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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1915
Page
3
Passenger times listed for trains No 21 at 3 04 PM No 4 at 7 Sou No 27 at 10 45 AM and others at 9 35 PM 4 08 AM and 2 4 am included in timetable entries Notes indicate southbound and specific passenger departures with times.
Pontotoc reports serene political mood as visitors from Oxford plan a Cain's Mill picnic. Loreen Downing returns from Memphis. W H Smith and J G McGuire visit. A H Kendal plans drug stock July 1. Frank Skipwith mourns Adair Skipwith. J B Morgen and Mrs Morgan visit Sardis. Oxford hit by wind and rain. Frank Hill in county jail. For sale two Jersey cows and film services advertised.
Miss Annie Chandler improves while Miss Lottie Hunter confesses and is removed. Mrs M G McGuire returns to Yazoo City. Mrs Lou Knight Shannon and her daughter visit from Memphis. Masonic picnic at Burgess with Hon T A Sisson as orator. candidates announce after speech. Dr C F Hodge spoke on eradicating house flies at Lyric Theatre in Oxford. Oxford men depart for Kansas wheat fields. Skipwith family mourns Adair Skipwith in Concord N C. Business Men’s Club backs Lafayette County livestock industry to boost prosperity. readers urged to learn more in the referenced article and talk with Mr J H Friedman.
In a local health note Kemiel’s remedy called Linder’s Pit is described as easing stomach troubles and praised for blessing households. The report emphasizes hopeful results and community use.
The Clerk orders lien related to plant, bills and specifications on file with City Clerk J H Lawshee. Affected party or property details are not specified. Riordan Plant matters are referenced in city records and may require action by interested parties.
Kilton's Drug Store has received Dr Linder's Stomach Pills and invites the public to try them. A Bethel Springs picnic is planned for July 3 with invitations extended to all, including candidates.
A brief card of thanks to the community for faithful kindness shown in a time of distress. The note expresses sincere appreciation and warm regard for support received from neighbors and friends.
Health in the community is good. Buttard Walker remains safe with defective teeth. Minnie Mills saw Mary McBroom Eonday in the afternoon. Will Knight joined the Holmes sisters of Louisiana from Oxford to visit grandparents J. L. Walker last Friday. Sam Wells of Franklin County stayed several days with family. H. F. Simpson traveled to Oxford on business. A hive visit to Mrs. B. H. Mills Caer. Mrs. Marshal Massey spent Sunday with Willie Callicoat. Best wishes to the new and existing friends.
A BuFord North Dakota resident recounts a severe diarrhoea attack lasting over a week two years ago. He notes weakness from illness and mentions relief after taking a stated remedy, claiming a complete recovery following the first dose.
Miss Annie N Hopson and L B Hudson united in marriage at 7 o'clock June 56 at the bride’s mother’s country home. Rev J B Leavell officiated. The couple, now in Oxford, will reside in Hudsonville Mississippi. Guests from Lamar Holly Springs and Hudsonville attended. The newlyweds left for New Orleans after the ceremony.
A large community picnic on Friday July at three miles from the Galleys site promises two top baseball games Providence versus Hudsonville and Providence versus Spring Hill. Refreshments, music, and dancing will accompany the event with candidates for local offices present to announce. Eva Williams is manager and Lowey Lewis the business manager.
The article notes a light Sunday with good crop conditions and rain appreciated. It mentions a protracted meeting at Bethel planned for the Saturday before the fourth Sunday in July and includes prayers for sinners to be saved. It also reports Buford Gardner recovering after a mule kick and lists visits by locals from Thaxter, Mt. Zion, Water Valley, and relatives.
The column notes illness for Mrs. John Welch and Mr. Maltry Smith and hopes for speedy recovery. Dan Keel returns from Oxford where he studied. Corrie May Kelley attends Summer School at the University. Oxford visitors came out last Sunday. Menken Avent of New Albany visited last Friday. Dr. Barry was here last week. Youths enjoyed an ice cream supper hosted by Sallie Jackson. E K Foust and Aay Sneed travel to picnics and singings. Success to the Eagle Sim Jim.
The Oxford Live Stock Loan Association aims to promote Lafayette County livestock by lending farmers $100 to $800 for five years at up to 6 percent interest. Annual payments include 5 percent of the loan to the treasury and a stock certificate, maturing into stock ownership. Subscriptions require ten dollars.
A black bridle with brass buckles was lost during Mt Zion Church Children’s Day event. Return to the Eagle office for forwarding and potential reward or acknowledgment.
The Chancery Clerk reports a bid call for a bridge across Bell Creek on Pontotoc Road with specifications on file. The Board of Supervisors reserves the right to reject any and all bids and sets bid deadlines for July 12 at noon and July 5 for cantilevered bids.
Real estate sale notice in Lafayette County Mississippi states the July 8 195 the property described lies in the NE quarter of section 7 and SW corner of same, begins at an iron stake near Mrs Kate Goods lot 46, containing about 7 acres homestead in Abbeville area. Trustee J B Roacu signs June 12 1915.
The Lafayette County Mississippi chancery clerk announces a cash sale of property at the south door of the Oxford courthouse on the WTH day of July 1913 by order of a deed of trust. The land description notes one acre with improvements, conveyed by the trustee J. B. Roach acting as substituted trustee.
San Francisco Los Angeles San Diego are listed with a return fare of 57 50 and a three month return limit. The text notes daily tickets and urges planning for summer trips with quotes to all points of interest and information available.
A legal notice from Lafayette County Mississippi requests establishing a new road district in Supervisor's No 5. The filing by PF Campnens, T Stewart and others seeks action under chapter 176 laws of 1914 with exhibits detailing the district boundaries. The board is urged to notify electors and prepare bonds for the district at the next meeting.
The document records a petition by C Bo Lagrome and others to the Lafayette County Board of Supervisors seeking authorization to contract and maintain highways in a proposed Supervisors District No 5. It notes Exhibit A with signatures representing over twenty percent of qualified electors and describes the district boundaries along Yecona River and adjacent townships.
City of Oxford Mississippi orders an election under state law to issue bonds for waterworks or street improvements. The ordinance specifies bonds totaling specified sums with certificates dated August 1 1915 and maturing in 1916 and 1917, outlining the terms of redemption.
An advertisement touts two printing types with a focus on superior material and craftsmanship, signaling high standards in production. It highlights that the company offers one method using premium resources and skilled workmanship.
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