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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1902
Page
2
A scatter of editorial asides in The Oxford Eagle from September 1 1902 comment on Congress campaigns Pierpont Morgan Lloyd George and other figures. The item notes dissolving family trees deforestation and a Panama Canal discussion while tossing in jokes about the Kri nger Steyn meeting and a lingering trust demurrer in a legal case.
An editorial argues that burden bearing falls on women and the moral minority in every community. It cites the Montgomery murder case in the county, notes tax burdens on property owners, and calls for all to shoulder duties, oppose misconduct, and join the burden bearers across professions.
The article notes President Roosevelt may umpire a western Rough Riders tournament but likely reserves time for Congress. It recalls the Sherman antitrust act and the Interstate Commerce Act as Republican measures. It praises Roosevelt's marksmanship noting five hits in five shots.
A London press view asserts Africans cannot save themselves and that New Englanders specialize in providing a salvation for the negro, effectively turning the task over to outsiders.
In a report on Torishima Island volcanic eruption officials confirm 150 deaths, noting the island’s small population explains the modest toll. Authorities emphasize limited casualties due to the island’s size and sparse residents.
The piece argues operators fear miners will demand coal weighing on their scales after yielding. Republicans are portrayed as trying to sustain trust and tariff interests. It notes a Town revolt resembling 1890s unrest and says honest businessmen suffer from trust-driven price demands and losing customers.
The article urges farmers to diversify beyond cotton and corn by investing surplus in livestock, fruit trees, and berry vines. It argues a balanced plan provides income through all seasons, reduces risk, and builds local markets. It stresses forethought and intelligent diversification for steady returns.
The author argues shade trees should follow clean streets in town improvements. Trees along sidewalks bring comfort and beauty, and autumn planting is urged to honor forefathers and the pioneers of civilization, even if planters may not enjoy the shade themselves.
A long oral tale features Aunt Maria reflecting on marriage, divorce, and church roles amid rural toil. She recounts Billy John’s efforts to remarry, a wife’s resilience, and plans to cope by taking a new partner while keeping house and the children.
A Water Valley item notes Washington, once a flourishing village two miles north of modern Water Valley, stood in 1833 at a hickory valley where two creeks met. It boasted a hotel, stores, workshops, and a race track, with Choctaw and Chickasaw lands nearby. By 1836 the town faded as Chickasaw lands ceded, leaving no trace today.
The Cumberland Presbyterian Church ladies have arranged with Bertram and Willard to present Midnight Fire in Oxford on Tuesday night October 21. The troupe previously staged Captain Dick in Water Valley to strong acclaim and will again rely on local talent for another entertaining dramatic show.
The University of Mississippi opens today with instructors in place and many students ready for matriculation. Work will start soon on new dormitories and halls. Chancellor Fulton hails the session as likely to be one of the most successful in the institution's history.
Auction advertisement offers old papers from Tie EaGLe for sale under carpets. The listing emphasizes novelty and potential value to collectors and researchers.
Our farmers are busy picking cotton and fodder pulling is nearly finished. Rev. Mr. Goforth preached at Browning school house Saturday. Mrs. Hodge visits her brother at Banner who has slow fever. E. B. Carter of Oxford guests of sister Mrs. G. O. Foust. Keever Foust recovers from intermittent fever. Eby Waller not improving much.
W A Greer of McConnellaville C claims Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured his Pilea and fistula after doctors failed. The ad asserts it treats burns bruises corns sores eruptions salt rheum piles and guarantees no pay if not effective. Available for 25 cents at R K Chilton & Co. drug store.
W P White of Kennedale reports distress in head back and stomach before using Dr Kings New Life Pills. He claims rapid relief and renewed vigor after taking the remedy sold by RB Chilton & Co at 25 cents.
The Free Springs Lodge No 368 and George Washington Chapter No 51 honor William Huston Sr who died August 3 1902 after a brief illness. A longtime resident from South Carolina he became Worshipful Master in 1869 and a Royal Arch Mason in 1891. He was a kind citizen and loyal friend and his life is described as a monument to virtue with condolences offered to his widow and family.
The column notes September fires as a new luxury and shares local greetings. Glenn Roberts is sick. Young people attended P. N. Duncan’s entertainment with a pleasant time. Miss Mare Anderson left for A.N. 8. Few Bay Springs youths attended Midway services. Miss Licey Anderson visited Bay Springs girls and joined Midway singing. Myrtle Craig left for Oxford graded school. R. T. Holcombe returns from court. An ad promotes Smith Sure Kidney Cure and Grove Tasteless Chill Tonic with local sellers and price notes.
A short note in a St Louis item jokes about a man C. W. Kahies who claims to cure livers in three minutes. It mentions ongoing weekly illustrated tales about a policeman named Clarence the Cop in the St Louis Sunday Post Dispatch cartoons. Subscriptions humorously offered for laughs rather than health.
Local notes report visitors and travelers including Mrs Lex Ramey and Mrs Dr Barry. Circuit Court attendees include J Thorne K G Hunter OC L Waldip and D H Crowson. J M Busby injured after a scaffold fall while ceiling his house and improves. School opened Monday with strong attendance signaling a good term.
A Leesville boy nearly died from asthma finds instant relief and cure from Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds. The letter says he now sleeps soundly each night and recommends the medicine for consumption pneumonia bronchitis colds and grip. Bottles are 50c and 1.00 with free bottles at R R Chilton & Co drug store.
Miss Maggie McGowan of By halia visits Mrs. R. 3. McGowan. Miss Kate Crosley visits Water Valley relatives. Mr. W. S. Balfour traveled to the delta. Bowen family reunion notes twenty five attendees. Misses Sallie and Madie Anderson visit from Lldder. Miss Sallie Porter returns from Kansas City. Miss Cruse Arnold leaves for Oxford to teach. A Bowen family trip to the delta. Methodist church meeting to be led by Rev. Mr. Bradley of Water Valley. Mrs. M. Milam and son depart for Sturges to join husband. X.
A testimonial extols Electric Bitters as a cure for jaundice liver and stomach problems. The writer claims long suffering ended and touts the medicine as superior to any seen. Sold for 50 cents with satisfaction guaranteed by R R Chilton Co.
The notice promotes twenty five schools across science literature and arts with professional programs in law and engineering. It highlights low expenses, a prime location, modern facilities, water and sanitation, special accommodations for women and for students of limited means. Openings for the 1902 03 session on September 18 1902 and Summer Term 1903 begin June 16. contact Chancellor R B Funton for details.
The Memphis Weekly News offers a weekly edition with telegraphic and foreign news as a companion to the Memphis Morning News. It targets the South and Home and Farm readers and invites old and new subscribers to request the weekly paper now at a special low price through a clubbing deal.
List of unclaimed mail in the Oxford Mississippi post office for the week ending September 13 1902. Names include Mrs W K Watkins Miss Marnin Morson James Bafford Lizzie Lowry L W Bryant Hon J G Overstreet Minnie Dobing Dawson Felix Lillie Harrie Mrs Pinky A M Holt Maggie Lizzie Kimmons Johns Fy Jacobs John and others. Includes inquiry about number and date advertised June 30 1902.
Examinations for white teachers will be held on Friday and Saturday the 19th and 20th and on Friday and Saturday October 17th and 18th. Examinations for colored teachers will be held on Friday and Saturday September 26th and 27th and on Friday October 24th, 1902.
Sealed bids due noon Sept 27 at the Mayor's office for about 60,000 hard brick suitable for the water plant. The board may reject any or all bids. Ada Lee et al vs defendants proceeding dated Sept 10 1902 in Oxford Mississippi.
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