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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1904
Page
2
The Oxford Eagle notes debate over a dead issue at the national convention and questions the duration of a dream as scientists discuss it. It comments on Mr. Bryan and the vice presidency duties during campaigns and a proposed VP candidate sacrifice involving Hitt.
A collage of opinions cites Judge A B Parker and civic notes while reporting 40 000 loaves captured in Japan. It ridicules Russian losses and questions St Louis Boniface funding, editorial firepower, Gen Funston swimming, and Bacon authorship with a census claim of 1 000 000 miles of wire to explain wire pulling in politics.
Palma states Cuba can govern itself but will not do so while he is alive. He notes Russia claims 600 executions since the war began and comments on Japanese actions against Russians. The Cuban Congress barely formed a quorum in six weeks, while some doubt Cuban self government. The dowager empress Tsi Ann of China has not been heard from, raising concerns she may have died.
A printery column notes the Owensville Indiana public school principal whipped 31 boys in one day and jokes the act merits a hero’s medal. The piece shifts to critiques of authorities and absurdities in politics and business while lampooning various leaders.
The fragment hints at a tense attitude from the Fili group with a noted lack of gratitude. It suggests internal discord or resistance to expectations, characters unnamed, and no clear event or outcome described in readable text.
A claim states Dr Leonard Wood insists on giving medicines to people who are not ill. The remark questions medical ethics and patient consent in treatment practices.
The University of Mississippi held its annual commencement with a Sunday sermon by Rev. T. D. Rice of Atlanta and a strong program. Medals were awarded in Sophomore and Senior contests, and honors were announced for degrees in Law Arts Science and Engineering. Distinguished alumni and trustees attended as speakers and participants at ceremonies in the Opera House and Commencement Hall.
Round trip coach excursion tickets to the St. Louis World's Fair priced at nine dollars and five cents. Tickets sold on June 9 14 16 21 23 28 and 30 with ten day validity and no stop over privileges. Apply to A W Mircuen agent Oxford Mississippi.
An editorial note on how society discusses others actions and traits. It argues that talk, whether praising virtue or criticizing vice, shapes conduct and keeps people on honest paths. It urges timely home advertising and duty to maker and man to guide public perception.
Mrs 5 H Newson of Decatur Alabama endured three years of unbearable indigestion stomach and bowel pain with death seemed near. Doctors failed until Electric Bitters was tried resulting in a miraculous improvement and complete recovery. The tonic is praised for liver kidney and stomach issues and offered at 50 cents by A H Kendel druggist.
A retrospective on local schooling from Splinter Creek, detailing early term schooling 1851 to 1855, teachers, methods, and travel to classes. The author reflects on progress from single wartime schools to annual sessions, noting varied teacher quality and community effort toward education.
Ongoing rain brings overflow concerns in the area with Gen Green possibly rising in command if it persists. Obituaries note the funerals of Mrs Maude Sluggin of Bay Springs at Hopewell cemetery and Mrs Cora Waite wife of Dr H D Waite laid to rest in Liberty Hill cemetery. Also listed are Mrs Gean buried at Midway Church and local relatives visiting family, with several community members visiting relatives and returning for services.
Paducah Kentucky druggists Lang Bros Draggist claim Dr Mendenhall's Chill and Fever Cure outsell all rivals with over 700 bottles sold in one season. They note physicians prescribe it and former users never switch.
An advertisement touts Dr. Mendenhall's Chill and Fever Cure as the best remedy for malaria chills and fever, recommended as a general tonic in place of quinine. It promises satisfaction and a money-back option through J. C. Mendenhall, president of Indiana.
Rain brings work and grass prospects as crops look good despite overflows. Local gardens and poultry yards thrive. Youth attended a Yellow Leaf singing. Will Newell is ill. Squirrel hunting grows. Steve Callaway lost a fine milk cow. Mt Zion Church to host all day song service. EAGLE staff invited. An advertised Doctor Cheney catarrh cure claims constitutional efficacy with a money back offer. tablets for digestion sold nationwide.
