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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1916
Page
5
A sprawling list of residents and visitors to Oxford Mississippi, including C K Sloughaml and A J Conner vacationing in Loelelta, Mrs C Ss Brown in Memphis, Bettys and McBrayers visiting New Albany, and many others from Memphis to Lafayette Springs. Mentions include travel for business, illnesses, church duties, teaching, and social calls. Also notes marriage licenses issued, funeral services, and local events as part of weekly community notes.
Rev. J A Wells of Oak Ridge Mississippi testifies that Tanlac improved his wife’s run down health after three years of weakness loss of weight and sleep. He notes she gained weight brightened and regained energy and urges others with similar trouble to try the medicine. G F Willis cites other ministers who reported benefits and Tanlac is sold in Oxford by Rowland Drug Co.
This afternoon at College Hill church, Robert L. Young and Pattie Laura Hurt will marry with Dr. Heddleston officiating. Miss Hurt has taught in Memphis during the last school term, and Mr. Young is a promising young man from the same neighborhood.
Miss Julia Lestive Kendel became Mrs. Claude E. Conner in a small June 1916 wedding at the Kendel home in Columbia Mississippi. Rev. W D Hedleston officiated with Ruth Fulmer providing music, and the couple planned a coast trip before settling at home in Columbia.
Advertisement for Dr King’s New Discovery claims to ease coughs and sore throats, clear bronchial tubes, and relieve cold symptoms. It markets Pine Tar and antiseptic balsams, touting decades of use and urges households to keep a bottle as cold insurance.
An old newspaper item advertises an international hay baler and silk waist fashions from The Leader. Prices start at $1.00 up to 32.50 with brief call to act quickly.
Beatriz Wichelena urges the young Screen Struck Girls to stay in school. She argues a broad foundation in books, people, and world customs is essential for success in motion pictures and life, emphasizing the value of education over early stardom.
The Greenville Democrat criticizes Americans crossing into Mexico for timber and mining gains as cold business moves. It argues the U.S. should not expend millions or risk soldiers to shield Senator Fall and Hearst interests amid Mexico’s revolution.
The Red Circle closes Friday at the Lyric Theatre after months of crowds. Manager Too announces Paramount pictures resume next week with The Immigrant and Little Pal with Mary Pigford. Tomorrow night marks the final episode along with a raffle and two reel features.
The first summer game on campus gym floor saw Ole Miss defeat Central High. Neillie Dunlap scored 18 of her team’s 22 points, while Josephine Bogard led the opposing squad with all of her team’s points. The Ole Miss lineup featured Dunlap Jester Blanks Ward Dunlap Parks Bogard Ellis Thommie Willis Rogers Marcellus.
Advertisement offers a Singer Sewing Machine for 1.00 cash and 50 cents weekly payments. J. H. Morris handles pricing in the southeast corner of the square with office 280 and residence 48, 201 listed.
Oxford Mississippi listing for sale printing material and related items. Includes contact for inquiry and price.
The Delta Land Co of Memphis, led by N S Wright, completes a major acquisition from Brewer and Castleman. They buy all holdings on Potosi Plantation Valley Home and Sanders Place in the Silver Creek area totaling just over seven thousand acres, about 60 percent cultivated, valued near half a million dollars.
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