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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1903
Page
2
The issue highlights A J McLaurin and H D Money for Senators and E F Noel for Governor. The piece notes partisan dynamics, hemp industry interests, and economic critique, with references to state and national politics, college town tastings, and a forthcoming extra session of Congress.
The masthead endorses Hon. A. J. Mc Laurin and Hon. H. D. Money as ideal United States Senators. The piece lauds Money as a dedicated Southern leader and Mc Laurin as a proven public servant with no opponent in the race, urging voters to honor the state by electing them to national representation.
President Roosevelt barred reporters and photographers from Yellowstone Park as a precaution. The remark jokes about potential scenes of him on snow shoes if they had been allowed to film.
A satirical line suggests President Theodore Roosevelt should accompany General Miles to demonstrate how he handles opposition. The quip frames Miles as a stark example to illustrate executive resolve and strong leadership.
The writer argues new voters deserve full welcome to American citizenship to curb reckless voting. The Post Office Department scandal grows louder as investigations deepen, demanding truth no whitewashing and urging punishment of the guilty and dismissal of the incompetent.
The Supreme Court signals approval of the merger ruling while Attorney General Knox is likely to face additional duties aimed at serving the public, real or imagined.
The passage argues that independent civic action, year after year, will redeem American cities by holding the balance of power between parties. It warns against independent idleness and stresses consistent, self reliant participation by voters.
Former Missouri Senator Busch admits sharing boodle with colleagues but has not repaid any funds. He says his conscience prompted the confession though no repayments are shown to date.
In absence of a political miracle there will be no recognition of the Iowa idea by the Republican party before the people next year. If the national platform includes such recognition it would be a triumph of political art, though the promise remains unlikely as the idea grows among voters.
A murky editorial note discusses Mark Hanna's stance on organized labor and his limited political experience. It contrasts Hanna's lack of appreciation for political value in a speech and Me Banna's shift to champion labor’s grievances as a sympathetic ally.
An essay condemns the spread of gain without toil or saving in newspapers and society. It argues that begging and freeloading erode independence, cites political promises and speculation as harmful, and warns that the pursuit of immediate gain undermines character and long term merit. It advocates work and fair exchange as the true path to lasting satisfaction.
Chancellor R B Fulton and wife returned from New Orleans. The Blackstone Club marked its third anniversary in the University Chapel with L A Whittington delivering the address and a vocal solo by Miss Francis Winchester. Field Day was a grand success. Lamar Field, the University of Mississippi entrant in the Gulf State Oratorical contest at Tuscaloosa, won the medal. Mrs. Mary L Hargrove of Kansas is visiting her brother, Prof Dabney Lipscomb. Dr R W Jones visited Water Valley public school. Gov G D Shands attended the Confederate Reunion in New Orleans. Mrs W B Thompson of New Orleans is visiting her daughter, Mrs R By Fulton.
Mrs. Sarah C. Walker dies at 83. She was born at Asbury Church in Marshall County. Tom Anderson and wife attended commencement. Turner Trotter and sister visiting. Mrs. Arthur Graham hosted a crowd Tuesday night. Mrs Brown of Water Valley visited Sid Goodtaat's family. Leland Good of Holly Springs spent time here with relatives. ROSEBUD.
The Hermean and Phi Sigma literary societies held their annual oratorical contest in the University chapel. O K Kimbrough and K C Becket won Hermean medals while Prather McDonald and D H Chamberlain took Phi Sigma medals. Notable performances by Ben Bordeaux and T D Isom were praised. Miss S McGehee Isom was commended for promoting patriotism. The piece includes broader opinions on Mississippi’s civic spirit and politics.
The Albert Sidney Johnston Chapter United Daughters of the Confederacy invites residents to Memorial Day services Friday afternoon May 29 at Oxford. The program honors soldiers who died for the Confederate cause, urging reverence, memory, and floral tributes while stressing devotion to Southern chivalry and enduring remembrance.
Classified line lists items for sale in Columbus near Mrs Jennie Standifer contact to inquire about a baggy almost new and a man’s saddle with subscription reference to Tue Eaoux indicating a local sale listing.
Blake Muller spends a summer day raking clover hay with a dun mule. A bumblebee nest sparks a swarm that drives the mule into a lively spurt and scatters the rake, leaving Muller's shirt and pants torn amid the hay field mishap.
A Shepherdstown West Virginia resident testifies that a single bottle of Dr King’s New Discovery cured her year long bronchitis after trying many remedies. The advertisement claims the medicine is infallible for coughs croup whooping cough pneumonia and consumption and offers trial bottles free with regular sizes priced at 50 cents and one dollar.
Dr Bergin of Pana Illinois recommends Ballard's Snow Liniment to farmers for burns and minor injuries. It is described as a reliable emergency remedy and is sold at Oxford Pharmacy in 25c 60c and 1.00 prices.
A brief drug advertisement claims the product cures colds with laxative Bromo Quinine. Each box bears E W Grove’s signature and costs 25 cents with money back if it fails to cure.
Ad promotes Grov Tastelesa Chill Tonic as a malaria remedy with chills and fever claims. It touts a tasteless form and offers no heart or pay, pricing the bottle at 60 cents.
