Mrs Eliza A Thompson Editor At Oxford Eagle
The Oxford Eagle notes Mrs Eliza A Thompson in her role as editor and the paper’s mailing details.
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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1914
Page
2
The Oxford Eagle notes Mrs Eliza A Thompson in her role as editor and the paper’s mailing details.
The party announces Hox. Henert D Sternens as a candidate for Congress in the Second Congressional District subject to the Democratic primary. Also named is Hox. Albert C. Anderson of Ripley Tippah County Mississippi as a candidate for Congress in the Second District, pending primary action.
Hox J Len Bates of Pittsboro Calhoun County announces candidacy for Circuit Judge in the third Judicial District subject to Democratic primary action.
Public papers question Kosciusko Judge Teat as Bilbo trial jurist arguing he is both ally and foe of Bilbo. Critics suspect Gov Brewer and Judge Henry influenced the choice and doubt impartiality. The fairness test rests on Teat’s handling of demurrers and pretrial motions.
The piece argues that all candidates align with some faction or principles and mocks those claiming to represent no faction. It contends party lines define government action and warns that claims of neutrality mask entanglement with Vardaman Bilbo supporters and anti factions in Mississippi.
The Bilbo case is of great importance and the attorney general should take control from start to finish to ensure a fair trial. The piece argues that pressure on the district attorney is possible, notes Gov. Brewer’s involvement, and warns against persecution while urging citizens to oppose such tactics. It mentions large anticipated attendance and calls for principled action by citizens.
The text argues for voting for men who have always stood against the common man rather than those who change positions with the wind. It emphasizes the honor of consistency and denounces political shifts as untrustworthy.
Senator Lee M Russell spoke in Woodmen Springs Amite county Mississippi last Friday. The Vicksburg Evening Post reports he made a strong showing, praised the welcome from citizens, and predicted the section would deliver a large majority for him in the race for lieutenant governor.
A Times representative toured the educational and intellectual center of North Mississippi as the Federal Court convened under Judge Henry Niles. The piece notes campaigns and candidacies of Dr. Taylor for state treasurer, Lee Russell for lieutenant governor, and others including Albert Anderson and Hubert Stephens in congressional races, with mentions of Gov. Earl Brewer and local figures at Oxford.
The 1914 15 Mississippi campaign opened at Woodmen Springs Amite County drawing about 3000 residents. Speakers included J E Elmer Biloxi Senator W J Evans Lee M Russell and Lt Gov Bilbo. Rain curtailed Bilbo after about 20 minutes as crowds sheltered and listened to the political rally.
Local notes report a beneficial shower Monday night for farmers. Families and neighbors share visits and illnesses, including Mrs. D. U. Carpenter improving. A wedding, Mr. Alvie Barron and Miss Guma Avery, celebrates a new union. Church services and visitors are listed with several births and illnesses noted.
Miss Dinkie Wiley of Oxford and Mr Newt Craig of New Albany married yesterday afternoon at the Wiley residence with Rev W L Hedieleston officiating. The bride and groom received congratulations from close family friends and planned to depart that evening for their future home.
Board of Supervisors will inspect the roads of their respective districts after the June meeting in 1914. Witness my signature this June 4 1914. W J Lovelady President. The first cotton bloom of the season presented to the Eagle by G R Bowles. Bloomed June 10 from seed planted April 12 at I C Demonstration farm. Tom Brown ten miles southeast of Oxford captured a genuine boll weevil and sent it to Oxford for inspection. If genuine, ushers may attend. COUGHS AND COLDS Inn SIS em Continued. De Bow Beason offered as remedy for coughs colds and bronchial troubles. O H Brown Muscatine Ala says Dr King’s New Discovery saved his wife’s life. For children and $1.00 at druggist.
Advertises a health tonic claiming to cure fatigue nervousness and digestive issues. Includes a testimonial from Mrs. James Duncan of Haynesville Maine and mentions Bucklen's Ice Salve and a cottage for sale on University Avenue with a bargain price.
An Oxford resident reports lasting relief after using Dean's Kidney Pills obtained at Kendal's Store. She cites disordered kidney secretions, back soreness, and inability to lie still, noting another family member also benefited and recommending the remedy. Price 60 cents at all dealers. Foster Milburn & Co. props Buffalo NY.
R A Hall reports years of kidney and bladder trouble with incontinence. After using two bottles, he is relieved and praises the remedy as unmatched. Sold by A N H Kendel and Rowland Unig Ule.
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