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Newspaper

Brookhaven Leader

Location

Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America

Date

Dec 03, 1885

Page

4

Fragmented notice about property and residents in Lawrence county

Court records show a secretive land dispute and protections for residents in Lawrence County. Names listed include Jee Martin Henry Barnes WOW Du bas JD. The document mentions Montinetta Sammars Mh IR and Silver Croek 1. Official is D. Stewart, Register.

Dacknow Alec Lawrence Ennuty Montinetta Sammars Cayteorme Martin Menweatead Martin Henry Barnes Wow du Bas Lawrence County D. Stewart Register

Notice for Publication Final Proof in Land Claim

Notice is hereby given that Walter Ward has filed final proof to locate and claim his land in section 10 township 6 range 20 west. He will testify before the Chancery Clerk of Lawrence County in Monticello on January 9, 148. Witnesses include Job Williamson H J Rogers Job A Rogers RP Cabea all of Monticello PF. C. Lawrence County, Miss. James Stewart Register

Jackson Mtas Chancery Lawrence County Mins Monticello Miss Walter Ward Job Williamson H. J. Rogers Job A. Rogers Cabea PF. C Mine James, Stewart, Register

Notice for Publication in Jackson Miss December

Notice is hereby given that the following named claimant seeks to perfect his real estate claim and will offer proof before the Chancery Clerk of Lawrence County at Monticello Mississippi on January 9. Eliza White Homestead No. 10087 for the east half of the northwest and the west half of the southwest quarter of section 1 township 5 north range 2 west. Witnesses to prove residence and cultivation are Du Martin Andy Martin Tenry Joe Maron all of Silver Creek in Lawrence County Mississippi. JAS D STEWART Register.

Laxp Ovence Jackson Mins Nettler Lawrence Coutry Montivello Mixs Eliza White Homestead F Marth du Martin Andy Martin Tenry Joe Maron Silver Cree PF Lawrence County Miss Jas D, Stewart

Settler Nathaniel Sanford to prove claim in Mississippi

Nathaniel Sanford, holder of Homestead No. 11644, to make final proof for lands in section 27 and nearby areas in Township North 20 West, before the Lawrence county judge at Monticello on December 1. Witnesses John Crosby, Thompson El Billa, S. J. Sills, all of Hebron P.O., Lawrence County, Mississippi.

Ward's Woes and Blood Poison Cure Claims

A 19th century letter from Maxey, Georgia, dated July 1 1580, recounts a long battle with a dreadful blood disease. Robert Ward credits B B Blood Balm with a dramatic recovery after many doctors failed. Local merchants and doctors attest to Ward's cure and endorse the remedy, promising mailed proofs and urging readers to consult their druggist for treatment.

Prohibition movement grows beyond partisan lines in 19th century debate

The Meridian Tribune argues that prohibition strength cannot be measured by Prohibition party ballots alone. It cites legislative votes across states where constitutional prohibition or local options exist, noting growth beyond party lines and a rising reform movement despite party fortunes.

Prohibition Party Leonard Ohio St. John Georgia Cleveland Wisconsin Pennsylvania House Senate New Jersey Michigan Massachusetts Nebraska Ilinois Missouri Minnesota Maryland South Carolina Arkansas Alabama Mississippi Tennessee Louisiana Connecticut Prohibition Meridian Tribune

Sermon on Jewish Messiah and Bar Kochba in America

The Rev Solomon Schindler argued against Josue as Messiah and praised Bar Kochba as a genuine Masala whose revolt ended political aims. He asserted Jews in various lands are loyal to America and that the nation’s future lies in liberty and civic vows, not relics or miracles.

Solomon Schindler Josue Bar Kochba Larael Har Kuchba Germany France England

Friday in American history and discovery milestones

The piece surveys notable events tied to Fridays in early American history including Columbus's voyage, Cabot's commission, the founding of St. Augustine, the Mayflower voyage and compact, Washington's birth, Bunker Hill, Saratoga, Yorktown, and the move toward independence, presented as a reflective list.

Columbus America Henry II England John Cabot North America St. Augustine United States Plymouth George Washington Bunker Hill Saratoga Cornwallis Yorktown Congress United Colonies

Grant Petterson Monument Visit and Local Debates

A Times-Democrat report describes the Grant-Pemberton monument two miles east of Vicksburg on the Jackson road, noting historic meeting points and proposed preservation. The piece also mentions the National Cemetery relocation, a siege gun display, and a washout risking the site. It recounts the oil mill colored debating society debating woman suffrage and Sam Jones promising to tackle Washington’s wickedness, plus a quip about money and poor relations.

Times-Democrat Grant-Pemberton Vicksburg Jackson Road Ita Atead War Department Oil Mill Colored Debating Society

Railroad Time Table Shows Mixed Trains and Freight Schedules

The notice lists train departures and arrivals for routes including Brookhaven Jackson and New Orleans with mixed trains at 2:15 a.m. and 4 p.m. northbound and southbound services. It notes freight trains No 8 and No 7, day runs, Sunday休 and branch timings with Memphis and Holly Springs connections. J C Clarke and J W Coleman sign as manager and agent.

Gotse Noth Nod Exquesas Brookhaven Jackson M. Bu A. i. Goresour Ae Jackson Hrookhaven Mat Learen Jackson Bronkhaven New Orleans Bago Meinishin Gord South M. B Memphis Holly Springs Na Springs J.C. Clarke Geo J. W. Coleman

Regional Rail Schedule Update for Natchez and Jackson

Mail service notes show R. W. Snaven Jackwon arriving at Natchez 115 and leaving for Nate. Jackson trains run both ways with connections to Harriston and the L., N. O. & F. F railroad. The snippet confirms schedule links between Natchez, Jackson, and Columbus with interchange at Harriston.

Natehuz Nate Jackson Harriston N. O

An Atlanta Ga. remedy claims for women’s health

A Victorian era advertisement from The Enterprise column promotes The Bradrsiniy Regulator Co. uterine health aid claiming cures for womb issues. It cites a testimonial from a Mrs. W. Dar and invites inquiries to Atlanta Ga for further details and a free mailed prospectus.

Bkaveisii RevucaTon Co Atlanta, Ga Entrom Aril Mradseid Regulator Co W. Dar Davis Seni Brapriniy Regulator Co Pax 2

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