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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1901
Page
2
The chief executive calls a season of thanksgiving for enduring peace and prosperity amid epidemics abroad. He praises moral strength and adherence to the law, urging citizens to express gratitude for life and opportunities while sharing joy with others less fortunate.
A garbled OCR page reviews political figures and events including Canadas acquittal and Crowe prospects, critiques of Roosevelt and Taft era strategies, mentions Denmark crop rot, and debates on tariffs and trusts. It references Danbury era politics with names like Becket Beckham and Darbin and discusses U S government finances and sugar industry battles.
An essay laments Southern wastefulness in antebellum farming and industry. It argues land neglect and careless forestry deplete soil, urging fertilization and crop rotation to restore land value and boost home production, reducing dependence on Northern markets and strengthening regional prosperity.
In Memoriam from the Eschelar community on the death of J A Montgomery. The note laments his loss after thirty years of association in business and social life and praises his consoling friendship. Gratitude is expressed to officers and men who endured a three day search to bring the culprits to justice.
Will Mathis admits a life of drink and crime led to the Montgomery killings. He describes his gambling, whisky production, and resentment toward officers, then says Orlando Lester did the shooting on his instruction. Mathis claims he held the pistol. Lester says he pulled the trigger. A large Oxford crowd restrained a lynch mob as Mathis awaited trial.
A notice thanks residents of Tela Delay and neighboring areas for aiding in the search for Wl Mathis. Volunteers express gratitude for hospitality and meals provided, especially Mrs. Charles Coleman. The county extends appreciation for the support and kindness shown during the search. The piece also promotes health products for back pain and kidney concerns.
A special term of the Circuit Court for Lafayette County Mississippi is convened at the Oxford courthouse on Monday December 1901 at 9 AM for twelve days to select grand and petit jurors for criminal cases. The circuit court clerk chancery clerk and sheriff are ordered to draw jurors from the county jury box as required by law. The notice cites the court and county officials directing proceedings.
Fragmented ad like notice lists Pr. 8 Lowery judge and C. E. Siscon clerk and mentions Grove bitters and a special agent A. H. Hendel. It reads as a public sale style notice with sworn names and a price line but no clear action. The text is an OCR fragment with dubious advertisement content.
The world renowned humorist Hovarih, famed for fanny pictures on Sandsy St color pages, joins the St Louis Post Dispatch at a high salary. His legacy with Puck and the New York Weekly boosts the Post Dispatch’s striking humor section and attracts top talent.
From Coopersville Michigan comes a wordy boast of a pleasant tasting remedy to ease a Sed cogga and sinus issues before bed. The ad touts Bite saver bottles at $1.50 and trial bottles to cure two colds in one day, crediting Coach and Works of the Cold Laxative Bromo-.
The notice states bids sealed will be received on November 12 1901 at the specified hour for the keeping of the Town Clock. The board reserves the right to reject any and all bids. B P Gaar Clerk. November 12 1901.
The county laments the murder of Mr John Montgomery as residents note the loss of a brave man following an awful crime. Readers send thanks to Piite for appreciation while Wil Mathe is named in connection with the act and Greenie seeks fresh air outdoors.
An 19th century ad-style text extols devines and patent cures for headaches and general illness. It warns infant mortality is high and promotes White's remedy as preventing disease, while criticizing constipation and waste buildup. BR Chilton & Co lists price and sale through ER Beebites & Co and CAIlions & Co.
Sitor BH writes of two years of efforts to cure tema with Yecklen's Arnica Salve claiming cures for sores and skin diseases. Advertisement notes price 25 cents and lists RB. BR. Chilton & Co. as sellers.
Fragmentary list shows names including Arvel James M. Bryant and Mrs L D among unsettled mail matter. Readable portion indicates a postal record or delivery listing from the week ending November 23, 1901.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a local notice or brief item seeking a person or event. Names and specifics are unclear but the text hints at a public notice or social item in a historic newspaper page.
A. E. Bowen returns home after a period with the Y M V EK. K A Sloan helped Wibcare and invested in five Bee stock of coeds. In Memphis E S McGowain fell from a streetcar injuring an arm but is recovering. Belle and Stella Langie visited Pauline Reynold near Oxford. J W Balfocr in the Delt through Casinesa. Annie Martin Greene of Oxford spent Sunday with her sister at Mrs Wooldridge's. W R Graham of Grand Jace tion visits his mother Mrs Haazzie Graham. Rev. Mr Finley conducted services at the Baptist Church Saturday and Sunday. YaRSLEY
To the Public a notice announces an upcoming sale by R B Chilton. Details unreadable in the fragment but implies a property or asset sale managed by Chilton and associated parties.
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