20 Jul 1911
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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1911
Page
1
Readers find a wide range of luncheon baskets and picnic baskets fully equipped with cups knives spoons and serviettes. Vendors offer special outfits including salt boxes and stove kits to ease packing and enhance comfort for outings to parks and woods.
A dainty petticoat pattern shows satin or ram lawn fabric with a low neck outlined by lace and edged beading. It features barrow insertion down to the founce, a flounce and tied ribbon at the front, with specified materials quantities for trim and fabric.
The prevailing fashion features peasant bodices with vertical tacks or pleats on the shoulders to add fullness. Sailor collars in contrasting materials are common, with belts and matching cuffs. Skirts may have contrasting bands at the hem, with a knee-deep splash of shade finishing the skirt, and yokes of embroidery or lace appear on some linen or percale frocks. Silk dresses follow similar treatment with self or contrast yokes.
A distinct monogram embroidery pattern is shown for marking house linen and lingerie. The design can be worked on any article needing a clear, decorative initial.
Dr Salliven, a veteran pastor in the Metheatuet ministry of Mississippi and leader in the North Mississippi Conference, died at Millsaps College campus after a brief illness. He was about FS years old and had recently attended a devinity school session before contracting heart disease.
The State Board of Election Commissioners plans appointments to ensure each senatorial candidate gains representation on county election boards. The move aims to correct past imbalances by aligning precinct managers with the three candidates for the United States Senate post in the upcoming primary.
Jackson notes the state heart of health focuses on typhoid prevention. Health officers report improved family sanitation, preventive measures, and public awareness across Mississippi, with emphasis on education and preventive care to curb illness.
The passage advises using a shoe tree as a makeshift darning egg for badly torn stockings. If patches are needed instead of darning, a patch should be set more easily and properly with this method.
The article advises using pure soap and thorough drying after washing hands. It highlights glycerine soaps for dry or varied skin, recommends trial to test softness, and suggests regular cuticle pushing and generous lotion use. It also notes keeping a ready bottle for workers exposed to different solutions.
A woman with ordinary skill fashions green leather items into practical accessories. She creates a skin of emerald leather cases and a scissors case, sewing edges with chamois skin and embossing initials.
To Line Satin advises sewing a cheap satin lining with very thin flannelette to achieve a richer appearance and prevent wrinkling or slipping, enhancing drape and softness in finished garments.
The Mississippi Mercantile Company of New Hebree is declared bankrupt in a federal petition. The case follows ensuing government outreach to Delta farmers, with tours planned across Yazoo Delta to promote modern farming methods and cotton and corn improvements.
T. C. Plus kett, agent of the cotton culture department of the Southern Railway, reports a bug found in cotton fields locally has caused excitement among farmers but is not the Mexican boll weevil. He identifies it as the sunflower weevil and says it has never attacked cotton.
A man named Irvin Rushing killed three people, including his father Rev. P Rushings and his son Elisha Cockroft, after a dispute in town. The incident sparked strong public anger as townspeople condemn the family violence and seek justice.
Report notes cotton plants growing rapidly and fruiting heavily across central and southern states. Weevils are more numerous in Louisiana Minnesota and Arkansas but overall damage is limited. Early maize and Texas rainfall boosted recovery and helped preservation of yields across many counties.
A report describes a tragedy on a river where a man Frank Ducervelle and his two children Thomas and Mary died after being swept away by current. The drowning occurred as the family attempted to swim or cross the river bank, with witnesses noting the mother cried out and adults struggled to save the children before all perished.
The United States reported exports over two billion as supplies and trade figures show a shift in the balance of payments. Analysts note a long-term trend toward a stronger dollar while the trade balance edges toward improvement in specific sectors amid mounting concerns.
Armour argues for reciprocity with Canada and broad treaty engagement. He predicts improved farm conditions and stronger grain and meat commerce, noting European demand for American grains and meats this year. He cites concerns over England and Germany and the broader economic impact on farmers.
