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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1914
Page
2
Local residents report a flurry of travel and social activity. Bilbo plans a lecture October 5 while Miss Kitty Bogard returns home. Mrs Creswell travels to the delta. several visitors from Winona Memphis Jackson and New Orleans stop by. Oxford High School opens Monday. several residents like Miss Houston and Miss Davis are mentioned with work and school moves.
Music Misa Mooper will open her music class Sept. 14 at her studio in the Episcopal rectory. Mr B Hearing of Memphis visits Oxford about railroad matters and Mr and Mrs R L Stephens plan to move to Oxford. William McElroy of Burgene dies at his brother's home. Mattie Houston leaves Friday for Hattesberg. The Lafayette County Sunday School Convention meets tomorrow at Central Church. J H Norfb et and Miss Agnes Dean of Water Valley wed in Oxford. Lucius Russell of San Antonio visits family. he is now a Southern Pacific conductor. Cotton opens fast and picking begins though no market yet. farmers urged to live at home amid boll weevil concerns.
A survey of current Oxford notices lists several classifieds: farm rentals and sales in Oxford and nearby towns, including 125 to 161 acres, two dwellings, good water and pasture. farm for sale 512 miles northeast. rent options suitable for light housekeeping. and broader announcements from J. R. Crow & Co about cash sales and square dealings. проч
About fifteen years ago Joseph Stente introduced a remedy for fistula that proved effective for various inflammations and attacks on living flesh. It was named The Stoafe Microbe Destroyer and used by hundreds in Lafayette county for abscesses boils burns ulcers and many other conditions. The remedy is available at each residence in North-Will be given the remedy.
A long list of jurors is announced for the September court term starting Monday the 14th. The roster includes Lusk, Pudge, McLarty, Hiexey, Rushing, Woodward, Black, Robuck, Wilson, Kimmons, Hudson, Coffee, Basser, Adams, Lawhorn, Keel, Harrie, Bonds, Har ria, Hale, Downe, Smith, Saunders, Gaf ford, Shearer, Cabok, Fitch, Rials, Tyer, Williams, Spears, Pears, Higginbotham, Spears, Lit Ueton, Henderson, Badley, Iow, Ramzy, Chandler, Owsby, Cofer, Fuller, Owen, Holloman, McGill, Brummett, Single ton, Moreland, Ocewalt, Miller, Simmons, McLorty, McElreath, Slougn, King, Sneed, Black, Jordan, Ferrell, Russell, Bortia, Maplee, Williams, Cook, Hartman Ke, Linston, Hollowell, Lowe, Treloir, Weet, Peacock, Hardin, Swain, Davie Jr, Harvey, Blay, Wells.
For sale a Jersey male three years old registered animal described as perfect in every detail. Priced to sell, reasonable terms. Contact G. R. Bowes in Oxford, Mississippi.
State of Mississippi Lafayette County notices announce a petition by eight signers led by D Anderson to establish a road district under Chapter 149. The Board intends to issue bonds and organize as The College Hill Road District, including lands in Lafayette County District 3, with records on file for public inspection.
Notice of sale under a Deed of Trust by trustee E. Slough for T. J. Harkins and Kate Harkins. Property in Lafayette County Mississippi described as Lot 11 in Oxford, Oxseein area with Pine Street address. Sale to top bidder for cash at the courthouse door in Oxford on a specified date.
The second session of the County High School begins next Wednesday September 16 at College Hill. Prof W H Smith State Superintendent of Education will deliver the opening address from Jackson. All are invited to attend and bring a basket of dinner. Authorities fear the two dormitories may not hold the expected boarders. Every citizen and taxpayer should inspect the school on opening day.
Notice that a petition by N W P Karon and others seeks creation of The Clear Creek Road District in Lafayette County Mississippi under chapter 149 and amendments to issue bonds for building and maintaining highways. If no sufficient protest by electors by September 9, 1914, district formed embracing lands in Lafayette District 3. Chancery Clerk W M Woopwakpb issues the notice with deputy G A Woovwagp.
Notice states petition by B A Allen and others for creating a road district under 1910 law. Board of Supervisors to consider bonds and district maintenance at October 1914 meeting, barring sufficient opposing electors. District to include lands in Lafayette and surrounding area per petition and signatures.
Notice states J A Pickens and others petition the Lafayette County Board of Supervisors to issue bonds under Chapter 16 of the 1910 laws for constructing and maintaining public highways in the proposed district named The Lafayette Springs Road District. November 1914 meeting set to consider, with voters able to petition against laying out the district or bond issuance per Chapter 149 1909 amendment. Witnessed by Chancery Clerk W M Woopwanp and deputy G A Woopwangp.
A petition signed by W M Gordon and others requests the Board of Supervisors establish a road district under Chapter 50 laws with bonds for construction and maintenance. The board plans to act at the October 1914 meeting unless sufficient protest is received, creating a district to be called The Abbeville Road District in Lafayette County Mississippi. The investigation proceeds with signatures and seal of office on September 28. Subscribe for the Eagle.
Humboldt, Dyersburg, and Arkansas Day figures headline a Memphis Tri-State Fair program running September 26 to October 3. Premiums rise for corn club entries across Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas, with prizes up to 25 dollars and new awards for girls canning clubs and crop history booklets.
Despondency is said to be caused by indigestion and wanes quickly with Chamberlain's Tablets. The ad states the remedy is for sale by all dealers.
I A H Kendel trustee announces sale of a 220 acre tract in section 17 township 3 south range 4 west in Talaverass County Mississippi to satisfy defaulted indebtedness on the Dec 24 17 deed of trust. Sale at the court house front door to the highest bidder for cash during legal hours.
The Tri-State Fair management in Memphis schedules dancing for September 26 to October 3 under strict rules and guarantees crowds the chance to see or take part in the latest dances. The Lundie house on University street is being repaired to host Dr Culley’s monitorium. Old papers offered for sale at the Eagle offices.
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