The Oxford Eagle Editor and Proprietor and Manager
The Oxford Eagle lists Mrs E A Thoriicon as Editor and Proprietor and Wilmer Kennedy as Manager in the masthead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. A. Thoriicon
Wilmer Kennedy
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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1912
Page
2
Fragic note on Lafayette County election announcements
Fragmentary OCR fragment hints at county level announcements and district leadership issues. It mentions Lafayette County, electoral concerns, and references to a district or council chairperson, with unclear details about candidates or actions.
Mississippi lawyer opposes moving federal court from Oxford
Charles B Howry of Washington writes May 1 1912 that relocating the federal court from Oxford to Grenada would burden Tippah Union Benton Marshall Lafayette DeSoto and Tate counties while benefiting few. He notes the Oxford building costs about sixty thousand dollars and warns of unnecessary federal expense if moved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oxford
Federal Court
Cirenada
Grenada County
la Fayette County
Grenada
Mississippi
Montgomery
Carroll
Grenana
Grenannn
Nada
LaFayette County
Maters
Tippah
Union
Benton
Marshall
LaFayette
DeSoto
Tate
Memphis
Coshoma
Tunica
Quitman
Mississippi River
Memphia
United States
Sam Wure
Congress
Charles B Howry
Washington, D. C
Resolution of Respect by Or wood Ladies’ Missionary Society
Resolutions of respect from the Ladies' Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church at Or wood memorialize Mrs. J C Treloar. They mourn her loss as a devoted woman and Christian, noting her cheerful, faithful service and urging support for her grieving family. The minutes record the resolution and a copy is sent to Mrs Lottie Byers and Mrs N A Spears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies’ Missionary Society
The
Presbyterian Church At
Orwood
J. C. Treloar
J.C. Treloar
Anonymous letter targets county official in board session
A letter signed anonymously was slipped to Hon. J A Parks during a Board of Supervisors meeting. The writer implies threats and accuses a black youth of handing the note. The text calls for strict law enforcement and notes a reward for information on the sender.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Parks
Board of Supervisors
Parks
Regardi
Road Commissioners Appointed by May Board
At the May meeting the Board of Supervisors elected Messrs R. K. Duncan E. Davidson and T. B. Reynolia as Royal Commissioners for four years. They will oversee road construction and contracts, with pay not exceeding £50.80 per year, and may employ a competent engineer. Also listed is a county mail matter backlog for Oxford with names and initials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Supervisors
Messers
R. KE. Duncan
E. Davidson
T. B. Reynoli
Oxford
Joe Wilson
Vick
Cours Betes
Rendel
Pallover
County
Tulwell
Dite
Wien
Pobiie Tobly
New Albany
G & Taylor
George Lewis
Clear Creek
Roach & Co
Coli Pauper
Runden
Abbeville
Coleman
Hatley
Teidge
Oxford Laemaber Co
Tomer
Sisk’ Lawshee Co
Denis
Youns
Barress
Tae FE & Walises
Cepa
Peest
Chats
Arcatml Court Hoster
Indiane Read Machine Co
Garrett & Traston
WA James
Bruke
Lab — Il le
Ryees
Nash Wilburn
Frank Fitchall
Lamber
P Dalton
Busner
Austervon
JC Tarver
Water Valley
t+ P
Rocky Furl
Womlinson
Joe Merring
Pontotoc Rowl
JR Harkins
Cnnseldoner
Wilner Kennedy
Iurst
Mmiseloser
B Taylor
MO Falkner
T. Markelle
Seay
T. L. Tilwell
J.T. Wood
Jelle Wilburn
Alo
Aumants
James
J. Bb. Walker
Dave
P. N
Sai
W L Parker
A. Roberts
Live Stock Sanitary Board
Invis Wentral
Livestork Sanitary Board
EU. Davidson
J. £. Duncan
Tf. A. Reynolds
Sue
A. Hartley
S Brown
M.P. Bishop
O. A.iver
W. J. Lovelady
M P. Ee
J. O. Brown
J. A
J. A. Parks
W. J
A. Parks
W.J. Lovelady
M. P. Bishop
J. H Brasley
A. L. Carter
J A. Parke
Notice to Business Nien About Calendar Agency
Announcing the local agency for CALENDARS from A HM Collins Mfg Co. One of the largest calendar houses in the United States, with superior quality. Calendars available to view any time after February.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ocal
A. HM. Collins Mfg, CO
United States
Calendar sales and health tonic ad items from 1913
Fragmented ad copy offers cheap 1913 calendars from Jackson and Kendel. It also promotes a rheumatism remedy with unclear application instructions and mentions various products and brands in a garbled line.
