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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1918
Page
2
The town sees a shift away from calomel as Dodson's Liver Tone gains popularity. Advertisements tout safety and better results, with claims of gentle relief for liver issues and constipation. Consumers urged to try the vegetable remedy, offered cheaply and with guarantees.
The article notes American troops in France receive subsidized goods through the Red Triangle Service with prices far lower than U S retailers. It cites post exchanges under Army Navy YMCA management, led by Captain George M. Lynch, and mentions stable prices after initial difficulties and ongoing overseas trips.
An advertisement promotes Herbine as a remedy for irregular bowels and chronic constipation. It claims to purify the system, vitalize the blood, and keep the digestive organs in vigorous condition. Sold by A. H. Kendel.
Mrs. Alice Ethridge of Middlesboro Kentucky praises Vin Hepatica claiming three years of illness eased after use. The ad touts eight herbal remedies for stomach liver and kidney issues and notes sale at Rowland Drug Co.
An American pancake demonstration at the Y M C A Eagle Hut in London delighted King George and Queen Mary. Marines and sailors served 124 cakes to the Teen magazine crowd, a Tennessee boy drew praise with a handshake and a query about America.
Daniel R. Kennedy Jr formerly of Savannah is honored for valor after being gassed at the Chateau Thierry front. He survived the ordeal and is now recovering, sending word that he would pay the price again if required.
A local WWI veteran, formerly with the Mid-Central railroad and later auditor of disbursements for the YMCA, received war medals for bravery. He went overseas February 12, was wounded at Soissons, rescued amid bullets near Worcester, and fared again at Chateau Thierry, earning multiple decorations in three months of action.
Allentown Georgia August 23 Y M C A recruiting chief Dr W W Alexander says the War Work Council needs experienced leaders for Southeast home service camps. The aim is 1006 men for the home camps with 25 men per month per state to support soldiers at Gordon Jackson Wheeler and similar cantonments. He stresses training weeklies to meet growing Cantonment needs.
Avlants Georgia August 25 nearly twenty times the town population swarmed to YMCA huts across seven Southern states during the 1917 1918 fiscal year. About 38 866 950 soldiers wrote letters read literature joined religious services and attended entertainments at Red Triangle buildings on Georgia Alabama Tennessee the Carolinas Mississippi and Florida reservations.
Paris dispatch notes Y M C A divisional commander lauds Henry Lilban and volunteers for front line welfare efforts during drives. Workers moved with troops, manned canteens, dugouts, and post under shellfire, sent funds home, delivered messages, aided the wounded, and acted as stretcher bearers. Laurels given to Henry Hilburn and others from Mississippi.
Letter from National War Council dated October 11 1918 commends Oxford Mississippi men for YMCA service aiding soldiers and fighting on the front. It notes Mr Christian's enlistment and offers to share information. Also brief society notes mention residents moving to Oxford and family visits.
Sixty eight workers in training under the Jewish Welfare Board and King School in New York prepare to join field assignments overseas and in camps. Salvation Army leaders praise the effort and urge example and charitable action from all faiths, as 200 field workers will operate in camps and naval bases under board auspices.
A string of visits and travels is noted across Oxford and surrounding areas. Residents include Mia Smith’s parents Mr and Mrs Vailie visiting from Water Valley, Mr and Mrs Huey from Water Valley, and Rev W D Hedleston whose daughter Mrs Curtiss Crane returned from Korea with her family. Others journeyed to Holly Springs, Tupelo, and Memphis for events and schooling, while students and family members kept close to home through weekends and holidays.
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