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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1907
Page
4
A distressed farmer travels to the market as a buyer cheats an elderly seller over a pair of oxen. The elderly dealer claims illness and age justify a low price, delivering two tired oxen that prove worthless. The farmer’s claim of being swindled unfolds amid tense bargaining and threats of continuing hardship.
A letter from New York describes three boys suffering eczema that worsened daily. After trying several remedies from a local dispenser and using Cuticura soap and ointment, all three improved within weeks and their heads cleared. The writer signs as Mrs Kate Keim from New York City.
A quirky mixed column describes a British officer surveying Japanese tactics at Liaoyang and speculates on European future moves. It also promotes a kidney remedy with Dandelion, Compounded Kargon, and Sirap, and notes Prof John Sterling Kingsley’s Italy research leave, plus a 200 year old pine tree claim with measurements.
A locomotive engineer from Longview Texas describes severe sciatica from a knee and spine injury. He credits Dr Williams Pink Pills after trying Hot Springs and medical care, saying after weeks he could work again and has had no recurrence. Pills priced 59 cents per box, six for $2.50 from Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady NY.
A period piece analysis titled The Testing of Gideon by the Highway Preacher Scriptory Authority 3640 addresses biblical themes from the judges era. The text outlines a sermon style examination and references early Israelite leadership.
A sermonette argues reform must begin at home with Gideon throwing down his father’s altar to Baal and hewing away the sacred grove. It emphasizes God’s testing as essential to reveal his might, strengthen resolve, and empower believers to stand for righteousness.
Gideon returns home exalted after God’s call to deliver Israel from Midian. He plans a sudden surprise attack with chosen servants and begins to rally an army, while a mysterious nighttime command directs him to destroy his father’s altar to Baal and erect an altar to the Lord on the rock.
Mrs J Alven Gaylord a broker and Bible promoter uses Scriptural mottoes in her New York Wall Street office. The practice is not original and several commercial houses have found it effective. The note recalls the late Harry Hill whose Houston Street refreshment mission was well known.
In a tense account, Gideon wrestles with his conscience and fears, then obeys God by destroying Baal’s altar and building a new tribute to the Lord. His courage inspires the tribes to gather a force, while Midianite and Amalekite threats mount, and Gideon seeks divine sign with the fleece to confirm God’s support before leading Israel’s stand.
In a dialogue from Lippincott's Magazine a father and mother debate the causes of war as a German and Spanish conflict unfolds. Harry learns the exchange and claims to understand how nations enter war with contentious pride and parently correction.
In downtown establishments a famed pie purveyor's influence grew so strong it became a daily editorial inscription of a New York evening newspaper. Hundreds of Manhattan residents recall the name today under new management because of its sporting page. The piece notes Cuba offers about 44 900 square miles of arable land suitable for sugar culture.
A Ironton Ohio woman Mrs Rennethe Myers credits Deans Kidney Pills with relief after five years of illness including sleepless nights swelling and disordered urine. She says four doses ended the pain and she remained healthy afterward. Also a garbled 1870 Gerfen army anecdote recounts a sharp exchange with Bismarck and a prince, ending with a remark about recording opinions.
English scientists report that eldest sons tend to be criminals while youngest sons are paupers after analyzing thousands of school records and family histories. They claim firstborns are taller heavier and more capable, aligning with a belief that eldest children deserve privileges and that genius tends to favor older siblings.
Iceland ponies become a craze in England with rising demand among the wealthy. The animals draw attention for their charm and the public interest grows as owners seek market acceptance and breeders look to meet eager buyers.
A guide on building solid colored walls using alabastined finishes. Emphasizes clean preparation, proper tinting materials mixed with cold water, and avoiding shoddy wallpaper or glue as it ruins color permanence and artistic quality.
A physician quits coffee after it harms him and, with four years of Postum use, reports ongoing health benefits. At a dinner his clergy brother jokes about old fashioned coffee, proving Postum’s rich flavor and absence of coffee’s poisonous effects. A ten day trial is urged with the slogan There’s a reason. Postum Co. Ltd, Battle Creek, Mich.
Advertisement seeks able bodied unmarried men aged 21 to 36 for information from recruiting officers at 126 N Court Memphis Tennessee and 336 Main Jonesboro Tupelo Mississippi or Humboldt Tennessee. Text also notes historic cold winters in Europe and promotes barrrs Tricopherous for nourished scalps.
The London death rate has fallen by about 30 percent since the health act began in 1871. In that year the rate was 17.1 per thousand, and by 1905 it stood at roughly 12.0 per thousand.
The report notes about 70 000 municipal employees in London and near 2 000 000 across England. It highlights scale of public sector work and compares regional staffing levels.
A hospital focus on women shows many surgeries stem from overlooked female health issues. The ad praises Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a trusted, free advice resource from Mrs. Pinkham, citing letters of endorsement and promising location of trouble and quicker recovery.
The advertisement touts Wine of Cardus as support for women after entering womanhood, claiming it strengthens and eases daily life. A testimonial from Mrs. Rosa Lee Cole of Smithton Missouri describes seven years of female troubles, pain, and weakness followed by relief after using the product.
A Chicago suburb tale shows weekend visitors from a famed theological school spilling from a train at a local station prompting puzzled questions from a passenger. A blend of brief notices and items ends with a note on European population growth signaling a century of change.
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