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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1899
Page
2
The Wineua Times notes Senator Sullivan will launch his US Senate campaign at an as yet unannounced date. The piece says peace negotiations near for the Philippines as they acknowledge U.S. sovereignty terms. A governor is mentioned in context but details are unclear.
The Bankers Association will meet in Grenada on War Tach inst. The first attempt to transmit Atlantic messages by wireless telegraphs will occur during the contests for the America’s Cup to take place. Spain has been beset since and the country is in better condition than before the war with the States.
A local notice discusses Ger Lowry running for State Senator and Robert Stowers for State Treasurer. It lauds Senator Sullivan and criticizes Lowry, cites party endorsements and prior service, and notes support for Illiespe and opposition to Stowers. The piece also mentions medical remedies and local ads.
A La Fayette County farmer argues cotton acreage will grow this year despite low prices as credit dependency drives prices. He notes merchants will accept cotton against debts while urging steadier prices for staples like corn and pork. He warns producers may switch to turnips and sorghum if capital remains scarce.
The county Democratic Executive Committee met at the courthouse and endorsed Hon. J. I. Stower for State Treasurer. It named a primary for July 21 with county, beat, and state offices on the ballot and pledged a delegation to back Stower’s nomination at the State Convention in Jackson. It also endorsed United States Senator W. V. Sullivan.
Classified notice seeking a relableman to manage a local branch. The ad invites applicants to mention the paper and contact A. T. Mores of Cincinnati, with illustrated catalogue available for a postage cost.
A Water Valley incident leaves Rev. P. E. Gibbs dead from pneumonia and congestion a week after a confrontation with local mill owners. Wagner family members allegedly attacked Gibbs following an accusation of slander, with family claims of illness dismissed by a physician. The piece condemns the violence against a beloved minister and calls for public accountability.
A brief note from Oxford Dry Goods Co promotes buying patterns at 10 cents each, contrasting with higher prices for Dent patterns. The gadget-like ad hints at cost savings and urges shoppers to choose the 10 cent option for patterns.
A reader reports a boy near attack of whooping cough improved after using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. The note claims a bottle cured him completely and endorses the medicine as the best cough remedy experienced. Mentions distributors EK Chilton Co Oxford F M Pettis Abbeville.
A push argues that buying groceries from A. trial saves money, framing it as a simple, repeatable way to keep dollars in shoppers' pockets. The line emphasizes low costs and practical budgeting through regular grocery purchases.
Advertisement notes the KRANK lending 5e Cigar offered for sale by A. E. Kendel R. R. Chilton Co. and Dr. Tom Barry.
Defendants including Nannie Dearley G G Lillie Grimes Minnie Grimes Sallie Grimes of Moffit Bell County Texas must appear before the La Fayette Chancery Court on the fourth Monday of May 1509 to plead or demur to a final account filed April 2. Guardian J W Patterson seeks approval of the account and shows cause why it should be allowed or denied. Clerk B P Gray. Deputy J O Ramey. Forever Att’y for Plaintiff.
Notice commands Alfred Clay, non-resident, to appear before the Chancery Court of Barayette county at Oxford on the 4th Monday in May. The document is signed by Clerk B. P. Gray and attorney E. M. Watson for the complainant.
Notice from JOSEPH STOATE dated August 16, 1898 announces the attachment of a Blacksmith shop to his carriage business and offers all kinds of carriage and buggy work with reasonable charges. Shop located on North Street.
Clark the Barber announces a first class up to date shop in the Caldwell House offering premier barber work. He pledges to forfeit if results do not meet stated quality. With two years among leading state barbers he claims unmatched skill. specialty includes fancy hair cutting and children's hair.
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