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Newspaper
Brandon News
Location
Brandon, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1907
Page
5
Tomorrow starts February as Brandon plans a fresh gas light system and the mayor schedules first regular meeting. Notables include Dr T L Dobson visiting from Leland, Mr and Mrs J W Birdsong with Yazoo City relatives, and Mrs H C Washburn hurt skating. Church services announced, court day set, local candy party a success, and several residents traveling or resuming duties.
A wedding unites A L Horne and Miss Nettle Baker at Pisgah as the couple departs Brandon for their new home. Lent timelines adjust with Ash Wednesday on February 18 and Easter on March 31. The mayor's court handled fines for concealed weapons profane language reckless driving and more. Dr Stingily joins Brandon with Dr Berry, while skating excitement grows at Washburn's hall. Brandon News reports on subscriber issues with the Commercial Appeal and notes Mrs M Rowan hosting an event for Mrs A P Miller. The Brandon Railway Co plans a new depot line with $12,000 stock and a ninety day opening horizon.
Meridian women and many fair skaters have adopted a pacing gait described as a skating walk, noted in the Meridian Sun. New York seed potatoes are advertised by H. A. Busick Co with Early Rose, Peerless, Bliss Triumph varieties now in stock.
Notice announces Brandon Royal Arch Chapter 121 convocation on Monday February 4 at 8 pm, last meeting before Grand Chapter at Natchez. High Priest Dr Kersh requests full attendance. Also lists hardware specialties including axes saws chains and plows from H A Busick Co.
Card thanks friends in Cato and vicinity for kindness during their ill child illness. Mr. and Mrs. L. H Terrell express appreciation. Lost item a five foot long one man cross cut saw, newly sharpened. Finder asked to return to H. A. Buslok.
Bill Nye extols roller skates as awkward yet entertaining in Salt Lake City. He describes falls, stances, and the comic misalignment of legs while praising rink equipment and offering Prickly Ash Bitters for stomach issues. Special agents A Thornton Brandon Ding Co. and others are listed.
Notice calls all Rankin county property owners to appear between February 1 and June 1 to provide an oath verified list of property owned on February 1 with correct valuations. Tomorrow is February 1, urging everyone to prepare and bring their belongings and values to the assessor. FOR SALE A Victor Talking Machine No IV with horn priced at 50 dollars plus two dozen ten inch records for 35 dollars. Unusual chance to buy a first class instrument at a low price inquire at this office.
A Florence resident urges John L Evans to announce his candidacy for representative noting he would command strong support. The letter from Voters praises his fit for the office. Heinz's pickles advertised by W G Barnes.
In a 26 to 8 vote the Delaware lower house passed a bill requiring a surgical operation on men convicted of assaulting women, to be performed within twenty days after conviction, in addition to up to twenty years' imprisonment. The Meridian Sun endorses emasculation with branding as a solution.
Sheriff Owens follows law to destroy confiscated pistols using an ax on about a dozen firearms of various makes. Law allows disposal but gives no method. sheriffs along the Mississippi River reportedly drop pistols in the stream. Observers note many confiscated pistols found with black individuals are high quality, valued at $12 to $25 in large calibers. Sone De observed as a location of interest.
A digest of legal principles on notes and contracts: principals bear agent costs, each partner liable for firm debts, limited liability implied by firm name, ignorance no excuse, consideration rules, Sunday prohibitions, minor or lunatic status effects, fraud falses, signatures validity, value received in notes, accommodation notes binding all parties, valid consideration required, checks presentable promptly, endorsee rights, protest notices reachability and mailing rules.
An advertisement touts Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup as a quick, gentle cure for chronic constipation. It claims the remedy aids digestion, stimulates liver and bowels, and restores natural action without nausea or griping. Also notes Foley's Honey and Tar for influenza and pneumonia prevention.
Advertises Prickly Ash Bitters as a remedy for indigestion constipation and stomach disorders. Claims include strengthening digestive organs regulating bowels and preventing bilious conditions with testimonials and price information for a drugstore brand. Repeats endorsement from A G Thidon Co and reference to stamp code and packaging.
Special notice states Foley's Honey and Tar cough remedy contains no opiates or harmful drugs and is safe for children and adults under the National Pure Food and Drug Law. A. G. Thornton issues the declaration as part of a public health announcement.
An aged advertisement begins with a promise of universal concern and offers Foley's Kidney Medicine as a universal cure for bladder trouble. The fragment hints at medical remedies and endorsements attributed to Thornton and Sh.
The Memphis Tennessee Times editor praises Foley's Honey and Tar as a prime remedy for coughs and lung trouble, while A G Thornton warns to buy only the genuine yellow package. P H Boteler in Monterey offers a county jack ready for service upon short notice.
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