From the South to Detroit A Grim Migration Tale
A Detroit News led account depicts thousands of Southern Black migrants arriving in Detroit and other Northern cities seeking higher wages, only to face poverty, illness, and abrupt death. The piece notes unidentified bodies in morgues, warding off sorrow with relief cards and urging ministers to ensure migrants carry name and relative addresses to reduce nameless burials.
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Detroit
Col Witins
The
Detroit News
South
Georgia
Tennessee
Mississippi
Chers
Mary Linda Livin
North Carolina
Dixie
Potter's Field
Palmer
Children Playing on Church Yards Sparks Complaint
A local note urges action to stop children playing on church yards. Concerns include danger to windows and trampling of glass on lawns. The practice is deemed improper and is to be halted.
The Wren Play Postponed By Weather At Brandon
The Wren a play by Pelahatchie region members was to be staged at Brandon High School auditorium but was postponed due to bad weather and impassable roads. It will be presented under the Episcopal Guild for St Luke’s Church fund raising.
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Pelahatchie
Brandon High School
Episcopal Guild
St. Luke’s Church
Dispute Over Cow In Court Plaintiff Wins
In Pearson community Judge J. J. Neely's court heard a case over legal ownership of a cow. Paul Bierdeman sued W. L. Schults after a dispute and ensuing fight amid witnesses. the jury ruled for Bierdeman, with Schults appealing and the case continued.
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Pearson
J. J. Neely
H. C. Washburn
Paul Bierdeman
W. L. Schults
Bierdeman
Schults
Verner Alexanderson Reunited With Family in Watertown
The photograph shows Verner Alexanderson of Schenectady held by Mrs. H. D. Grinnell in whose hands he was found. Jack the dog, gifted by his kidnappers, waits with them in the Watertown sheriff's office for his mother Mrs. E. F. W. Alexanderson to arrive.
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Verner Alexanderson
Schenectady
N.Y
H. DD. Grinnell
Jack
Watertown
N. Y
E. F. W. Alexanderson
Mother's Day Observed at Methodist and Baptist Churches
Sunday services at the Methodist Church honored mothers with prayers and reflections while flowers filled homes with fragrance. In memory of deceased mothers, white roses were worn. Brandon and Fannin mothers received tribute as parishioners listened to remarks on their sacrifice. At the local Baptist Church Sunday School pupils sang songs celebrating maternal love and reverence.
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Brandon
Fannin
Auto Sales Surge in Hankin County in 1922
The county reports a major auto shipment from Toledo consisting of 250 cars, distributed to southern cities including Jackson. Willys-Overland led the move. From January 1 to May 1, 1922, Hankin County sold 864 license tags to auto owners, and 500 tags were issued in 1923, indicating rising ownership by 186.
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Toledo
Ohio
South
Jackson
Willys- Overland
Hankin County
Clean-up Day at School Campus Draws Brandon Helpers
Friday was Clean-up Day at the school campus with Prof. Broom dismissing classes. The Rake and Hoe brigade labored steadily burning brush leaves and papers as planning for grading and planting flowers proceeds, and a large crowd attended.
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Brandon
Broom
J R East Hurt In Peculiar Clothes Line Axe Accident
J R East popular attorney suffered a painful early Monday morning injury when an axe caught on a clothes line and struck his forehead. The blow required four stitches and left him unconscious. the final extent of his injuries was not known.
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J. R. East
Brandon Team Sweeps Two From Jackson on Friday
On the Jackson diamond Brandon split a doubleheader with Jackson, losing 3 to 1 in the opener before winning the second game. Lilly pitched 16 strikeouts in 5 innings, allowing 3 hits, while scoring Brandon’s two runs. Sale Lilly and Timman led Brandon’s offense, with Dillingslea and Parks contributing key moments in the later game. Players listed include Brandon: W. Morris, Martin, L. May, Corley, Moore, Lilly, Gayden, Parker, Jackson, Lyons, Pat, Barnes. Jackson: Stephenson, Smith, and others.
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Jackson
Jackson Scout Troop
Brandon
Lilly
May
Stephenson
Smith
Boy Seveut
Badadon
Branden
Sale Lilly
Nile
Timman
Mainy
Dillingslea
Oof Parks
Parker
Little Ind
Par Brandon
W. Morris
Martin
L. May
Corley
Moore
Gayden
For
Lyons
Pat
Barnes
Root
Fleming
Norris
Papadol
Hartiian
Pridgen
P. T. A. of Rankin County Presents Banner to State
Rankin County P. T. A delegates returned from the State P. T. A. meet at Greenwood reporting an enthusiastic gathering. They voted to offer a banner to the district sending the best report next year. Since the banner could not be bought with state funds, Rankin County will present it. Reactions included rising thanks and cheers.
