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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1918
Page
2
Washington reports the Treasury proposes a $250 million annual increase in war revenue from luxury items. A two-schedule plan would tax jewelry, autos, clothes, hats, fur, and more, with rates up to 30 percent and additional taxes on gas, soft drinks, motion pictures, and hotel stays. A dog head tax is among debated ideas.
A black horse mule about 15 hands, 12 to 14 years old, disappeared from Oxford Saturday evening around June 29, 1918. A liberal reward is offered for the mule's return or information. Contact C. A. Lock, Oxford, Mississippi, Route 2. Eeg:e July 11-18.
Cure claim for Hall's Catarrh Medicine by F J Cheaney & Co Toledo Ohio. Internal constitutional remedy said to act through the blood. One hundred dollars reward offered for any case it fails to cure. Sold by druggists. Also S.S. Family Pills for constipation advertised.
Washington July 13 Congress prepares to start summer vacation with the Senate voting to suspend business for three day recesses until August 24 starting Monday The House anticipated to follow upon reconvening Monday President Wilson approves the plan as Congress remains in session for emergencies Senator Johnson objects but the majority prevails A modified plan allows resumption of regular business if a quorum exists before August 24
An advertisement promotes McGees Baby Elixir to ease feverish heat and bowel disorders in infants. It claims to reduce fever, correct stomach issues, and stop diarrhea. Bottles priced at 25 and 50 cents, sold by A H Kendel.
Summer heat raises lice and mite problems in poultry. Clean coops and nest boxes, spray with disinfectant, and dust birds with lice powder or homemade remedies. Use kerosene and sulfur ointment carefully on chicks, avoid under wings, and consult county agents for free Extension Poultry guidance from Mississippi Agricultural College.
Advertisement touts BALLARD'S SNOW as the remedy for back strain and painful stitches from hard work. It promises quick relief through its penetrating power and lists prices 25c 50c and 1.00 per bottle sold by A. EL Kendel.
Washington July 13 Army casualty list reports three Mississippi soldiers wounded in France. Wounded severely are Corporal John Matthews of Utica Private Richard Denton of Houlka and Leon Robertson of Black Hawk.
Amsterdam reports Field Marshal Von Hindenburg is dead after a stormy interview with the German Emperor at Spa. The death is attributed to brain congestion following serious disagreements over the German offensive toward Paris.
The Mississippi A and M College will host a one week Tractioneering short course in farm traction engines from July 29 to August 3. Led by E R Grose, the program limits to fifty farmers with eighteen hours of lectures and five hours daily of practical work in gas engines and tractors. No fee. board and room on campus available at seventy five cents daily.
Public notice states the University bridge will be closed for ten weeks or more starting Friday morning May 12 for the construction of a new bridge. Traffic will divert via James Stone rascience and James Stone route, per Supt Bridges of the Central Railroad.
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