Congressional primary results and editorial snips from regional papers
The Brandon News notes Williams as Democratic congressional nominee with 327 votes, Henry 1,548, Hooker 492, majority 1,287, and reports no challenged boxes. It also surveys several unjust or humorous items from Lake Como News and other papers, including editorials on crime, religion, and social satire, with short remarks on local candidates like John Kyllingstad and a widow's card of thanks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williams
Henry
Hooker
Judge rules swearing via telephone is a prosecutable offense
The Lake Como News reports Dr. Gettys of St. Louis fined five dollars and costs for shouting oaths over the telephone at an operator. The judge held offenses long distance are punishable where completed, profanity unprovoked, and not excusable as self defense. The item also notes contrasting views on school funding and local opinions on extending schools. An Ohio editor’s brief truth urges readers to publish when corrective action is needed.
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Dr. Gettys
St. Louis
Lake Como
Public figures praised for steadfast service and integrity
Opinion pages praise John Sharp Williams as an honorable nation builder and a scholar statesman. The New Orleans States lauds his character, while the Washington Post notes his role as a bulwark of the Anglo-Saxon public service tradition.
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John Sharp Williams
New Orleans States
Washington Post
South
England
Warning about campaign papers swindling candidates
Aberdeen Ex aminer and Kemper Herald condemn deceptive campaign papers that promise help to candidates in return for fees. They cite a DeKalb example four years ago where the outfit cost $25, fleeced candidates and citizens, then vanished after the election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aberdeen Examiner
DeKalb
Kemper Herald
Race War Humbug Says Aberdeen Examiner
The Aberdeen Examiner denounces race war scare lines in the south noting no real conflict exists among whites and blacks. It argues such fears stem from post Reconstruction rhetoric and asserts all decent people live as friends of peace and order.
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South
Aberdeen Examiner
Not Cause for Offense in Newspaper Editing
A Newton Record excerpt endorsed by The News defends editors for occasional oversights in naming guests or participants at social events. It argues such omissions are unintended and publishers are glad to mention such matters, while noting enemies may be made by newspaper staff.
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Newton Record
Parson's Noble Act and Endorsement of Electric Bitters
A reflection on newspaper duties stressing impartiality and not omitting names, followed by Rev. C J Budlong of Ashaway Rhode Island praising Electric Bitters as a cure for jaundice and liver trouble. The ad quotes multiple local distributors guaranteeing satisfaction at 50 cents.
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Rev
C. J. Budlong
Ashaway, R. I
A.G. Thornton
A. L. D. Rhodes
Pelohatebie
A. O. Norman
Cato
Privilege licenses issued in August by the sheriff
During August the sheriff issued privilege licenses to several individuals for merchandise and other trades. Names include J A Lindsey for merchandise at 2.50, J W Dearman 2.50, W D Myers 2.50, D B Neely 2.50, H E Martin for Jack 5, J D Scarborough 2.50, OC E Martin for livery stable 10, and W L Patrick and Son for merchandise 2.56.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Lindsey
J. W. Dearman
W. D. Myers
D. B. Neely
H. E. Martin
J. D. Scarborough
OC. E. Martin
W. L. Patrick and Son
Photographer C C Harlan Helps Dyspepsia Victims
Eaton C photographer C C Harlan praises Electric Bitters after years of severe indigestion. The tonic claims to aid stomach, liver and kidney problems, building strength. Advertised by local druggists with a 50 cent price. Also notes a mosquito deterrent method using alum in water per an exchange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lapland
C. C. Harlan
Eaton, C
A.G. Thornton
Brandon
A. L. D. Rhodes
Pelahatchie
A. C. Norman
Cato
Boy nearly blinded by garden weed poison cured by witch hazel
W H Dibble of Sioux City recounts how his 11 year old son touched a weed poison to his eyes while picnicking. A neighbor recommended De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve which eased the discharge and restored sight. The ad notes uses for skin diseases cuts burns wounds and piles and warns against counterfeits.
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W. H. Dibble
Sioux City
de Witt
DeWitt
Lpeware
A. G. Thornton
Ozone Belt Health Resort Near Covington Louisiana
Notable resort area in St Tammany Parish lies north of Lake Pontchartrain in Piney Woods, traversed by East Louisiana Railroad. It connects with the Queen and Crescent Route and Covington marks the farthest point, about sixty miles by rail from New Orleans.
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Ozone Belt
Louisiana
St. Tammany Parish
Lake Pontchartrain
East Louisiana Railroad
Queen and Crescent
Covington
New Orleans
Metropolis of the South Health Resort Reputation
The Metropolis of the South is little written about yet near its location lies the best health giving qualities of any southern locality, possibly in the country, boasting a strong reputation for wellness.
A Cure for Cholera Infantum Miracle Verdict
Mrs Curtis Baker of Bookwalter Ohio recalls a neighbor’s infant saved from cholera infantum after using Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as directed. In two days the child recovered fully and remains healthy almost one year later. Sold by A G Thornton.
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Curtis Baker
Bookwalter
Ohio
Chamberlain
A. G. Thornton
Brandon School Board To Meet September 13 1902
Notice states the School Board of Education will hold a meeting in the supt office at the courthouse in Brandon at 10 p m on September 13 1902. Signed R Cook superintendent.
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School Board of Education
Court House
Brandon
Strayed or Stolen Horse Advertised in Brandon Miss
From pasture at Brandon Mississippi one sorrel horse ten to twelve years old with a large scar on the right hip and a good saddle. Information leading to recovery will be rewarded. Contact C. E. Gayden.
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Brandon
Miss
C. E. Gayden
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Brandon News
W. S. May
Congress
R. H. Henry
Clarion Ledger
Neville
Pascagoula
Illinois
John Kyllingstad
Durant News
Kyllingstad
Holmes
Miami County
Kansas
Avering
Gilroy
Democrat Star
Atlantic Ocean
Pacific Ocean
Atlantic
Hell
S. Alexander
Pat, Mississippi
NEW Fall Goods
Hamilton-Brown Shoe Co
J. A. Taylor & Son, Pelahatchie
Mississippi
WENTY
R. B. Fulton
Stone Wall
Bolt Delta
Bolt Victoria
Bolt Rescue
Bolt Brogan Shoes
J. A. Spann
Cotton & Cotton Seed Buyers
Shiloh High School
W. Ward
Rankin County, Miss
R. Cook
F. A. Gulledge
Ver
Bena
Ala
Bucklen
A.C. Norman
Walter A. Wood
H. A. Busick
Clinton
Mississippi College
W. T. Lowry
D.D
P. H. Eager
Hillman College
Christian School of
John L. Johnson
W.owen& Son
Old
Brandon, Miss
Queens Crescent ‘Route
Newsrleans
Northeasternrr
Alabamas
Vicksburg RY
Rus Necame
Gayden & CO
Pela
Dolid
J Anderson
Geo. H. Smith
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