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Newspaper
Brandon News
Location
Brandon, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1902
Page
4
An old post office inspector declares dishonest clerks and carriers are trapped by decoy letters with marked money. He explains theft patterns, how traps ensnare repeat offenders, and the relentless pursuit to land them in jail, noting the risk grows once suspicion arises.
A Mississippi Journal piece urges merchants and business leaders to foster friendly ties and cooperative effort to build progressive towns. It notes political or religious differences should not block neighborly collaboration and emphasizes that working together strengthens everyone’s influence and progress.
A reflective piece warns that ignoring public affairs leads to town decline and social friction. It contrasts private focus with civic interest, urging involvement to avoid shame and neighborly abuse. Includes a capsule on Dr King’s New Life Pills and local notices.
White licenses include William D. Taylor and Lillian Speer, O. W. Morgan and Hattie Laird, Penn Edwards and Annie Boyd, Chas Harris and Beatrice Smith, R. J. Brown and Sadie Sentry, W. P. Myers and A. E. Hardy, J. Stuart and Dana Sullivan. Colored licenses list Dave Fare, Maholmy Davidson, Pinkie Jenkins, Laula Green, Chas Edwards, Manis Dear. Also a public notice about a man named M. A. Hogarty of Lexington, Kentucky reported yellow jaundice now cured by Electric Bitters, with endorsements from local doctors and merchants.
An essay on steady work and grit, arguing that lasting achievement comes from persistent effort and honest living rather than early talent or flash. It cites A Marden and anecdotal notes on personal perseverance and includes garbled names and stray lines.
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