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Newspaper
Brandon News
Location
Brandon, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1903
Page
4
The writer Kersh forwards a poem believed by him to be by J L Power. He includes phrases about fraternal care and mutual aid and references a square bond of brotherhood, with lines on secrets kept and sharing burden. The verse emphasizes charity, guidance, and unity among brothers.
This notes Carmel in Palestine as Elijah's battleground with Ahab, its fertile yet desolate slopes, covenant site by Marelyas, Elijah grotto, and formidable views toward Esdraelon and Sharon. It visits the Monks of Carmel, cave inscriptions, and the historic Mount Carmel ridge with ancient cisterns and the famed Merelyas fortress. The piece ends with religious musings and domestic remedies and ads.
After the holidays readers are urged to restore their health promptly. The piece warns that a small, ignored ailment can become serious and waste time and money, urging wage earners to begin the new year in good condition and seek timely care.
A local notice advertises a carload of young mules for sale by C E Martin of Brandon Mississippi calling in buyers Fridays and Saturdays to view stock. The verso includes a testimonial letter from E A Langfelet rector St Luke's Ashburnham Ontario praising Chamberlain Cough Remedy and noting quick recovery after Easter. The remedy is sold by A G Thornton Brandon Mississippi.
FOR RENT. My farm at railroad and Jackson road crossing L. A. T. REHSE. For one and two horse wagons we can supply your wants. GAYDEN AND CO. It is your fault if you don't call and get a buggy, they are waiting for you. at the right prices.
Mrs WH Layha of Agnes Ave Kansas City Missouri had long hoarseness and cough keeping her indoors. After poor results from doctors a friend gave Chamberlains Cough Remedy and after two weeks use she is entirely cured. Sold by A G Thornton.
Mrs T V Williams of Laingsburg Michigan says Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets cured her distress and vomiting spell. The ad guarantees cure for stomach trouble of this character and notes sale by A G Pnorhton.
The incoming legislature to convene in Jackson January 5 1904 will study state laws and inform the people. The Clarion Ledger offers special legislative rates with frequent reports, including a three month or longer session, priced for daily and weekly subscriptions.
The Evening News announces dedicated coverage of the incoming Mississippi Legislature in Jackson. Reporters will relay daily proceedings with readable summaries during a likely three month session. Special legislative rates offer three months at 125 dollars or 50 cents per month with markets quotes included.
A mixed local page features notices and ads: a blacksmith shop opening behind Martin's stable seeking trade. sale of Mabb's creek plantation of 460 acres near Braxton along the Gulf and Ship Island railroad. sale of a fine four year old Hereford bull. Frank Gayden visiting Brandon. and an advertisement for Electric Bitters touting health benefits and a money back guarantee with local endorsers.
Short line connects Jackson with all interior Mississippi points and the Gulf. Through service to Gulfport and Mobile offers connections to eastern and northern cities. Trains depart Jackson in the afternoon with through routes to Laurel Lumberton Columbia and beyond including Memphis Kansas City St Louis Chicago. Tickets at 25 for one 100 mile trips a mile tickets available.
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