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Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1891
Page
2
The Vicksburg Commercial-Herald argues Mississippi can host two competing parties under its constitution, enabling safe local governance and protecting white supremacy from Federal interference, asserting civilization remains secure in the state.
Editorial notes reflect political churn in Mississippi with references to the Alliance, Democratic and Prohibition activities, subscription drives, and upcoming conventions. Key figures include Blaine, McEnery, Adams, and various state leaders as the press notes shifting alliances and editorial changes. The piece highlights newspaper acquisitions, the Clarion shift to morning publication, and calls for readers to recruit subscribers while noting district alliance meetings in Jackson and Baton Rouge politics.
The editorial summarizes Senator Walthall’s interview praising party latitude on economic issues and emphasizing that farmers bear the main burden. It notes his view that Alliance pressure has focused attention on relief and urges continued effort to push reform through candidates aligned with their platform. It also recalls earlier editorials on George and Walthall’s opposition to the Sub Treasury and the need for farmers to press for change.
In a late Appeal-Avalanche interview Senator Walthall argues the Democratic Party in Mississippi remains intact though the structure shows strain from two proffered tickets in places. He says most Farmers Alliance members are Democrats who will follow party rules, and he hopes relief efforts influence next Congress while stressing no broad party disruption. He also notes public interest spurred by the discussion and recounts a political gathering with Sam Jones addressing a crowded church setting.
In 1891 Atlanta is described as the hub for Sam Jones and Sam Small. The writer notes Jones draws vast crowds at Trinity Church and Small draws crowds in the city, with both men shaping public life and revivalist efforts. The piece recalls pre-event scenes, seats filling early and a lively, crowdsourced atmosphere surrounding their sermons.
The piece recalls vivid scenes and familiar amos from boyhood with mentions of Dr Grafton aging, W T Roane and the Caseyville school, and reflections on old times. It notes Dr Sansom serving as Episcopal pastor in Vicksburg for 26 years and praises Mr Mickley for railroad expertise. Congress meets next Monday.
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