Election ticket list placeholders for state offices
The document lists several statewide offices with names including United States Senator S Welliams, Governor Edward F Noel, lieutenant governor Laythelman ship, secretary of state J W Pouwsr, Arehan ral K V Fletcher, land commissioner £ ILnall, supreme court clerk George C Myers, and revenue agent Wirt Ada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Join S. Welliams
Edward F. Noel
Laythelmanship
J.W. Pouwsr
Arehan Ral
K. V. Fletcher
Ilnall
Supreme Court
George C. Myers
Wirt Ada
Borrowed Greatness and True Worth
The piece argues that desire for greatness leads people to borrow honors from others rather than earn them. It cautions that education, family status, or city reputation are hollow without genuine service and proof, and true greatness lies in contributing value to society.
Ballast as a Guide for Courage and Wealth
The essay argues ballast keeps a vessel safe and life balanced, comparing wealth pursuit to loading ballast. It asserts daily trials strengthen virtue and mind, aiding youth against temptations and enabling steadfast effort amid adversity. It also reports geopolitical notes and local preparations for Noel Day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sim
Taft boom, Harriman, and distant nation notes
The piece comments on Taft era airship talk, Harriman’s railroad ambitions, Wall Street’s grip on grocery prices, and Venezuela’s $5 million claim against the New York Asphalt Trust. It notes Canada’s planned met inspection law and remarks on Japan’s mimicry of German military methods alongside regional comparisons and Dutch reference.
Veteran Reunion and Drill Notice at Opera House
Sept 18 19 events announce Southern Cross Drill under Comrade W L McLean at the Opera House with 11 a m unveiling on Sept 19. A state figure will speak, dinner at Court House yard, veterans form line at 1 30 pm for a field battle. Bring guns or borrow one. ammunition provided by Camp. Public invited with baskets to feed thousands. Also stockholders meeting of Farmer's Union warehouse at court house. farm listing 206 acre near Oxford Delray Miss. Continuous details mention J L Sarsack and R L Stephaens as organizers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Cross
Opera House
W. L. McLean
Memphis
Johnson
Court House Yard
J. L. Sarsack
Com
R. L. StepaHens
Adjt
Education of Children Draws Nationwide Interest
Encouraging signs of the times show strong public interest in education as families travel to depots to see their children off and wish them success. State institutions in Starkville Oxford and Columbus motivate study by exams and promotion through basic grades toward higher collegiate levels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Starkville
Oxford
Columbus
Stau
Lexington Times
Simple home remedy for backache and kidney support
A Jackson News report cites a well known authority asserting backache signals kidney trouble. A home remedy blends Fluid Extract Dandelion, Compound Karyon, and Compound Syrup in three ounces to be taken after meals and at night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright
Ti Enab Hn
Jackson News
A Lesson in Arithmetic and Pigmentry From F W Devoy Co
A letter to Chancellor A A Kincannon proposes solving farm arithmetic and painting cost problems. It sets a hog feeding puzzle with three pens and milk cornmeal water and sawdust plus a barn painting quiz among three painters with fixed bids. The writer hints at a pricing fix and promotes Devoe paint with a rebate policy and Redibue price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. A. Kincannon
University
Misa
Devoe
Veterans of county plan Sept 18 battle at Oxford
Veterans of the county announce a Sept 18 program in Oxford featuring monument unveiling at 10:30 AM and a Sham Battle reenactment at 3 PM on University grounds. A lunch at 12:30 for veterans, reduced train fares via Illinois Central, and breech loading guns invited for participants. Admission 25 cents for adults, 25 cents for ages 12 and under. under 6 free.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beg Tome
Oxford
Chickamauga
Illinois Central Railroad
Michigan City
Grenada
J. L. Satvaci
Com
R. L. Sterurns
Adj
Masons Hold Sorrowful Lodge Service for Mr Roberts
Last Sunday T S Gathright No 33 of Oxford assisted by Abbeville No 22 and Rocky Ford Lodge No 155 held a sorrowful lodge at Bay i Church in respect to the late Mr D Roberts. J W Logan presided with officers. Hon H H Thompson delivered a notable oration. The ceremony drew masons and townspeople, an impressive occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. S. Gathright
Oxford
Abbevillege
Rocky Ford Lodge
RD. Roberts
J. W. Logan
Oxford Lodge
H. H. Thompson
Eine
Masons
The University Training School Opens With Strong Faculty
The University Training School will open this session under favorable auspices with large attendance expected from across the state. LaFayette County should take great interest as it serves as a stepping stone between high school and university. A skilled faculty leads a course that builds correct character and morals while providing a solid foundation for higher study. The county is urged to ensure their sons attend, with the school ready for the September session opening Tuesday, Sept Lith, 1907.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LaFayette County
