Col John W T Falkner Dies Suddenly at 73 in Oxford
Col John Wesley Thomas Falkner 73 prominent in Mississippi finance and politics died suddenly at his South Street home. Survived by two sons Murray C Falkner and Judge John Falkner and daughter Mrs Wilkins. Funeral held at Falkner home with Rev L M Lipscomb. interment at St Peters cemetery with Masonic honors.
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John Wesley Thomas Falkner
Mississippi
South Street
Col. Falkner
Murray C. Falkner
State University
John Falkner
Wilkins
Nippah County
Oxford
Gulf
Chicago
Jim
Lafayette County
Lodor
Cleveland
U. S
Alkner
Ripley
W. L. Falkner
Jno. ¥. Murry
Jaikner
Was County
Col. Jaikner
Lippan
Falkners
Col
Join
Local Notes From Oxford Area Obituaries and Visits
Mr J A Maxey died of pneumonia at Myrtle Saturday. He was superintendent of the Sue Darden school and left a wife and two children. Drifl Avent, at a New Orleans hospital, is rapidly recovering from influenza. Vick Stevelis returned from Oklahoma. Mrs Vivia Smith of Altus visits Oxford relatives. Mrs Paul Kamey returns to Memphis after visiting Oxford friends. Mr and Mrs Jim Morris of Grenada plan to move to Oxford.
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A Maxey
Wus
Maxey
Sue Darden
Smaill
Oxford
Drifl Avent
New Orleans
Anu
Iflu
Mvil
Vick SteVelis
Winonuanu Tiusa
Oklahoma
Linburn Cullen
Vivia Snuth
Altus
Hew
Jris
Luther Hard
Lottie
Julia Wooten
Paul Kamey
Memphis
Graham Mill Burned Near Oxford in Weekend Fire
The Graham mill, a landmark ten miles northwest of Oxford, was destroyed Saturday night by a fire discovered around ten. It was a three story old frame water mill with an overshot wheel, valued about 13 000 at construction and insured for 4 000. Loss included corn 1/5 bushels cotton seed farm implements and tools. The mill belonged to R L Redwine and the origin remains a mystery as no fire was in the building when the owners left after six.
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Graham Will
Oxford
Letire
Ani
R. L. Redwine
Oxford Visitors Include Messrs R W Bynum and Pat Free
Messrs R W Bynum and Pat Free district visitors from Memphis called on Oxford Tuesday, sharing local scenes and interactions with residents during their stay.
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Messrs
R. W. Bynum
Pat
Memphis
Oxford
A Good Tonic for Old People Advertisement
Aged people need a blood tonic to purify blood clogged with poisons from the system. Gude's Pepto Mangan is sold in liquid or tablet form and has been recommended by physicians for 30 years. It strengthens the body, increases resistance, and helps the weak and run-down from childhood to old age.
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Gude
Yanlae Ad Proclaims Hope for Millions
An advertisement by Rowland Drug Company touts Yanlae as a life changer, claiming it has already renewed purpose for millions and will do the same for readers. The copy emphasizes broad impact and personal improvement through the product.
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Yanlae
Rowland Drug Company
Dip Your Sweet Potatoes To Prevent Black Rot
Guidance to farmers on selecting sound seed potatoes and dipping them in a mercury compound solution for ten minutes to prevent black rot. Warns that diseased potatoes yield losses and recommends planting on land free of previous potato crops. Mentions Farm Bureau availability and pricing of Bychloride.
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Farm Bureau
Fertilizer Prices Offered Through Farm Bureau Drive
Farmers urged to submit quantities for the coming season to ensure supply. The Farm Bureau arranged fertilizer at a low rate, offering 16 percent acid phosphate for $16.00 per ton, cheaper than in years past. Early orders via the car delivery system are encouraged to secure this price.
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Pure Farm Bureau
Microbe of Love Epidemic of Laughter Promoted
An advertisement promotes a novelty concept labeled Microbe of Love, described as an epidemic of laughter and presented in playful promotional language.
