Ford Peace party eyes Jackson for South plant
The Ford Peace party may greatly aid Mississippi and the South if Col Henry persuades Ford to locate a massive assembling plant in the region. Jackson, a key railroad hub, is pitched as the logical site with Wesson bidding and a large cotton mill potentially offered. rail access and distribution reach are seen as decisive factors.
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Ford
Henry
Ford Peace
Mississippi
South
Col. Henry
Jackson
Mr. Ford
Wesson
Boggan Head Named Judiciary Committee Chairman
Senator T K Boggan Head of Tupe lo receives the chair of the Judiciary committee the largest Senate post under the Lieutenant Governor His strong education at the University of Mississippi and years teaching in state high schools are noted along with praise from Lieutenant Governor Russell The piece also calls for a law prohibiting cigarette sales to curb youth smoking in schools.
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T. K. Boggan
Tupelo
Judiciary Committee
Senator Boggan
University of Mississippi
Russell
Senate
Beegan
Staggering Blunder by New County Board on Print Bills
A letter criticizes the newly elected Board of Supervisors for cutting prices on stationery bills for the county, arguing the board overstepped its authority by altering invoices. The piece notes a low bid for English Bond envelopes and folders and questions who knew printing costs better than the superintendent, urging payment of the honest charges.
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Board of Supervisors
Changin
Prsinig
Smith
Appetite Sounds and Stomach Health
A plain statement notes appetite as a pleasure of normal appetite. It suggests loss of appetite signals the stomach needs cleansing and stimulation to restore health.
Eskridge Named Senate Finance Committee Head
Senator Clarence Eskridge has been placed at the head of the Senate Finance Committee by Lieutenant Governor Lee M Russell. The position oversees the state’s four year budget and is one of the most sought after in the chamber. Eskridge is described as a careful student and a low pressure advocate who favors living within the state's revenue.
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Clarence Eskridge
Lee M Russell
Finance
Senate
Eskridge
Sheriff’s Notice on Internal Revenue Licenses Issued
In compliance with chapter 116 laws of 1908 the sheriff publishes from the tax collector a list of U S Internal Revenue licenses issued to Lafayette County Mississippi in the six months ending Jan 1 1916. Names include R R Chilton Co Oxford Miss and R L D licenses. Certified as true and correct Jan 8 1916 by the officer.
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U.S. Internal Revenue
U. S. Internal Revenue
Lafayette County
Miss
R. R. Chilton & Co
Oxford
Lafayette
Mississippi
Oxford to Issue Refunding Bonds Given February Vote
Oxford Mississippi to refund outstanding bonds issued July 1586 by the city council. Seven thousand dollars will be issued in six percent bonds due in 1920 and thereafter with semiannual interest. An election is set for February 1916 at the Oxford Court House to approve the refunding ordinance.
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City of
Oxford
Miss
Lafayette County
Mississippi
Aml
Towit
Misa
DAS
Eee
H L Davis Named to State Appropriation Committee
The article notes H L Davis chosen by Speaker M S Connor as one of two lawmakers to control state funds. Davis is praised as a level headed, courageous, honest official with long service as a supervisor, and his work in the House and Eskridge Senate is seen as beneficial for maintaining accurate records. Congratulations are extended to Davis and to Speaker Connor.
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M. S. Connor
H. L. Davis
Davie
House
Senate
Eskridge
Davis
Confor
Hicks 1916 Almanac Promoted by Rev Hicks
The Rev Irl R Hicks 1916 Almanac praised as the finest and largest almanac yet. Storm and weather forecasts from 1915 are cited as proven and valuable, with a price of one dollar for the combined works or 35 cents for the almanac alone, offered by Word and Works Publishing Company in St Louis.
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Irl R. Hicks
America
Sir R. Hicks
Words and Works
Word and Works Publishing Company
Franklin Ave
St. Louis
Relbue Price Reports Largest Week in United Life Business
Special agent Relbue Price says United Life and Accident Insurance Company had its largest week of business in his experience. The policy is described as the only life insurance of its kind written in the United States with splendid new features.
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Relbue Price
United Life and Accident Insurance Company
United States
Sale of interest in Goodwin & Walker Bros. firm at Taylor
W. L. Goodwin announces the sale of his entire interest in the firm of Goodwin & Walker Bros. at Taylor to Walker Bros. to conduct the business and collect debts, and assume all liabilities as of January 5, 1916. A notice states the reader that the partners have bought out Goodwin and Will collect all debts and meet liabilities.
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Goodwin & Walker Bros
Taylor
Walker Bros
W. L. Goodwin
Sure Signs of a Torpid Liver Ad Seeks Perbo-Len Remedy
An old advertisement touts Perbo-Len as a quick cure for bilious spells and indigestion. It claims faster relief, promises stomach comfort, and lists a price of 500. at druggists. The blurb mirrors early 20th century patent medicine rhetoric.
For Sale Printing Material and Machinery
Printing equipment and supplies offered for sale by G. W. Price of Oxford Mississippi. Includes printing material and machinery suitable for small to medium operations. Contact G. W. Price for details and arrangements.
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G. W. Price
Oxford
Miss
Oxford Election Notice on Bond Ratification Schedule
Election notice for Oxford Mississippi announcing a vote on bond issuance approved by the City Council in January 1916. The measure seeks authorization to issue ten thousand dollars in bonds to cover maturing debt and water works obligations dated July 2 1596 with a February 1916 election date.
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Oxford
Sail City
Tax Notice Missed Payment Warning for 1918 Dates
Tax collector M. Sweep warns property owners of penalties and disqualification after February 1 1918 for unpaid taxes. Notice references due by end of January and outlines collection actions.
Notice to Contractors for Board of Supervisors Plans 1916
This notice directs contractors to plans and by the date of January 11 1916 for inspection merit by the Board of Supervisors. J A Pars serves as president and Edgar Webster as attorney for the Board.
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Hehay
Board of Supervisors
J.A. ‘Pars
Edgar Webster
Boar
Good Investment Endorsement from M D Reynolds
Madison Wisconsin businessman M D Reynolds endorses a product calling it a good investment after claiming nineteen years of rheumatism relief following use of three boxes of the remedy. He presents his testimonial as evidence for others seeking relief.
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M.D. Reynolds
Madison, Wis
Rheumatism Powders Advertised for Crutch Replacement
An old advertisement touts rheumatism powders as a remedy to throw away crutches. Sold exclusively through Kendel's Drug Store at 50 cents and 1.00, urging readers they can afford to try the product.
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Kendel’s
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