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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1918
Page
4
The Oxford Eagle reports wartime unity calls and political caution from the Council of Defense in a Mr. Sommerville comment. It notes rumors of a German peace terms acceptance, influenza sickness thinning the office staff, and appeals readers to support the paper during disrupted operations.
The article notes Lafayette County aims to go over the top in the Fourth Liberty Loan despite influenza hampering meetings and rallies. It highlights Geo. M. Knight and Charlie Sisk as busy leaders, with Robert L. Tomlinson and local women also contributing amid campaign constraints.
The Eagle defends President Wilson and the Allied war effort amid a contested editorial titled That Peace Proposal. G W Price asserts no peace while Germany remains at war and urges unconditional surrender, arguing for strong civic resolve and support for government actions.
A public notice argues against amending the state constitution to lower the governor age from thirty to twenty one. It contends experience and maturity matter for the office, noting other high state roles require older ages and urging voters to reject the proposal at the polls.
A 1918 editorial appeal urges readers to buy war bonds in amounts from 50 dollars with 10 percent down and monthly payments. It stresses aiding frontline troops and emphasizes the return with interest. The piece notes an investigation by a committee and names J. K. Shinault as the article's author.
A Newton Record editorial urges voters to act against a proposed amendment, warning it will be carried forward by proponents without public scrutiny. The piece advocates caution and decisive polling choices.
Dr. W S Leathers reports rising influenza statewide. Following his order, Mayor Scott and the city commission postpone the Mississippi state fair indefinitely. Many exhibits have arrived and been installed. City Health Officer H F Magee says Jackson's situation is much improved.
Walter J. Bruce and family thank the efficient fire crew and all friends and neighbors for helping battle a Tuesday fire that threatened their home and contents.
Acknowledges friends and neighbors for kindness during illness and death of husband and father Rev. J. A. Vaughn who died September 9, 1918.
Prentiss Stephens eldest son of day was brought to Mt Zion for interment on Wednesday at 11 o clock. He leaves a mother Mrs Stephens and three brothers Messrs John and Edens in Memphis. His sonanee home is noted as his residence.
Farmers urged to boost production to support Allied forces. Guidance favors profitable practices, selling corn at $1.25 per bushel and hogs at $17.50 to $20.00 per cwt. Emphasis on shipping spring pigs weighing 150 pounds or more, feeding car to thrifty hogs, and aligning with government requests. County Agent L A Olson signs.
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