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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1906
Page
3
Oxford updates report residents returning to health and work, new job at Merchants & Farmers Bank, houses being completed, visits from relatives, and social events. Also listed are sales, notices, and upcoming events including a theatre show and church services. Names include Ragland, Lewis, Russell, Somerville, Gean, Hudson, Worley, Young, Brown, and many local households.
Fire broke out yesterday noon at the home of Mr. R H Mc Elroy from a defective Que and the house burned to the ground in a short time. The company responded but heavy damage prevented control. A portion of household goods was saved. We express sympathy to Mr. McElroy in his loss.
Landowners claim possession and forbid all hunting and fishing on their property with penalties under local rules. They advertise enforcement by issuing notices and charging a small monthly fee for each name listed.
Sam McCorkie eldest son of Mr and Mrs J McCorkie died at his parents home eight miles east of Oxford from typhoil fever. He was a moral upright graduate of the State University noted for his service in Corinth and was mourned by the community for his character and influence.
The Victor Agent W. B. McMason advertises the finest musical entertainer and offers Victor Records from a low price. Machines and needles are in stock with catalogs available on request.
About 50 delegates attend the Evangelistic Conference and Synod. The Conference closed last night while the Synod continues through Friday. Distinguished attendees have drawn large public interest and favorable attention at each meeting.
A Jersey cow with a week old calf is offered for sale by J. W. Paixsez. The ad requests interested buyers to apply at the provided contact.
All subscribers of the Oxford Telephone Co. request the roll by numbers to ensure quicker service. If you need boon, call the chief operator for a number. Last season was marasd and gratifying. the public thanks Oxford and surrounding country for support and asks continued patronage.
The Ovancery Court of LaFayette County convenes to hear a case involving J. W. Owens and Miss A J Owens with Memphis Tennessee as the post office, scheduled for the fourth Wednesday of November 108. The document instructs required appearances and actions in the court.
Notice to creditors in the estate of J Narnery deceased. Letters testamentary were issued to the undersigned to administer the estate. Claims must be filed with the Chancery Clerk of La Fayette County Mississippi within one year from notice. Failure to probate and register will bar claim. Witness dated October 6 106. Falxsee and Russell solicitors for compt.
Dr. T O Dorsett a veterinary dentist invites owners to bring horses for a free examination to identify tooth and mouth issues affecting chewing. He promises to treat lameness, sweeny and other conditions and notes his Oxford residence for visits.
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