The Valentine by Minna Irving in Wayside Tales
An old valentine found under a book reveals faded garlands and still bright hearts as a lover plans to send it again to Mabel with a message of enduring affection. The piece reflects timeless romance and a nostalgic mood.
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Mabel
Minna Irving
Microbe of Love Ad Promises No Chance Against It
An old advertisement warns bachelors that while they can insure against fire cyclone accident and rain, they have no chance against the so called Microbe of Love, implying a humorous caution about romantic risk.
The Millionaire Ghost Reveals a Florida Coast Scene
A fairy tale tone describes a fair movie queen on the Florida coast in a release titled The Millionaire Ghost. She wears a sensible frock that flaunts her form while a stylish West Indian man with angular features follows. He asks if flirting would cause harm and she retorts sharply, hinting at romance and wit.
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Florida
Circuit Court Opens With Murder Whisky Arson and Larceny Trials
The spring term of the circuit court convenes Monday with Judge Roan presiding. Kush H. Knox will represent the State. Trials include murder cases and a number of whisky, arson, and larceny charges. Carl Blackwell, jailed for January 7 arson of the Ula school building, faces trial. defense attorney Geo Witchell from Lupelo is engaged. Also to be tried are John Purvis and son Hubert for murder in cases arising from earlier preliminary hearings.
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Roan
Kush H. Knox
Carl Blackwell
Ula
Blackwell
H. T. Smith
Jal
Geo. Witchell
Lupelo
Jackwells
Mt Water Valley
John Farvis
Hubert
Witu Wauslaughter
John Purvis
Iubert
Card of thanks to Oxford friends for showers and kindness
Mr and Mrs Ramay extend heartfelt thanks to the people of Oxford for showers of sympathy and many kindnesses after their recent pecavenicnl. They express sincere gratitude and warm appreciation for the loving support received.
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Oxford
Mks
Ramey
Spray Your Fruit Trees Before Leaves Fall
Last chance to spray for the San Jose scale this year. Use pounds of Dry Lime Sulphur to 20 gallons of water. Dissolve thoroughly in warm water and mix with 10 to 16 gallons of water. Dry lime sulphur sold at the farm Bureau for 20 cents per pound.
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San Jose
Farm Bureau
Advertising in Newspapers Builds Townwide Notice
An editorial favoring newspaper advertising over billboards and fence placards argues that a newspaper reaches a broad audience and supports community growth. It warns against ad boards and posters as fake, urging residents to place notices and announcements in local papers.
Advice to teachers on building home in community
President M. Crooks of Alma College told 300 Genesee county teachers to make teaching towns their home by buying a local paper subscription and joining church or lodge. He warned that if educators fail, they will be harder to remove at year end.
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M. Crooks
Alma College
Genesee County
Elmore Leaves Morning Sentinel for The Eagle
W C Elmore, after several months with the Orlando Morning Sentinel, has accepted a new post with The Eagle, departing his former employer.
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W. C. Elmore
Orlando
Fla
Morning Sentinel
The
Eagle
Eyebrow Painting Fashion Gossip From Paris
A Wayside Tales snippet notes whispers of eyebrow painting in Paris to match a fair lady's dress. The lighthearted speculation asks if readers should follow suit, joking about how little paint might be needed.
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Paris
Fragmented Lost-to-Sight Note Returns to Side
A damaged fragment notes seeing the ladies and a vague reference to tales and good times. The text is garbled and offers no clear event, date, or names.
Mrs Herman Glenn Hosts Matinee Party
Mrs. Herman Glenn entertained Wednesday afternoon with a matinee party complimentary to Mrs. Paul Hamey of Memphis.
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Herman Glenn
Paul Hamey
Memphis
Bondurants Host Buffet Supper for Miss Emily
Mrs Bondurant entertained a number of young people with a buffet supper Friday evening in honor of Miss Emily Macksown who is a guest at the Bondurant home.
