12 Sep 1912
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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1912
Page
1
The article discusses pride in linen care and maintenance, advising careful selection and storage of table linens. It recommends varying grades for everyday and best wear, budgeting over time, and discarding or repurposing worn pieces rather than overbuying. It also covers proper folding, brushing, stain removal, and using boiling water to remove stains.
The article discusses semi fitting decorative gowns replacing wrappers and lute caps for early day wear. It covers care tips for linen including staining, salt pretreatment, washing, darning, and embroidering initials on table linens. It notes monogram placement options with center or corner positions and observes monogramming as an emerging art.
A brief note discusses the common habit of propping a newspaper at breakfast with hot coffee nearby. It describes the practice as ordinary yet awkward, noting it helps steady the paper but is not ideal for clarity while reading.
An old guide describes making a small table book holder. It covers dimensions for length and height, frame assembly with nails or screws, and a front loop to secure the book or paper. Instructions explain covering the frame with silk or cretonne and attaching the material to the back.
The piece details tiny floral accents on hats, including lavender mousselin with a pink rose and forget-me-nots on the brim, a white chip hat with blue forget-me-nots, and a royal blue velvet stringed decoration. It notes field flowers' bold presence on a black Tagal straw hat with clocks pep pies and corn flowers rising high on one side.
One of the nicest dresses described as a simple black satin one piece with several small net or lace yokes folded into a handbag to refresh the look. Satin of good quality resists wrinkling and sheds dust for travel.
A writer on fashion reports that dress draws attention before the face, while some men argue hats and hair matter more. Opinions vary on what attracts men, with shoes, the feet, and ankles cited, followed by face, complexion, hat, and clothes as key factors. A poet counters that eyes are the primary attraction, saying dress matters little beside striking eyes.
Amber bead necklaces in long chains dominated a top social function, with minimal other jewelry. The striking yellow amber complemented simple white frocks, while some chains reached nearly to the hem of skirts, creating a chic empire style statement.
The Jackson treasury reports a smaller September balance than a year earlier. Treasurer Stovall paid warrants totaling 23 534.70 amid a busy day. receipts reached 3 502.10 with 95 in cash in drawer. State depository certificates add 341 464.65, totaling 245 028.75 in cash. For Sept 1, 1911 the balance was 646 500.16 and in 1910 it was 110 633.90.
Jackson reports that despite a new statute prohibiting land holdings by corporations, stock companies with such aims continue to be chartered and approved. Gov. Brewer plans to sign charters for these firms before the law takes effect, despite the attorney general's opposition.
Dr. J. A. Barger reports about 6000 cattle dipped in Washington County as part of tick eradication. Thomas Worthington notes 1996 cattle dipped in his district, the largest in the area.
After three days of discussion the board of supervisors voted to reject all road bids and to advertise for the purchase of three complete road outfits and traction engines. The county will handle its own road work going forward.
The Holmes County Fair Association released the catalogue and prize list for the second annual fair in Lexington. The event runs six days starting Monday October 14.
Dr J E Walmsley former Millsaps College history professor leaves for Rock Hill South Carolina to take a similar post at the state girls school. Three Days of Racing Greenville promoter announces a three day meet with daily rates and purses up to 200 dollars. Oxford Fair Lafayette County Fair directors set three day fair for October 21 22 23. Tupelo road bonds of 109000 sold to local bank at 1405 percent. funds to extend macadam roads. Meridian lumber interests suffer as railroads prep for large western grain crop causing car shortages.
The state of Mississippi files in Meridian chancery court against the Standard Oil Company of Kentucky alleging price fixing to stifle competition. The suit seeks 1.675 million dollars for violating trade laws across multiple towns, counties, and Lauderdale, claiming monopolization and foreclosures of crude and refined petroleum sales from Oct 1, 1911, to present.
Jackson Superintendent Joseph N Powers urges county superintendents to notify him if they expect to hold normals in the county next summer. The goal is to appoint leaders and teachers well in advance so they can prepare thoroughly, avoiding late decisions that force rushed assignments.
