03 Feb 1897
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Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1897
Page
1
A garbled column cites alleged 1863 cotton thefts, Bryan's forthcoming book, Oktibbeha County sheriff purchases, Kansas City indictments against gamblers, congressional Cuba purchase talk, and inaugural committees for McKinley. It mentions Vicksburg editor changes, South versus North finances, a Tokio press freedom note, a near fire at a Clarion-Ledger residence, and scattered social-issues anecdotes.
A long oscillating piece warns of la grippe or lagrippe epidemic spreading nationwide with claims of Peruna as a preventive and cure. It cites Dr Hartman and a Columbus Ohio company, plus a follow-up Mississippi capital dispatch about winter storms, political appointments in the state, pardons, hospital needs, school fund distributions, and local civic news. The tone blends sensational health quackery with local political chatter and obituaries.
Bouney of the Summit Sentinel has been laid up with the grippe but is now reported to be recovering and back on duty.
The Hinds County grand jury report, led by foreman P Barr, reveals strong sentiment that liquor suppression is hindered by covert sales and widespread corruption. It urges regular raids and a more proactive officer presence, while noting a minority of jurors refused to indict. Barr clarifies he did not act alone in signing the report.
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