Oxford Board of Supervisors May Proceedings Summary
Proceedings record extensive county payments and actions. Salaries include janitor, pauper mounting, attorney, and registrar fees. Road work contracts, bridge repairs, and land purchases are noted, plus elections and road commissioner appointments. The ledger ends with road-duty assignments and committee views for the coming term.
Sheriff Authorized to Receive Federal Prisoners at No Charge
Report of H T Smith county superintendent of education examined. Salaries and allowances approved for teachers and staff including Prof Smith 209.63, W J Lovelty 5 days 10 miles, W M Woodward 6 days, and sheriff 1 day 10.90. Court adjourned to first Monday in January.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. T. Smith
Prof Smith
Lovelwty
LE Tepte
M Woodward
W.d. Lovenany
Lafayette County Democratic Convention Adopts Delegates and Committees
The Lafayette County Democratic Convention elected John Falkner Jr as chairman and BD L Ross as secretary. Delegates to the State Convention at Jackson May 16 were named to support unit voting. P M Stowers named Executive Committeeman, and the county executive and judicial committees were formed with C A McCharen as temporary chairman and V Mitchell as temporary secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lafayette County
John Falkner, Jr
BD. L. Ross
Messrs
A. McChnaren
D. L. Ross
F. M. Stowers
H. T. Smith
J. M. Sanders
L. M. Russell
J.C. Iskridee
Jackson
P.M. Stowers
Thia
C. A. McCharen
Fitt
Murry
J. BM. Stone
J. BM. Spesee
GB. Parka
Joe Andersen
J. T. Rodin
Pt Ly. Childress
Jack Jones
W. 2
White
D. T. Mitchell
Tom Barry
J.T. Love Indy
Et. L. Davis
Congressional Executive Committee
Witmer Kennedy
W. Mf. Hastern
John, Palkner
H. L. Davie
G. R. Bowles
J. K. Collins
P. E. Matthews
Bb. V. Mitchell
Mississippi public calls for Williams to apologize or resign
An editor in Mississippi condemns Senator John Sharp Williams for his blasphemous parody of the Apostles' Creed in the U S Senate. The letter urges apology or resignation, arguing Williams betrayed Christian sensibilities and public trust, staining his previously respected status. The missive appeals to voters and state bodies to demand accountability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Radte
Milwaukee
Joan Sharp WilLzas
U. S. Senate
Missigzinpi
Mississippi
Senate
John Sharp Williams
Missopi
Williams
Nou
Ehristisn
Limssalf
Pumpkin Creek News Community Health and Midway Meeting
The Pumpkin Creek column notes good community health, a bell during the Midway quarterly conference on Friday, a sermon by Brother Tucker followed by a dinner, and a funeral sermon for Mrs. George Kester at Midway. Local visits include J D Wooten family near Bay Springs and others attending the Midway gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pumpkin Creek
Brother Tucker
J.D. Wooten
Claude Morgan
Bay Springs
Messia Dan
Haford Gardner
Masonic Lodge
A. Hodge
Sam Hodge
Austin
Ark
Vina Quick
Oliver Hodge
LaFayette Springa
J. B. Alderson
Cambridge
P. M. Franklin
Kngdom
A. B. Marcia
George Kestler
Midway
R. V. Hyde
Tommie
Zion
Nelan
Eacie
Sam
Pumpkin Eater
In Memoriam Urs N W P Bacon
In memoriam URS N W P Bacon who died after a severe illness at her home. She was the daughter of Mero and Mrs J W Shelby and wife of Rev N W P Bacon. The funeral was held after her long struggle with illness and she leaves a bereaved husband and many relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bacon
Mero
J. W. Shelby
Bote Parvata
Waeovhe
Christ
Crook
Lésier
Webock
N. W. P. Bacon
Zealous Cure Ad Attributed to B W Misdicine Co
