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Newspaper
Brandon News
Location
Brandon, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1922
Page
2
The Brandon News reflects on Independence Day and liberty as cherished heritage from forefathers. It emphasizes gratitude to the heroes of 1776 and the enduring memory of their deeds, urging Americans to salute and uphold national ideals.
Days pass since J P Morgan and his syndicate refused to sanction a German loan. No ripple of chagrin or explanation follows. The amount, a mere billion dollars, proves too insignificant amid current foreign exchange fate.
The piece analyzes reputation versus character, noting actions and truth as the core. It discusses wealth, honesty, and conscience, then shifts to social behavior of young people and marriage, ending with county notes and a piano for sale by Mrs. Julia Walker.
The article argues cotton is vital to global civilization and warns of a looming cotton famine. It cites rising prices, the weevil menace, and Sir Charles Macara's letter urging fair remuneration for producers. It stresses the planter's value and the need for improved farming and breeding to prevent shortages.
Fred Starck of Ohio, a former newspaper man and known in political circles, has been nominated by President Harding to be Director of the War Finance Corporation. The nomination has been confirmed by the Senate, with Starck succeeding Angus McLean.
Local items include Prof C L Byrd and Mrs Lala Burkaite traveling to Mendenhall for normal. J R Hilton and son Harvey visiting Hilton relatives. Tom Byrd visiting Brexton. Mrs R N Harrison's new baby girl. Jessie Robinson Quinnie Gardner W E Boggan and Chester Gardner from Crystal Springs visiting Miss Ethel Brinson. J M Byrd visiting Homefolks. For sale eight purebred Airdale puppies at $10 each. Rankin County School Board meets July 1 1922 at 10 am to hear business. Political notices include Judge G E Wilson under Democratic primary. S H Sam Bagnall candidate for Insurance Commissioner. G C Tann seeking re election as Judge of Chancery Court Second Judicial District, Democratic primary.
Lucknow and nearby residents report Sunday visits and church activities. Notables include Mr and Mrs Noble Ellice with kin, Mrs Kersh recovering from illness, and Liberty Church hit by lightning after Sunday school. Included are visits from J L Spann of Pearl, D B Jones and nephew, and a Brandon win at a ball game with Finkbine Lumber camp attendees.
An old market blurb advertises a cake form odor and rodent deterrent named epsolutegr. Claims rats and mice dislike it, cats or dogs won t touch it, comes in three sizes, priced at 1.25. Sold with a guarantee.
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