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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1918
Page
4
A Washington diary style column discusses Billy Sun as a polarizing figure and notes political maneuvering around Prohibition and war leadership. It critiques racial tensions, especially the treatment of Black people in federal areas, urging Southern voices to oppose integration and push for protective measures and political action.
Reverend W. B. Strong will occupy the pulpit at South Street Presbyterian Church Sunday morning the 20th at 11 00 a m and 7 00 p m All cordially invited to attend these services.
The piece argues Senator James K. Vardaman will win the 1911 U.S. Senate contest in Mississippi, praising his independence and honesty. It contrasts Harrison and Noel, notes public support for Vardaman, and discusses postwar issues and taxes shaping the race. It closes with a obituary notice for Mrs. Shelton detailing her life and funeral.
A letter from King Cotton Seed Co President D F McKinnie addresses past dissatisfaction with mixed King Cotton seed. The firm notes a farmer in North Carolina grows seed and gins only his crop, claims the new lot is best yet, offers prepaid seed samples, and urges early orders due to 30 day delivery.
County Agent L. A. Olson announces a series of meetings in Lafayette County during January 21 to 26 to explain and promote Thrift Stamps War Savings Certificates and the Buy a Home movement amid labor exodus. Sessions start 10 a.m. each day in Abbeville Taylor Free Springs Burgess Paris and Lafayette Springs with a guest speaker. Community Club members urged to attend with neighbors.
A father in Oxford says he is doing all he can for his country and health while recommending Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. He cites relief from trouble and bloating and claims one dose can prove its value with money refunded. Sold by Chilton & Co.
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