An advertisement touts a medicinal product from the B. W. Misdicine Co of St. Louis Missouri. It claims to treat skin diseases with a tonic and promises a trial bottle for ten cents. The copy urges readers to purchase through local druggists and a Minneapolis store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suwest
Pune
B. W. Roz Misdicine Co
St. Louis
Drusgpises
Zeus
Ahnendwi
Take an IHC Engine Home with You
Local dealer invites farmers to discuss IHC gasoline engines and their potential savings. He promises frank talk and a practical case for switching, suggesting you may wonder how you ever ran the farm without one.
IHC Gasoline Engines for Farmers
The local dealer touts HC Gasoline Engines as top labor savers and money makers for farmers. Learn from the dealer about proven performance and why IHC engines are the best choice. Available in sizes from 1 to 50 horsepower.
Mrs J B Cox Sees Dramatic Cure With New Discovery
Joliet resident Mrs J B Cox relates how a dreadful cough from typhoid pneumonia lingering left her near death until Dr King s New Discovery cured her. She praises the remedy as safe and reliable with every bottle guaranteed and a free trial bottle at A H Kendal s Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Cox
Joliet, DL
H Kendel
Zemo Dandruff Treatment Offers Quick Relief
An old newspaper advertisement touts Zemo for dandruff promising no smell or smear and easy application. It stresses scalp health and pocket trial options, including a 25 cent bottle to prove results, with a money back guarantee at A H Kendal Drug Store. Another item highlights Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a cure for various injuries and a tonic claim about improved energy for readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zemo
E. W
Rose
All Dears
A. H. Ken Drug Store
THC Service Berea explains soil crops and drainage inquiries
The fragment outlines a Burgaw service offering soil and crop guidance with drainage topics and related questions. It mentions inquiries about soils crops land drainage and possibly related services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bette Lasaine
New Life Pills and Cough Remedy Endorsements
San Antonio resident Hugh Tallman praises Dr King s New Life Pills for boosting energy. Testimonials claim benefits for stomach liver and kidney trouble. Also advertised are Chamberlain s Cough Remedy and Kennedy s Laxative Bencils with local sellers A H Kendel and Kennedy s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh Tallman
San Antonio
Petition to Extend Service in Mississippi Equity Case
R J Darnell appears to answer the petition in the district court case Bank of Commerce against R J Darnell et al. Mrs M E Jones petitions for action on the bill. The defendant is to plead demur or answer by the first Monday of June 1912 or the case will proceed. Publication of notice is ordered in The Log Cabin of Oxford weekly for three weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mississippi
R. J. Darnell
District Court of the Unitet: Co
Bank of Commerce & Tenst Cy
CIA
ME Jones
Barneil
M. E. Jones
Menul
R. J. Darce
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsement in Oxford Ad
Oxford readers are urged to trust Doan's Kidney Pills for kidney issues and related symptoms. D H Jones of Oxford endorses the remedy after family success and urges others to try it. price two cents with FosterMilburn Co as sole agents in New York. Poor appetite signals indigestion. Chamberlain's tablets offered as a digestion aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oxford
Koowieg
Tug
Dean
D. H. Jones
South Street
Misa
Doan
Foster-Milburn Co . Huis
York
United
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