11 May 1905
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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1905
Page
1
A sweeping summary details naval moves in the Russo Japanese theater, Reacting to Togo and Nebogotov fleets and Russia's typhoon losses. It notes the Chicago teamsters strike, sheriff action, and growing violence. Other items mention a Colorado Springs murder, Hawaii’s Kilauea activity, and diplomatic notes.
A compact column highlights industrial commercial and agricultural development within the state. It notes various resources and items of interest gathered from multiple sources, touching on progress across sectors and regional opportunities for growth.
Mississippi is praised for rapid industrial and educational gains with new banks and factories, rail improvements, and strong public education. The piece highlights eight canning plants, a growing banking sector, and efforts to attract Northern settlers while urging a state hospital and college.
Mississippi notes outline a state militia encampment permission at Vicksburg National Military Park for the First Regiment of Infantry Ohe National Guard. It mentions Lowndes County rural mail routes expanding, the Wesson Mills labor plans, and anticipation of North to South cotton mill labor shifts. A June meeting of Black leaders and merchants in Greenville is announced under the National Negro Committee agenda.
Mrs Calinwagy notes that Bishop Galloway will not travel again this year and may exchange assignments with other bishops. He will oversee conferences in China Japan and Soca, confirming no renewed trip planned.
The Meinois Canning Factory of Hatrieshbure increased its daily capacity from 10 009 to 40 000 cans. Its main product is molasses, and it could not meet growing demand as St Louis houses and New York dealers pursued its output.
The Mississippi grower grows wary as persistent rains push planting operations three to six weeks behind. With less than a quarter of cotton land in the ground, farmers fear they may never catch up and the crop may endure continued delays.
The article outlines DIY clothing alterations for shirt waists with detachable cuffs and collars. It details shortening sleeves, adding lace-edged ruffles, and detachable elements for easy laundering, plus methods to pair lace and embroidery with gowns and adjust skirts and sleeves with tucks and plaited ruffles.
Instructions describe making puff pastry from Wolter ite like flour, butter preparation, and folding method. Steps include chilling butter, forming a flat cake, sealing edges, rolling and folding in three, repeating seven times with rest periods, lemon zest, damp cloth cover, cooling two hours, and baking in a hot oven.
A woman buyer warns buyers to avoid gloves that are too small and to consider fit, color, and material. She notes black gloves are less elastic, dressed kid lasts longer, short-fingered styles look odd, and recommends trying on gloves for at least a half hour and buttoning last to reduce strain.
Farmers in the Southern Cotton Association state they have secured a 25 percent cut in acreage as promised and now expect further reductions. Providence has favored their efforts, delivering results that may surpass their initial request.
J B Wilson transferred 4500 acres in Yasoo County to Xique Lemere Co Ltd for slightly over 5000 dollars, with A E Harlan of Indiana listed as the buyer. The parcel later sold for a much higher price than in earlier years.
Reported movement of a large consignment of rails through Jackson last week facilitates the extension of the Liberty White rail line. The central administration is accused of lagging, while inquiries about Harriet Lincoln Easton prompt requests for information to Secretary of State Power regarding her 1850 Mississippi death.
The Commercial Bank and Trust Company plans to establish a new bank at Laurel with capital of 100000 dollars and process of organization underway at Lan.
State Superintendent Whitfield begins receiving sample copies of textbooks from publishing houses. The aim is to allow ample time for examination before bids are invited to supply state schools.
A large party of Northern home seekers led by Capt. J F Merrry of the Sinois Central railroad will reach Jackson between May 2 and May 23.
The guide suggests dry plaster of paris rub for soiled wallpaper and bread crumbs as an alternate method. It also prescribes ammonia solution for painted walls, followed by thorough rinsing and drying. For gilt frames, it recommends a sulfur flower mix and onion infusion to restore brightness.
A Harper's article argues that rings should not be worn by girls whose fingers are not fully grown. Rings can tighten and mar well shaped fingers, and should be removed at night for children. The guidance extends to young children, with earrings also noted as objectionable on children.
Betty Langlew faces a bet sparked by Mr Juarez as Ralph Pyne plots a scheme involving a diamond pin. A rainstorm, a torn romance, and a proposed engagement unfold at the Southampton house with Betty torn between suitors and a dance.
A lively scene unfolds with a poetical note on spring and a social exchange about a suburban reception. A guest offers $25 for chauffeur expenses and wear on a car as a deposit toward a sale, while another salesman dismisses the vehicle and continues selling elsewhere.
A pompous suitor enters an automobile agency and insists on an American built car priced at 5535 with a guarantee. He plans a test trip with his wife to prove safety while the refuting question lingers as the sales pitch continues. The piece closes with an excerpt on bass nest care and survival of the fittest.
The Bombay population is 76 persons per acre in certain districts with streets making up only a quarter of the area. If the total population gathered in the streets, density would reach 1.40 persons per acre. Also noted is a French engineer's invention to charge cloth with electricity to provide heat for the wearer.
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