30 Sep 1915
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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1915
Page
1
A long argument urges supporting home merchants to strengthen towns and schools. It cites a farmer who, by trusting mail order houses, saw land values fall and commerce fade, warning that neglecting local shops leads to empty buildings, lost taxes, and eroded community life.
The ad touts Dr King's New Life Pills as a fast remedy for constipation and a clogged system. It promises natural bowel movement, no gripping, and improved well being if started tonight.
Rev T W Lewis pastor of St Johns M E church in Memphis concluded a revival in Oxford at the M E churn delivering saner, more logical preaching. The audience filled the church both Sunday morning and evening as his words impressed many hearts. The writer praises his stature among Southern Methodist ministers and hopes for another visit.
Oxford delivers a 20 to 0 victory over Holly Springs in the season opener. Edward Moore scored on a 30 yard reception, Roy McElvany kicked two goals, and Rodney Sisk added an end run TD. The Oxford lineup and substitutes are listed with Referee Bender.
A vintage ad from Falkner Hardware Co promotes Devoe paint under the banner Cheap Paint with a paradoxical note that cheap paint is not genuinely cheap and that only true value comes from Devoe products. The piece contrasts cheap imitators and stresses satisfaction.
A small wedding was held at the Presbyterian Manse yesterday evening about 7:30. Gatland Kimmons and Dorris Lester were married by Rev. E Brown in the presence of a few friends. Kimmons is a promising Oxford young man, and his bride comes from Lafayette county, six miles south of town.
An old advertisement touts Dr King’s New Discovery as a proven cough remedy. It claims four years on the market and that youth and old age testify to its soothing healing qualities. It warns that delaying treatment can lead to pneumonia and says money back if it fails. Fifty cents to one dollar.
Report notes an odd sale of a remedy as the best sign of its maritime use and legitimacy, highlighting the unusual market behavior and its implications for buyers and vendors in the period.
An advertisement states products guarantee relief from rheumatism and are unusually large sellers. Items sold exclusively by Kendel's Drug Store, priced at 50 cents and 1 dollar.
A carnival company warned of two escaped gorillas near Hickory La Tuesday night and offered 200 rewards for capture or information. A local hunter Whitman claimed a ape like creature with long hair was seen in the swamp, causing widespread fear especially among the black community.
A telegram from Nashville quotes praise for September Morn at Vendone Theatre and recommends the show to patrons. It notes a clean, tuneful production with attractive scenery, strong chorus, good cast, elegant wardrobe and strong dancing, calling it a first class dollar and fifty cent attraction. The message also mentions Oxford Mississippi and the Lyric Theatre manager F L Tool.
The Methodist congregation invites university students to a reception Friday October 1 at 8 o'clock at the parsonage. The entire congregation is urged to attend to welcome the students to town.
The Gordon Hall and Co-Operative Boarding Clubs at Ole Miss enter their second year under student management. Both clubs report lower board deposits for six weeks and better staffing and equipment. Gordon Hall serves about 350 students with Mrs. Cora Gideon as matron and Erwin C. Blackstone as secretary. The Co-Operative Club, smaller in scale, is led by O. F. Smith of Poplarville with a board of control, offering reduced rates for students who help in dining room work.
A 73 year old resident of Brooksville Mississippi registered Monday at the University of Mississippi. Miss Minerva H Farmer appeared at Chancellor Powers office and was entered to take a thorough course, adding to the school's claim of housing one of its oldest students.
Oxford readers learn to watch kidneys for signs of trouble such as headaches dizziness and urinary issues. Doan's Kidney Pills are recommended to strengthen kidneys and prevent serious diseases. Mrs C W Russell of North Street testifies to relief from backache and kidney ailments after using them. Price 25c at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo N Y. Ad
Early morning equinoctial gale hits Oxford with high winds and heavy rain. Storm likely 24 to 48 hours, possibly longer, threatening open cotton. prices may rise. A tropical storm sweeping the Mississippi valley disrupts telegraph service. New Orleans area cut off, warnings issued by weather bureau and wireless channels.
The J Stoate remedies have been used in Lafayette county for over thirty years and contain no opiates. The Stoate Pain Exterminator is claimed to cure many rheumatic cases while removing the cause. The Stoate Microbe Destroyer is guaranteed to cure all inflammations. The Stoate Stock Powder is recommended by county citizens and available at W C Neill's store or the Stoate residence in North Oxford.
New benches tables and bar railings installed at Lafayette County Court House by workers. All oak and highly polished, matching benches table chairs and railings. Entire lot cost 3340.00 installed. Manufactured by Southern Seating and Cabinet Co of Jackson Tennessee.
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