Theatre Box Party Honoring Mrs Irau Kamey Hosted by Mrs D I Sultan
Mrs D I Sultan hosted a theatre box party in honor of Mrs Irau Kamey, guests enjoying the reception and performance in a social evening.
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D. i. Sultan
Irau Kamey
Somerville Bride Party Honored Miss Emily Fiarvis
Miss Ella and Miss Nina Somerville entertained on Thursday evening with a bridal party in honor of Miss Emily Fiarvis, gathering friends and family for celebrate the upcoming wedding.
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Ella
Nina Somerville
Emily Fiarvis
Bridge club and Doreas circle meet this week
Miss Katrina Carter entertained the bridge Club on Tuesday afternoon and Mrs. T W Black entertained the Doreas circle on Monday afternoon.
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Katrina Carter
Bridge Club
T. W. Black
Doreas Circle
Mrs East hosts Polly G Neal circle gathering
Mrs W W East entertained the Polly G Neal circle on Monday at her home, hosting members in a cordial social gathering.
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W. W. East
Polly G. Neal
St Patrick Day Party Hosted By Mrs Robersons Circle Members
Mesdames Avent and W. B. Roberson entertained the division Francis Leavell circle Tuesday afternoon at Mrs Robersons home with shamrock decorations. Refreshments included brick ice cream and cake.
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Roberson
Weekend Guests and University Hosts Reported
Mr. John Cooke A. S. Marshal of Sumner Mississippi visited his daughter Emily Cook a co ed student. Mesdames KR T Clarke and Beckham spent Tuesday in Water Valley. Teresa Loggins was a weekend guest of relatives at Greenwood. Charles Borum of Mississippi College spent the weekend in Oxford with his sister Mrs Pope. Jim Thompson Ole Miss student spent the weekend with Grenada friends.
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John Cooke
A. S. Marshal
Sumner
Miss
Emily Cook
Mesdames KR
Microbe of Luvie Adver Sees Notable Attention
A brief item notes that the phrase Microbe of Luvie has drawn attention in an advertising context, reflecting curiosity about its branding and public reception. The note emphasizes the promotional aspect without detailing further actions or outcomes.
Typist and Office Boy Weigh Joke of Raises
A Wayside Tales quip depicts a typist and an office boy reacting to a knock at the door. The office boy jokes that if it is the boss he will get a raise, noting the boss said every knock was a boost this morning.
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Office
Rock
No Services at Presbyterian Church Due to Pastor Illness
Due to the pastor's illness there were no services at the Presbyterian church last Sunday night. The Endeavorers of the congregation are doing a beautiful and telling work in training the young life in Bible study and service.
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Presbyterian Church
Missionary Pageant Christ in America at Methodist Church
A missionary pageant titled Christ in America will be presented Sunday night at 7 30 by the Methodist church under the supervision of Misses Webster and Williamson. The event promises a devotional program with a local focus on faith and service.
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Methodist Church
America
Misses Webster and Williamson
Women’s Christian Temperance Union Meet Set Monday
The W C T U will convene in the Presbyterian annex Monday afternoon at 38 o clock. Everyone is invited. An interesting program is prepared.
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Presbyterian Annex
Spider Helps Ties For Christmas Rush
A playful suggestion wonders if Mr. Spider could assist in tying bundles during the busy Christmas period. The idea humorously imagines a spider aiding workers by weaving swift, sturdy ties amid holiday tasks.
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Mr. Spider
Christmas Ultimatum in Courtroom Exchange
A courtroom exchange reveals Crawford asking if his wife begs for money and Crabshaw reframes it as a firm ultimatum issued by her. The judge presides over the terse dialogue highlighting financial tensions within the case.
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Crawford
Crabshaw
666 the Speedy Remedy for Colds and Fever
An old advertisement touts 666 as a quick prescription for colds fever and la grippe. It markets the remedy as the fastest solution in its era.
