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Newspaper

Brookhaven Leader

Location

Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1885

Page

2

Election update from Hinds County results and candidate notes

A public circular from the Auditor of Public Accounts highlights the Hinds County race and remarks on candidates including Mr. Tine and the overall field. It praises recent endorsements and outlines expectations for the election with expressions from various state factions.

Hinds Aubin Hyyler Wade Tonent Binael Mervier Tine Tia Tyanet

Editorial Notes and Political Gossip Highlights

A collection of short notes on figures like Dr Patton of Terry and Gen Grant’s adviser Rev Dr Newman. Mentions repeal of a law, the Southern Baptist Convention in Augusta on May 6, a Grant biography sketch, Daniel Manning as NY governor candidate rumors, and local political plus social events. Reports odd deaths in El Paso and New Orleans, Odd Fellows anniversary plans, bank debts, gubernatorial rumors, and education leaders. Also notes on border conflicts and looming European war affecting labor and provisions prices.

Patton Terry Summit Southern Baptist Convention Augusta Geo Cleveland White House W. c. TU Newman Gen. Grant Raynor Buck Lyne el Paso Jobo Martin New Orleans Independent Order of Odd Fellows Grenada Sentinel Chatty & Powell New York Democracy Daniel Manning

Pay of Our City Officials Reexamined Amid Salary Debate

The article critiques mayoral pay and perquisites, noting a $21000 annual increase when including the mayor’s salary, fines, and waived amounts. It argues compensation should be contingent on public service, with emphasis on savings if duties are performed, and reports related incidents in Amite county and broader commentary from The Globe-Democrat and The Times-Democrat.

Deteon Teddy Hanar Mayors Court Clek Sgur Gate The Globe-Democrat Congress Prohibition Executive Committee Prohibition Oouse the Wesson Times Luther Sexton Wesson Publishing Co W. le May Brooklaven Democrat Allive New Enterprise All Interested Ase Tue Leanne

Who Last Liquor Petition in the Prohibition Debate

A partisan mockery piece discusses a Prohibition petition listing signers and a license seeker. It complains about signatures, notes upcoming May 15 deadlines, and mocks political figures while praising certain local papers and urging continued political action.

Political violence condemned in post on assassination fears

In a Vicksburg Post editorial the writer denounces murder and threats tied to politics. The piece argues peaceful methods and voting outcomes prove Democrats can win without violence, urging unity and civil conduct across public life.

Matthews Harjeuurst Cay Hillel Mae Kilamanon Secon United States Congress Democras Congrens Ian Ada Board of Supervisors Ty Aset al Ten Niles Duat Vicksburg

Hines for Auditor Faces Broad Backing and Open Support

The Liberty Herald and Clay County Leader echo strong local backing for H. H. Hines as Auditor. They praise his honesty, temperance, industrious nature, and steady judgment, arguing voters from Democrats to businessmen should unite behind him. They urge public duty over lawless sentiment and note growing interest from Westerners and potential settlers. A local horse shipment description appears as a side note.

Hines Magnolia Gazette Liberty Herald Lincoln County Clay County

Supreme Court Upholds Railroad Supervision Law

The Supreme Court sustains the railroad supervision act but returns for special investigations into its far reaching powers. The ruling notes state authority over intrastate rail operations and limits on charter given charges. It considers only state operated roads and signals appeals may go to Washington for broader cases.

Jamson Mies Supreme Court Ciroigl Cedak United States Washington

Appointment of Hon BE C Sykes as Mississippi internal revenue collector

A Mississippi newspaper notes that Hon BE C Sykes is expected to be named internal revenue collector for Mississippi to succeed James Hill. It recalls Mississippi politicians and cabinet appointments from the state, including L Q Lamar, and mentions support from Democratic and Granger circles, with regional political chatter across Aberdeen, Jackson, Vicksburg and Gloster.

New Orleana Congress Cleveland Jor BE. C. Sykes Mississippi James Hill Fir Neta Ts Grand Ald Demoocratic Party Aberdeen Beender Os Col Lamar Department of the Interior Mississipp Robert J. Walker U.S Cleveland, Hendricks Alze Henry Hoult

Fragmented Forest Register Note on Justice and Growth

A fragment from a forest register describes Juige Mayvrn developing patience and leniency as he ages, becoming more diligent and self aware while facing borders and burdens, reflecting a reflective, evolving judicial temperament.

Juige Mayvrn Forest Register

Whittworthe Notes and Brightness Departed in Review

Fragmented report from Whitworth school lists staff and students, noting departures and quarter standings. Names include Mixa Helen Gadberry, Yazoo Clay homeward, and several students such as Liza Harlow, Willie Gatlo, Katie Magliston, Cornelia Paxton, Annette Christis, and more among grades Trit through Sti.

Mixa Helen Gadberry Yazoo Tongs Peimany Nera Baggett Berta, Abratis Julia Hoskins Bintie Tons GivDy Sti Binlie Coker Anialyergion Annette Chirtis Atary Are Chollnt Hoth Ceateher Eni Wiliams

Reverend Clergy Endorse Brown's Tio Bitters in Praise

The text cites many ministers across states praising Brown's Tio Bitters for general health and relief from ailments. Reverends E. A. Spring Cory, Offey, Whitney and others report benefits from use, with notes of improved health and strength during illness and fever.

Brewton Millers E. A. Spring Corythay Lowa McCarty Fort Stevetmwon Dakota Offey New Lern Whitney Hingham, Wis

Exco Used by the Rev and Department

Letter from 1883 discusses Howe Bitters Company products including Howe Samitive Cordial and Wastusarox. It notes the medical classification of the preparations as medicines and that they may be sold without special taxes. Commissioner Lacm endorses the broader medicine status and urges clear advertising as medicines.

Howe Bitters Co Howe B. Lacm Internal Revenue

Great Discoveries And A Patent Remedy Claim

The item touts a discovery of blood circulation and promotes a Dr Kenne remedy from Kondant that supposedly purifies blood and cures liver and kidney disorders. It offers one dollar bottles, claims youth restoration, and asks readers to send a self addressed envelope to New York City for a free cure recipe. Also mentions tobacco offerings by Kohilman with auction style sales language.

Tie Tie Kenney Kondant South America New York City

Inducements at Brennan's Military Palace Offer May 1

An old advertisement promotes Eatia Inducements at Brennan's Military Palace valid through May 1. The copy touts Tingnid and Prickly Ash Bitters as cures for fatigue and liver impurities, claims mild effectiveness, and urges readers to visit Kellman's cash house for cheap accordions and closeouts.

EATIA Brennan KehTman Kellman

Reward Offered for Arsonist in Brook Haven Fire

A group of Brook Haven citizens pledges a $100 reward for capturing the person who set fire to the old Court House this morning. Signatories include W P Baggett and others, offering to provide evidence to convict the criminal.

Brookhaven Brook Haven

Heavens Tron Bitters and Town Chemical Co Promotion

The fragment advertises Heavens Tron Bitters and a free Mig nantom Fowk for men, offered by Town Chemical Co. Readers may receive a two stamp payable portage, with promises of free items and cheap remedies. The text imitates an old newspaper ad style and includes dubious claims about products and promotions.

Hevren Aternim Town Chemical Co Etthia

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