University growth and court verdicts in Pontotoc 1914
The Oxford Eagle notes a booming University enrollment despite cotton troubles, surpassing five hundred for the first time since the war. In Pontotoc County court, Grover Warren was acquitted of murdering George Blages, while Creed was sentenced to life for killing Pontotoc’s marshal. Judge Claude Clayton praised as a good judge.
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Pontotoc
Grover Warren
George Blages
Mormon
Marshall
Creed
Claude Clayton
The Cotton Situation and Farmer Reliance
The essay argues forecasting cotton outcomes is uncertain. It notes the limited buy-a-bale movement and urges merchants to support cotton purchases. It warns South farmers have relied too long on cotton, urging self sufficiency, reduced credit buying, and home production to solve the cotton problem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North
New Methods urged to end hard times in county
A regional exhortation argues that hard times come from self caused neglect and calls for action. It urges home production, stock raising, dairies, diversification, buying on cash, independent thinking, and fresh business effort to revive towns and farms. It contrasts local hardship with Europe after war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Bilbo Draws Voters in Memorable Oxford Address
Last Monday in Oxford Lieut. Governor Theo G Bilbo spoke to about one thousand voters from across the county. Though inclement weather kept students from attending, many former opponents declared they would support him, praising his courteous manner and a speech regarded as a vote getter. The Lafayette County audience left convinced the next governor of Mississippi would be Bilbo, strengthening the paper’s pro Bilbo stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oxford
Theo. G. Bilbo
Mississippi
Bilbo
Lafayette County
They Make You Feel Good Tablet Ad Slogan
An old advertisement copy touts They Make You Feel Good with 78 oo feet and claims of “hearty condition of boy and mind” produced by Poa s Tablet and sold by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I Poa
Tula News Briefs Highlight Local Happenings
In Tula and nearby towns residents report a post office boom as packages pour in from Columbus. Bundled notes mention illness, visitors, and community events including Dr. Lyles and Edgar Sharp at Memphis Fair, Jim Grimes planning to return, and Lillye Davis heading to Columbus for college.
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Post Office Department
Duff Davis
Tetteras
Columbus
Dexter Davis
Charley Johnson
Wiley Martin
Toccopola
A. E. Harwell
Edgar Sharp
Dr. Lyles
Memphis
Jim Grimes
Tula
Bro Gore
Cleve Lindsey
Home Tolks
Phillip
Tarland
Mack Brown
Davis
Lela Davis
New Mexico
Lillye Davis
Miss Davis
Dr King's New Discovery Promises Quick Cold Relief
A vintage ad extols Dr King s New Discovery for cold relief and coughing, claiming quick relief, anti septic properties, and child friendly formula. The pamphlet notes satisfaction promised with money back, though not guaranteed.
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Ptic
Dr. King
Howe
Ae. Cougham
Lew Chamberlain
Manchester
Ohio
Woney
Vardaman Defends Theo in Mississippi Political Feud
Washington letters reveal Senator James K. Vardaman rebuking Governor Earl Brewer over remarks about Lieut. Gov. Bilbo. Vardaman asserts his own integrity, defends Bilbo’s character, and states he will not intervene in the governor’s political quarrel while preserving his Senate ambitions.
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Jackson
Folfubatag
Capitannece
Ignand
Vardaman
Bilbo
Senate
James K. Vardaman
Miss
Washington, D.C
Washington
Ear
Brewer
D. C
Brewer, Jackson
Washington West
City of
Mississippi
Alon
An Oxford Grocer Endorses Dean's Kidney Pills
An Oxford grocer Mr Burrow of East Street Oxford testifies Dean's Kidney Pills cured his back pain and kidney troubles. He praises Kendal's Drug Store and notes continued relief for his family. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo New York advertises the remedy at 50 cents.
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Mr. Burrow
Eagle
Dean
J.T. Burrow
Grocer
East Street
Oxford
Kendel’s
Iarrow
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
Louisiana Medicine Co. Kidney Remedy Endorsed in Texas Letter
Burkeville Texas July 31 1913 customer R A Hall reports relief from kidney and bladder trouble after using Lonia jana Lon kidney lin e. He says he is entirely cured and credits the remedy with alleviating soreness in the right side. Sold locally by A Kendel and Rowland Drug Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burkeville
Texas
The
Louisiana Medicine Co
New Orleans
R. A. Hall
A. #. Kendel
Rowland Drag Co
Discovery KUYRENDALLS Greaseless Liquid Eczema Remedy
An advertisement touts a grease less liquid eczema remedy claimed to cure eczema teter ring worm poison oak fever blisters frost bites chicken pox prickly heat nettle rash and other conditions. It promises instant relief and a cure when physicians fail with a sale offer to try one bottle.
Batman Manufacturing CQ Grena Mississippi Rowland Drug Co Oxford
Local notice lists Batman Manufacturing Company in Grenada Mississippi and Rowland Drug Company in Oxford Mississippi along with Johny Jones from Taylor Mississippi as named parties or respondents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Batman Manufacturing CQ
Grenada
Mississippi
Rowland Drug Co
Oxford
Miss
Johny Jones
Taylor
Petition for Pardon for John Scott in Lafayette County
Citizens of Lafayette County petition Governor Brewer to grant a pardon to John Scott convicted in 1913 of larceny in Lafayette County. They cite first offense, claimed innocence, alleged local prejudice, respected family ties, and believe he would be a good citizen if pardoned. Petition signed by A F Caldw ay and many others.
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Colonial Hotel
Earl Brewer
County of
Lafayette
John Scott
A. F. CaLtoway
Cham berlain's Tablets Endorsement for Chronic Dyspepsia
An unsolicited testimonial praises Cham berlain's Tablets for chronic dyspepsia. W. G. Mattison of 7 Sherman St Cornerville New York asserts the medicine has done more good than anything else after years of suffering. Sold by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erie
Chamberlain
W. G. Mattison
Sherman St
Cornelleville
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Claims No Sedatives
A dubious advertisement touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as non sedative and curative for pneumonia germs. It asserts worldwide reputation and asserts no morphine content while urging purchase by dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Dr King’s New Life Pills Aimed at Digestive Health
A vintage health ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills for a vigorous stomach and perfect liver function. It promises regular bowel action, relief from constipation, and an overall tonic effect on the body.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
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J. G. McGowen
Tula Communication
Theo
Descredits
Bilbs
Gov. Bilbo
Gov Bilbo
Goveror
United States Senate
United States
Ancle
Bilko
Billie
Cordiafly
Crosset Shoes
Crossett Shoes
Crossett
Byron Mitchell
Memphis, Tenn
Thomas Yates
Oxford Grocer
Louisiana
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