Announcement of eighth district congressional candidates
Several announcements from the Eighth Congressional District show candidates seeking the Democratic nomination for Congress. Jon Williams addresses supporters in Washington with a pledge of public service. Other figures listed include Col. Chas E Hooker Judge Patrick Henry and Col W A Montgomery, all declaring candidacy under party guidance.
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Jonn
Williams
Washington, D. C
Congress
Eighth Congressional District
Chas
E. Hooker
Democratic Party
Sue
Patrick Henry
Col. W. A. Montgomery
Statesmen for the Legislature in 1904
Mississippi needs honest capable lawmakers to foster industrial growth in 1904. The Aberdeen Weekly urges every county to elect men of fitness, bold enough to support favorable manufacturing laws and prudent governance to attract mill capital and investor interest at the St Louis exposition.
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Mississippi
St Louis
Aberdeen
What caused the Martinique disaster eruption theory
The fragment discusses possible causes of the Martinique disaster, suggesting subterranean caverns and a geological connection between volcanic regions. It proposes Mount Pelee as an eastern terminus of submerged volcanoes and hints at channels transmitting disturbances across great distances.
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Martinique
Mount Pelee
Colima
Mexico
Central America
Geological sewers and fiery earth crust described
A fragment discusses immense underground geologic sewers filled with lava steam and cinders, arguing extreme heat would cause dissociation and pressure without needing water cracks. It cites Harper’s Weekly on fiery subterranean processes and airless combustion effects.
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St. Pierre
Harper’s Weekly
Marital Status Among National House Members
Among 356 sitting members of the national house of representatives, all but 23 are or have been married, highlighting the prevalence of marriage in the legislature.
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National House of Representatives
Lincoln Laughs at Three Homeopathic Doctors
In spring 1863 Lincoln dismissed three homeopathic doctors as busy with the war. He later joked he could not pronounce Shadrach Meshach and Abednego, recounting a Sunday school boy’s struggle with the names. The anecdote ends noting the doctors fled.
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Lincoln
Stanton
Shadrach
Meshach
Abednigo
Johnnie
Mississippi Is The State
Durant News quotes a progressive farmer arguing against leaving Mississippi saying those who leave have not seen other places and do not know the drawbacks of moving. He notes distance can enchant the view but questions those who relocate.
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Durant News
Mississippi
Perdom
Mississippi lure and its dangers contrasted with out-of-state travel
The passage argues Mississippi offers fewer drawbacks than other regions and that 99 percent of travelers who leave the state eventually return. It portrays the idea of seeking a “better land” as risky, likening bad schemes to gold bricks or con games while noting few places are perfect.
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Mississippi
Heaven
Durant News
Mississippi Appeal and Female Weakness Cure
A Mississippi promotional pitch extols the state for moisture land price sun and opportunity while a testimonial from Mrs J R Faver of Atlanta Ga touts Smith's Sure Kidney Cure curing female weakness after doctors failed. The advert notes prices 50 cents and 1.00 and a seller A L Rhodes of Pelahatchie.
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Smith
J. R. Faver
Atlanta
A. L. Rhodes
Pelahatchie
For Sale: House with 9 Rooms and Garden in Mississippi
For sale private listing by W A Loflin Jackson Mississippi Raines House. Six rooms on first floor and three in basement two stairways and large open gallery. Two acres garden Bermuda and clover pasture with water for stock. Barn with four stalls. Cash or half cash with balance over time. Contact Dr J T B Berry Brandon Mississippi or W A Loflin.
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Hesssmogee Brantloy
Hou
W. A. Loflin
Jackson
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Claims Healing Power
An advertisement touts DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as a cure for cuts wounds and skin diseases even when delayed wounds become sores. It features testimonials from H C Hardy of Yankeetown Ind and S R Meredith of Willow Grove Del claiming cures and urging readers to reject counterfeits.
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DeWitt
H.C. Hardy
Yankeetown
Ind
A. G. Thornton
S. R. Meredith
Willow Grove del
G. Thornton
Stomach and Liver Tablets Sold By A G Thornton
An ad notes that bad taste in the mouth signals stomach trouble and promotes Chamberlain Stomach and Liver Tablets as cleansing and invigorating for the stomach and bowels, sold at 25 cents per box by A G Thornton.
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A. G. Thornton
W S Nerve Restorer Offer In Malarial Districts Ad
An advertisement touts Smith's Nerve Restorer as a remedy for fatigue weakness and loss of vigor due to malarial residence or aging. It promises restoration to full strength and renewed vitality for men and women, citing a Pelahatchie address for the seller.
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Smith
L. D. Pelahatchie
Mrs Pollie Ponder 1902 obituary and burial notice
Mrs Pollie Ponder died peacefully on June 13 1902 and was laid to rest at County Line cemetery after services at her church She was born July 29 1829 married to James Ponder on November 23 1848 She leaves three daughters six sons and many descendants She joined Dry Creek Baptist church in 1852 later transferring to County Line church She is remembered as a devoted member and believer in the rest of the people of God Also included are short ads and notes about health remedies and local notices
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Pollie Ponder
Jesus
County Line
James Ponder
Dry Creek
County Line Church
Terry
Executors Named In Rankin County Will Case
Letters testamentary for Thos D Harris were granted in vacation May 27 1902 by the Chancery Court Rankin County Mississippi. All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them within the legal limit or be barred. W B Collier and J R Knochs executors.
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Thos. D. Harris
Chancery Court
Rankin County
Mississippi
Jane
Sheriff Sale in Rankin County Mississippi Lands Listed
State of Mississippi estate L A Smith versus Rankin County to satisfy costs of 23.57. By writ of execution issued by the Chancery Clerk the sheriff will sell July 7 1902 at the Brandon courthouse front door for cash the described lands in Rankin County to cover the sum and costs. W S Crook sheriff.
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State of
Mississippi
L. A. Smith
Rankin County
Said
Brandon
W. S. Crook
Administrator's Notice in Rankin Court over Janie Jones estate
Letters of administration granted by the Chancery Court of Rankin County to Benj McClenatian as administrator. He calls all claimants against the estate of Mrs. Janie Jones to probate and register their claims as required by law or be barred. The notice is dated this June.
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Chancery Court
Rankin Court
Janie Jones
Benj. McClenatian
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