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Newspaper

Oxford Eagle

Location

Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1916

Page

3

Ole Miss Neatly Defeats Jonesboro Agricultural in Gridiron

The Mississippian reports Ole Miss slid past Jonesboro Agricultural School 19 to 0 with Campbell Neeley and Buntin starring on defense and Dear adding the first season kickoff. McCall and Ball produced key runs while the Aggies struggled with weight and teamwork in the decisive fourth period.

Ole Miss Jonesboro Agricultural School College Jonesbeorn Aggies Campbell Ball Neeley McCall Buntin Dear Jeffrics Harris Soi McCall Fellows Bantin Jonesboro Larry Ole Misa Watson Jeffries Harb Ceph Jamesbere Bear Burstin Liam Captain Dear

Ole Miss Tops Aggies In Long Scramble On Final Drive

Ole Miss defeats Texas A&M 3 2 on a late drive with Campbell scoring twice and Buntin adding a TD. Geary Tankersley and Henderson lead a rugged line with McCall and Dear exchanging carries. Substitutions include Powers Dear Lilliebridge and Hill. Referees Sullivan Harding Branham officiated the game played in tense fourth quarter.

Ohe Missag Geary Tankers Sa Henderson Benton Yarboro T. H. Mosher Watson L. T. Jeffries Shawman Buford McCall Larry Ball LE Harb Neeley Stirling Campbell Ole Miss Powers Henson Dear McCall Lilliebridge Buntin Neeley Jonesboro Hill Jeffries Lytle Campbell

What Stanley Burt Has Done You Can Do

Lafayette county faced widespread cotton losses from boll weevil damage and many sought guidance. Stanley Burt, on a worn farm in Burgis, transformed his operation by shifting to cattle, producing 40 calves this year and selling them for a net gain, plus 1500 bushels of corn and substantial hay, with minimal costs beyond vaccination and pasture. He invites fellow farmers to learn from his approach to endure boll weevil ravages.

Lafayette County Stanley Burt Burgis Burt Farmer

Bases TG Top Now Sorts Vouged for Telit Siva

A compact note indicates Bases TG scoring moves in a top ranking update as Telit Siva gains momentum. Key entities referenced include Bases TG and Telit Siva with no additional context.

Telit Siva

Consolidation Advocated To Strengthen Rural Schools

The text argues for school consolidation to create economical, efficient districts with longer terms, larger classes, and opportunities for high schools, libraries, and social use of schoolhouses. It cites Mississippi’s 1910 consolidation law, its 1912 amendment, and growth to 175 schools by 1914, noting progress mainly in South Mississippi and Pearl River County.

Mississippi Pearl River County Board of Supervisors

Professor and Miss Marquette Confront Gossip

In a tense exchange, Professor Hysan asks about gossip within the orchid family while Miss Marquette refuses to share due to learned decorum. The dialogue highlights restraint and propriety in social discourse.

Hysan Miss Marquette

Nutty Remarks About Freshman Haircuts and Class Attendance

A playful exchange mocks freshman hair cutting and high class truancy. Bondy references his horse General while a freshman mutters under breath. The dialogue hints at attitude and streetwise humor in a school setting.

Bondy General

Hiler Veterinary Surgeon and Dentist Denistry

A. V. Hiler advertis es veterinary dentistry for horses noting rough teeth cause mouth lacerations and pain leading to abnormal head carriage during eating and poor coat condition as a result of dental issues.

Catarrh Cure Not Found in Historic Warning

Brief note from a historical medical column cautions that catarrh cannot be cured by available remedies of the era. It highlights persistent symptoms and calls for cautious treatment approaches.

Back Pain Relief Guidance

The fragment suggests easing lame backs and neuralgia like pains with unspecified methods. It hints at rheumatic type discomfort and general advice without clear treatment details or proven remedies.

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