03 Sep 1914
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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1914
Page
1
The Oxford Eagle details Democratic nominees A A Stephens for Circuit Judge and J L Bates for Congress, urges readers to join a statewide reading campaign, warns about mosquitoes, and notes a rural school housing show with calls for better, affordable log schoolhouses in Lafayette County.
The piece depicts Gov. Bilbo drawing large audiences while his opponents Riley and Tally struggle to gain hearing. It laments Brewer’s betrayals, warns against personal gain, and urges voters to remember duty to the people as Bilbo canvasses on a high plane.
A past note urges Oxford merchants to adopt aggressive weekly advertising mirroring Memphis success. It argues extended territory, moderate prices, fresh stock, and clear promotion will draw county shoppers. The piece promises a stronger county paper next year and asks readers to settle arrears and subscribe.
I A H Kendel trustee announces sale of real property under a deed of trust by W W McMahon recorded in Book YY page 76 in Lafayette County Mississippi. The sale will occur September 28 1914 at the Lafayette County Courthouse front door to satisfy the indebtedness with cash to the highest bidder under Mississippi law.
A letter lauds John B. Cole and local residents who funded and built four miles of clay road south of Oxford toward Tula. The county matched funds to total 483.75, providing a durable route praised for boosting land value and saving wear on wagons and teams. The writer commends Cole’s work and urges similar road projects elsewhere.
Mississippi state fair in Jackson will showcase the girls canning and tomato clubs led by Miss Susie V Powell. Demonstrations during the fair open October 26 for one week, with extended space to educate thousands of visiting girls on proper canning techniques and keep dollars at home through local sales.
Nearly everyone who has tried calomel finds only temporary relief as it shocks and weakens the liver. Kendel Liver Tose is advertised as a safe alternative that quickly cleanses the liver with no after effects, with a money back guarantee if it does not replace calomel.
A legislator thanks supporters for their interest and a splendid vote in the recent primary. He notes extended duties in Washington kept him from meeting constituents, calls the campaign period pleasant, and expresses resolve to serve the people and be available for assistance.
The Oxford Baptist Association will convene at 10 o'clock Tuesday morning September 8 with New Prospect Church in La Fayette County southeast of Oxford. Messengers from the different churches are urged to be present for the opening and remain through the entire session. B. P. Goo con, Clerk.
The Methodist church urges every member to attend next Sunday's morning service where matters of interest to all will be discussed. E. F. Lewis, Pastor.
A vintage ad touts Sloan's Liniment to relieve rheumatic pains in palatal areas and other pains such as bruises cuts and sore throats. It includes a testimonial from C H Wentworth of California and guarantees a 25 cent bottle at the local druggist.
You can buy items at low figures by applying early. The list includes two second hand sewing machines two heaters almost new one dining table one wardrobe one three quarter bedstead French finish and other useful pieces. Apply at the Eagle office.
A Boone Mill Virginia mother, Tre C Hartin, proclaims she is the mother of eighteen children and the hardest working woman in town. She recounts five years of stomach trouble and endurance through hardship.
Despondency is described as often caused by indigestion and constipation and reportedly vanishes quickly when Chamberlain's Tablets are taken. For sale by all dealers.
A reader notes a missing animal found around August 8 1914 about 11 miles northeast of Oxford. The animal described is a smooth black mule with a long switch tail, oval roach, about eight years old and weighing roughly 900 pounds.
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