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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1914
Page
3
Oxford readers learn of Thanksgiving turkey sales, political activity with the municipal election second primary, and visits from notable guests. Obituaries note the death of an infant, and local society reports mention birthdays, funerals, and the cast of residents visiting relatives.
Mr H D West of Blunfield Virginia and Miss Carrie May Walton of Aberdeen were married at the bride’s sister Mrs Willis house on University Street by Rev J E Brown. The couple departed for early northern destinations.
On Sunday next November 22 Bishop Bratton of Mississippi will preach and administer Confirmation at 11 a.m. in the Episcopal church. At 7 15 p.m. he will preach to the Y M C A in their Hall on the Campus. You are cordially invited to attend these services.
After years of suffering and partial blindness, J. T. Chambers died at his North Oxford home Sunday night. He bore his afflictions with fortitude and was glad to rest. Survived by a devoted wife an aged mother and a brother. Remains interred Monday with service by Rev. J. L Brown.
Readers with outstanding one year or longer Eagle subscriptions are asked to attend to accounts. The notices describe small owed amounts and request prompt payment, thanking subscribers in advance for clearing balances.
Card of Thanks expresses gratitude for kindnesses shown during bereavement for Mes Caner C. Caampers. Also includes two classified items: a farm bargain near Oxford Texas trade offer, and a dairy cattle sale with equipment and monthly revenue.
C R Delbridge of Oxford Mississippi Route 3 advertises 150 acres of Bermuda pasture for cattle at $1.00 per month per head. The notice seeks buyers and contact for arrangements.
A gold coin from 1834 and a small amount of change were lost Saturday evening between the d and public agnere. A reward is offered for return to G. G. Wilson.
Our illustrated catalog explains how we train the barber trade quickly and mail it free. Moler Bar ber College of New Orleans offers instruction by mail and in person for rapid proficiency.
Advice emphasizes avoiding sedative cough medicines and urges careful consideration of treatments for bronchitis occurrences. The message underscores direct contribution to addressing respiratory illness concerns and seeks safer medical options.
November term records show iJoe Wilson Court House janitor status, various road work payments, printing, and salary items. Resignation of Game Warden discussed. exemptions granted for 1914 road and poll tax. list of authorized payments to W M Woodward, EE Temple, AC Bramsett, and others for Lanney case of Will Young. county expenses include courthouse utilities and supplies.
An advertisement from J Chenet & Co Toledo offers one hundred dollars for any case of deafness caused by catarrh that cannot be cured by Halls Catarrh Cure. The copy promotes a free circular and presents a dubious medical claim.
A Oxford citizen testimonial extols Dean's Kidney Pills for back pain and weak kidneys. J M Sanders blacksmith at South Street Oxfeave reports nightly trips to the bathroom and general fatigue, claiming relief after using Dean's Kidney Pills bought at Kendal's Drug Store. Foster Milburn Co. props Buffalo NY.
The Lafayette County Board of Supervisors orders an election on December 12, 1914 at Dillards School House in the Clear Creek District to decide if the district will adopt Chapter 149 Laws 1910 to construct and maintain public highways. A counter petition protested the bonds and adoption.
A vintage ad touts Dr Ball's Pine Tar Honey to soothe irritated air passages and loosen mucus, claiming it helps adults and children. It stresses quick relief from coughing and croup like symptoms, urging readers to keep it on hand and buy from druggists.
An advertisement touts Peruna as an up-to-date cure for colds with over thirty years of use. It claims cold exposure from poorly ventilated or crowded rooms, damp air, and poor heating can trigger colds and asserts Peruna prevents them when taken at first symptoms. Includes testimonials from Mr. Mosher Street Baltimore and Mrs. Jones in Minnesota.
Mississippi citizens petition Governor Brower for executive clemency for J B Hall a white man serving a life sentence for rape in Lafayette County Circuit Court 1906 eight years served. They cite good conduct old age and long residence as reasons for mercy. Signed by local residents including J T Borrow T J Harkins Marchbanks John Sutherland and others.
E E Temple sheriff of Lafayette County Mississippi will sell December 7 1914 at Oxford Court House for cash the rights of Berry and Robert Cochran in two parcels of land totaling about 287 acres to satisfy a October 1914 judgment of 80.57 and costs in favor of H W Spalding F E Spalding and E H Spalding doing business as Spalding Mfg Co. Title believed good but sold as sheriff.
In the Chancery Court of Lafayette County Mississippi G C McElroy administrator on the estate of T L Landreth deceased gives notice that letters of administration were granted October 27 1914. Creditors must register and probate all claims within one year or be barred. Attorney L C Andrews represents the administrator.
The Mississippi Board orders two year protection in Lafayette County forbidding shooting wounding or killing partridges quail and doves under Chapter 37 for 1906. Violations carry a misdemeanor with fines up to ten dollars per offense and escalating penalties including jail time.
A Mississippi report claims Mayr's Wonderful Stomach Remedy eases stomach disorders and digestive complaints. Grover Miller of Corinth reportedly gained weight after using the remedy, with testimonials from various readers praising rapid relief and avoidance of surgery. The ad asserts the product clears mucus and toxins, cleanses the system, and is widely available through Dr. R. R. Chiltos and Co. and other outlets.
Thousands suffer coughs from throat and bronchial irritation. A new discovery claims to soothe inflammation and relax the membranes with a plant-based formula. A Texas reader endorses Dr King’s remedy for quick relief.
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