Federal Court adjourns after seven days of session
The federal court closed after seven days with no Monday action beyond records checked. Grand Jury returned eight true bills before adjourning Saturday. The United States vs W K Herrin charged with peonage. sentence held for next term. Gilmer and wife pleaded guilty to mail fraud. Gilmer's sentence altered to six months in jail. Mrs. Gilmer fined. Minor civil actions included railroad-related fatalities and a $7,000 verdict for Durwood Higginbottom’s death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
W. K. Herrin
Tunica County
Ecourt
J.C. Gilmer
Burgess
Gilmer
Chicago
St. Louis
Atlanta
Niles
Oxford
J. M. Higginbottom
Ulinois Central Railroad
Durwood Higginbottom
Water Valley
Messrs. Falkner & Russell and
Sullivan & Slough
Moses
Jus
Stone #& Son
Railroad
Judge Henry Niles Praised for Firm Yet Merciful Court Work
The article lauds Judge Henry Niles for capable, businesslike administration and a Grand Jury charge seen as a compelling call to upright living. It notes his firm belief in certain punishment while remaining merciful and urges more such judges in the justice system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Niles
Grand Jury
Henry €. Niles
For Sale Notice at Mrs M A Domes Residence
For sale. The residence of Mrs. M. A. Domes on University Street. For details and bids apply to W. D. Porter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra. M. B. Domes
University Street
Tievines
W. D. Porter
Yellow Journalism and Its Harm to Newspapers
The piece condemns yellow journalism as sensational but untruthful reporting driven by profits. It argues such papers influence smaller outlets, corrodes public trust, and pollutes the news ecosystem while praising clean journalism as a key educational force for society.
County Roads Drive LaFayette's Development Push
The LaFayette County Board of Supervisors is praised for an up to date approach to county improvements. The piece argues for better roads, bridges and levees to boost land value and progress, urging bonds or taxes to fund year round solid roads and urging cooperation among taxpayers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LaFayette
Board of Supervisors
Howey
Iael
Mississippi
Delta
Clarence Lee Smey Jr and a Lament for a Little One
A heartfelt obituary for Clarence Lee Smey Jr born November 6, a brave ill child who died after a brief illness. The piece reflects on heaven, family grief, and the lasting impact of a short life, praising his noble mission and the love he inspired. Also mentions a testimonial for Champlain Chamberlain stomach and liver tablets with a price and sample note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heaven
Earth
Kingdom of Heaven
Clarence
Darling Child
Proceedings of the Board of Supervisors 1900s
The Board of Supervisors convened with full attendance and approved numerous items. Items include allowances for paupers and prisoners, road maintenance and bridge work, appointment of road overseers, bids for bridges, and tax and clerk expenses, with adjournment set for July.
East Candidate for Congress Proclaimed in County Notice
Announcement urges support for Hon. W. J. East citizen of Tate County and two term legislator. He is a State University graduate and would be a faithful representative if elected. Also notes June 19 21 events including Bethel Church singing and Nashville Board of Trade visit to Oxford. Funeral for Clarence Lee Sivley held at St. Peter's Church with Rector C D Brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Himaels
Congress
Pearson
Sardis
W. J. East
East
Tate County
State University
Bethel Church
Oxford
Floyd
Tula
Johnson
Yellow Leaf
Stephens
Mt. Zion
Bem Price
Clarence Lee
C. L. Sivley
C. D. Brown
St. Peter's Church
Sealed bids sought for multiple bridge and levee projects
Public notice announces sealed bids due at noon on July 7 for two bridges over the Tallahatchie near Dunnivant Ferry an air creek crossing on road 34 Oxford and New Albany road a bridge over Hurricane Creek at Moss’s Mill and 1500 cubic yards of levee across Creek bottom on the Oxford and Rocky Ford road plus a bid for supplying county records blank books and stationery. Bids to be opened to the lowest and best, with bonds and securities required. The notice is signed by W. M. Woodwarp Clerk Oxford Miss June 1905.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pheones
Vick
Oxford Bagte
Paldie
Calvin Carothers
Morrison & Pierpont
Gallegly
Val ¥Tres
Lewis & McKew
Mee
Joanty
Bramiett & Son
Nevdicine
Prin Oners
Bramiett
Beal
Ramey & Kros
Panty Aetna Cuert House
RC Cartec
Sgierk
Hleen
Perry Bridge
Jame Ty JR Howell
Ielbne Price
I. M Brommett
MM Knight
Puablie Row
Massey & Luggioe
Nas Harrison Pauper
George Bradshaw
C Parks
Chickasaw
Ommou
Jackmon Anergy Yung
Mary Price
Causeway
D Hodge
Ed Foust
Jasper McGloon
Bishop & Stall
Will Lima
