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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1913
Page
1
Mrs Merriwid and Aunt Jane debate Mr Chestie and a woman's place while moralizing about fire and fate. The exchange reveals flirtation, social norms, and hints of future confession amid playful irony and village satire.
E W Hawkes notes the Eskimo life governed by custom and public opinion. A converted tribal elder on Diomede faced banishment from ritual roles, yet his steadfast Christian faith earned him admiration as he helped others and resisted witch doctoring.
John Burroughs recalls an Atlantic Monthly observation of a wild sunflower forcing its way through asphalt pavement. The plant's folded leaves bulge and split the surface, suggesting the fore exerted must have been many pounds, a feat unlikely for the strongest man.
A poetic sketch envisions a future where machines do all work and workers sync with music. It hints at mechanized labor rhythms and a chorus accompanying orchestrated performances in a modern era.
President Woodrow Wilson oversaw the detonation at 2 02 pm dismantling part of the Gamboa Dike as spectators watched from the Panama Canal zone. A 60 foot wide section was ripped free and the blast created a water mud and rock shower. Lieut Col David Dubose Gaillard who directed Culebra cut operations lay dying in Baltimore hospital nearby.
Secretary of State Bryan and Mrs. Bryan left quickly for Washington after cancelling a planned stop at East Radford Virginia.
Samuel Untermeyer of New York praised the currency bill in Boston addressing the Economic Club. He said the bill has minor defects but would relax the strangle hold of a few men in Newark over the country money and credits.
Washington reports conservative expressions by Democrats in loose sympathy with the administration lead to a general belief that the currency bill's path has been smoothed.
Washington report notes the house approved the urgent deficiency appropriation by a tight 111 to 106 vote after receding from conferees and concurring with the senate amendment to the urgent deficiency appropriation bill.
The government intends to spend profitably in ten years one million dollars on reclaiming arid semi arid and swamp lands west of the Missouri River, as stated by Secretary Lane of the Interior Department.
A Norfolk special reports a tornado near the city that killed three people and caused damage. The storm disrupted the area with debris, power outages, and emergency responses underway.
President Wilson opposes a congressional recess, urging continuous debate on the currency bill. He favors steady Senate consideration and aims for passage before the December session, while allowing refined changes if the Senate improves the House plan.
Speculation swirls over Provisional President Huerta after the coup Wetat in Mexico. Observers split between a potential army split driven by dissatisfaction with Huerta and those who defend his move as the only feasible course, noting deputies and deputies’ mood could shift allegiance.
The weather bureau indicates a fall weather pattern approaching Washington with cooler temperatures and potential winds. Forecasters describe unsettled conditions and precipitation chances as the season shifts.
Timothy L. Woodruff former lieutenant governor of New York state died at 9:15 Sunday night after a two week battle with paralysis following a fusion party rally address in this city. He was 55 years old and had shown brief signs of recovery before the final decline.
Experts from the bureau of foreign and domestic commerce report American egg exports for fiscal 1919 reached 21 million dozen, up sharply from 143 thousand dozen two decades earlier. More than half of the total was sent to Canada.
Wireless from the Carmania reports the Volturno burning amid a gale off the Atlantic after departing Rotterdam for New York. Ten steamers fought for hours to rescue passengers and crew as six lifeboats failed, yielding numerous drownings and an unknown number missing.
Stockholm reports a new steamship company organized locally plans to deploy two passenger vessels of 16,000 tons on the Sweden to United States route in 1914, signaling expansion of transatlantic service.
Washington reports the department of justice has completed the preliminary investigation into the New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad. The closure marks a turning point in the case and sets the stage for possible further action or rejection of charges.
President Wilson appoints Dr Arthur Yager as governor designate of Porto Rico. The Kentucky Georgetown College president receives nomination and his selection will be sent to the Senate for confirmation.
Robert Donaldson former superintendent of navigation of the Pacific Mail Steamship Company lost his appeal and must serve twelve months in jail and pay a fine of 200 for smuggling opium.
Mrs Ida May Keller of Harrisonville Missouri was found guilty of murder for killing her husband and seven year old daughter Margaret. The jury fixed her punishment at life imprisonment.
In Chicago the hearing of arguments on appeal by the structural iron men convicted in the dynamite cases at Indianapolis was scheduled for October 28 29 and 30.
Washington reports Germany has dispatched a warship to Mexican waters amid Huerta’s internal strife. The United States demands protection for deputies imprisoned by Huerta, stressing humanitarian concerns while noting Britain and the monarchs’ interest in the crisis.