A call for universal participation and voting without personal bias. It urges evaluating capability and integrity before choosing leaders, trusting that honest effort yields comfort despite imperfect results.
A local notice stresses high death risk from colic and cholera morbus and urges keeping Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy at hand. The medicine is praised as reliable and life saving and is offered for sale by R R Chilton & Co.
Patterson Louisiana resident Mrs Frank Chiasson writes on June 8 1901 that malaria fever faded after stopping doctors medicines and using a sample bottle of Herbine. She bought two bottles at 60 cents each from Oxford and fully recovered, recommending the remedy to others suffering malaria.
An exchange muses on the unknowns of day and night and the mixed reactions humanity would feel if the future were revealed. It contrasts trembling and pale anticipation with rejoicing, singing, and lullabies, noting some would mourn while others would rejoice at a revealed panorama.
A Century magazine excerpt argues that many notable figures across ranks, from royalty to presidents and writers, were practical printers. It claims printers shaped achievement and that brains matter more than status, listing figures such as Caxton, Dickens, Twain, and politicians, asserting thousands of brilliant minds hail from printer trades.
A north era patient describes aching fatigue and sluggish digestion from winter buildup. Herbine is advertised to remove waste, improve secretions, and restore strength, with a 25 cent price at the Oxford Pharmacy.
A farmer, doubled with rheumatism, was given a free trial bottle of Chamberlain's Pain Balm by C P Rayder of Patterns Mills. Days later he returned, paid a dollar for a fresh bottle, and said it keeps him in good shape at home. Sold by R R Chilton Co.
J A Gulledge of Verbena Alabama endured a severe case of piles with 24 tumors and hospital stays. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve halted inflammation and cured him after other remedies failed, offered at 25 cents by A H Kendal and sold by R R Chilton & Co druggists with optional Oleval tablets suggested.
Rainy weather improves prospects for a good crop this year. Many residents cannot afford tuck purchases due to poor crops in recent years. No preaching at Harmon ton last Sunday. Planning nice services at Methodist Church on the fourth Sunday led by Bro. Graves with singing by M. L. Childress. Best wishes from A. B. C. to THE EAGLE readers.
List of unclaimed mail matter left in the Oxford Mississippi Post Office for the week ending May 16 1903. Names include Morris Frank Wilkie F C Ced age 8 Samu M Jarrett J W Hudson J L Strothes Miss Love Ivey Mrs Lula Gordon Miss Lula Graham Miss Daisy Hickey Mrs M E Friend F Charley Baddle Miss Varoline Thomas Edwin D Peguea Miss Lillian. Call for letters by number and advertised date. E 8 Pierce P M.
The excerpt highlights the Chi ld-Herald’s humor driven by John T. McCutcheon cartoons and the Alternating Currents column by E. Kiser. It notes a Sunday comic section designed to amuse readers and mentions a local seller R. R. Chilton &.
John H. Rogers of Pachu ta shares a simple potato bug remedy. Boil cedar leaves to make a strong tea and spray potatoes, repeating as bugs reappear. The cedar tea is safer than Parig green, causes no potato burns, works quickly, and cows may drink it if exposed.
An advertisement touts White's Cream Vermifuge as a world renowned worm destroyer and tonic for weak children. It claims to neutralize stomach acidity, aid digestion, strengthen the nervous system, and restore health and energy. Promotes a 25 cent price at the Oxford venue.
A promotional item touts Dr H Turner of Dempseytown JA claiming nightly doses restore youthfulness with Life Pills. It cites Stillwater Minn customer Joseph Pominville and druggists R ER Chilton Co offering Chamberlain stomach and liver tablets at 25 to 26 cents per box.
Northmehovpeny Pa doctor T G Merritt reports a stomach ulcer case improved after administering Electric Bitters. He notes the remedy aids stomach liver and kidney troubles with rapid relief and recommends them for dyspepsia constipation and related issues. Sold for 50 cents at A H Bendel.
Hon E F Noel spoke before a large court crowd about his candidacy for governor. The Mississippi figure was praised for character and ability and received frequent applause. The audience showed strong support for his political strength in the county.
Thirty new mills were built in the State in the last twelve months with several more chartered. The progress mirrors Texas growth, placing the state at the forefront of the industry versus others.
H P Burbage, a law student in Greenville D C, suffered a four to five year cough that alarmed him he feared tuberculosis. After trying Chamberlains Cough Remedy he reports a remarkable improvement after using two bottles and is now cured. Sold by R B Chilton & Co.
The Sunday event at the Methodist church featured singing by Prof. Enos Faust, a welcome address, primary speeches, and public offerings. A 2:20 p.m. sermon by Rev. R. I. Allen on Christian Education followed a bountiful grove dinner. Senator Noel gains county support, with Hazlehurst and Urgstal Springs leading his wave per the Hazlehurst Courier.
Dan A Briggs of Glasgow Kentucky says eczema was so bad he slept little until using Paracamph. He reports rapid relief after one application and swears by the product for skin irritations. Paracamph cools soothes and heals. Try a 25 cent bottle. Forsale by A H Kendel. Subscribe for THE EAGLE.
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