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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1915
Page
4
An account recalls Uncle Jed’s peril during a flood as he climbed a tree avoiding the levee break. The preacher on high ground saw him but no boat was available. Jed insists Jonah was saved after three days. He adds a local twist about an alligator replacing the whale and aójger tuside om.
An old advertisement urges mothers to give California Syrup of Figs for various child illnesses and constipation. It claims quick, harmless relief and promotes a 54 cent bottle with full dosing directions printed on the label.
A wartime exchange questions whether current ammo reserves can sustain a coast defense beyond two hours. The dialogue probes the risk if fighting extends to three hours, highlighting shortages and contingency planning in the defense posture.
Mary West of Wallace Virginia describes long term health decline with back and hip pain and weakness. She credits Cardui with quick improvement within weeks and permanent relief after months, stating she can walk again and has remained well for years.
Fragment discusses a debate over corporal punishment vs gentle upbringing. The speaker argues for physical discipline, claiming it as effective and common in traditional childrearing practices.
A historical note explains that adding small amounts of water to coal increases heat. Water splits into hydrogen and oxygen, with oxygen boosting combustion and hydrogen fueling higher temperatures, echoing blacksmith forge practices to intensify fire without extinguishing it.
A report from the Youth's Companion cites findings from the U S Bureau of Standards during the Chester and Birmingham North Atlantic patrols. It states sea water temperatures vary widely and abruptly away from icebergs, not matching the rises observed near bergs reported by observers aboard the Scotia in 1913.
Amid heavy shelling at Pleven ammunition wagons were pushed toward the front under fire as horses panicked. Drivers urged them on with whip and spur but many fell, blinded or cowed, until one willing horse broke through and was guided forward.
A Welsh Fusiliers private among recent Cardiff wounded recalls men trapped in mud in the trenches. He notes soldiers pulling at boots for over twenty minutes trying to free themselves and sometimes going without boots that remain in the mire.
A Cleveland Plain Dealer snippet shows a caller asking Miller to return several books and to bring a set of Plutarch to be left with the maid. The exchange hints at a casual borrowing arrangement and a request for delivery.
Advice suggests taking a large lemon baked until soft then juiced and sweetened. A teaspoonful of the juice is to be taken every 15 minutes until relief is achieved.
A quip on idleness describing it as the mark of gentry and a sign of vice. It claims idleness spawns mischief, emboldens the wicked, and serves as the devil's cushion in moral satire.
In a curious note a small insect named Avant is described as able to carry a grain of corn equal to ten times its own weight. In contrast a horse and a man reportedly bear loads matching their own weight, illustrating exaggerated comparisons about load capacity.
An old advertisement urges readers to take Cascarete to cleanse the digestive system and relieve symptoms like sour stomach backache and gas. It claims a clear head and months of happiness with regular use and notes the product is sold at all stores.
A quip from an elder named Dad Bing recalls being asked about turtle soup. He admits never having eaten it but notes he has visited places where it was served. The exchange hints at familiarity with the dish through exposure rather than tasting.
Sage Tea and Sulphur darkens gray hair and restores luster while stopping dandruff and itching. Once made at home, Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy now sold in drugstores for about 50 cents a large bottle. It darkens naturally and evenly, making hair look thicker and glossier.
A Louisville Times tale describes a once railroad brakeman who lost both legs above the knees. The company paid hospital bills and offered a choice between cash and a lifetime shoe-shining privilege, which he chose. He credits happiness to practicality and a cheerful outlook despite eleven children and daily labor.
A quirky exchange contrasts marriage concerns with dinner commentary, hinting at social expectations. The piece notes couples pursuing happiness while facing separation, reflecting on lasting unions and evolving relationships.
A testimonial from a schoolworker recalls how switching from coffee to Postum eased nervousness and improved daily work. The reader notes Postum as not coffee, its healthful benefits for children and adults, and two available forms Instant and regular Postum with similar cost.
Mississippi ranks among the most progressive states in bank regulation as State Auditor Duncan L. Thompson lauds the 1914 banking law after a year of operation. He credits it with curbing illegitimate banking, boosting public confidence, and stabilizing institutions.
Mixed pantry recipe notes describe Old Southern Cake ter with two eggs one pint flour one cup milk one teaspoon soda one teaspoon mace. Mix bake about moderately hot minutes. Fried Rice instructions say to pack cooked rice in a flat pan cool cut into squares dredge with flour and fry in drippings serve with paprika.
A medical cure advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a pleasant tasting substitute for calomel. It claims calomel salivates and harms the liver and promises a morning recovery, better digestion, and full restoration of energy with a money back guarantee.
A family plan to save for presents unfolds in a child’s bank on the table. Mamma and papa encourage deposits while the baby’s pennies spark daily needs and small purchases. The tale shifts through moments of errands and small desires. Uncle Charley hints at a bold alternative to Santa.
A poet soldier sparked charity as locals sent packages to Sergeant Schwertfeger. By January 26 for the Kaiser's birthday he had 1,027 bundles with varied delicacies and shared them with about a thousand soldiers. He then asked that dainties go to other troops on other fronts.
The exchange questions a boxer’s taste for poetry and suggests vulnerability in a hard fighter. The response confirms the claim, hinting that his refined interests may influence his performance and ring fortunes.
Quoted exchange centers on eternal vigilance and liberty with a sharp aside about guarding a good umbrella, reflecting a satirical debate on vigilance and self interest.
An advertisement proclaims Pape's Diapepsia as a quick, harmless remedy for dyspepsia and indigestion. It urges readers to keep a fifty cent case at home so anyone affected can take it to counteract souring, gas and stomach upset from improper meals.
A courtroom exchange notes sharp wit and plain speech as a judge remarks on someone who speaks with notable cadence. A proverb on revenge warns that harm often rebounds to the originator and tests loyalty in friendships and loans.
An excerpt from Life presents sharp social ridicule with overheard exchanges about manners and seating. The dialogue shows insults, vulgarity, and the absurd price of seats amid a tense social dynamic.
A collage of ad copy promotes Danderine promising dandruff free hair and rapid regrowth, claiming glossy results after weeks of use and a 25 cent bottle. The snippet also includes brief humorous notices about a missing farmer and quips from various papers.
An advertisement asserts that coughs and colds cannot resist relief given by rough drops. The dubious claim is presented as a consumer note with quoted remarks about Rome and Uncle Bill Bot tetop discussing Roman punch and mildness.
The fragment mentions Bulgaria's floating debt at 113,650,000 and a population around 4,908,900. It also references vague phrases about wisdom, ignorance, and a person named Hanford, without clear context or complete sentences.
Fences prevent animals from drifting on national forest lands rather than enclosing them. They aim to steer cattle away from certain directions and restrict grazing in winter to protect pastures and limit poisoning risks. One project built five miles to protect a city water supply, another four and a half miles to keep cattle on a single range.
A man departs with a flirtatious line at the door. He searches his vest for a cigar and finds two crushed ones. The woman quips about the misfortune, and he replies that coupons at home could have made it worse.
An advertisement touts Resinol ointment as a cure for eczema and itchy skin. It promises rapid itch relief and skin healing when used with Resinol soap, claiming it clears eczema ringworm pimples and other eruptions, sold by all druggists.
The passage argues that warfare and emigration reduce the number of producers, raising pressure on subsistence as food supply falls. It notes war leaves non producers like women and children, so even with fewer people, overpopulation persists until labor capacity returns to normal.
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