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Newspaper
Brandon News
Location
Brandon, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1908
Page
4
Vicksburg hosts a Collier club gathering while Jackson holds a meeting for Maj. Henry. A new article by Prof Hugo Muensterberge prompts debate. Rumors put Farmer Dickson as a possible congressman in Mc Lean’s old district. Government reports flag below average corn yield. Fall oats seed advised for early grazing and cheaper feed.
The article notes Manhattan as the densest island with 99,150 people per square mile, compares crowded conditions to other towns, mentions Chicago resident Clara Black suing for divorce over a morning mustache curl, and cites Missouri honey king A O Calhoun with 5000 pounds of honey in sight, plus Union Day celebrations across the United States.
The pageant featured tastefully decorated floats from local business houses, ending with a night ball at the colliseum. A Belleville magistrate who has joined 1200 marriages offers life guidance to couples to deter divorce, urging patience after divorce and caution about remarriage. He is quoted on social proprieties and long life aims.
The text argues for abolishing immigration bureaus and sharply limiting arrivals from southeast Europe and western Asia while urging vigorous federal enforcement of all immigration laws to protect national welfare and constitutional integrity. The cotton crop report notes a mixed season with ginners up to Sept 1 showing 200,000 more bales than last year, but not guaranteeing a bumper crop due to early planting and risks from September October storms.
The Vicksburg Herald notes a country negro driving four yoke of oxen up Washington Street using a whip and calls out to the animals in a strange vernacular. The item reflects northern daily sensibilities as Jackson Meridian and other cities expand with street cars and auto trade.
The boll weevil is reported in Adams Jefferson and Wilkins counties and is likely to spread to Claiborne Hinds Warren Amite Franklin Copiah and Lincoln next year if not checked. Early planting fast working on lands and good fertilization are advised to outrun the pest, as lack of food can halt its advance and corn and other crops may help balance farming prosperity.
Rear Admiral Robley Evans, honored at a banquet, downplays fear of war with Japan while urging a permanent fleet guarantee. He proposes twenty four battleships with sixteen active in each ocean and eight in reserve, to ensure strong naval presence in the Pacific and Atlantic.
The letter argues for a modern Pacific fleet to deter invasion and preserve peace. It cites Warren County’s call for young men to the front in Collier’s congressional bid, critiques past support for Street, and notes the writer’s schedule as Superintendent S R Myers.
Pre-inventory sale to reduce stock starts August 9 offering general merchandise at cost excluding staples. Inspect prices to verify genuine values in county. H A Busick Co invites buyers to the stirring sale and urges prompt purchases.
The September 15 primary will decide the district's next congressman for the term. A large Democrat turnout in Rankin County could secure Maj Henry's victory, while a big home county majority would settle the result. The message urges all qualified Democratic electors to vote, noting the high stakes for local interests.
An old Brandon Mercantile advertisement promotes new furniture and cook stoves with a “carload” of coffins robes and fabrics. The piece also lists upcoming teacher examinations for white teachers on September 4 and 25 and 26. Also mentions Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills and a local grocery order including flour shorts and bran.
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