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Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1903
Page
1
The Brookhaven graded public school pupils issue resolutions condemning a recent disorder during anniversary exercises of the literary societies. They state the disturbance was instigated by nonstudents and caused disruption to the program.
The Brookhaven Graded Public School community disavows the recent disorder at a public event, offers apologies to guests, and pledges to prevent repetition. The Leader castigates authorities for inaction, notes upcoming departure of Dr Felon Wilson for further study, and urges steadfast support for education amid broader social concerns.
Gov Longino and Sen Noel head a slate of candidates for state offices arriving Monday in Brookhaven to address the people alongside Judge Powell as grand jury charges are delivered. The event coincides with the Circuit Court meeting and a push to encourage teachers to attend the State Association gathering in Vicksburg from April 30 to May 1.
The Y M C A work in Brookhaven advances with shower baths contracted and gymnasium equipment on order. Ladies Auxiliary bought two Brussels parlor rugs as plans shape a premier home. opening expected by May 11 with Serene. Miss Bonnie Allen to wed Will Rea tomorrow at Capt. and Mrs. Tedford’s home. Dr. and Mrs. Rea of Wesson to attend.
The Hazlehurst ruling ends the old Board and the Board of Control after the first Monday in May. A new five trustee board will be elected by the Mayor and Aldermen under state law. Trustees must be patrons and will serve until the next April elections.
Judge Powell refused to preterm or postpone the Lincoln Circuit Court May term after deliberation. He stated that he must hold court despite requests, citing that crime rises when courts do not sit and that delays hinder handling crimes already committed.
Last Thursday's educational rally at Adams Camp Ground drew visitors from Brookhaven via Brister's line to Norfield area, with Dr. Henry Flowers of Auburn delivering the welcome address. Sam Osborne won the declamation, Marga ret Butterfield won music, and Lillie Thomson won eloquence. Hon. W. F. Parsons presided as master of ceremonies with a slate of speakers including J. A. Scarborough, Geo. H. Moon, Hu Montgomery, C. W. Starwell, and others.
Brookhaven April 24 Among railroad ideas in the region the Mobile Cold Springs Natchez and Northwestern line is planned from Mobile northwest crossing Illinois Central near Gold Springs to form a main line via Waterways and beyond Mississippi. Promoter J H Wasterling of Moreton Helms lumber firm leads the project which may incorporate 25 miles of their narrow gauge road. Capitalization is set at 26000000 with a charter to be published soon.
A fragmentary notice from Brookhaven merchants and fishermen states daily closing times at six o clock every evening except Saturdays from May 15, 1903, to September 1, details obscured by OCR. The announcement lists a price offer at a local vendor and mentions specific streets and stall names, but legibility is limited.
Dr Van Waits announces a new dental office offering complete up-to-date tools and three operating rooms. The facility includes a ladies parlor reception hall and a comfortable waiting area. Services include porcelain and gold crowns and pain-free extractions with focal application.
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