Vermont results show Republicans winning the state by a small margin with Democrats and Progressives making major gains. Fletcher the Republican candidate leads statewide, Howe the Democrat gains in major cities, while Howe trails by a few thousand statewide.
Intense heat and dry weather last week pushed cotton toward maturity in the east while central valleys and Oklahoma continued to fruit well. Heavy soils show good top crops in Alabama and Texas while light soils near the drought front limit fruiting. Louisiana faces boll weevil damage as Texas reports rapid opening and ready pickers in hot conditions.
Returns from California primary sections show Roosevelt progressives swept the state and will control the legislature. The result boosts Roosevelt electors on the November ballot, while Taft electors could only appear through legal action.
Representative Benjamin G. Humphreys of Mississippi, a member of the rivers and harbors committee, works to build support for a bill proposing 7 009 000 annually for levees and the tower on the Mississippi and 3 000 000 annually for river improvement. The committee’s reluctance to fund more for the lower Mississippi signals a likely battle in the next Congress.
New York reports twelve thousand contributors to the Wilson and Marshall campaign fund total $175 010. The Democratic headquarters released a list of donors giving $100 or more, led by Henry Morgenthau F C Peabed and Henry Goldman each at 10000 with five gifts of 5000 among other large pledges.
Washington reports the battleship Pennsylvania, the sole vessel authorized by Congress, will rival the size of Britain's new battleship. Its displacement exceeds 30,000 tons, about equal to adding a large cruiser’s displacement to the United States’ largest afloat.
Jackson reports an awakening to public health importance says Dr W Leathers in charge of state health inspection. He cites letters from Dr Wickliffe Rose of the Rockefeller Foundation praising campaign progress. Meridian notes a stabbing at Eagles Club with Roy Jenkins injured and other incidents. Jackson also notes T W Lowrey resigning from the Mississippi Normal College board of trustees.
In the Vacant and Cabin creeks area martial law extended across the district with civil authority set aside. Within twelve hours guardsmen confiscated 200000 rounds of ammunition seven modern machine guns 131 rifles and a bushel of revolvers.
Nathan Allen a Kenosha multi million dollar hide king paid 100000 to the United States treasury to settle claims over smuggling jewelry laces gowns and other gifts to Helen Dwelle Jenkins, who traveled Europe as his wife under the names Mr and Mrs J W Jenkins. In Georgia two counties were put under martial law to curb violence after a white beat a black preacher provoking tensions. Troops arrived and the crowd remained quiet. The article notes debates in Washington over Mexican intervention and a possible Taft call for a special session of Congress on sending troops across the border.
Judge Edward Oldfield of the Oklahoma County Superior Court ruled that no Progressive electoral candidates will have their names on the general election tickets in Oklahoma City. The decision affects ballot access and party listings for upcoming elections.
The Mississippi State Board of Health appoints De. SBR Humphries, formerly with the Tquro Infirmary in New Orleans, as bacteriologist to succeed Dr. Harold at the Health Department.
Tippah county normal closed after a four week session. One hundred and two students enrolled and praised. Gulfport veterans graves plan rejected as Columbus Marble Works offer of fifty headstones falls short. Oxford Taylor residents push to locate county agricultural high school there.
The British foreign office issued a formal denial of an announced move to resume arbitration over the Panama Canal. It stated that lines of action are under consideration and any announcement would be premature. The official text refutes requests for details about the reported demand for arbitration.
New York observes the thirtieth anniversary of commercial incalescent lighting. On September 4, 1882, Thomas A. Pilszey began operation of the world’s first central station in an old brick building in lower New York.
Illinois Central Railroad announces expenditure exceeding 5 million for new rolling stock and related equipment. Part of the additional equipment has already been delivered.
In Olympia Washington the state supreme court upholds the sterilization statute for habitual criminals and those guilty of unnatural crimes. The decision sustains the sentence imposed on Peter Fielen of Seattle who also faces life imprisonment.
