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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1902
Page
2
A collection of brief observations condemns color lines and mob violence while praising civil service, frets over tariff and currency, and notes hospital growth in New York City. It cites Missouri triplet premiums, Cuba relations, and a weather bureau invention as examples of contemporary issues and public attitudes.
A public gathering featured Secretary Koor and General Miles praised as the distinguished general commanding the army and the eminent war minister. The crowd heard compliments as the band played, while calls for reform in justice and steel industry pricing echoed in the background.
The letter notes corn crops in Lafayette county are hurt by drought and hot winds, forecasting financial strain for farmers and local merchants. It urges strict economy and self denial, highlighting womankind as the main support in tight times and urging all households to balance income and expense while optimism remains for Mississippi's resilient farmers.
University of Mississippi hosts a Farmers Institute on the University grounds starting at 11 a m on Wednesday July 9 1902. All Lafay ette County farmers and their families are invited with basket dinners. Lectures and an experience meeting will compare farming methods and results in the county.
A crowd of youths attended Children’s Day at Macedonia over the weekend. Several residents are noted for illness and visits, including Mrs. John Parks and Mrs. Jeff Cook. Amelia Owens and Lillie Nunnally share guest roles, while families and relatives gather at local homes. Sunday School remains active and thriving as the note closes with well wishes to the Eagle.
The health of the community is good and crops look well after Friday rain. Dr W R Gilbert returned from lectures in Louisville. Local social notes mention John Goolsby and Mac Webster visiting, and a baseball score of 11 to 10 with Pine Hill defeating Woodson Ridge. Rev A J Gaines to preach at Bay Springs Sunday. Blackberries good and watermelons soon ripe.
A visitor explores Edinburgh from Waverly Station along Princes Street to Calton Hill and Holyrood Castle. Key sights include Scott monument, Castle Hill, St. Giles cathedral, the Heart of Midlothian, John Knox’s home, and Mary Queen of Scots residence with Darnley’s conspiracy chamber. The piece also recalls historic events and figures linked to the city’s old and new towns.
Rev J M Huggion preached at the New York schoolhouse to a large crowd. Sunday School has been formed with L C Nunnally as Supt and Chas Huggin as Asst Supt. A picnic and ball game are planned for Wednesday July 9 at Nunnally’s pasture near the Oxford and Rocky Ford road with Capt W A Roane invited to speak.
Peace and quietude reigns in the vicinity after two weeks of dreaming. Health is tolerably good, with a few local showers aiding crops. A H Smith of Abbott Miss preached at Slick Ridge on his visit to his father W B Smith and expected to witness the hanging on the 24th. Mrs Beula Jackson, wife of Bill Jackson, is now crazy and may be sent to the asylum.
Oxford passes a comprehensive sewerage ordinance to require one or more water closets per building connected to the public sewers, with hydrants and flushing supplies, enforceable by fines up to 100 dollars and daily penalties. The measure tightens sewer use rules, bans improper discharges, and mandates sewer connections within four months for occupied buildings.
A board issued a notice regarding the maintenance matter under its authority. The document outlines the procedural steps and expected oversight by city officials. Further details appear in the surrounding notices and agenda items.
Oxford Mississippi city ordinance outlines penalties and procedures for sewer maintenance. It details prohibitions on injuring sewers and garbage disposal, licensing for plumbers and drain layers, permit processes, required plans, inspections, and grease traps. The measure, signed by Mayor R. S. Adams, takes effect June 16 1902.
By decree of the Chancery Court of Lafayette County Mississippi on May 29 1902 I as Commissioner will on the first Monday and July 7 1902 sell at legal hours to the highest bidder for cash in front of the south door of the court house in Oxford Mississippi the southwest quarter of Section 26 Township 9 Range 3 west for division of proceeds among heirs in the case Louisa Ray et al vs I am Love Lady et al Witness my signature June 16 1902 B P Fray Commissioner Kiumons Kiumons Solrs for Complaints
Dyspepsia and stomach liver bowel troubles trigger calls for prompt use of Dr. King's New Life Pills. Gentle, guaranteed to cure. 2c at R. R. Chilton & Co's, drug store. Subscribe for The Eagle.
An advertisement touts Smiths Sure Kidney Cure for kidney and bladder troubles, piles, and women’s diseases. It claims 98 percent cure in observed cases and offers a positive guarantee with refunds if no cure, priced at 50 cents and 1.00, sold by A H Kendel.
An advertisement from T. OC. Harbauen of Ocasstown Ohio offers to purchase Confederate stamps envelopes and bonds. He invites sends samples and states he deals fairly and will consider any bank in the country ensuring items are clean and not worn.
Local craftsman J R Peacook offers repairs for shoes and harnesses with sew work as a specialty. All work guaranteed. Shop located on the North side of the square next to Matthews' Liver Stable.
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