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Newspaper
Brandon News
Location
Brandon, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1911
Page
4
The Brandon News urges that the Canadian reciprocity treaty be ratified, arguing reactionaries in the Senate seek to derail it to hurt farmers and Democrats. It predicts the House will press the measure through, while warning that delaying tactics could cost Republicans in 1912 and that the public demand favors ratification.
The piece argues the government should pursue criminal charges against 150 individuals tied to 10 trade groups under the Sherman Act. It disputes the civil procedure used and asserts guilt, if any, belongs in a criminal indictment. It contrasts Supreme Court views on restraining trade with personal culpability and notes public skepticism about smoking.
A group of meat manufacturers argues meat is not essential to mince pie and asks Dr. Wiley to decide if substitutes will destroy the dish. The piece mocks prohibition era substitutes and remarks on traditions versus modern reform.
The text debates what constitutes a near-trust and notes that a monopoly in any trade is illegal. It questions how far capital lineups may go before a dissolution and reorganization is required, a legal issue that will occupy trust attorneys.
The writer asks who will present a new dialogue to settle disputes about honesty and theft, seeking universal agreement on when someone is a liar or a thief and how truth should be established. The fragment reflects concern with clear standards for truthfulness.
The postal savings program shows success and will spawn 400 new postal banks each week for some time, as postmasters report progress and expanded access to savings services nationwide.
The Rev John F Carson moderator of the Presbyterian general assembly in Atlantic City denounces modern industry for crowding people into masses and squeezing out personal agency. He says capital and labor clash, class hatreds grow, and government must bear heavy responsibility as society faces a defining problem of American civilization.
The invitation of the steel trust under a national house resolution is shown by its output surpassing the combined production of the United Kingdom Germany and France. Last year manufacturers’ value exceeded $200 million as the world’s largest capital consolidation. A nine member House committee led by Representative Stanley of Kentucky will determine if the trust is a reasonable or unreasonable restraint on trade.
John Kirby Jr, national president of the National Association of Manufacturers, accused the American Federation of Labor of criminal conduct and alleged misuse of funds. He charged the AFL with open warfare against Jesus Christ, claiming 2,000,000 members. Workers will dismiss his remarks as exaggerated talk.
A young man chats with his love at a garden gate when she asks a great favor. He vows to help, then asks what it is. She confesses she does not want him leaning on the gate because her father had painted it that afternoon and would be upset if he had to repaint it.
The piece praises Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as universally trusted and dependable, with Brandon Drug Co. listed as a seller. It then reports New Jersey’s supreme court ruling that $3000 is the proper figure in a case involving a married man and another woman's alleged actions, questioning the value of a heart stolen from its rightful owner.
Whooping cough is not dangerous when cough is kept loose and expectoration easy by giving Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It has been used in many epidemics of this disease with perfect success. For sale by Brandon Drug Co.
Trust deed for Ben and Pearlie Means filed May 4 1907 on multiple parcels in Rankin County Mississippi to secure a debt to E N Ross. Trustee Sol Welch will auction the lands on June 30 1911 between 11 am and 4 pm at Lynwood for cash, conveying only vested title.
A Texas ranch of 500 000 acres has awarded a contract to kill 50 000 000 prairie dogs amid widespread suspicion about such culling. The Des Moines Register notes alarm and concern over the scope of the program and its potential ecological impact.
A 1911 personal letter from Earlville Illinois writer reflects on long association with Brandon News, praise for E B Tabor and successors, health setbacks, plans to expand farmer coverage and include historical notes, and a warm reunion with Ed Tabor during a visit to Brandon. The letter expresses intent to resume writing as health permits and to share private notes from Tabor with readers.
The writer recounts a warm visit with Dr Berry and Mrs Tabor at the old home. They regret his illness, hope he recovers soon, and mention a Brandon to Florence trip to see him. They praise progress in Mississippi, credit his writings, and request a letter when able. They ask to convey regards to Mrs Evans and friends there.
Blisters on the hands burns scalds old sores lame back and rheumatism are subject to its great healing power. It provides marvelous pain relief at prices 25c 50c and 1.00 per bottle. Sold by Wm Flowers Florence Mississippi.
Sunday school changed to 345 pm and prayer meeting at 8 pm. School patrons elected Hilton Russell as principal Alice Shotts as first assistant and Ada Purvy as primary. Esther Jackson died, nurse Maud Gates attended. New York City reports 10000 unemployed men suggesting broader national unemployment amid Republican prosperity.
A cautionary note warns against choosing self harm even in extreme heat or pressure suggesting a risky leap from one danger to another and urging seeking help instead.
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