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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1901
Page
2
A summarized survey of disparate U.S. political rumors and opinions from a 1900s dispatch. It mentions Teddy Roosevelt near Orange, debates over state law errors, Ohio Democrats missing orders, and various political personalities and actions, including figures linked to New York and the Philippines. The piece blends conjecture, editorials, and brief notes on weather and public events.
An editorial urges Mississippi farmers to consider stock farming due to rising horse prices and a looming winter downturn for work stock. It highlights Gor section uplands as suitable pasture land with ample water and suggests reclaiming gullies for pasture and Bermudagrass to support profitable herds of domestic animals.
The article warns of another crop famine depleting pocketbooks in the South. It notes farmers who bought on credit face dire disaster if this year’s crop fails. It mentions uncertain cotton output and prices, potential bankruptcies, and urges resilience amidst hardship.
Misses Buford from Blythe and Miss Kate Chapman visit relatives and guests from Woodville and Sumner. Several outings include fishing trips with Toney Frierson and Shaw. Local youths attend croquet and singing events at Matt Quie and Cambridge. Various residents noted on visits, illnesses, and travels to Oxford Abbeville Nashville and Heber Springs.
A young counter jumper nicknamed Jim boasts of his schemes to marry wealthy women for money. He sits with friends near a store, bragging about a Yankee heiress worth fifty thousand and seeking two hundred thousand, while professing disdain for work and a high life from England to Oxford.
Friday in Oxford featured Rev Metts visiting for a 61 appointment in Texas for a few days and J A Crawford set to lecture next Sunday with Howe and Heaven. The hot day saw a shade reading of 16. Crowds gathered to hear Bee robbing, but left with a dollar in hand. County School Board to meet Monday July 22 1907 to discuss school locations.
A historic health notice touts Compound Oxygen as a long used treatment for heart and vein issues. It claims twenty five years of use and widespread physician approval with thousands treated and many doctors recommending it.
Jeff W. Balfour of More visits his father and sister for a few days. Maggie and Annie Mc Gowas of itybalm and Orr of Orrwood are guests of Mrs. Kate Genoa. Arnold and Harris depart for San Francisco and Wolfax California for the heated term. Birdie and Georgie Wilson refereed from New Albany last week. Mrs. Lacy Trotter is ill. her daughter Mrs. Shaw of Clarksdale stays with her. Annie L. Garrison returns to Jackson Tennessee after visiting relatives. Marvin Langley returns home from six months in the southern state. Madge Garrison resumes school near Come. Juliet Balfour returns from Aberdeen Sandsy. Mai Gilbert and Eldred Miller depart for Helena Arkansas to travel for a book concern. YVABSLEY.
An obscure ad-like text warns that a misnamed remedy called Danger Signci can cure a wide array of ailments. It asserts immediate, inexpensive relief and promotes other products like Prickly Ash Bitters and Grove’s Tasteless Ch.ines with dubious pricing and unattested effectiveness.
Trustees elect Flora McFarland to take charge of the school during the coming winter. Eula Wilds of Oxford visiting Miss Maude Woodward this week. Miss Donna Hickey hosted by relatives. Beulah Hill and Lecrette Prater guests of Mr. Thel Butlerone day last week. Mr. W B McParland returned home to spend vacation with his sisters.
A garbled notice lists sale items including farm equipment and bottles. It mentions A Kelly a known city resident and ER. B Chites as sellers with farmers and barns noted. The fragment references price and prompt application with a sale by HL Neadel.
Frank Newell a popular engineer visited his sisters Mesdames Keach and Maydeld last week. Several families traveled to relatives in Ft Smith Avc Batesville Oakland and Bluff City for extended visits. Mrs Dean Crouch improves after illness. Little Miss Minne Norfleet and Miss Fannie Sinceair are listed among local visitors and the community sick list.
A university official, Chancellor B. F. Fulion, addresses the university in an official missive. The release outlines administrative actions and policy directions affecting campus operations and governance.
In this community update residents report strong health and work progress while crops suffer from heat. The piece notes telephone use, church gatherings, visits from Wal ton residents, music at Mr P F Goelsby’s, a schoolhouse singing event, and plans for Memona Day at Cypress Creek Church. It closes with praise for The Eagle newspaper and a sign-off by Violet.
A fragmentary ad page lists remedies for yellow jaundice and stomach disorders, praising Electric Beters and a worm expeller. It includes Rev T DeWitt Talmage quotes and mentions Brom Quinine tablets for colds and fevers. The piece blends medical cures with promotional notes and sermon-like endorsements.
Mr Holt recently back from the Philippines shares thrilling experiences. Next Sunday Rev Hos t will start a large meeting at Pine Flat. attendees urged to attend and support the effort. Lee Thweatt and Eoe Das Kiva listed as sick. The piece also touts a patent remedy for digestion and general vitality amid references to a New Discovery for Consumption and Pneumonia.
Lev J J Gibson gave an unusual sermon at Yellow Leaf on Sunday. Bro Gib 205 plans meetings at the church on the second Sunday in August. Mrs Bettie Lovelady of South Yocona visits her parents Mr and Mrs J P Fudge. Beatrice Wilbanks is very sick with congestion. L H Sisk left today for an extended visit to relatives in Webster county. The advertisement mentions Dobertin s Stomach and Liver Tablets sold by EB P Chilton Co.
The piece extols the American hen, noting its early laying and constant work on the farm. It lauds the hen’s cackle and red comb, celebrating rural life and the farm economy with patriotic fervor throughout the summer season.
An account notes a Granite Falls decision where Dr Wintner shot a cheating gambler during a card game. The jury found the doctor not guilty of murder, ruling the act justified under the circumstances.
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