The floor clash between Representatives Underwood and Hobson centered on the Alabama senatorial race. Hobson accused Underwood of serving Wall Street and liquor interests, while Underwood retorted with a savage rebuke, recalling Hobson’s Wetumpka remarks and presidential campaign support.
Judge Frank Everett directs Sunflower County grand jury to probe Parchman penitentiary farm graft with secrecy and subpoenas after governor Brewer fails to appear. Jurors vow thorough investigation. witnesses to be called as the term nears end.
A major blaze in Millport Alabama destroyed two cotton warehouses housing about 330 bales. Citizens fought hard to stop the fire from reaching the town. The origin is unknown and the insured cotton belonged to local farmers and merchants. ~10 bales owned by farmers. One warehouse was owned by Farmers' Union. the other by private individuals.
Tr A J McKelway of Atlanta tells the American Prison Association in session that child labor and accompanying poverty are major causes of crime among both adults and youths.
A car with five Clarkdale residents including assistant banker H. Kimbrell and Mrs W J Heal with three children overturned on the return from Friars Point. Injuries were sustained by several occupants though details are limited.
William S. Luckey won the main prize of 100 horsepower biplane race totaling about 60 miles from Oakwood Heights Staten Island to Manhattan and back in 52 minutes 54 seconds earning $1000. Charles F. Nites took second prize in a similar craft for $750.
The jury in the Tanner damage suit remained locked out after 36 hours with the court meeting Friday and reports saying they were hopelessly mixed over the questions involved.
New Albany officers pursue a clew in the death of Sadie Wells the negro woman found dead in the Tallahatchie River two miles south of town. Relatives claim she argued with Hob Davis the night of the incident and a white man saw Davis return with a woman's hat. Wells has not been seen since.
Public health service notes yellow fever in Carmen and Campeche Mexico where American refugees are fleeing to the United States. The report highlights swift monitoring of disease among fleeing migrants and potential public health implications.
Announcement states William Ledbetter becomes managing editor of the St. Louis Republic while serving as city editor of the St. Louis Globe-Democrat, signifying a major newsroom reshuffle in St. Louis journalism.
Newburg reports the directors of Hamburg American Line propose increasing capital by 7.5 million dollars. The plan, to be voted at a special stockholders meeting, aims to expand the freight fleet for the Panama Canal opening and establish a bag and cargo service.
Jackson reports that the penitentiary may need another emergency loan before year end as funds will run out. Trustees adopted a resolution noting that the $225,000 annual appropriation and $25,000 special fund will be exhausted by February 1, 1914.
Sunflower county grand jury awaits Gov. Brewer and detectives to review Parchman penitentiary graft evidence. Public sentiment calls for a complete purge of graft and fraud, with indictments expected after the governor presents his evidence. Brewer, fishing nearby, was due to arrive in Jackson from Pass Christian.
The first electric car in Mississippi arrives on the New Grivans at Jackson to run from Columbus via the New Grivans line. It seats 5 passengers with 85 seating capacity and a baggage compartment, aims to travel 6 miles per hour hauling two terminal cars, and will replace the steam train on a Saturday or Sunday test run.
The Pickens graded school opened in a modern brick building praised for fine workmanship. The ceremony featured ample preparation and bright exercises, described as worthy of any town and fully comparable with the best.
Sheriff Peters received a letter from the mother of James Mixon an insane man said to be a Mississippi heir and son of a wealthy Crawford county family. The self styled minister James M MacCarthan was judged insane by County Judge Stirbird and conf in Crawford county and is now confined in the seylum.
The Jackson Juvenile Reformatory Association formed at a meeting of Bible class members. Chief Justice Sidney Smith of the Mississippi Supreme Court was elected president. The group will push a bill at the next legislature session to establish a reformatory for boys.
According to A. R. K. Epperson official cotton reporter for Hinds county, 412 more bales were received by Sept 25 this year than by the same date in 1912.
Eighteen of forty one examinees on the Mississippi state board of pharmacy exams scored 75 or higher and will receive pharmacist licenses.
Eight pastoral charges around Houston gathered with Presiding Elder J. W. Bell for the quarterly conference. J. E. Gauly of Calhoun City preached and dinner followed in a lawn picnic setting. Afternoon business was conducted.
The Tate county fair opened in Senatobia for a four day session drawing large attendance.
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