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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1909
Page
2
The Oxford Eagle notes Congress may frame the tariff bill in time for July festivities and cites varied remarks on politics, prohibition in Kentucky, income tax implications, and public figures. It mentions Morse bail, Senator Smith’s cabinet status, and other contemporary chatter on policy and politicians.
A discussion on enthusiasm as a vital power that drives invention, learning, and progress, urging parents and teachers to foster it in youths. The piece links sustained interest to professional success and societal advancement, then shifts to local news notes from Oxford including social visits, church events, health, and a sudden death in the community.
The article notes heavy rains have damaged crops by washing away seed and soil, hindering planting and causing hillside erosion. It warns of potential drought later and urges deep plowing and cultivation to counteract future blight and soil loss.
Magnolia column shares visits from James Slough of Dover Texas and John Slough of Oxford, tours by N T Lawrance and family, teachers at the Normal, a child's illness, and upcoming Children’s Day at the Methodist Church. Local rumors, funerals, weddings, and arrivals touch LaFayette Springs, Springe, Tuk, College Hill, and Oxford. News of rain, pest control, and rural delivery plans appears amid community chatter.
Raitt rain affects farmers who are discouraged but urged to stay hopeful. Ardmore visitors include Dick Tyer and wife returning from Okla. Willie Avent spent time with Mrs Baker. Grace and Donnie Iver return from Blue Mountain. Miss Michel Nunnally ill. Mrs Jasper Busby and Irene visit from Okema. Local singers Ennis Foust expected next Sunday. Ballard's Snow Liniment advertised for rheumatism with a price. Subscribe for Tue Eats.
Community health is good though farmers lag due to heavy rain. Visitors include J M Goolsby and wife from Jonesboro Texas, and John Adams visiting his parents. Advertisements praise DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills and Bucklen's Arm Salve, with local druggists selling. Also notes mail matter lists, and Foley remedies for constipation, kidney health, and throat issues.
An old passage extols a dog's unselfish loyalty from a dog history excerpt. A public notice invites sealed bids by noon on Tuesday July 6 for building bridges on several roads near A B and on Dr Jon s plate, with bids secured by two good securities. The Board may reject any or all bids and bids are opened as public attery to the lowest bid.
A historical reflection praises independent journalism and its role in serving the public interest beyond partisan media. The piece contrasts sensational press with trusted papers like The Chicago Record and urges steadfast commitment to communal welfare.
A public endorsement from East Street Wexford by Mrs. Bob Wallace praises Dean's Kidney Pills as a reliable kidney remedy after years of pain and sickness. The ad also promotes Victor and Edison home audio equipment sold by W. B. McMahon, with demonstrations available and records in stock.
A fragment debates child supervision and social dangers. It claims a boy left to roam grows into a menace resembling a street army of bums and drunks. The writer contrasts disciplined animals with boys allowed to run free and fears their influence on society.
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