Mrs Sarak Gabbett known as the cross of homer of the Confederate federacy died at her home Sunday at age 78. She formerly lived in Savannah and was active in church work. She received a large gold cross of honor years ago from the Confederacy for valor. Heart disease caused the death of Wm. McCarthy, 40, who weighed 495 pounds at his death after rapid weight gain.
A report from an Oklahoma area notes a person suddenly became blind and collapsed while picking wild berries. Emergency responders arrived after an hour or more, but the incident details remain limited in the available text.
In Washington protests mount as the House delays action on Attorney General Wickersham's recommendation to oust Dr. Barney Wiley, a noted pure food expert, amid allegations of bias and political pressure. The investigation targets the Department of Agriculture and other officials, with claims of improper expenditures, telegrams, and favors tied to railroad fare.
The case centers on the late Duke Roses of Sagan with the receiver handling estate transfers. Creditors await a clean balance as the daughter inherits the family line under current arrangements.
Joe Bailey may resign amid tensions with Democratic colleagues over finance policy. Senator Raley of Texas weighs requesting a temporary leave from the finance committee. An American aviator died when a biplane crashed onto him during a flight. Evelyn Arthur Lee, founder of the Absolute Life cult, is free on bail of 5000 dollars while appealing for a new trial. Angelina Neapolitans in Sault Ste Marie is spared gallows after cabinet clemency recommendation.
Montgomery report cites Capt. J. C. Cheney chief clerk in agriculture stating boll weevils have invaded three or four counties in Alabama. Officials warn growers to watch fields for infestations and apply control measures promptly.
Fire rages from Pereguse Lake to South Porcupine destroying camps, homes, and mines. Dozens are killed and many injured as residents flee by land and water, with emergency crews struggling to contain the blaze and rescue survivors.
Police report a bomb fragment investigation referencing a failed blast that could have endangered a city block. Separate items note a banking controversy over state bank admission to the national system and rising ice prices causing shortages on the East Side amid rioting and angry crowds demanding ice.
A New York, New Haven & Hartford railroad wreck on a bridge in Bridgeport, Connecticut leaves two dead and many injured. A through line from Washington to New Haven toppled the engine and baggage car, with passengers mostly suffering broken bones and shock as rescuers evacuated the scene.
Protests organized through congressmen condemned raids at Pensacola and New Haven. The navy department stuck to Secretary Meyer’s plan, rejecting earlier moves to cut what officials called unnecessary saval measures. Reports from the two yards describe labor conditions amid the dispute.
A report suggests Britain may modify the alliance treaty with Japan to allow mutual aid only if Japan and the United States or Britain are not at war with any of their allies. Japan is said to have agreed, reflecting confidence that no conflict would involve either nation.
In Washington a proposal to tax dowries in international marriages provoked strong reactions. Representative Rabe of Alabama urged stopping the silencers while defending "dollar diplomacy" on marriage economics, and Representative Beary of Texas pressed back with sharp questions as the debate intensified.
Professor Edward W. Pickering of the Harvard Observatory reports a photograph of the spectrum of Comet Kaew obtained at Harvard with the Draper telescope. The spectrum shows bands 3853 and 6737, approximately equal in intensity. Pittsburgh riots over park sleeping crackdown amid historic heat and coal shortage prompt police actions and public criticism of fines.
In Shreveport Louisiana two African American women were removed from a train berth at the union depot after white passengers objected. A white passenger demanded their removal claiming they were traveling to his daughter’s home. Police were appealed to by the protesting passengers.
In a prohibition violation case a colored defendant faces questions about beverages kept in an ice bar at his place. Witness Jim Jones testifies no prohibited drinks were present and asserts he was in the bar all morning. On cross examination he admits entering times and is eventually excused by consent after a tense exchange.
A garbled passage from Lippincott's Magazine presents a short, absent minded dialogue among children. The text features a five year old Harold, his older sister Ethel, and a curious exchange about affection and behavior in a playful domestic scene.
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