28 Jan 1909
Page 5
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Newspaper
Brandon News
Location
Brandon, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1909
Page
5
Monday notes show social visits from Pelahatchie Jackson and Meridian, new buildings and moves by Dr. Harry Watson and J. Hosea, carnival events, and upcoming lectures. Mentions of alderman Sprague election, marriages, a Linotype arrival, and a range of local personalities active in Rankin County.
At high noon yesterday in Jackson Miss at Miss Idalette Hunter's residence Mr Stewart W Tinnin wed Miss Sarah T McDowell. Rev W H Hill officiated. Both natives of the Fannin area are from prominent local families. The groom is a respected planter and the bride noted for charm. News extends best wishes for a happy life together.
Mortal remains of Capt. W. G. Steen laid to rest Tuesday in the family burying ground near Florence. He was in his seventies and endured a long illness with patient fortitude. The News extends sympathy to his large family of children.
In Raleigh, Mt. Olive men Lampton and McIntosh arrived by automobile, the town’s first car drawing much attention. Judge Bullard denied a petition to halt spring term circuit court, ordering jury selection for three weeks. News also reported Polkville resident Mont Summer’s home burned Monday night, suspected incendiary fire, with Sheriff Martin unavailable due to chancellor court and tax work.
A Kansas editor jokes about dogs rolling into a hog to dig the Panama Canal and mocks state mottos and “sister states” in a humorous collection of Forest Register items. It notes a new trial service arrival, quips about reading Bible ballot and home paper, and teases readers to send items and names despite misprints and editorial tensions.
A historical forecast predicts a mild cloudy start in February with periods of rain. A major Pacific storm then brings a Blizzard forming on the 5th, followed by rain turning to snow and a cold spell. End of month features more storms and rain across regions.
A fragment noting lingering winter, spring like conditions and potential river changes. Mentions Brandon Moran as a person of interest and suggests dates for upcoming events.
The piece rails at editor pride and reader ingratitude while urging resilience in publishing. It cites the Cameron Observer on missed papers, notes editors’ influence, and reflects on public reaction to a paper’s absence. Included are notes on Taft's voyage, Elihu Root’s senate win, a railroad wreck near West Mississippi, and local agricultural talks.
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