03 Sep 1908
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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1908
Page
1
A collage of sensationalized notes mocks Democratic and Republican figures with remarks on candidates like Captain Thomas Spight and Hugh Matson. It also jokes about journalistic yellow press, war talk, and assorted political quips amid current events and public figures.
A call for modern agricultural practices contrasts stubborn old routines with progressive methods in LaFayette county. The article argues outdated prep and planting habits keep lands worn, fences dilapidated, and productivity low, urging farmers to abandon narrow thinking and embrace new techniques for national and state development.
A local advocate argues for a two mill city levy to maintain nine months of schooling and to support a planned eleventh grade enhancement. The piece notes state standards, university ties, teacher salaries, and the need for taxpayer consent while appealing to civic duty and community benefit.
The Mississippi Senator Hugh K. Mahon is praised across multiple papers as a capable lawyer and devoted public servant. Voters are urged to support his bid, noting his leadership on constitutional issues and agricultural reform. The sources describe him as diligent, honest, and well regarded by constituents and colleagues.
Insignificant remarks about a schoolmaster abroad clash with calls for allies to secure a majority in support of the school. Taxpayer voices urge rescue and unity to fund education amid controversy.
The third peony meeting of LaFayette County Camp is set for Monday September 1. Veterans able to attend are urged to join. Pension Commissioners will also convene that day to handle applications. J L Shinault Commissioner G H Evans Adjutant.
Public notice announces sealed bids due noon on September 4 for constructing a bridge across the Yocona River on the Oxford and Serepta road near the late J. M. Gilmer home. Bids must follow plans on file and bond equal to twice the bid. Board may reject all bids. lowest responsive bid may be accepted. Oxford Miss August 1903. Examinations for teachers set for September dates for white and colored teachers with the county superintendent in charge.
Notices announce required appearances for non residents in LaFayette County Chancery Court. William Haley of Bloomington Illinois must answer a suit by Mrs Louise Haley. S. H. Gean of Nashville Tennessee is also summoned in a separate case. a local farmer advertises a five mile east of Oxford farm for sale with easy payments.
Property in Oxford advertises a hotel and grocery with nine furnished rooms and stock of groceries. Seller Mrs M Franklin & Sons seeks to sell and retire to different business while offering to contract families to gather cotton bales and notes free wood and water. J Le CiacuE
J W Jenkins, of bape Hill, endorses Becklen's Arnica Salve as the best salve for cuts burns and wounds. He claims it cured a felon on his family and always heals sore parts. Available for 25 cents at the drug store near Are you just barely wetting around or toe aid of crutches of a cawet Un hea You have lost a i a D or have a de formity. if your trouble is rheumatism... or any tog of like Bature. Also advertised by A J Rendesz.
Fragmentary notice urges health by citing a supposed liver function as essential to overall well being. The text mentions a person or author A. W M. Keadei and a reference to Jisiaru’s Her Die Maker as a focus, but readability is low and specifics are unclear.
A fragmented local page lists patent medicines and warnings beside a weekly postal directory for Oxford Mississippi. It includes Chadverlain's Pala Gal cures, Chamberlain's remedies, and White's Worm Expug治 with miscellaneous names and post office notes.
A mixed page note contains a Devoe paint advertisement arguing value of quality over price and praising pure durable paint. It includes a testimonial for Dr King s New Discovery curing coughs and lung troubles, with prices and a local seller recommendation.
Roads in our vicinity are in excellent condition. Laurelle and Nona Prater have returned from Tennessee. Mrs Holder Hall and daughter Minnie Lee Harris of Memphis visit relatives here. Carra McClarty spent a week in Oxford with her sister. Henry Stephens has been quite sick recently. Mrs R F Kimmons of Water Valley visited her sister. Abbeville resident seriously ill for two weeks. Rev Borum of Oxford preached at Union Grove. Meeting begins at Mt Zion Sunday with Rev Alonzo Robertson of Arkansas expected. Mrs Wm McBride and Mrs Fount Callaway of Oxford here Tuesday. Ladies in neighborhood gathered in afternoon service led by Mrs McBride on How to Study the Bible.
An article notes Dr. Decature Dennis, a Chicago skin specialist, discovering that wintergreen oil mixed with simple ingredients forms an eczema cure. The author promotes a patent remedy called I. D. D. Prescription sold by KR. Chilton & Co. of Oxford, Mississippi, and asserts the treatment removes itching and avoids harmful drugs.
A Mississippi reader Mrs. A J Conner of College Hill Oxford reports relief from back pain and kidney trouble after using Doan s Kidney Pills from Kendal drug store. The traveling salesman Sam A Garber recounts aiding a passenger with a case using Bayer Casmoralain and other remedies on a train to LeGrande Oregon. Also testimonials claim Dr Kings New Life Pills ease constipation and discomfort.
S. S. Webster, Agent in Oxford advertises the Mene Sewing Machine and Wheeler and Wilson Machines. Encourages calling to examine machines and prices with reasonable terms and guaranteed satisfaction. Residence listed on University Avenue previously occupied by Levin Lakely to W. D. Porter at Merchants and Farmers Bank.
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