13 Jul 1911
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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1911
Page
1
The text describes sewing with dimity fabric for protective garments. Instructions cover cutting a center notch, feather stitching raw edges, and shaping a plate for a sip. It mentions using two widths of dimity and a square piece, with a focus on handcraft techniques.
A fragment discusses a velvet blouse and a velvet stick badge. It mentions avoiding tanning effects on a coat while noting fashion constraints and potential guidance on attire.
A cautious plan suggests exercising the chamois glove policy if the team stands any chance of success. Officials indicate flexibility in approach depending on forthcoming tests and opponents.
The article notes tapestry blue paper and self striped pagers as popular wall coverings in contemporary homes, with terra cotta and Indian red fading from favor. It recommends a white frieze and color band to balance rooms and suggests white renewals help keep bedrooms fresh.
A brief note explains making satin with fine fannelette to lower cost and improve rich appearance. It advises using very thin braid to prevent creasing and enhance drape.
Fashion notes describe lace and sequin details on gowns, mourning accessories like tete de negre hats, and Sik suits in military style. Gowns feature touches of face veils or chemisette, while Suk outfits show striped collars and cuffs, buttons, and peplumed jackets. Sheer fabrics such as voile and marquisette appear in unlined Eton jackets trimmed with braid and satin.
Lace designs surge this summer with heavy raised net patterns in both machine and handwork. Fashion columns note broad adoption in big shops, revived classic laces, and new patterns enhancing gowns and coats with intricate meshes and French lace accents.
A fragment suggests improvements in soap color resembling groves and notes that the aditness soca wears off, indicating a temporary effect on appearance or sensation.
The article reports on Germany pressuring over Agadir and a possible alliance with France with Britain’s support. It notes France denying secret treaties and describes Morocco as stable under a sultan with rich mineral wealth and ongoing civil conflicts.
Lieut Conovan and Annre Beau mont led a field of about 50 aeroplanists at Vincennes on June 18. Conovan, already winner of the Paris to Rome contest, adds glory to the French navy as Garros placed second and Cunnean finished among the finalists.
Washington, D. C. investigators probe how former Secretary of State John W. Foster obtained a $288 payment from the Chinese government to the heirs of General Henry G. Wart for military services to China about forty years ago.
New York financier Edward L. Harper who aimed to corner the Chicago market in TS87 suffered a $6,000,000 loss over two miles and wrecked Die Fut ity bank of Cincinnati. He was sentenced to 10 years in the Ohio penitentiary. He has no income and his shirt studs and cuff buttons are pawned.
A St. Louis report notes a resolution urging national and state banks to be allowed to issue real estate loans as drafted by the state and national examiners of the Eighth National District gathered for their first annual conference in St. Louis.
Charles Schult of Oklahoma City died instantly at Phillips after a guy rope gave way. The accident occurred during gear setup at the coal gate site in Gascon Fall Oklahoma. Authorities are investigating the fatal fall and noting the immediate death on site.
Reported incident in Brooklyn’s Cypress Hills where a group of boys and girls assaulted a fellow student after an argument. Details show the assault occurred near a playground, with witnesses describing the attack and police notified.
A report from Animal Keeper Bean notes six parrots in the Washington Park aviary are suffering from spinal meningitis. The case highlights a potential outbreak and calls for veterinary attention.
Article reports Mrs Angelina Sapo sentenced to death for the murder of her husband, Saint Ste. Marte, with prominent local women commenting on the case and its implications amid ongoing legal proceedings.
War experts focus on the Maine battleship keel as delays slow inspection progress. Officials note likely additional time before a full examination can proceed.
Chicago reports rising counts of deaths and injuries during the Fourth of July celebration. By midnight many states tally 44 killed and 2485 injured nationwide, with Chicago recording several fatalities and multiple gunshot or accident related deaths. The city sees reduced casualties compared with previous years as officials expect lower overall death totals when final figures are published.
The report lists corn condition at F246 percent, down from S12 percent last year, with winter wheat at 73.3 percent vs 25 percent in June and spring wheat at 745 per cone Janet. Overall wheat crop possibilities near 0.00, hay condition at 604 percent, the lowest on record and far below last year.
Paris reports secret proposals to send French warships to a foreign port with possible destinations including Agadir Moroucen or nearby waters, as European tensions rise with Germany. The French minister of marine is M. Theappelis Det casse, unpopular with Germans, amid a Mornevan crisis and 1996 political shifts.
In front of hundreds of spectators George Nelson aged 32 was killed instantly when his motorcycle left an incline track at a Chicago area amusement park. Nelson suffered a broken neck and died in the accident.