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Rankin County
Greenwood
Vparent- Teacher Association
PT. A
Dumping on Rankin Pike Provokes County Action
Rankin County residents along Rankin Pike complain of dumped garbage near the lake including rotten Irish potatoes cabbage and other refuse. While the culprit is unknown many citizens suspect Jackson stores. They plan to ask the Board of Supervisors to pass a law banning dumping near the highway. The waste is unsightly and unhealthy.
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Rankin County
Rankin
Jackson
Board of Supervisors
Parsonage Repair Planned by Pelahatchie and Brandon M E Churches
Pelahatchie and Brandon Methodist Churches plan repairs on the parsonage. Pelahatchie church contributed liberally, and a Dollar Day event raised funds. The local church requests $75 for the project, with B T Morris appointed to collect. Work will start as soon as funds are ready.
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Pelahatchie
Brandon
B. T. Morris
Brandon Methodist
Brandon Girl Honored at D A R Meet Recently
At the National Convention of the D A R in Washington Margaret R Buchanan formerly of Brandon served as Page for Mrs White retiring President General and represented her home Chapter Ralph Humphreys Jackson Mississippi. Miss Buchanan is noted as one of Brandon’s most accomplished girls having completed her accounting course and held a responsible Washington position for two years and she will receive her degree June 15.
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Washington
D. C
Margaret R. Buchanan
Brandon
White
Ralph Humphreys
Jackson
Miss
Margaret
Record-Setting Pilot Nominated for Continental Flight
Lieut L R Maughan piloted the plane that set a world record by covering one kilometer at 236 mph. He has been chosen to attempt a new transcontinental flight to beat the time of Lieuts MacReady and Kelly, who landed in California after crossing the continent in 26 hours 50 minutes 48 25 seconds.
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Lieut
L. R. Maughan
Miaughan Huis
Lieuts. MacReady and
Kelly
Californ
Broad Based Child Welfare Program Outlined
The State Board of Health Bureau of Child Welfare outlines a statewide, broad program for prenatal, infant, and preschool care, with renewed focus on school-age health education and mouth hygiene. County units perform school examinations, weight records, building inspections, infant assessments, literature distribution, and follow-up corrective work. Program also includes health lectures films plays and newspaper service.
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Bureau of Child Welfare
State Board of Health
jGemicittee
County Trustees Hold Interesting Meet Saturday
A county trustees association gathering at the courthouse Saturday drew farmers away from fields for a half day of talks. W N Taylor of the Mississippi Educational Association urged trustees to hire competent teachers, keep politics from selections, and offered to assist in securing qualified staff. Reports from Pisgah Consolidated, Cato Consolidated, Fannin Separate, Clear Creek, Shady Dell, and Rankin County Agricultural High School highlighted progress and broad approval of these meetings.
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County Trustees’ Association
Court House
W. N. Taylor
Mippi Educational Association
Taylor
Mississippi Educational Association
J. A. Robinson
Pisgah Consolidated
A. J. Grantham
Cato Consolidated
Jim Robinson
Fannin Separate
J. M. Burnham
Clear Creek
J. L. Bass
Shady Dell
J. B. Williamson
Rankin County Agricultural High School
Pisgah
Federal road project approved for Jackson to Meridian link
Mississippi State Highway Department reports federal official Bill Davis recommended approval of a project from two miles east of Pearl River to four miles from Pelahatchie through Rankin County. The 70 mile long route will be funded by Rankin County and the federal government and connect with a gravel road into Scott County. Approval confirmation came after papers were sent to Washington.
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Mississippi State Highway Department
Federal Bureau of Public Roads
Boll Davis
State Highway Department
Jackson
Rankin County
Scott Couity
Meridian
Washington
O. Ko
Memorial Day Address Highlights from Local observance
Hon Lotterhos headlined a Memorial Day program observed Sunday in the High School Auditorium due to rain. Fred Lotterhos of Jackson praised veterans, with Major Patrick Meary and Captain John Webb delivering talks. Boy Scouts laid flowers on graves as the program closed with a song and prayers.
