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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1895
Page
3
An OCR fragment from the Oxford Eagle shows a notices section with partial lines including addresses and an agent name W Mitchell. The legible bits reference a stop at Taylors on Waterford and list P. sowTw poc and other unreadable text.
The grand jury adjourned on Tuesday as part of ongoing local legal proceedings. Edward P. Elliott is associated with the Hazel Kirke production noted in the text. The item mentions community notices and local business references surrounding the period.
Miss Kate Smith hosted a violet themed tea for the Press of the University and guests last Thursday. Miss Mabel Jenkins entertained the Wednesday afternoon club, while Jim Stowers returned home cured of illness. A dance at Hotel Anderson delighted attendees with an impromptu after party at Mrs Archibald’s, and Phi Delta Theta Banquet crowds anticipate royal hospitality.
Voters in Heat h are urged to support Mr J M Tatum for magistrate with statements praising his upright fair minded and intelligent character The piece also notes a theatre performance featuring Mr Elliott in Dunstan Kirke and Pittiens Green as notable roles A separate notice from March term 1896 calls for bidding a bridge construction contract over Pit leckana creek known as Webster Bridge plans on file and bids to be opened on the Monday in April with Garay as Clerk
Sioux City Journal lauds Mr. Elliott for delivering a superb abridged Hazel Kirke with minimal props and no makeup. Bailiff candidate Rice Parks is endorsed as the sole announced choice, described as a young man of sterling worth and a strong option for the office.
A Lynn Massachusetts report praises a Wednesday YMCA gathering where Mr Elliott enthralled the audience, leaving a lasting impression on all who attended. The note highlights lively performances and strong community spirit reflected in the event.
Annus announces a clearing sale of all winter goods with a large remnant counter for the next three days. Terms are cash. J KB Newson.
Patrons are urged to note the date of Edward P. Elliott the eminent impersonator at the Oxford Lyceum. The issue highlights press notices of this new entertaining act. The event takes place April 2 at School House and promises satisfaction.
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