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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1908
Page
2
An assorted column lists misc items from letters and notices, noting an umbrella found in Missouri and an umbrella owner appeal, prices for ads, and scattered quips about politics, weather, and notable figures. It mixes brief notices with humorous takes on March, Taft, Roosevelt, and public figures.
A long essay on indifference likening it to blight warns of its decay in character, work, and family life. It urges active involvement in all civic and religious duties and notes a local Mississippi notice about a pedigreed cow sale and Sunday school efforts.
Frantis Linker president of the County Union Subacmby announces a series of lecturer visits to local centers including Center Local near the Oxford camp ground on March 23 at 10 a.m. Morgan Local March 23 8 p.m. Tuly March 23 10 a.m. LaFayette Springs March 24 3 p.m. Liberty Hill March 24 9 p.m. Abbeville March 25 11 a.m. Free Springs March 26 9 a.m. Burgess March 26 9 p.m. Taylor's March 27 10 a.m. Locals will arrange conveyance to their venues.
The Spring term of the Circuit Court convened Monday with Judge Roane presiding. His charge to the Grand Jury showcased a determined effort to suppress lawlessness and clear the docket. District Attorney Stephens, Sheriff Hartsfield, Clerk Taylor, and Grand Jury Clerk Avent are active as cases including perjury, concealed weapons, assault with intent to rape, and road work infractions are disposed of or continued.
A newsletter-style page features a spoof problem attributed to Devoe & Co about paint value and wages, followed by a testimonial for Dr. Kinzel’s New Life Pills from Jacob Springer of Franklin Me. The ad claims a 5 cent price at Kendel’s drug store and urges subscriptions.
The note reports the marriage of Jack Slaughter and Miss Dora Crossette of Moscow Tennessee a few days ago. It mentions welcome extended to Mrs Slaughter and notes several local social occurrences including visits, schooling, sickness, and spring farming activities in Mt Zion and nearby areas. It also includes medical advertisements and a postal unclaimed matter list for Oxford Mississippi.
Mr. Lucius Mayes returns to the University while Mr. McLaurin recovers from mumps. Dr Rowland and Bullett are absent. Mr. Sam Price withdraws. Griggs Baskin Gunn visit Aberdeen. Van Hoop recovers from measles. Carlisle Wilkins at home. Chancellor Kincannon announces a two year appropriation of 2830000 and a post exam surprise.
An old advertisement notes Ballard's Snow Jimmy to reduce swelling and relieve pain from neuralgia toothache accident and all aches. It claims it is a great cure for pains and burns bruises and strains sold by A H Kendel.
An advertisement touts Chamberlains Pain Balm as the best cure for a lame shoulder whether counting sprain or rheumatic pains. It urges liberal use and vigorous rubbing at each application claiming a quick cure and notes it is sold by all druggists.
An endorsement from Cr Khiridga of Een pire.ia promotes Dr Kings New Discovery as the premier remedy for coughs colds throat and lung troubles. The ad claims it cures croup and attacks quickly and offers trial bottles free at A H Kendal’s drug store with a one dollar bottle price.
Meridian Mississippi notes praise for Doan's Kidney Pills claiming relief from kidney and bladder trouble after doctor failed. Ad copy touts healing effects, urges readers to buy from Foster Milburn Co New York agents. Also mentions Vermilage de-worming product and AdamErini digestive tablets as parental remedies.
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