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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1922
Page
5
Mr and Mrs Rueben Boyett spent Tuesday with their parents Mr and Mrs G W Boycett. Mrs Boyett visited her parents in Tupelo while Mr Boyett, a salesman for Jackson School Supplies Co, went to Jackson.
Jackson Highway part let by the board of supervisors forms the MississippI Valley Highway extending about 15 miles through Jasper County. Frank G. Whitaker reports Johnson grass control on eight acres, predicting seven bales of cotton. Other items: Legion post in Baldwin, Batesville school remodeling plans, Prentiss trucking, tomatoes shipping, Yalobusha livestock, Mississippi Colony bonds, Griggs brothers medals, Wyatte grain prices, B Y P U district convention at Wiggins, Humphreys sues Yazoo, Clay County onions, Yazoo moonshine raids, Gulf Coast Life sold to International Life, Jackson Boy Scouts budget.
A photo shows daily crowds at the White House as citizens visit to pay respects and shake the President's hand. At least 200 people call daily and the President appears to enjoy the meetings.
Local column lists numerous residents and visitors in Oxford, including Dr. P. W. Rowland addressing Summer School pupils, hospital stays at Bramlett's, nurse appointments at Oxford Hospital, and many relatives traveling to and from Pontotoc, Memphis, Little Rock, Chicago, Texas, and other places. The roster highlights family gatherings, teaching assignments, summer jobs, and upcoming moves across multiple states.
One of America’s first temperance efforts formed in Litchfield Connecticut in 1788 when several hundred farmers pledged not to use distilled liquors or intoxicants while working their farms.
A Pathé News caption humorously advocates placing furniture on a baby's dress to keep floors clean, reflecting early 20th century views on domestic labor and practical jokes in homes.
Prof and Mrs A P Hudson and their children left Tuesday for Chicago where Prof Hudson will attend summer school.
Miss Gladys Ray Robinson is visiting Mrs Worley in West Point as part of a social visit noted in local society circles.
Miss Faye Means, a teacher at All Saints College, has returned to Oxford for the vacation period.
Mr and Mrs Edwin Moore of Clarksdale are listed as guests of their hosts. The snippet notes their visit as part of a society or social item in the local column.
Mrs. Marvin Dooley is mentioned with family. Mr. and Mrs. George Cook from Sumner relocate to Oxford. Mrs. Dan Wiley and daughters traveled Sunday to Memphis to visit Mrs. Wiley's mother. Miss Birdie Smith has returned from M. S. and S. C. W.
Mrs John Ward, who had been visiting her daughter in Tuscumbia Alabama, has returned home.
Mr. and Mrs. H. T. Smith and their daughter Wilma Smith spent a few days in Memphis this week as part of a family trip.
Liberty Miss residents Mr and Mrs Mayhall with their young daughter visit the home of Mr and Mrs Walter Brummett, staying as guests.
Local note reports Miss Bertha Oliver is visiting in Duck Hill. The brief confirms she is staying in the town during the visit.
Mr. Lonnie Mosely spent several days visiting the campus this week. He met students and staff, toured facilities, and discussed ongoing programs during his stay.
Misses Annie Lee and Cena Walker spent the weekend in Marianna Arkansas with their brother Mr. Cevell Walker visiting relatives and enjoying local activities.
Mr Walker drove to Oxford on Monday with his sisters accompanying him.
Mr. Charles Dillard of Shelby Mississippi spent the weekend with his parents in College Hill, sharing time at home and catching up with family.
Mrs W H Kimmons spent the weekend in Holly Springs visiting her daughter Mrs Abner Hill.
Miss Katherlyne Taylor of Taylor was the guest of her aunt Miss Taylor on Monday.
Mrs Auber Wilds and her daughter Lucy Carleton are visiting relatives in Arkansas, traveling to spend time with family members and extend their stay for the coming weeks.
Miss Marian Leavell departed Monday for Ward Belmont in Nashville Tennessee to attend a Training School.
Miss Mary Ware of Blue Mountain is the guest of Miss Emma Belle Woodward, visiting together and exchanging welcome plans.
Mr and Mrs C C Longest have returned from Pontotoc where they visited relatives.
Mr. Noland Dickson of Tulane will assist Dr. Culley during a summer stay in Oxford with Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Bell. This arrangement places Dickson at the university setting to support Culley’s work.
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