Tallahatchbie
J. H. Welch
Board of Pension Commissioners
J. M. Gilmer
I.V. Billingsly
D. Murchison
Scroys
W. A. Moore
Chapte
J. W. Murchison
J. W. Crowell
Ebinshaw
Will Franklin
Tr. C. Crosley
Slough's Lane
Oxford and
New Albany
Hurricane Creek
Moss’ Mill
Wyatt Road
Tallahatchie River
Dunnivant Ferry
Rocky Ford
Joe Anderson
Soard
J. F Pennington
J. G. Woolverton
LaFayette County
Anne
C. C. Stephens
HL. Davis
J.B. Bandren
N. Ucation
H.T. Smithh
City of
Oxford
H. JT. Smith
Air Creek
Slough’s Lane
Moss’s Mill
Rocky Ford Road
W. M. Woopwagp
Clark
Oxford, Miss
Jamesih
Accord- Beard
Hicks Toearnet Se
W. M. Woodwarp
Miss
Local Advertisements and Remedies From Oxford
S. S. Webster Agent in Oxford advertises Singer Sewing Machine Wheeler Wilson Machines with prices and easy terms. Leavell offers a home near the university. Ballard's Slow Liniment advertised for rheumatism pains swelling and stiffness with prices. sold by A. H. Hendel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Singer
Wheeler & Wilson
Tula Hardwood Lumber Company Incorporation Details
Mississippi Lafayette County and Kentucky McCracken County records reveal J T Hagan H C Howser and C L Faust as incorporators for the Tula Hardwood Lumber Company. Capital stock 7000 dollars with 100 dollars per share and twenty year existence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tuc
J.T. Hagan
Tula
Mississippi
H.C. Howser
Lafayette
Tennessee
C.l. Faust
L’aducah
Kentucky
J. Haust
Paducah
Lafayette County
Tela
Colan
T. Hagan
L. Faust
J. I. Faust
State of Mississippi
County of
Gader
B.C. Howser
C. L. Faust
Tula Mardhwood Lumber Company
Roos
M. Woopwagp
State of Kentucky
Tula Hardwood Lumber Company
Royal Arch Chapter Ness Vests Property in Oxford Sale
A Mississippi chancery sale notices a July 6 1908 schedule for the Royal Arch Chapter Ness v. The Knights of Honor No 1063 ex al 578. The commissioner will auction three rooms on the second floor of a building on Oxford’s public square lot 1 block E and adjacent spaces with access rights and ownership transfer after confirmation. Witness W M Woopwakp signs as commissioner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Arch
Ness
F. A
Lonor
Chancery Court of
Larapette
State of Mississippi
Wall
South Sear
Court House
Oxford
Mississippi
Pete Square
Ooxford
Fayette County
Oty-One
Igus
W. M. Woopwakp
Farewer & Bosses
TGH & Thomison
Milk Pack For Infants Sold By Rendel
An item for infant care is offered by A. H. Rendel. It is described as nourishing and part of a viable cream vermifex product priced at 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. H. Rendel
Preaching and Children’s Day at Cypress Creek Sunday
Community notices report preaching and a Children’s Day event planned at Cypress Creek on Sunday June 23. Local farmer conditions are strained by heavy rain. Mr J M Stone made a business trip to Oxford this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberty Hill
J. M. Stone
Oxford
Cypress Creek
Unclear Names and Notices Listed in Local Call for Advertised Items
Fragmentary OCR shows a list of names with titles such as Mrs Miss Miss Ada and Johnson and Kilgore, with scattered numbers and references to calling for the above and date advertised, signed by M. Howny P. M.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oxford
Mise
Pont-Onece
Davis
Lizzle
Crier
Arcelia
Jones
Mary
Miss Necy
Johnson
Mise Henrietta
Kilgore
Tennessee
Morgan
Bouily
Malone
Sallie
el Rivers
E. F
Shaw
Jace Thompavs
Dealin
Ada
William
Josie
M. Howny
Archaic Arnica Salve Claims and Cure-All Testing
A fragment discusses widespread use of Arnica salve as a supposed cure for various ailments. It cites claims of long term cures and endorsements by individuals, mentioning use in homes, stores, and by druggists. A 20 year tenure is referenced alongside a testimonial about healing sores, boils, and cuts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
C Chamberlain
Des Moines
el Paso
Texas
Ennis Bros
Litas
Uramuerialu
Souciles
Arnica
WouleVer
J Latesy S
West Sures
A. H. Drug
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A Thompson
Wilmer Kennedy
POL Congress
Thie
Thomas Spight
Sete
Hugh K. Matson
Slotly Springs
Senatobia
Leland L. Pearson
Sardia
Federal Court
Leland L
Sus Place
Pine Trove
Free Springs
Gomez
Wyatt
Gilbert
Henry C. Niles
Yellow Journalism
Clarence Lee Smey, Jr
Prep Srd June Lots
Chamberlain
the Board of Supervisors
LN 1Owa
Cassie Collier
Collier
J Wyatt
Nashville Board of Trade
L. E. Olp
S. S. Webster
Eest
Tonte’ Versity
Ini
P. 5
Leavell
Ballard
A. H. Eendei
Death
Mis
Jesse P. Morris
Skippers
King
Jak H. Kendel
A. H. Kendel
Oxford Dry Goods Co
Aegat Wi
C. Farthing
Mill Creek
J. T
A. i. Kendel
Mr. Stallings
Butler
Tenn
E. M. Kummitt
Hampson
Sore Sifples
Atwel
M. T. Collier
C. H. Roach ¢ & CO
Undertakers
W. B. McMahon
Oxford Eagle
Memphis News
Fis
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