11 Jun 1903
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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1903
Page
1
A chaotic collection of social and political snippets notes Evans ton girls preferring dice games over candy, while a broaderWashington postal scandal grows and references to Roosevelt, Miles, and imperial policy appear amid varied anecdotes. The piece blends light gossip with heavy national issues.
A visitor declares the South offers better living for the poor with more chances at independence. He argues wages may be higher in the North but living costs rise after crossing the Mason Dixon line, and southern land is affordable for home ownership as factories grow.
The piece argues that pursuing only favored tasks without apprenticeship leads to failure. It warns that untrained self direction breeds vagabondage in boys and laziness in girls, urging discovery of one’s natural bent and diligent work to gain efficiency and serve God and mankind.
The June term proceedings show allowances to county officials and vendors including J Harkins lumber 812.00 and F Cain lumber for bridge 1972, plus court costs, jail and lunacy expenses. A new election precinct is created at Shackelford’s Mill with polling and registration setup, and per diem allowances issued for jurors and officers. The district court grants a bankruptcy discharge hearing for T W Yates with notice to creditors set for June 22, 1903 in Oxford Mississippi.
Samuel N B Crawford announces his candidacy for the Northern District Rail Road Commissioner. He outlines aims to improve railroad accommodations, fair freight rates, and prompt train reporting while addressing convict labor policy and penitentiary management. He cites Senate service and experience in farming and merchandising and urges support to implement the legislature’s findings.
Judge W B Cowan cites a letter from Judge Charles B Thomas of Illinois announcing Democrats won 50 of 63 circuit judge seats after a hard fought campaign. The note suggests Illinois may align with Democrats in 1904 and expresses gratitude to God for the victory.
L P Sneed of Veperezza visited his parents Mr and Mrs Ken Sneed Monday. Grover Patton returns after a severe illness. Local youths enjoyed Children service at Midway Sunday. Alonzo Patton of Dallas visited his parents Friday. Miss Carrie Smith visits Sarepta relatives this week. S M Sneed visited friends in Oxford and Abbeville last week. Mrs Dock Patton has been ill but is convalescent.
A sale notice for Chamberlain's Pain Balm describes it as an antiseptic liniment that heals cuts bruises and burns without maturation much faster than ordinary treatment. Sold by R R Chilton & Co.
Fresh testimony proclaims Dr King s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds unequaled A Benterville Virginia resident claims bronchitis ended after using the remedy It is said to cure Lung and Throat troubles Consumption Pneumonia and Grip Guaranteed by A Kendroggist Trial bottles free regular sizes 50c and 1.00
The farmer need not seek patronage compete with neighbors or bend truth for a living. He avoids reliance on donations and can run his affairs in a businesslike way. He has more time for self improvement, fewer moral temptations, and a peaceful life under his grape vine and apple tree.
Throbbing headaches vanish for thousands of sufferers using Dr Kings New Life Pills. They claim to purify blood and strengthen health, priced 25 cents with a money back guarantee. Also Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets boost appetite and digestion sold by local druggists.
List of unclaimed letters remaining in the Oxford Mississippi post office for week ending June 6 1903. Entries include recipients such as Miss Mary Riley Miss Josie Carroll Miss Alis Fleming Miss Dailis Taylor and others with corresponding delivery numbers and dates advertised. P. M. Prerck requests callers provide letter number and advertisement date.
Mr G L Howards of 142 N Main Street Wichita Kansas reports using Herbine for ten years to regulate liver and bowels. The ad claims daily bowel movement and exposure of waste for health. Available at Oxford Pharmacy for 50 cents.
The Chicago Record Herald columnist Mme. Vui Vive offers natural beauty guidance for women. She urges non artificial methods, correct breathing, diet, and bathing to achieve health and vitality, inspiring many readers nationwide. A cold remedy ad follows for Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets, 25 cents.
Three large unfurnished rooms offered near the university. Apply at this office.
M. C. Falener of Oxford warns that Toby Thompson also known as Toby Strother is under contract and has left, and that any employer will be held responsible under the law. May 21, 1903.
Paone No 120 Turner and Ropen near the Depot offer daily ice delivery with round the clock service and fixed Sunday slots at 9 am and 5 pm. Customers are invited to place orders.
The New York Press credits newspapers with shaping a man’s fame and achievements, arguing that every great or famous enterprise gains meaning only through newspaper exposure. It asserts the press sustains a living wearer of the cloak, while posterity may forget.
An out of the way home leads to injury risk and self reliance. Bucklen's Arnica Salve offered at Kendal's drug store as a reliable remedy. Also notes a quip about finding a true friend and a testimonial praising Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets from Mrs. Sarah W. Curtis of Lee Massachusetts. Sold by R. R. Chilton & Co.
Decatur Alabama resident Mrs 8 H Newson suffered three years of stomach and bowel pain with dire outcomes. She found relief after using Electric Bitters, claiming immediate improvement and full recovery from liver stomach kidney and bowel troubles. The remedy costs 50 cents and is sold by A H Kendal druggist with a guarantee.
The quote asserts happiness and misery originate within the individual. St. Bernard emphasizes that nothing external harms us unless we allow it. suffering is carried by oneself and arises from personal fault, not external events.
An Oklahoma settler plagued by severe diarrhoea during a harsh 1889 race to claim land finds salvation after a neighbor offers Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. A single bottle relieves agony within minutes and a fortnight later he sleeps soundly. Sold by RB R. Chilton & Co.
A health notice promotes Herbine as a tonic laxative and restorative to boost appetite aid digestion regulate bowels and energize the liver during hot weather. Proponent H J Freegard of the Grand View Hotel Cheney Kansas endorses the remedy saying it has worked for 12 years and was recommended by Dr Newton of Newton Kansas. It is sold for 50 cents at Oxford Pharmacy.
Three kinds of advertisers are described with a Houston Post tone. All the time advertisers prosper in dull or good times and push steadily, unlike those who avoid ads. The ad promotes Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a reliable pleasant remedy, valuable for summer diarrhoea in children, sold by R. R Chilton & Co.
An advertisement touts Ballard's new liniment as penetrating to nerves and bones to cure rheumatic and sciatic pains. Mr D F Moore of the Illinois Central Railway in Milan Tennessee endorses Halford's Snow Liniment for rheumatism and backache. Available at Oxford Pharmacy in 25c, 1c, and $1.00 sizes.
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