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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1902
Page
2
A late 19th or early 20th century column cites Roosevelt and Hanna in a tangled political mosaic. It notes foreign policy chatter and party splits, mentions royalty, generals, and press commentary, and laments public focus on wars and trusts while flagging ongoing domestic political maneuvering.
A reflective piece extols printer s ink as a transformative force shaping public opinion and commerce. It warns of bias and manipulation while urging civic virtue and honoring the press as essential to civilization and the law. The author appeals for Mississippi to uphold press integrity and public accountability.
An oxford town essay laments alcohol tigers draining morals and wealth. It warns that unchecked liquor dens ruin schools churches and businesses, leaving a once thriving community bankrupt and depopulated. The piece urges residents to act against evils to save their town’s future.
The article reports on farming conditions time near harvest with rains helping crops including cotton corn and watermelons. It notes weekly church attendance sermons by Kru Porter and visits from Jim Douwley Loanie Stephens and others, plus upcoming Quarterly Meeting led by Bro S G Augustus and Children’s Day preparations. It closes with community health and a playful remark about mosquitoes.
A fragment discusses the emerging "new man" challenging traditional gender roles, praising independence and merit over charity. It contrasts old domestic expectations with a modern partner, then drifts to a dog eater rumor and a health advert promoting Bucklen's Arnica Salve and a skin remedy.
Walton residents share family visits in Oxford and nearby towns. Obituary for Viedo Messer with funeral at Philadelphia Church. Local schooling progress and encouragement for parental involvement. Local ads promote Smith’s Sore Kidses Core health product.
The Sons of Veterans and the Daughters of the Confederacy plan an event at the Oxford Court House on May 16 to raise money for purchasing Mrs Davis’s Confederate veterans home. Seven of ten thousand dollars already raised, admission charged, program includes recitations songs and speeches. Proceeds fund the soldiers home via L Q Lamar Camp and auxiliaries.
Notice from Memphis Morning News that a well improved house and lot on Second South Street, formerly owned by W. D. Porter, is for sale. Apply to J. E. Holmes.
The piece recalls pleasant spring days and good cotton and corn planting in the community last week. A small Friday rain aided gardens. Brother Gray preaches at Midway Church each first Sunday. A large snake sighting frightens a resident, fleeing after a close encounter. Mrs. Elizabeth Harris of Oxford visits relatives here.
I pay good prices for Confederate stamps envelopes scrip and bonds. Look over your collection and tell me what you have or send samples. I refer to any bank in the country. I want clean not worn. Address T C Hammaven Casstown Ohio. Tre EaGie based papers for sale. The very thing to go under your carpet.
W. T. Teesex & Sons advertise Carries Standard Fertilizers for cotton, corn, and vegetables with sale in any quantity. Currie’s Acid Phosphate details list available phosphate acids from 10 to 15 percent, insoluble content, and potash ranges.
After WO weeks vacation spring arrives as farmers bustle. Mrs. Thomas Cousar visited her daughter, plus several callers at J. W. Craig's. Families from Marshall County visited J. D. Barry's, and Hattie Coffey spent two weeks with parents in Kilgore. Mattie Baker from Noah and Nettie Coffey's family joined Edna Barry birthday dinner. A. H. Coffey went to Abbeville to see his ill mother Harriet Coffey, now convalescent. The Puss Cuss creek bridge has been rebuilt. April Foot. Mrs. J. E. Paves, Atlanta, Ga. Price cents and $1.00. For sale by A. H. Kendell.
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