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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1907
Page
2
A card from F Webster to Beat No 1 voters outlines his bid for County Supervisor. He criticizes road conditions and public works, urges a mass tax payer meeting to plan hill and hollow improvements, notes Athens University and the state university town status, and pledges economical county administration if elected.
Prof. Jar. B. Agwid of Shrove port La was unanimously elected Chancellor at the Trusties meeting. Prof. As well was recommended for other duties and reforms, with promises of skill and ability. Hon. J.B. Tormes was elected to fill the chair of law. Col J. W. T. Filkine declined the appointment due to personal business. Mrs. Helmes and Mrs. Nelmee are noted, with librarian Mrs. Li M. flant re-elected and Ross reappointed as superintendent.
A citizens group endorses J. S. Hudson for Commissioner, praising his honesty, courage, and practical reforms. They call for railroad and public service taxes, efficient clean travel, and development through systematic business methods, urging Northern district voters to nominate and elect him.
Voters from Beat 4 urge Mr J F Holt to seek a seat on the Board of Supervisors noting he heads the list of good men discussed. They express support and urge Holt to respond to the call from Eagle subscribers.
A University performance of a classic French drama drew praise for its serious effort and value in language teaching. The reviewer noted strong acting and minimal issues, calling the event a notable moment in the school’s theatre and linguistic program.
The excerpt surveys traveling through Kansas into Colorado and New Mexico describing prairie landscapes, the 101 Ranch, polarizing views on irrigation, and Indian camps. It notes cattle, buffalo, polo ponies, and pebbled sermon stones, ending with a teaser for continuation.
Ed Harris of Fort Leavenworth Kansas returns home with Mr Walter Woods. Blanche Price ill but hopes of recovery. Dessie and Jessie Harris and Blanche Price hosted Velmer Stevenson visit. Wiley Johnson of Holder visited. A dance hosted by Mr and Mrs Mite Tarrant drew a large crowd. Cebe Houston and wife were guests of Judge Black. Morgan Fuller of Hickory Flat was here. Anna Black ill this week. Biathcia loves to be out again after illness. An article promotes Pollyolt honey cough remedy. Huck Jewn Arnica Salve advertised for wounds and skin issues.
The letter notes J. C. Treloar has declined to seek another term as District 4 supervisor. It urges Treloar to reconsider and serve again, asking voters to respond and express support if possible.
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