The body of Gen Clement A. Evans former commander of the United Confederate Veterans was laid to rest in Oakland Cemetery Atlanta. The legislature adjourned out of respect for the Confederate officer.
Civil War veteran BL A 5S Smith passed away at his residence. He served in three campaigns. The deceased was a resident and assessor in Western Virginia.
Weather cooled from record heat as general rains swept through grain regions. Wheat prospects brighten in North Dakota and elsewhere, while corn damage persists in Missouri Kansas and the southwest. Moisture shortages limit gains and oats and rye face mixed reports as threshing continues. Pine Bluff announces high quality water source.
Historic heat wave causes hundreds of deaths and prostrations from Chicago to New York and beyond. Chicago reports nineteen heat deaths with record highs. Cleveland and Pittsburgh record near 100 degrees, while Philadelphia and Louisville note multiple fatalities and high humidity during the July heat spell.
In Manchester Kentucky a young lawyer John Br. Boering of London Kentucky died from a knife wound near the heart after a quarrel with former County Judge Dr. White. The fight grew from Boering's lawsuit against D. W. and J. E. White over land for Timmons Harmount of the Harmount company in Chillicothe Ohio. Boering was the son of the late Congressman Vincent Boering. Governor Noel entered political clash in Greenwood Mississippi denouncing former Gov. Vardaman and defending the caucus that chose Senator Percy. Hadley to Meet Old Settlers in Montgomery City Missouri. Governor Hadley would accept invitation to speak at the August 5 reunion.
St. Louis resident George Barphel, 23, was shot in Marshfield after Constable Jones Hensley tried to arrest him for vagrancy. Barphel was hit twice, once in the leg and once in the left side. Judge W J Jackson Dead in Fulton
Danville magnate H Giddings aged years old dies in a Chicago hospital from kidney cancer. His wife also died from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
James R. Douglass of Frankford Missouri, 56, died suddenly less than an hour after watching the fireworks. He was among the community’s wealthiest and most respected residents.
Chicago report notes Dr Haldine Cleminson starting a term amid a high profile murder case involving his wife. The article outlines the ongoing trial's prominence and local interest.
The incident occurred on a westbound Illinois Central train as Theo G Bilbo a lieutenant governor candidate was en route to Star City after a speech in Bus Mountain. J J Henry former state penitentiary warden struck Bilbo with a pistol butt and Bilbo sustained head and facial injuries while several passengers witnessed the confrontation.
State board of health reports growing demand for sanitary literature as doctors and officials request materials. Dr. W. S. Leathers praises public interest, noting an awakening to contagious disease prevention. Debt agents report strong community turnout during visits, keeping sanitation in the foreground amid political focus.
The Nashville report covers the line's operation in Mississippi for the nine months ending March 31, 1910, showing a gain in revenue. Total revenue in the state rose to a figure around $7,000, with earnings reaching $25,585.47 for the prior year, while noted gains of $21,547.05 in four months and rising operating expenses accompany the report.
Governor hires F. A Camp of Hattiesburg to attend the July 24 conference in Chicago to promote the back to the farm movement along the pine belt.
The governor appointed Lieut. E. M. Coffey retired from I. A. to fill the vacancy on Cal. Wants to go higher. Coffey becomes chief of the subsistence department for the Mississippi National Guard with the rank of major.
Hemphill admitted shooting Charles Watlin, a Meadville plant er in Franklin county. He turned himself to Sheriff Jones and was moved to Adams county jail for safekeeping amid threats from Mullin relatives.
Fragmented text from the Galveston News mentions a man who fell, a Crown study with a peony offer, and a dialogue about money with Edith calling someone a spendthrift. Scattered items reference Paterts, Fusgeraid, Ua Bea BK Washington, and banal phrases.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes a planned morning picnic was disrupted by rain. A young boy, who prayed for good weather, sees dawn reveal wet conditions. That evening he asks his mother where prayers lead and expresses a desire to find a place to worship.
A couple sits in a dim parlor as the hour grows late. She frets about burglars after a noise outside, while he jokes about night falling and day breaking, then makes a hasty exit.
A brief exchange uses playful language about love and a value of ten paired with a coin or token Feek, suggesting a lighthearted, flirtatious moment without further context or details.
A widow from Welden Alabama reports long stomach trouble and headaches ending after she tried Grape-Nuts. She describes rapid weight gain, renewed strength, and no return of symptoms after four months of eating Grape-Nuts, saying it saved her life.
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