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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1921
Page
5
A fragmentary religious notice cites Romans 8 38 39 and a hymn line praising God’s protection in Christ. It mentions Rev Mr Bell of Columbus speaking at a Methodist church and notes Superannuated Ministers fundraising events.
A church exhortation argues that serving two masters is impossible and urges Sunday school leaders to attend the County Association at College Hill on July 20. It calls for superintendents to send a delegation and report on their work, noting the program will be published later.
Rev Hopper preached at Woodson's Ridge school house last Sunday. The Sunday school, under Uncle Mack Larry, is doing good work. Next Sunday features regular Junior Congregation at the Methodist church with ushers stewards and young folks aged 3 to 18 plus parents. Miss Mary Bibb Long sails August 20 for Shanghai to work with natives under Baptist Church auspices. she is J C Kincannon's niece. She will appear on the BYP U Encampment program at Blue Mountain this month.
The young people of Mt. Zion community enjoyed a singing gathering at the home of Mr. John Baird Sunday evening, reflecting a neighborhood effort to share music and fellowship.
The laymen of First Presbyterian Church presented the ministry's claims to nine congregations in North Mississippi Presbytery. Hon R F Kimmons of Water Valley introduced the important subject. Ministers met last Monday and voted to hold a union meeting.
A large crowd witnessed a porch wedding at the Morrow home in Toccopola as Miss Lake Morrow married Dr Dudley C Smith of Charlottesville. Rev Roland Leavell officiated in full dress, with Oxford friends and Oxford relatives among the guests. The couple plans to travel to Memphis and Clarksdale before settling back in Oxford and Toccopola.
A long notice lists Mississippians visiting relatives and returning home, naming multiple families in Oxford Grenada Canton Little Rock and Jackson with guests from Memphis Como and Yazoo City. An unrelated advertisement promotes Herbine for bilious constipation relief priced 60 cents sold by A H Kindel.
Ballard's Snow Liniment offers prompt relief for itching diseases and ivy poisoning. Sold by A. H. Kindel in 30c 60c and 1.20 dollar per bottle sizes. Advert leads with antiseptic healing qualities and claims of permanent relief.
A Farm Bureau general meeting led by President Dr. W. D. Hedleston plans dates and places for picnics to promote the bureau's work in Lafayette county. The group reports the bureau saved farmers nearly $20,000 in five months and outlines a plan to protect sweet potato crops from rot and market losses.
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