Secretary Woods Speaks a Good Word for Politicians
Secretary Will H Woods of the Mississippi division defends politicians and praises the Southern Cotton Association platform. He lauds farmers leaders, notes the convention’s impact, and urges study of the association’s policy as a rejuvenated South seeks prosperity. Also quoted are I C Enochs on lumber markets, quarantines, railcar movement, and rising lumber prices.
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Woods
Will H. Woods
Mississippi
New Orleans
Farmers’ Alliance
The
Grange
Cotton Association
Southern Cotton Association
I. C. Enochs
Goodyear Syndicate
South
Enochs
Burglar Foiled After Silent Store at Hagishorst
At Hagishorst Mississippi Aug 28 the J P Wise Mercantile Co store was saved from burglary when a light shattered a thief who had cut a second story window. The intruder rode away after escaping a ladder. Police suspect a local Black man, and a swift arrest is anticipated within a day or two.
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Hagishorst
J. P. Wise Mercantile Company
Marx
Proposed Postoffice Removal Sparks Reader Debate
The Leader clarifies a prior notice on a postoffice relocation, stating the paper did not favor either site. It notes both locations are near the town center, with no material loss to the public, and invites signed statements from supporters of either side. Postmaster Jobes remains neutral, citing outdated lease terms and inadequate light as reasons for potential change.
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Jobes
Appreciation Note From a Leader Loyal Subscriber
A Mississippi resident once honored in Brookhaven and now a county citizen remains a regular The Leader subscriber. A recent statement of his account, mailed to him, includes complimentary words showing appreciation for the paper’s service and its focus on the people.
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Brookhaveo
Dooley in Jackson Says Spitting Ordinance Dead Letter
Mr Dooley notes that Jackson Mississippi spitting ordinance is ignored as he and Hennessy ride a depot street car. He mocks the state board and mayor, cites tobacco spitting on floors from courts to stores, and urges enforcement to set an example for the state. Also reports a barber Billy Williams eloping with T J Cramp’s wife in Meridian, suspected to flee to Tennessee.
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Daily Clarion-Ledger
Hennessy
Dooley
Adenny
Jackson
Mississippi
Rome
Mr. Smith Ar Jones
J ‘Hay
Moind
Mayer Whartin
Perlise Williams
Pat
Tillin
Hennessey
Sphrinkle
The Semi Weekly Leader Marks Two Years Of Growth
The Semi Weekly Leader started in July 1903 and became permanent in August, now celebrating two years of continued publication. The editor praises strong support, loyal subscribers, and a bold stance on law and order while noting few dead-beats and steady advertising interest.
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Leader
Brookhaven
Jpicee
Papera
Ourself
Brookhaven Town Prize Draws Big Wagon Of Ladies
From Magnolia Gazette worded tale of Brookhaven prize contest offering $20 for largest number of ladies in one wagon. Ibert Lovell allegedly loaded sixty three or sixty four including Emma Torchstone under a 300 pound rule. Wagon started ten miles east, route described with decorations and local interest.
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Mississipi
Brookhaven
Ibert Lovell
Lovell
Emma Torchstone
The Yellow Fever Situation Spreads in Mississippi
Natchez added to the fever foe as yellow fever is officially reported in the town in a mild form. Cases appear in Lumberton Sumrall Mississippi City Gusport and Natchez with no deaths yet in the state. For the 24 hours ending yesterday there were 7 deaths 45 new cases and 9 foci with totals to date of 267 deaths and 1 832 cases. The Marine Hospital calls the report a good one.
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Natchez
Old Town
Mississippi
Lumberton
Sumrall
J. H. White
Marine Hospital Service
New Orleans
Marine Hospital
Fever Report Nine Natchez Cases Prompt Quarantine
The State Board of Health received a Sunday report noting nine confirmed cases in Natchez including one white man and eight Negroes. The outbreak is centered in the Negro quarters about a mile from the business district and is believed to have been carried from Louisiana parishes by a Black resident. Natchez, an early Mississippi town with strict quarantine, faces increased fear and tighter quarantines districtwide.
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State Board of Health
Natchez
Same
Louisiana
Uly. P Nace
War Ends as Treaty Talks Begin at Portsmouth
The War between ape and Russia ends after peace terms are settled by M Witte and Baron Komura at the conference. This afternoon preliminary armistice arrangements were made and drafting of the Treaty of Portsmouth was turned over to M de Martens and Mr Dennis. The treaty is expected to be completed by week’s end.
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Portsmouth
N. H
Ape
Russia
M. Witte
Baron Komura
M. de Martens
Dennison
McGrath Store Opens Seven A.M Closes Six Thirty P.M
The McGrath store advertises hours seven in the morning to six thirty in the evening. It notes the cotton season pricing Tuesday at ten cents and strong prospects for September prices. Fall goods are arriving and a lively trade is anticipated as summer merchandise is cleared out.
Bargains in Clothing Shoes and Furniture from Bargain Sale
Hundreds of shoes and slippers offered at sacrifice prices. Ladies shoes slashed from 2.50 to 1.77 and 2.00 to 1.44, with other discounts on oxfords and slippers. Men’s and boys’ shoes reduced to 1.95 and 0.99 respectively. Hats cut to 1.00 0.79 and 0.69 with remaining felt hats at bargain prices.
Gents Furnishings Sale Listing
Gents Furnishings offers suspenders at 45 cents or 10 cents each, 10 cent belts, broken lots at 50 cents, negligee shirts at 39 cents, $1.00 negli gee shirts at 69 cents, $1.00 undershirts and drawers at 69 cents, broken lots 50 cents undershirts and drawers at 39 cents, broken lots and good values boys waists cut to 29 cents.
Bargains in Clothing From Discounted Suits to Coats
Classified sale advertises light weight wool two piece suits from 7.95, round and square models. grey crash suits reduced to 5.55. men coats 35c. linen and other suits discounted to 95c to 3.88. wide range of prices and sizes for men and boys.
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WM. Abshagen
STORK
A. C. Seavey
Cherokee
Borglar
Afrald of
MR. Dooley
Barber
Merchant
Meridian
Miss
Billie Williams
T. J. Cramp
Ernnessee
Cromp
Williams
Munjie Martin Bes Retoro
Moon, Ga
Gousins
Pres
Mra
L. Martin
Howview College
Ales
Magnolia Gazette
A. Ponoundels
Bay TN
Mr. Witte
Tan Oxford
Live
One Price
John McGrath& Sons
Brookhaven, Miss
F. W. Becker
Cotton Oil. CO
Mrookhavem
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