Editorial Notes on Politics and Local Happenings
Prohibitionists in Maine back Elaine. Obituary notices for Alva A. Magee of Franklin and J. L. Dreyfus of Jackson. Cleveland predicted as next president amid commentary on drafts and substitutes. Trains on Valley Road to start. school funds delayed. several marriages in Wesson. Louisiana politics attacked as corrupt. first cotton bale arrives in Houston later than last year. Pearl River bridge move to boost cotton receipts. Mrs. Smylie dies in Newport. University praise. editorial puffery about subscriptions and advertising. New York Sun backs Cleveland and reform.
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Will O. Cotten
Summit
Western Union Telegraph Office
Macon
New Orleana
Vicksburg
Demps Sanders
Misa Mattie Decell
B. B. Boyt
Mies Colie Bush
Wesson
Wilson
Baton Rouge
Louisiana
Houston
Texas
Pearl River
Canton
A. M. Smylie
Tate
J. M. Smylie
Newport
State University
Leapre
Ian
New York Sun
Cleveland
John Keily
York City
St John
Cleveland Hendricks and Reform for 1876 Ticket
The text proclaims the National Democratic ticket with Cleveland and Hendricks as leaders and Reform as a rallying cry. It notes growing popular support across states, urging citizens to unite to achieve a great Democratic victory in the coming campaign.
State Democratic Executive Committee Meets at Jackson
The State Democratic Executive Committee met in Jackson on Wednesday with members Messia Jonas Anderson Smith Barksdale Brown Lambert Sessions McLaurin Wilkinson and the Chairman and Secretary present Proxies were held by Mesers Frank Johnston D P Porter and Oliver Clifton The resignation of Judge J A Green Elector in the First District was accepted and W B Walker of Monroe elected to fill the vacancy The committee ordered that State officers should resign their offices or candidacies for Elector and the Chairman was instructed to fill vacancies on the electoral ticket and to issue an address at his discretion The meeting adjourned subject to the Chairman's call Also noted was Brick Pomeroy's new campaign paper United States Democrat and comment on Pomeroy's past journalism The Central Female Institute Clinton Miss under Rev Walter Hillman will begin its thirty-second collegiate year September 23 It emphasizes thoroughness over show and numbers and notes healthful Clinton setting Read advertisement for catalogue The Mississippi press ages and politics mention follows The steamer City of Yazoo sank in the Mississippi River near Baton Rouge on September 1 9 miles below Baton Rouge after striking a sugar pile The loss included forty bales of cotton 1 400 sacks of seed 250 barrels of oil valued at $50 000 insured for $30 000
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Jackson
Messia
Jonas
Anderson
Smith
Barksdale
Brown
Lambert
Sessions
McLaurin
Wilkinson
Mesers
Frank Johnston
D. P. Porter
Oliver Clifton
J. A. Green
W. B. Walker
Monroe
Central Female Institute
Clinton
Miss
Walter Hillman
Mt. Salus
Mountain of Health
Alao
Ita
Yazoo
Mississippi River
Baton Rouge
Wolives
J. Sharley
Ben Leatherbury
Andy Greer
W. B. Henderson
Thomas Button
Lise Jackson
George
W. J
William Alien
P. A. Pouney
Pouney
Janes Allred
W. A. Matthews
James Adams
Laura Barnes
James Allred
Allen Williams
Andy
Dhe
Glato
William Lewis
Alexander Henderson
William Haney
Brit Johnson
Morning Lewis
O Nash
George Loving
Loving
Sally
Alma Loving
Hoskins
Aaron James
Costa
Baus
Frank Cox
Cox
Aid
Fannie Collins
State
M Martin
TA Willoughby
Martha Willoughby
Jmh Martin
Due Willoughby
John Cook
Hardy Smith
Dewncent
Wm McGray
Wm Hane
Charles Newman
Setae
Bend
Albert Robinson
Pulley Harris
Ofter Smith
Mar- Fae
Peasing
Preston Smith
Evans
Minsiestoy College Advertises Its Merit and Aim
The Natchez Democrat notes Minsiestoy College in Clinton Mississippi emphasizes its stature among Southern schools. It praises faculty training curriculum and moral environment, urging applications and catalogue requests to President W S Webb.
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South
W. 8. Webb
Gov Cleveland's Response to the Avcant Nomination
Gov Cleveland responds to the Democratic nomination for president, stressing duty to the people and fear of party control. He notes the weight of representing over 50,000 citizens, praises honest administration, and pledges faithful service if elected, while urging unity and vigilance against corruption.
Hines Nominated for State Auditor by Grenada Sentinel
The Grenada Sentinel endorses H. H. Hines of Jackson as a strong candidate for State Auditor of Public Accounts. It notes his long service in the department, his familiarity with its duties, and his ability to perform with dignity and discretion in public life.
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H. H. Hines
Jackson
Imnto
Hines
Renada Sentinel
Green's Bank Accepts Settlement Plan As Open Time Nears
Mr W H H Green cashier of Green's Bank reports Hanover National Bank New York will accept the committee plan as a settlement. Green's Bank owes 47000 and creditors totaling 350000 have voiced approval. Over two thirds of the debt supports resumption and Green expects the bank to reopen within a week.
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W. H. H. Green
Green’s Bank
Hanover National Bank
New York
Green's Bank
Green
Mock Marriage Ratified in Mississippi News
A mock marriage between B F Wilder of Macon Georgia and Drew Gibbs of Raymond is concluded as valid in Mississippi. The couples previous Virginia ceremony sparked dispute, but the latest marriage settles the matter with a wish for their happiness.
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B. F. Wilder
Macon
Drew Gibbs
Raymond
Virginia
Prohibition debate and local business news from Clinton area
Clinton Mississippi papers highlight prohibition rhetoric and public opinion while noting new hardware firm Manship and Julienne, Clinton ministers buy Baptist Record stake, and praise for local leaders. The columns reflect political leanings, civic pride, and small business growth in the region.
Court Docket Summary of State Cases and Civil Dockets
State docket items show pleas guilty not guilty and not guilty verdicts across various cases including carrying concealed weapons unlawful fornication unlawful cohabitation and larceny. Civil docket entries include many judgments and dismissals with costs and bond requirements, noting defendants failing to appear and executions issued for costs.
Wildwood Springs a revival in the Jackson county area
The piece recalls Wildwood a rowan and its despot beauty as a summer resort, noting how railroad access could revive antebellum patronage. It reflects on past wealth patrons and speculates on future resort popularity returning with improved travel links.
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Mississippi
L. C. Dt
Warches
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