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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1915
Page
4
An advertisement for Balsam of Myrrh claims it cures galled mouths of horses and assures buyers their money will be refunded if the remedy does not work. It urges readers to try the product and mentions Hasford’s as the dealer.
An unclear OCR passage references Warrenpess, Mulligan, and Warres-Pea with scenes of a gasoline fire under a porch and a prelude to a mining property transfer. It mentions an old mining form Amgrora and Wingfeld torte with a 54 000 ts tow production note amid disrupted text.
Readable lines show a dialogue between Kece and Mr Platt discussing disagreements in a marriage. The text hints at a settled domestic issue over years and mentions a planned asset dealing. The fragment lacks clear events or outcomes.
A derelict vessel Portemouth ironclad Portemoutt sold for 2562 dollars, ending a storied career. Once active in the Pacific and Mexican waters, the ship aided by Foote and Farragut in battles near Canton and Guaymas, later patrolled Mexico’s coast then Africa to deter slave traders. The government debated preserving her or gifting to Portsmouth, with bills to finance her final voyage failing in Congress.
A fragmentary report describes the Portamouth maneuvering near Fort Jackson when a shot struck the vessel, breaking its connection to the escort. The incident is noted in terse, action-focused terms with no further details.
The notice urges use of Grove’s Tasteless Chill Tonic as a malaria preventive and remedy. It presents the product as a trusted old remedy, urging readers to follow the system outlined and avoid malaria through its use.
A Hiram correspondent reports a humorous exchange about a speaker stuck on a bar and an irreverent auditor. The lines mock caution at sea with a propeller quip, drawing a chuckle from Itop and references the Cleveland Plain Dealer.
A concert scene features a friendly exchange where a young man compliments a singer and comments on her teeth. The neighbor laughs and reveals the singer as the performer’s daughter, while the dentist boasts he can imitate the work.
A fragmented report recalls a memorable prom night on campus. An unnamed speaker reflects on a dream about a beloved queen and a dance that left a lasting impression on the night.
A dramatic tale describes a towering rival boxer arriving at Cedar Flats to test a feared fighter. The challenger flees in fear as the local terror, a seven-killing expert, collapses after a brutal confrontation, revealing the era’s violence and bravado in frontier towns.
In historic practice crowns served as a quick money source and royal jewels stayed pawned for years. During George IV coronation the crown was pawned and rented for about 5000 dollars. A child recounts a tale of a baby and a pet visit to Attle John with a cat and a chicken. An old nickname ringed “Ringing island” recalls an Engiam game famous for more Sells than others.
An advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe alternative to calomel. It promises relief from biliousness and constipation, claiming the product cleanses the liver, ends headaches, and restores vigor by morning with a personal guarantee. It urges readers to ask their druggist about the remedy.
A collage of thoughts on thrift as a happiness guarantee, contrasting frugality with true well being. The piece argues happiness comes from avoiding envy fear and hatred, helping others, and renunciation. it ends with a humorous anecdote about a dog show and ribbons.
A fragmented tale unfolds in a justice of the peace court as a spinster, described as an outsider by appearance, faces a public drag of rumors. The courtroom scenes hint at staged nuptials and social scrutiny amid a backdrop of shattered reputations and whispered motives.
A taller figure asks for payment for a suit he made two years earlier while a poorer young man pushes back, questioning the value and framing the exchange as a cat and styia style dispute.
Fragmentary text with unclear news angle. no identifiable people, organizations, places, or events suitable for a concise newspaper card.
Fragmentary quotes reference moving pictures and a place with bands. The text suggests a journey to a location featuring films and live music, but lacks coherent context or specifics about people, dates, or events.
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