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Newspaper
Brandon News
Location
Brandon, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1919
Page
3
Local notes report visits and movements of residents including Miss Oteria Brown and J. R. Longmire among others. Civil and church events highlighted with Rev Bryan Simmons preaching, a marriage of Eugene A. Jackson and Myra Lindsey, and the death of Wesley M. Smith. memorial and funeral details follow for Brandon and nearby communities.
A pretty marriage was celebrated at the home of Dr and Mrs H M King in West Jackson shortly after noon. James Buchanan of Brandon wed Miss Hattie Belle Mills with Dr King officiating in the presence of her sisters and other relatives. The couple left for Clinton to catch a train for their new home in Birmingham Alabama.
Notice states the shop will close from 9 p m Saturday to 6 a m Monday until further notice. A meeting of the county Superintendent of Education committee is set for Tuesday afternoon at 5 o'clock, June 17, 1919, in the office. Meddiene Robinson is chairman.
A five year old black Percheron mare weighing about 1100 pounds is offered for sale. The animal is described as gentle and a reliable worker for wagon plow or buggy. The seller notes overstock and offers a bargain. Contact T. J. Smith, Florence, Mississippi Route Free Delivery No. 2.
Rankin County Mississippi notifies taxpayers that the 1919 assessment rolls are filed with the clerk of the Board of Supervisors in Brandon. The board will hear objections on the first Monday in July 1919 at the courthouse. June 7 1919. J L Bass Tax Assessor Rankin County Mississippi.
Auto tire agents promote Goodrich brands with 6000 mile fabric and 8000 mile cord guarantees. Prices shown for Ford sizes 30 x 3, 30 x 3 4, and oversize 31 x 3.75. They offer on site adjustments, Ford method repairs, and monthly inspections by a Ford Factory Man.
Jackson Mississippi news notes the Democratic state executive committee backing a liberal construction of 1918 statutes over older 1906 code, extending deadlines for candidate announcements 15 days before the first primary set for August 5. It lists committee members, proxies, and key attendees, including Gov. hopeful Oscar G Johnston.
Miss Clara Bell Peixatto and two brothers Julian and Dave from Quinton Oklahoma returned home after visiting grandmother Mrs. Warren. Miss Mable Wilson left for Forest to visit sister Mrs. Allen Atkins then Meridian for the summer Normal. Meriella Williams returned from I. I. & C. where she attended the past session. Mrs. Jessie Gallaspie and three Newton children visit mother Mrs. J. B. Massengale, and Mrs. J. Y. Overstreet with son John Billie from Mize visit. Mrs. Lynn Nolan’s friends welcome her home and her daughter Elizabeth Murle. Bill Aiden of Vicksburg recently discharged returns to visit. Florence Gay left for A. & M. to spend six weeks at the normal. J. M. Stingily hosted his brother John Athen of Arkansas for a few days after twenty years. Little Mack Britt remains on the sick list.
Sealed bids will be received at the chancery clerk's office until 12 o'clock moon on the first Monday in July 1919 for supplies for the county home feed stuffs for road districts and repairs to a bridge on Pelahatchie and Fannih road according to plans on file. Three barrels roof cement requested. The board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. To Robinson, Clerk.
An onlookers says Bobby heads a parade carrying a banner reading Fourth Liberty Loan Parade. He chatters cheerfully inviting others to join and take part in the civic event.
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