Abteville residents record a string of visits and stays as Alex Houston spent days in town Mrs Clara Trotter Shaw of Memphis returned home with Miss Mattie A Gallegley Etta Gallegley remains on the sick list Katie Gallegley visited friends in Mighty East Mell Coffy Woodward left for Memphis after weeks with relatives in Oxford Mary Davis visits her son in Memphis Fannie of Jackson Tenn returned home after days with relatives Charlie Strickland of the Delta guests of Rev G W Strickland Martha Rushing traveled to Memphis then to New Albany Nannie Tyer Cole after
Spending several weeks with her parents, she returned to her home in Pike City Thursday. Mrs. Vina Johnson of New Albany is visiting her mother, Mrs. Coffee. Miss Mattie Maude Garrison is visiting relatives in Jackson, Tennessee.
Advertises Dr King’s New Life Pills as a cure for sick and nervous headaches. Claims to purify blood and improve health with a 25 cent money back guarantee if not cured. Sold by A H Kende druggist.
Morris Jones and Miss Alma Jones were married at the bride’s mother’s home Tuesday evening at 8:30. Rev. W D Heddleston officiated. Morris is a prominent Estill businessman and Alma a cultured Oxford lady. The Eagle sends best wishes.
Rain has fallen for crop benefit in this vicinity. Dr. Webster and family of Weatherford Texas visited Mrs. Webster’s parents Mr and Mrs J T Lynch for ten days. Young people from Delay visited Paris Sunday. A Sunday school institute at Tula on the fifth Saturday and Sunday drew a large crowd and fine program. A severe wind storm Friday afternoon caused damage to local farmers. Success to The Hag le.
Fresh testimonials claim Dr Kings New Discovery cures bronchitis after years of doctoring. J McFarland of Benterville Va says three years of bronchitis ended after using the remedy. It is advertised as effective for lung and throat troubles including consumption pneumonia and grip with trial bottles offered.
Mrs Cora Waite wife of Dr H C Waite died Thursday night at her mother's home Mrs M M Brown. She was greatly beloved and leaves a devoted husband one son mother and four sisters. After rain farmers hustle to keep out of the grass. Local residents note visits and family gatherings over the weekend.
A local report notes the First Regiment Band traveled to Winona on Thursday to perform at the Confederate Memorial services held there Friday. The piece also advertises Barns, Cuts, Wounds, Ulcers treated by Arnica Salve at A. H. Kendel’s drug store for 25 cents.
Weekly list of unclaimed mail matter left at Oxford Mississippi Post Office for the week ending June 4 1904. Names include Crowns John Moore Dolly Smith Andrew Price L W Reed Vinie Ann Ivy Fonzo Love Luler Low Mary Longstreet Miss Mary Reynolds Mollie Singletary Mollie Banks Will and more. callers must state letter number and advertisement date.
The Iron Mountain Route offers Home Seekers tickets to Texas Indian and Oklahoma Territory and parts of Arkansas New Mexico and Louisiana at one fare plus $2.00. Tickets valid 21 days from sale with 15 days allowed for stopovers. Contact H. D. Wilson J. P. Pannill A U P A T P A at 14 Main Street Memphis Tenn for full information and voting on rates.
Confederate Veterans Camp No 752 U C V met April 23 with minutes read and adopted. Officers were reelected. a memorial fund for Gen J B Gordon will accept contributions at Comrade J L Shinault. A basket dinner on July 15 at University grounds was planned. committees for arrangements were named. The camp adjourned to meet first Saturday in June.
Mobile & Ohio railroad offers excursion tickets to St Louis every Tuesday and Thursday in June with fares under half the regular price. Return limits are liberal. Tickets available through M O R R agents for details.
The University of Mississippi baseball team defeated Memphis University 10 to 2 in the first game and 10 to 3 in the second, played Monday and Tuesday afternoons.
Tickets for the World’s Fair in St Louis are available at reduced prices. For details contact any Mobile and Ohio railroad agent.
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