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Newspaper
Brandon News
Location
Brandon, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1923
Page
1
The gent king Boris is released from confinement in Sofia palace to serve as the actual head of the Bulgarhan Government. A revolt of Teutonic origin is hinted, and Boris is said to have known this fact.
The State Executive Committee set August 7 as the first primary date with a second on August 28 1928 for Mississippi Democrats. The plan requires white Democrats only and polls tax payment and party loyalty conditions for voters. Members and rules about absentee voting and ballot handling were also established.
Regular monthly services at St Luke's Episcopal Church on day July 1 include morning service at 11 o'clock, evening service at 8 o'clock, Sunday School at 10 a.m., and Holy Communion at 11 o'clock. Mr Sessions, Rector, will meet. Obvious farming note about tomatoes and ants appears.
Major George L. Donald, IRS collector for Mississippi, warns druggists doctors dentists veterinarians and all nar cotics dealers to register and obtain a special stamp by June 30 or face penalties. All registrants mailed forms and instructions. no extension or relief from penalty is available. The collector vows to close his report July 1 showing any noncompliers.
Rankin County residents are praised for backing tick eradication efforts led by health officials. Dr. B. Green, a veterinarian from Hattiesburg, notes epidemics among cattle have declined in areas with dipping programs while warning about heavy losses in regions opposed to dipping. He urges continued cooperation and action.
In the Memphis News Scimitar of Monday an attractive photo shows the physical education majors from the Mississippi State College for Women Class of 1923 at Columbus. Ruby Barksdale, daughter of EB Barksdale of Ken Springs, is featured as a member. She graduated from Agricultural High School and has been a popular student at the college, graduating June 8. She will visit homefolks briefly before traveling to New York to see her brother Hoy Barksdale, a First Lieutenant in the Aviation Service.
Sunday exercises at Antioch on June 24 drew large crowds from nearby communities. A special committee prepared an engaging program and the children performed exceptionally well. A bountiful dinner fed the immense crowd, with visitors noting Antioch’s lively effort.
Weather and sickness prompt the Baptist church in the city to delay the revival that was to begin Sunday. Daily rains have slowed farm work, making attendance difficult, and Dr Patterson the church pastor has reported that the community desires a later date.
The July Term of Circuit Court will convene here on Monday July 1. Jurors will be drawn this week and summons sent in time for opening day. Jury selection is an important matter and only honorable citizens should serve.
Baptist Church members in the city are asked to donate to a drive for a 100000 gymnasium at Mississippi College. Tom Rhea Phillips of Florence, a former student, chairs the county committee and supports the student-led fundraising effort.
The Holly Bush community welcomed Mr. Ware and his band with a bounteous dinner and warm praise. Rev. Carl ONeal of Memphis preached to a large audience, while several locals and visitors shared news of health and travel including Mrs. A G King, Mrs. Ira Murray, and Miss Daisy Burnham as a charming guest.
Heavy rain slows farm work as farmers fall behind. Jewel Welch and Beatrice Martin return home to cheers from Crystal Springs friends. Bert Myers makes a quick trip from Crystal Springs. W B Chapman visits Arkansas on business. Visitors hosted by Mr and Mrs G B Harris. Finkbine meeting led by Rev Simmons draws locals. A J Graham and family spend weekend with J F Sinclair household.
Preaching will occur Sunday morning and evening at the Baptist Church. Everyone is invited to attend both services.
A white charmeuse gown features a silk embroidery panel with coral accents and a hat in muigre brown silk paired with a gold bead chain.
Prominent Mississippi black leaders plan a tour to urge African Americans to remain in the South where they have friends and support. A J Finch and L J Rowan defend southern treatment, arguing northern conditions bring hardship and less aid. S M Brinkley notes black Mississippians own more property and capital and would be treated fairer at home.
Local brief reports steady rain and dull weather as King Grass grows, with repeated social and business visits in Jackson and Brandon. Names include J J Whittington Carey Aldridge Pauline Lawrence and Rev W D Barrett among many others. Attendees travel to and from Jackson, Brandon, Carter and Harrisville with visits to family and repeated transacts.
A Greensboro Alabama group of prospective soldier colonists toured Rankin County farm sites while hosted by the Jackson Exchange Club and the Boy Scouts at Camp McLaurin. Jackson speakers R E H Kennington W M Buie and J M Hartfield praised Rankin lands and urged local leaders to coordinate with authorities to entice home seekers to sign up nearby.
Groundwork for a new Florence schoolhouse has begun with material staged on site and carpenters at work. The project aims for occupancy when the September term starts, marking the second substantial campus addition in recent years under Tom Rhea Phillips and a capable staff.
During a fierce wind and rain storm on Friday afternoon lightning struck Willie Quick's home near King, killing one child and injuring several others as damage spread across J. W. Taylor's Florence area farm. The storm also damaged crops countywide.
Papyrus, ridden by Steve Donoghue, captures England's premier Derby at Epsom. The purse for the big race totals about 50,000 dollars, underscoring the event's status as the season's highlight.
Despite frequent rains, truck farmers in the county earn from vegetables shipped via the Cooperative Marketing Association. Austin Byrd and William Weathersby report sizable crates of tomatoes with profits around $1.25 per crate, while Morrison has shipped crates from 24 rows. Many tomatoes are graded as seconds, fetching less per crate than top stock.
Tom Brown sustained a serious foot wound at Howies saw mill southeast of town Friday morning while oiling machinery. His footing slipped against the saw, sending him to Charity Hospital for treatment. Other items note cheerful weather, visits, and local family events.
An old brick landmark, the Brandon Mercantile Store on the main block, is receiving a new brick front. The project aims to enhance the block’s appearance. Other city buildings also need repairs and painting to improve Brandon’s overall neatness and healthful surroundings near the public square.
Florence citizens plan a large barbecue for about 1500 people with games, speakers on patriotic and educational topics, and opportunities for candidates to mingle and speak to voters after the ball game. The noon barbecue is the main attraction, canceling earlier evening program plans.
All candidates and others are reminded that the Dry Creek speaking date has moved from August 2 to August 14. The community plans a day of entertainment with dinner on the grounds and other attractions.
T. J. Smith, noted Briar Hill resident, died Friday morning June 22 at 5, after months of suffering. He passed away at his daughter Mrs. M. Allen’s home in Jackson and was laid to rest beside former relatives in Briar Hill. Funeral services were led by Pastor De Wy A. Hewitt of Jackson. Smith, a lifelong Baptist and pioneer, leaves a grieving wife and seven children, including Mone sous, Walter, Clarence, Howard, T., Mrs. M. Allen, Mrs. John Masty, and Miss Florence Smith.
Three voluntary county malaria control groups arise in Sumter County Georgia Americus Cherokee County Texas Rusk and Shelby County Tennessee Memphis led by prominent business figures to back state and local health efforts, promote drainage and disease suppression, and mobilize communities to eliminate malaria mosquitoes. The movement aims to boost land values, regional growth, and southern development by reducing disease vectors. Local notes mention rain, crop strain, and several residents’ visits and trips.
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