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Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1905
Page
2
Temperance lecture on Alton railroad rules for young men
A Chicago article relayed by the Times Democrat describes strict Alton railroad rules banning visits to race tracks, dance halls, saloons, and gambling venues. It emphasizes moral life, sobriety, and responsibility of engineers conductors and other train crew, urging public officials and professionals to uphold similar standards.
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New Orleans Times-Democrat
Chicago
Alton Road
The
Alton
Renee
Franklin White Caps Adopt a New Tact
A petition circulated by the Farmers Peace asks judges to dismiss indictments against Franklin white cappers at the last Federal Court term. The Franklin Advocate criticizes the tactic, arguing courts should settle the matter and urging citizens to weigh the issue before signing. The piece notes prior evasions and questions the credibility of state witnesses amid ongoing investigations.
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Farmers’ Peace
Judgtes
Neaher
Federal Court
Franklin County
Franklin White Cappers
Franklin
Hoyt
Judge Niles
United States
Niles
Lee
Official Opinion on Textbook Selection in High Schools
Assistant Attorney General Flowers issued an opinion addressing high school textbook rights amid merged school terms. He states schools may select books as outlined in code, with free county schools using state-adapted texts, while authority to determine branches taught remains with school officials. Also notes an official notice postponing a Grand Lodge meeting due to quarantine and updates from Vicksburg and county assessments.
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Flowers
Fixing prices for labor and goods in cotton market
A historical critique notes fixed prices for day laborers, locomotive engineers, miners, barbers, whisky sellers, wheat producers, doctors, and lawyers. It argues farmers gain nothing due to disunity among cotton growers and promotes harmony through the Southern Cotton Association to align rates and empower producers against speculation.
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Southern Cotton Association
Mississippi Cotton Ginners Report Changes to Semi Bi Monthly
Government census bureau directs Mississippi gin owners to report crop statistics twice monthly starting September with six days needed for data. Many ginners previously refused but officials expect better cooperation this season. If reports are withheld census agents will estimate outputs to keep figures complete and reliable.
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Mississippi
Government
Census Bureau
Washington
Giarlers
Governor Vardaman Seeks Quarantine Loan Approval
Governor Vardaman has asked the legislature to approve a 50000 dollar quarantine loan to fund state health quarantine efforts against Louisiana. He proposes borrowing from a bank at reasonable rate and pledges economical use. Early replies show strong legislative support for the loan.
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Vardaman
Louisiana
State Board of Health
Road inspection tour reports decent state of paths in Copiah
The editor joined Supervisor W C Beacham on a road inspection in the east passing Strong Hope Venus Rockport and Haz and then to the Wool road. The trip covered several miles with the supervisor noting the roads are in fine shape and usable making it easier for people to travel across the county.
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W. C. Beacham
Platy
Winhgulet
Bestham
Reyes
Mr. Hah
Road improvements and bridge concerns in Rockport visit
Report from a Rockport inspection highlights road construction approaches and contractor practices. Advocates continental road methods for taxpayer benefit while noting bridge wear on the Cupinh side and concern over the Simpson pulp span’s stability. Authors discuss perceived road system superiority and potential maintenance issues observed during the trip.
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Beacham
Rockport
Heart Cure Ad Warns Against Strain on Heart
An old advertisement warns that chest pain and breathing difficulties show heart strain. It claims Dr. Miles' Heart Cure strengthens heart nerves and muscles, relieves pain, and restores action to prevent exhaustion and collapse. It urges immediate relief without taking chances.
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Miles
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