crystal Springs
A. M. Hall
J. G. Argo
Memphis
Lyda Ramey
Stuttgart
Grenada
L. M. Alexander
United States Health Institute
D A. McCall
Louisville
Douglas Clarke
Water Valley
Elton Frazier
Milton Moore
N. L. Marmon
Mae Louise
E. O. Davidson
H. T. Smith
Wilma Smith
Sarah Holcomb
Telham Mills
MeComb
L .E. Oldham
Max Miller
Walter Lee Hall
Cuba High
Oxford High
Central High
Oxford High School
Carl
Jas. Stone
Oldham, Stone & Stone
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Oxford and
Charleston, Miss
F. M
Mniaws Public
Oxford, Mississippi
W. Brian Watson
Harry M. Bryan
A. E. Russell
Chesterfield
Liggett & Myers Tobacco Co
Garette
Buick
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Cl. Apt
Dodge Brothers
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