19 Jan 1922
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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1922
Page
1
A new oil concern formed in St. Louis led by Kimsey and Cocks plans to begin drilling here soon likely by Monday or early next week. The derrick stands tall though work paused for holidays while the previous operator Pace faced rig acquisition issues. The new company has acquired the earlier party's assets and aims to accelerate development.
Citizens complain about rising water and electricity charges in Oxford. They note water at a $2.50 minimum and lights at $1.50, urging reductions as coal costs fall to 95 cents a ton and freight war tax is removed.
Time to save money as patrons are urged to buy their wants in the Drug Line at Rowland Drug Co. This notice highlights discount offers and value on everyday items for customers seeking bargains.
Lafayette County poultry club members and their chickens will appear in moving pictures filmed by Mr. Invin and Mr. Melton of the S C railroad with Miss Tunison from the Department of Agriculture. The shoot covered Ruth Goolsby Elizabeth Walker Mrs W D Porter and Mrs Benn Price with turkeys at Taylor Consolidated School. The Dillard club met with Mrs Beulah Walker and the Friendly Club plans baskets under guidance of Mrs Doyle Patton and Mrs Robie Farr. Miss Mary E Doney now in Knoxville attending a short course is funding this trip from Oxford business men.
A large barn on Thad Patton's farm near Paris burned Monday night, with a mule hay grain and harnesses destroyed. Fire suspected incendiary, and Bloodhounds from Crystal Springs assisted investigators when they arrived Tuesday morning.
A letter questions who oversees the city fire hose upkeep and argues for a designated boss. The writer faults neglect of equipment after use and urges the City to appoint a responsible official or commission to ensure readiness and maintenance.
Saturday evening Cearley Slough hosted twenty younger guests at his Second Depot Street residence. They played games to the fullest, then Mrs. Slough served refreshments before goodbyes.
Mr and Mrs H M Faser hosted a Monday evening rock party from 8 to 10 at their North Street home. Out of town guests included Mesdames Mortimer Anderson and Duke with their party friends. Rook provided the main entertainment as flowers and red white chrysanthemums decorated the rooms.
A man stated the delinquent poll tax list published the other day will contain more pages than the Oxford Eagle usually prints. The Eagle says it will have to issue a nine page special edition due to a large number of ladies paying taxes.
The Office Cat prowls Oxford streets and Lafayette County as a playful yet sharp column. It teases grouchy residents and hints at naming local youths, warning them to beware as the cat keeps watch by night and may reveal names in print.
Local notice invites patients to bring the next prescription written by any town or county physician to Rowland Drug Co for price comparison and fulfillment. The ad emphasizes choosing the lowest cost option at the store.
Mrs Powers entertained a wide circle of friends at a New Year reception on Tuesday January 10 at her Oxford home. The event featured Mrs Donald Duke, daughter of Chancellor Powers and bride of Jefferon Hamm, along with several hostesses and servers.
Patients of any doctor in the state can fill prescriptions at Rowland Drug Co for cash at cheaper prices. The notice highlights affordable medicine options and the pharmacy as a cash-friendly source for prescriptions.
Jackson Miss January 14 Following the examination the board met in executive session to discuss enforcement of the optometry law. The list of successful applicants includes Helmuth C Hornuff of New Orleans RA Gable of Houston Carlos A Spinola of New Orleans L B Baron of Gulfport and J A Donshoe of Philadelphia. Board members present were C R Scutter president P P Neill Oxord F W Queen and John H Petty.
Fragmentary OCR note mentions rectors prescriptions and savings claim with unclear context and garbled phrasing. No identifiable names, dates, or locations present. Unable to determine concrete item or event from readable text.
Carl Blackwell, charged with arson, is still in the county jail since Saturday January 17 and shows little haste for trial. Officers say they are ready to bring him to court whenever he consents. Reports mention letters found in Miss Mary Wilsons trunk signed K K K, whose authorship is unconfirmed. The case is expected to draw considerable sensational attention at trial.
Several hundred dollars have been pledged to aid the Tula school rebuilding. The Lafayette County Agricultural High School supported the cause, with communities like Gren Eagle contributing amounts such as 26.00 dollars in the partial donor list.
Fort Smith Ark Jan 9 1935 conditional quarantines were set for all eastern Oklahoma counties bordering Arkansas after a health officers conference. All rail and city officials were notified to enforce vaccination certificates or immediate vaccination for passengers leaving trains at stations including Talahina Spiro Heavener Poteau Wister Howe Leflore Cameon Summerfield Wilburton and Hartshorne. Ten deaths at Poteau linked to smallpox reported. Police Chief Lander W. noted.
A large shipment of Tanlac arrived touted as the wonderful remedy in high reputation. The message urges readers to consider this popular medicine and its noted effectiveness for several complaints.
Following a midwinter show in Lexington, Mississippi, leaders organized a state federation to promote a statewide mid winter poultry show in Tupelo next season. P. H. Hayes was elected provisional president with an executive committee. The group aims to form county auxiliaries linked to farm and home demonstration services and to raise breeding standards statewide.
Agricultural College reports the State Plant Board's potato inspection saves growers from losses. A community saw all but one disinfect seed potatoes, and only one lot became infected with Black Rot after storage. A man crossing the state line bought uninspected plants and ended with widespread disease in his field. Certified seed growers are urged to continue inspections to protect themselves and neighbors.
The Browning Club met this week with Mrs Hudson directing a program on Forms of dropel Literature and Isiah's Rhapsody of Zion Redeemed by Mrs Guyton. A selected reading by Mrs Neilson closed the evening. The group unanimously pledged to lobby senators and representatives against repealing the law that funds the state home for mentally deficient persons. Honor guests included Mesdames Mortimer Anderson daughters of Mr and Mrs Jones Harvey and Mrs David Carter Jr, who helped serve a salad course.
Tanlac, the acclaimed tonic, is available in Oxford through Rowland Drug Company. Local residents seeking a health upgrade can purchase this celebrated remedy at the downtown drugstore.
A local poultry association slogans in every county as part of a campaign by A. B. Walthal. The message emphasizes broad support for poultry interests and parades through regional gatherings.
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