S&f
Two Party Call in Mississippi Debates Fair Elections
West Point Leader argues for genuine two party contests in Mississippi. The writer urges voters to reject fraud and ballot box stuffing by Democrats and favors stricter scrutiny of candidates in a true two party system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mississippi
West Point
Farmer's Union Meeting in Oxford September 7
The Farmers Union invites all members to a Saturday meeting in Oxford on September 7 to discuss important business. Dr. Wallace, Vice President, urges attendance for tax matters and union affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmer’s Union
Finer's Union
Oxford
Dr. Wallace
Community notices and local travels fill weekly column
Miss Laurella Prater closes her school this week while residents prepare for spring. Reports from J. Slaughter, B. McLarty, and J. Callaway describe travels to Texas, the Delta, and Oklahoma with mixed news. Revival service led by Rev. P. C. Scott is set for Butler school house, and a missionary women’s program at Mt. Zion promises a strong turnout. Local social events include a cream social at Mack McLarty’s and visitors from Lyon and Memphis. Snow Liniment sales pitches appear near end with testimonial from T. H. Pointer of Hempstead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laurella Prater
James Slaughter
Barney McLarty
Texas
Dunbar White
Delta
J. 3. Callaway
Oklahoma
Nona Prater
John Slaughter
Oxford
P. C Scott
Forney
Tex
Butler School
Mack McLarty
Myrtle
Nora White
Lyon
Garner Crow
Memphis
J. Will Farr
Mt. Zion
Herbine Praised By Moody Woman For Health
Mrs Mary Baamieae of Moody Texas says she was in poor health with liver trouble for over a year. Doctors did good but Herbine cured her after three bottles. She urges others to keep it at home and notes it is sold by all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shallard
T. H. Pointer
Hempteat
Texas
Stallard
All Druggiate
Mary Baamieae
Moody
Unclaimed Mail at Oxford Post Office Week Ending Aug 13
List shows unclaimed matter for items by Anderson R H Avant Miss Livia Barnett L D Freeman Boss Rose William Thompson Miss Lavinia Thompson Alice Williams Catherine Williams Miss Laura B. Seekers urged to call S. M. Howry P. M. for number of item and date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Othe Oxford
Miss
Anderson
R. H. Avant
Livia
Barnett
L. D. Freeman
Boss
Rose
William
Thompson
Lavinia
Alice
Williams
Catherine
Laura B
Etter
S. M. Howry
Non-Resident Notice in La Fayette County Chancery Court
Legal advertisement states a non resident must appear in La Fayette County Chancery Court on the fourth Monday of November 1907 to defend a suit involving Marietta Aires. Clerk J. O. Ramer notes the date and case details, with attorneys Jas. Stose & Son for the complainant and Pelayer & Russell for the defendant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mississisurt
LaFayette
Hanna Oss
Anna Moss
J. O. Ramey
Stose & Son
Rural South Yocona notes heat waves and crop rust
South Yocona News reports very hot dry weather with complaints of rust and shed cotton. W F Lamb improves from rheumatism. Pilkerton of Banner attended a large London Hill congregation. Stone of Oxford and McGowan of Water Valley attended Union Grove court with Magistrate Flemmons. Lovelady family visited Lamb. W B Smith and wife visited daughter Ethel Thweatt near Paris.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Lamb
Pilkerton
Banner
London Hill
Messrs. Stone
Oxford
McGowan
Water Valley
Union Grove
G. W. Flemmons
John Lovelady
Local notes and nursing at Kingdom Sunday services
Mrs. J. H. Deas improves after a fever attack while many attend Kingdom Sunday preaching. Several community members are listed with visits, illnesses, and social gatherings including Mr. Gus Anderson and Mr. Will Wilson. An unclear medical advertisement appears among disrupted text.
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J. H. Deas
W. B
John Barry
Bay Springs
Joss
Gus Anderson
Will Wilson
J. D. Wooten
Ben Hyde
LaFayette Springs
Robert Hyde
Oxford
Emmett Harris
Liue Springs
Sxie
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Oxford Eagle
E. A. Thompson
Wimer Kennedy
Aqvertis
Seertion
Apt
Calis
Ebular Esler
T. M. Henry
G. BR. Edwards
Pevitentiary Trustes
L. T. Taylor
W. ¢. Scott
I. D. Stephens
G. BR. Hightower
C. C. Stephens
J.B. McLarty
Jous F. Brows
Guy McLarty
M. D. Wait
F.nwVybo L. ¢. Butler
Forlai
J. E. Joiner
William Houn
Japan
Formosa
Wall Street
Rockefeller
Kansas City
Lexington
Holmes County
Mr. Harriman
Railroads
Venezuela
New York
Canada
van B. Sarre
Delay
Farmer’s Union Warehouse
Court House
J. M. Saunders
Lodge of Sorrow
Tae
Susidays
Good Bros.— Dentists
Main ST
Mgmphis
Tena
Gen
Robert
Lee
Satarde
South
Altus News
Deurwista
Ada Eee
ROYAL
Libby
van Camp
Swift
Han
M. T. Collier
C. H. Roach & Co, Undertakers
Henry Betz
Bay St. Louis
Patterson
Beaumont
L Storm
Brookhaven
Walker
E Collins
Collins
Keller
Collinston
Barber & Broe
Gulfport
Sam Roberta
Hattiesburg
Ramsey
Hazlehurst
Philip Herrington Houston
Henry
Washington
L B West
Jonestown
H Green
Mase Green
E J P Griffin
Maxie
Jo Monroe
Donald Pasa
C Paistian
Walker Lumber Co
Lelly
Stewart
A P Smith
Summit
Jos Slade
Tallaweh
Ipele
National Collecting Agency
Washington, D. C
W. B. McMahon
Ira Purvis
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