Des Moines lawmaker Senator A B Cummins announced he plans to vote for Franklin D Roosevelt for president but opposes the creation of a third party.
Vice President James S. Sherman in Poughkeepsie is reported to suffer heart trouble and is advised to avoid high elevations. He appears aged, thin, and weak as officials monitor his condition. In Washington reports describe famine and disease in Nicaragua with brigandage and brutality reaching the state department and Red Cross interest.
A gigantic oil pool was discovered twelve miles north of Bristow and eleven miles east of Cushing in Oklahoma. The find is expected to rival the famed Glenpool near Sapulpa, promising substantial prospects for the region.
Hester reports the 1912 cotton harvest ending August 31, 1912 reached 16 million bales, up 4 million from last year, with total value about 10.25 million dollars before seed. The boll weevil decline, favorable weather, and large acreage drove output while prices fell, leaving wealth about 92.5 million dollars lower than the prior year despite record production.
Lieut General Arthur MacArthur U S A retired collapsed and died after an apoplectic stroke while recounting Civil War deeds at the Twenty fourth Wisconsin Volunteers reunion in Milwaukee. Captain Fawn H Parson also suffered a paralytic stroke moments later from the shock and was carried from the hall.
In Princeton West Virginia officials believe the choice of Walter Johnston as a lynching victim was a mistake following the assault on 14 year old Lue White. The case underscores ongoing tensions and investigations into the courthouse and community actions.
Rebecca Jeffries mother of James J. Jeffries the former heavyweight champion pugilist left an estate valued at 57430 dollars according to inheritance tax appraisers. The former champion's share was 12490 dollars.
In Washington the Southeastern division railroads and their 12,000 employees stand in a deadlock over higher pay and shorter hours, signaling a looming strike.
Austin report from the state insurance board notes lightning started 355 fires across Texas since December 10, detailing the outbreak and regional impact.
Sixty two people, including forty eight children, were saved from death in a row of burning tenements on De Graw street by four policemen. They were overcome by smoke and carried semi conscious to the street.
Frasee-Roland G. Garros soared in an 8 mopaplane and eclipsed the world altitude record by 4 620 feet reaching 16 240 feet according to the report.
Theodore Roosevelt expected to testify before a special senate committee in early October regarding alleged Standart 11 Company donations of 100000 to the Republican national committee in 19M and purported approval by Roosevelt. The inquiry targets campaign expenditures linked to Chicago and Baltimore convent ions and involves multiple party leaders and candidates.
Jake Moak his wife and five children suffered severe but not fatal injuries when dynamite detonated at their home. The explosion, blamed on the so called black band, appears to be an attempted murder of the entire family. Mouli an Italian merchant living nearby reported no knowledge of a motive or assailants. A heavy charge was placed at Mouli's doorway causing plastering to fly, windows to shatter, and structural damage throughout the hall.
Prediction of Charles W. Morse returning to cartoons proved true as he rented offices at 43 Exchange Place and announced active leadership of the Morse Securities Company. Report says his health was poor at liberation and he faced recovery.
In New Orleans a lone bandit robbed the north bound Louisville and Nashville express near Michaud, looting the mail car and passenger cars, then was struck by a torch wielded by engineer Baer and captured. Taken to Bay St Louis, he may die as most booty was recovered, bandit unnamed. Lowell Mass. weaving strike hits Appleton mill. Seventeen hundred of 2202 looms idle. 300 weavers walkout to force union recognition by Industrial Workers of the World.
Helena Arkansas Phillips County officialdom records reveal Sandy Alexander aged 111 sought a marriage certificate at the county clerk’s office. The historic case underscores long-lived local traditions and public office procedures.
Five hundred men from the United States and Canada attended the annual American Life convention in Chicago. Eighty eight life insurance companies from Western and Southern states participated, reporting 1911 business of 1 323 309 999 dollars.
Long distance walker Juan de Llaveria arrives in New York after twelve years on the road en route to Paria to claim 800000 francs owed by Baron de Rothschild from 2009.
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