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Lotterhos
Webb
Jackson
Henry
Fred Lotterhas
America
Patrick Meary
John Webb
Beautiful Flowers
W. J. Dawson
Pat Henry Mayers
Fred Lotterhos
Camp McLaurin to Be Summer Resort for Boy Scouts
The Jackson Boy Scouts prepare a summer encampment at Camp Sidney McLaurin near Rankin County with Brandon Scouts likely joining. Eagle Scouts will serve as instructors and staff, new tents tarpaulins and a store are ordered, and the daily camp fee remains fifty cents. An estimated three hundred scouts are expected to attend, making it the Jackson Council’s most successful camp to date.
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Boy Scouts of
Jackson
Old Country Club Lake
Rankin County
Sidney McLaurin
Brandon
Jackson Boys
Eagle Scouts
Jackson Council
Storm threats hit North Rankin and Brandon area
A Tuesday morning danger of a cyclone loomed over Brandon and northern Rankin County as dark clouds moved rapidly, but wind stayed high enough to limit damage. Heavy rain persisted all day, delaying plowing and dampening farmers’ spirits.
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Brandon
Rankin County
New Piano to Be Purchased by Baptist Church
The local Baptist Church plans to buy a new piano soon. The Woman's Missionary Society and the Sunday School each contributed 50 dollars, the church gave 100, Sunbeams 5, and the B Y P U pledged more. The balance will come from personal contributions. committee members I C White O E B Martin and G A Harrison were appointed to arrange the purchase.
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Baptist Church
Plano
Woman's Missionary Society
Sunday School
Church
The
Sunbeams
Mesdames
I. C. White
O. E B. Martin
G. A. Harrison
Rear Admiral Chester Declares Turkey Concessions Unpaid
Rear Admiral Colby M. Chester, retired naval officer, says rivals have bribed officials in Turkey while his associates paid nothing. The statement follows reports of his oil and mineral concessions drawing global attention and competitive intrigue among British and French firms.
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Colby M. Chester
Turkey
Amoiral
Resort Swept by Flood and Flames in Hot Springs
A flood followed by a major fire wrecks the business district of Hot Springs Arkansas, with widespread property damage estimated in the millions. The cloudburst devastated streets, stores, baths, and hotels as utilities failed. several people were rescued from the torrent and injuries reported, though no lives are confirmed lost.
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Af Springs
Ark
No Action Yet On Pearl River Bridge Plan
No action taken by Rankin and Hinds county boards on the Pearl River bridge. Reported as dangerous by examiners, with plans for joint funding: each county to pay a quarter of the cost and the federal government to cover the remaining half. This bridge is the only crossing on the road into the capital city from Meridian to Vicksburg via Jackson.
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Pearl River Bridge
Boards of Supervisors
Rankin Or Hinds County
Pearl River
Rankinami
Capital City
Meridian
Vicksburg
Jackson
Conference at Methodist Church This Saturday
The second quarterly conference will be held at the Methodist Church in this city Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Rev. M. L. Burton of Jackson will preside and handle church business for Pelahatchie Brandon Greenfield and Providence. Rev. W. J. Dawson urges attendance.
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M. L. Burton
Whler
Jackson
Pelahatchie
Brandon
Greenfield
Providence
W. J. Dawson
Clean-up Day Observed in Pela hatchie
The town held another Clean-up Day last week to improve appearance. Wagons collected trash from each home and removed tin cans paper and rubbish, a campaign long run and repeatedly successful for Pela hatchie.
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Pelahatchie
Farms Entered in Green Contest Promote Better Rankin Farming
In Rankin County seventeen leading farmers join a five year green contest funded by Mr W T Green and county agents. Five acre plots drilled and tested with corn cotton oats and mixed crops show progress. Simmons and the Farm Bureau back the effort as a business proposition to spur progressive agriculture. Watch these crib boys in 1923 for lint cotton yields aimed at 300 pounds.
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Rankin County
Wt. T. Green
Mer. Green
Singins
Simmons
Oo. L. Simmons
Green
Mississippi Agriculture
Lincoln car seized in Jackson with 182 quarts of liquor
Federal agents seized a Lincoln car in a Jackson private garage owned by a Rankin County man. The car reportedly contained 182 quarts of liquor and caused a traffic scene as officers moved the load to safety. No charges or names of informants have been released, and authorities pursue responsibility.
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Rankin County
Jackson
Prohibition
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Axe
Jackson Scout Troop 2
M. E
Brandon Girl
D.A.R. Meet
Federal Bureau of Public Road
Jackson-Pelahatchie Road
Camp Mclaurin
Country Club Lake Eagle Scouts
North Rankin and Brandon
Admiral Chester
Hot Springs
Ozarks
Burton
Dawson
Lincoln
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