Tan lac weight gain claims shock readers
Rowland Drug Co. reports thousands of frail men and women showing astonishing weight gains after using Tan lac. The notice highlights dramatic effects and promotional language from the product’s advertising.
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Tanlac
Rowland Drug Co
The Early Bird
A brief exchanged cartoon caption where Rock and Rock discuss morning devils and dues in a Wayside Tales vignette.
Microbe of Love Makes a Hit in Ad Space
The phrase Microbe of Love becomes a catchy headline as a playful advertising spot draws attention. Creators market the quirky tag to spark curiosity and media buzz. The campaign hinges on bold typography and tongue in cheek visuals.
Get Ready and Do the Task Without Excuses
The piece argues that when a person agrees to a task they should fulfill it without lengthy excuses. Readiness matters more than reasons, and failure to deliver shows fault in accepting the assignment.
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New Orleans
Home Makers S S Class Entertained At Grandmother Webster Home
The Home Makers Sunday School class was royally hosted at grandmother Webster's home Friday afternoon. Thirty guests attended the gathering, enjoyed the usual program, and were served delicious pie and coffee.
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Home Makers
S. S
Grandmother Webster
Living Christian character as strongest argument for faith
A quotation praising a living Christian example as the most unanswerable argument for Christianity, describing the person as loving, truthful, pure, and lovable in daily life. It advocates virtue as proof of belief.
No man can serve two masters says Wayside Tales
The saying from Wayside Tales notes the difficulty of serving two masters under a law of topsy turvance. It reflects on divided loyalties and the challenge of balancing competing obligations. The passage emphasizes caution in choosing allegiance.
New York Proverbs from Wayside Tales
A collection of proverb style lines with playful twists and misquoted idioms. The verses offer moral sayings about wisdom, confidence, and cleverness in short, rhythmic forms. The tone mimics traditional town sayings with humorous errors and local color.
The Frame and the Disappointed Lover
A Wayside Tales vignette notes how a poor setting can spoil beauty. An artist underscores the charm of proper framing while the disappointed lover warns that an ugly frame of mind harms appearances and outcomes alike.
Prayer and Wisdom Reflections From Church Notes
The piece content centers on a weekly prayer, scripture meditation, and moral maxims. It includes a long prayer by Rev. Hugh Elmer Brown of Dayton Ohio, followed by aphoristic lines on sin, virtue, and spiritual discipline. The tone is devotional and didactic, in a period newspaper style.
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Jesus
Jesus Christ
Lord
Hugh Eilmer Brown
Dayton, O
Thoughts for the Week Provokes Moral Provoking Saying
A column short piece reflects on a proverb about action and intent. The quote contrasts talk of doing good with the pace of a person who acts, prompting readers to consider sincerity and effort in daily conduct.
Grace and not gold in the treasury of God
A concise reflection asserts that grace holds value above wealth, highlighting spiritual wealth over material riches within religious perspective.
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God
Faithful Pathway as Place of Communion
A brief reflection stating that the journey of faith serves as a communal space where believers gather, share, and strengthen bonds through shared beliefs and rituals. The message emphasizes unity and fellowship within the spiritual path.
Mrs Dooley Hosts Tacky Party for Intermediate League
Mrs Marvin Dooley entertained the Intermediate League Saturday evening with a tacky party. The costumes provoked hearty laughter and merriment. Miss Thelma Webster and Pauline Williamson led the respective leagues.
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Marvin Dooley
Methodist Junior Sunday School Honor Roll January
The report from the Methodist Sunday school junior department lists January honor roll recipients: Josephine Goodman, Mary Moore Dooley, Louise Elizabeth Dunn, Corinne Larty, Mary Hartsfield, Lorine Howie, Dorman Furr, and Ray Ramey.
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Robert Furr
Methodist Sunday School
Josephine Goodman
Mary Moore Dooley
Louise Ee Elizabeth Dunn
Corinne Larty
Mary Hartsfield
Lorine Howie Dorman Furr
Ray Ramey
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