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Newspaper
Brandon News
Location
Brandon, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1905
Page
8
A religious anti liquor manifesto attacks liquor traffic as pagan and ruinous. It denounces Bacchus and Gambrinus, calls for immediate action, and warns of death, degradation, and social catastrophe caused by alcohol. It emphasizes a holy war against license and tyranny.
Lula Latham of Fannin writes a touching memorial for Walter Allen killed in early youth. She recalls his Christian character gentleness and duty, and asks readers to reflect on life and death while hoping to meet in heaven.
Sister M. C. Hawthorn born in Rankin county united with Missionary Baptist church at Reho in 1866 and remained active until death. She lived with her second husband Allen Hawthorn at the time of passing.
The notice records the sudden death of George W Johnston on July 8 1905 and the loss to his lodge Cato No 230 duties church and community. It includes a tribute by the master and a call for sympathy and memorial publication in local papers Brandon News and Simpson County News.
The community health is good except for Henry Brown and his young daughter Mattie Willie. Rev D J Miley preached at Rock Hill with Rev Lo well Pope delivering a fine sermon. Protracted Baptist meeting begins August 8 with dinner. Miley assisted by Rev A H McHaffy. Methodist meeting starts August 1 with Rev Duncan assisting. Beat 5 contest to be held at John's July 256. encouragement for many to enter or at least benefit from effort. Rankin’s educational progress urged. local school seeks an experienced teacher. Visitors include Miss Hattie Cox from Lucknow and Miss Eula Myers from Light. Ice cream supper at Mrs Rosa May’s enjoyed. visits from Tom and Charlie Moore of Jackson and G I Horne. Born to Mr and Mrs S A Baker a girl on the 14th. Miss Bessie White of Fannin guests of Miss Mary Robinson. Misses Jennie Ellis of Fannin and Orvilla Eaton of Biloxi visiting J C and Dr S W Robinson. Ice cream served and enjoyed. Leesburg baseball team failed to arrive for planned game. local boys played a practice game instead.
A historical notice seeks a few high grade teachers with ability beyond common school curriculum and executive skills. Males preferred. Salary range is $50 to $70. Applications directed to S. R. Myers, Superintendent. The local home life theme is noted as a source of joy. An ice cream supper occurred at fruition.
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