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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1898
Page
3
A scattered, midwestern wire of notes reports on the Mississippi court schedule for a November session, cotton factory ambitions, seed proclamations, and a plan to invest in timber processing. It also mentions Kansas farmers banding together, rising deer prices, and a shared scheme to repay a wheat loss through a loyalty letter campaign led by Joe Lester and the Kansas Partners.
A political candidate pledges fairness and justice for all residents as they advocate for municipal reform. Supporters include community figures who emphasize strengthening the economy and public welfare through prudent leadership and ethical standards.
An obituary recalling Mrs Jolla Bross Holloway wife of Col ina G Holloway in Oxford. She joined the Presbyterian church early and served faithfully. Survived by a sorrowing husband and children, her life and character left a steady impression on friends and community during the yellow fever era.
Mrs Jane Conkey Bascoe widow of H E Bascoe dies two days after her husband. A longtime Oxford Presbyterian and former president of the Woman's Missionary Society she was a leader in good works. Survived by a sister, the family asks for sympathy.
The article reports the death of Mr Kershae a merchant tailor from North Nie Seippi who practiced at the Methodist church. He reportedly fell ill after fever and died two days later leaving a wife and several children. His bereaved family includes Leslie Exteel and others who soon seek a proper burial for him.
In a tribute notice the community recalls Mr Jumper a longtime leading member of Oxford tradesman life. The bereaved wife and daughters receive sincere sympathy as the family copes with the loss.
The fragment recounts a widow in West Virginia, following the life of Judge J W Smiter. The text hints at satire and local district concerns, with references to regional figures and the social impact of the judge’s legacy.
A reverent obituary describes Mrs Smither a year before her marriage to Jedge Seuber as a capable primary teacher and Presbyterian church member. She is praised as a faithful missionary worker, a kind neighbor, and a ministering angel to the sick, mourned by her daughter, the sDcenteon, and a wide circle of friends.
The piece honors Vicer Harris May son of Mr and Mrs T Lee born and raised locally. A graduate of our State University and Sigma Chi member, he died a brave volunteer in Beuagee during an epidemic era. He fulfilled his duty as guard and defender, leaving a broken hearted family.
Was another Oxford reared young man. He resided in the feversincken town and aided in burying the dead. Mr Archibald, from Memphis by trade in real estate, had lately moved to Oxford. A young man of superior intelligence, he traveled through the state. A member of his kin accompanied him to the town. He remained at bed and grew sick bravely aiding the least effort to save the dead. His aged mother, sisters and a brother mourn his loss. We extend our sympathy.
The community mourns the loss of Ariamssa She Was a member of the Presbsterman clare living in Oxford. Her devoted life and two beloved grandchildren will be remembered with sympathy by friends and neighbors in this time of bereavement.
Henry Temple was a respected figure in LaFayette County and brother of Car Neemed Cheat ’tlers E E Temple. He was a genial, gentle citizen who was loved and esteemed by many.
Aged mother, a loving wife, and two brothers mourn the passing of best of Trenca, whose departure leaves family in sorrow. The brief notice honors his memory and ongoing grief within the household.
A longtime local blacksmith known for his faith and service in the Baptist church is mourned by a wife and several sons and daughters. The obituary notes a nameless life that left a lasting, if unglamorous, example to many in the town.
The obituary notes Joe Montgomery son of Mr and Mrs J A Montgomery died after reaching manhood. It states he remained bravely at his post of duty and expresses sympathy from the bereaved parents and the entire community.
A North Mississippi Conference gathering at Aberdeeen netmont with Bishop Joseph S Key presiding honors local volunteers who faced yellow fever. Dr R K M Standefer and Rev W D Heddieston are among those praised for protecting town and comforting the sick and burying the dead.
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