Eliza A Thompson Editor at The Oxford Eagle
Eliza A Thompson serves as editor of The Oxford Eagle on a Thursday in May 1914, guiding the paper’s editorial voice and local coverage.
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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1914
Page
2
Announcement of Hox Hungri D StrP Candidacy in 2nd District
We are authorized to announce Hox Hungri D StrP as a candidate for re election in the second congressional district subject to the action of the Democratic primary.
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Hox
Hungri
Ancrees
Elect J Ler Batts in third district race and local notices
The piece notes J Ler Batts of Pittsboro Calhoun County as a Democratic primary candidate for Circuit Judge in the third district. It reports the Kilmichael Record’s suspension due to financial issues and mentions fairs planned in Holly Springs Oxford Hernando Grenada and Charleston. Opinion columns urge electing reform candidates and critique Vardaman and Bilbo era loyalties, warning voters to choose allies over adversaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsboro
Calhoun County
Third Judicial District
Kilmichael
Holly Springs
Oxford
Hernando
Grenada
Charleston
Senatoria Democrat
Political pressures flip flops in state race chatter
The piece examines expected gubernatorial contenders in the state, focusing on Bro. Blakeslee and possible alignment with the lieutenant governor as a logical candidate. It argues against support for Blakeslee, citing secret caucus tactics by Vardaman and Bilbo factions and urging fair minded voters to back anti Vardaman, anti Bilbo alternatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josiah
Vardaman
Bilbo
Constable
Waverner
Varduman
Blakeslee
Department of Agriculture and Commerce
Blakesive
Aimee
Bro. Blakeslee
Mr. Blakeslee
Should We Beautify The Home In The Country
A short discussion from a Southern farmers meeting urges beautifying homes through painting lawns and flowers. It argues appearances uplift mood and attract people, noting immediate transformation from shabby to charming. A second item notes the State Bar Association backing constitutional amendments for the state supreme court and broad public interest in passage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Bar Association
Supreme Court of
Crystal Springs
The Clean Up Day Encouraged Across State
The greatest day in this state is the annual clean up day when officials schools churches civic groups and laymen work together. Cities towns and villages present a new appearance and sanitation improves public health. Let the idea grow and be encouraged.
Oxford High School Close Performs Kentucky Belle
The 1913 14 Oxford Graded Schools session capped Tuesday with the senior play Kentucky Belle at the New Lyric Theater. Graduation exercises followed with diplomas awarded to 26 seniors led by Supt. G G Hurst and principal remarks by Rev K S Lewis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senor
Oxford High Schoo
Lyric Theater
Oxford Graded Schools
New Lyric
James Z. George
Mary George Kincatin
Schon
G. G. Marst
Florrie Friedman
Baus William Lewis Clase
Dale Brummett
Clasa
Edward Lewis
Mary Louise Pegues
Marvel Ramey
G. G. Hurst
Premium Cattle Show Opens at Mississippi State Fair
Lespedera Farm of Hickory Valley Tennessee offers premiums for best steer or heifer calf born after September 1 1913 sired by a registered Short horn bull and out of scrub cattle. First prize is a registered two year old Shorthorn heifer. Open to Tennessee Arkansas Louisiana Mississippi Alabama Georgia North Carolina South Carolina exhibitors. Entries due by September 1 1914.
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Lespedera Farm
Hickory Valley
Tennessee
Jackson
Todiat
Fair Association
Lespedera
Express
Cattle Department
Howeve
Arkansas
Louisiana
Mississippi
Alabama
Preridy
Georgia
North
South
Carolna
Stomach Trouble Restored by Peruna Remedy
Mrs Wilson Robiron of Toledo Ohio reports dramatic stomach relief after using Peruna claiming pain relief belching gone and weight gain. She urges others to try Peruna noting quick improvement and availability of Peruna Tablets for those who object to liquids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson Robiron
Nesslett
Toledo
Ohio
Wilken Robison
Mississippi Press Association Holds 49th Annual Session
The Mississippi Press Association met in Jackson with a strong program despite smaller attendance. Highlights included gracious hosting by the city, musical proceedings, and speeches by M. W. Connolly and Col. Geo. Soule. S.C. Glasseo was elected president. S. Joe Owen and James Faulk named vice presidents. W. Alfred Bean became secretary. West Point chosen as next meeting site.
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Mississippi Press Association
Jackson
J. Taylor
Board of Trade
M. W. Connolly
News Scimitar
Col. Geo. Soule
New Orleans
S.C. Glasseo
Cleaveland Enterprise
Joe Owen
New Albany Gacette
James Faulk
Green County Herald
W. Alfred Bean
Amory
West Point
Petition Circulation on Lafayette County Road Matters
Citizens are asked to understand the numerous petitions circulating about road issues. The notice urges voters to read and sign only after full understanding of future consequences. Signed May 26 1914 by J L Cluartox Justice of the Peace Beat 3.
Notice To Creditors of Oxford Oil Mill Company
Creditors of the Oxford Oil Mill Company are asked to present claims by June 1, 1914 for allowance. Directors will review each claim and approve those with no objections. Dated May Wah Day 1014 Oxford Oil Mill Co Ry, W. D. Porter, Secretary & Treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oxford Oil Mill Company
Oxford Oil Mill Co
Proeras
Lavalidation
Ft Creditore
Oil Mill Co
Oxford i) Mill Co Ry
W. D. Porter
Mississippi Lafayette County Roads and Bridges Sealed Bids Call
The Lafayette County Clerk invites sealed bids by 12 noon June 2, 1914 for multiple road and bridge projects. Work includes road links 127 60 and 4 211 and 108 plus bridges over slough Toby Tabby Creek and Clear Creek on various routes. Plans and specs are in the Chancery Clerk's office. contract goes to lowest responsible bidder with board reserving right to reject all bids.
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State OF Mississippi
Lafayette
Taylor and Panola
Slough
Yorona River
Sardis
Water Valley
Batesville
Toby
Aervehardh
Markell’s
Oxford
Taylor Road
Clear Creek
Memphis
Coffeeville Road
Mle
Chancery Clerk's
Board of Supervisors
M. Woouwarp
Chartery
G. A. Woouwarp
D.C
Sealed bids invited for dormitory at Lafayette County High
Beilders notice bids for erection of a dormitory at Lafayette County Agricultural High School located five miles northwest of Oxford. Bid deposits of 200 by certified check required to guarantee faithful performance and bond. Checks payable to Trustees of Lafayette County Agricultural High School. returned if bids rejected or bond signed with contract. Plans and specs at County Superintendent's office in Oxford from May 22. Bids due to trustees by 2 o'clock May 29. Board may reject any or all bids. By H T Smith Chairman Trustees Agricultural School.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lafayette County Agricultural High School
Oxford
Frans
Oxtord
Trustees Agricultural School
H.T Smith
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