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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1908
Page
2
A fragmented account mixes political rants and sensational notes about doctors in Japan, tainted marriages, battleship tours, and a weather forecast. It jokes about Taft, Roosevelt, and Populists while critiquing campaigns, Congress, and railroads as it skims global events and local curiosities.
A historical call urges Mississippians to seize agricultural and educational chances as rising prices for staples boost farming prospects. It warns against ragtime culture and praises university improvements, faculty changes, and campus events shaping future prosperity in the state.
The obituary honors Pearl Simmons Hyde born March 2, 1963 in LePayette County. It notes she taught in Lafayette County and nearby areas, married William Slyde for 23 days before her death on April 21, and built a home church with him. It recalls her devotion, community impact, and the testimony of a life lived in faith and service.
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An advertisement touts McGee's Baby Elisir as a remedy for crying infants with teething troubles and upset stomachs. It claims the elixir soothes nerves and promotes healthy sleep, priced at 2 shillings and 9 1/2 pence per bottle, sold by A. Hendei.
A customer from Mims Florida reports rapid cure of dermatitis after using D D D Prescription external watch style remedy. The letter praises the product, urging others to try it, claims low cost and no stomach medication, and invites readers to visit Hilson & Co for a free book and directions.
A Charleston court session drew a large audience as candidates spoke on national and state issues. Hon. H. K. Mahon presented a clear, persuasive address, praised as a rising young leader in state politics. The Herald praised his ability and potential impact on forthcoming campaigns. Chamylain’s Pain Balm is advertised as relief for rheumatism with a 25 cent price and widespread druggist availability. A living skeleton warning promotes White’s Cream Vermifuge as a worm expeller and tonic for babies, priced 25 cents and sold by A. H. Rendel.
The document lists J T Hagan and others as incorporators for the Lyle Hardwood Lumber Company with domicile in Lafayette County Mississippi and aims to operate lumber business. Capital stock seven thousand dollars with one hundred dollar par value. Fourteen-year term and governance by a board of directors, president, vice president, secretary and treasurer. Official acknowledgments by Hagan and Lyle and notary details dated May 2, 1910.
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