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Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1890
Page
2
Brookhaven notices mention Gov Stone inaugural text, a deputy murder case in Valvado, railroad and constitutional convention debates, changes in law for Lawrence county circuit court, and remarks on election of county Superintendents of Education. Includes comments on editors and a list of local papers and events with several named individuals and institutions.
A mass meeting in Monticello endorsed a Brookhaven to Monticello railroad via Natchez Meridian plan. Citizens proposed each county subscribe 50 000 in thirty year bonds, with no bonds issued until construction begins. A Feb 7 Brookhaven assembly was set with a 25 member committee to press legislation and voting authority.
Gov Stone reappointed Judge Chrisman on Saturday as his own successor and the appointment was confirmed by the Senate on Monday. For 12 years he has worn the ermine with signal ability and fairness, earning an enviable reputation and widespread confidence among bar and people. The piece notes past speakers since 1876 and lists clerks for the period, then advertises Stern's superphosphate fertilizer, praised for crop yields and carried by Brookhaven merchants.
A flood of measures fills both houses including a Brookhaven charter amendment and a constitutional convention bill. Debates cover penitentiary oversight, railroad taxation, school funding, and a push to abolish county superintendents. memorials urge reforms on taxation, jury selection, weights and measures, and a statewide convention while officials report on prize fighter prosecutions.
The Copiah Signal praises the Brookhaven Leaper for its stable principles and consistent advocacy of social and political reform. It notes Brookhaven’s history of divided papers yet this title’s durability stems from steadfast editorial stance and alignment with lasting values.
Judge J. G. Tall died at his Sardis home after a painful illness last Tuesday. He had long served as President of the Baptist State Convention for three years and presided over the Democratic convention that first nominated Gov. Lowry. He was later appointed Chancellor of his district and served with distinguished ability, earning universal respect and profound loss across North Mississippi.
A playful Christmas note notes a husband finding his wife filled the stocking with Standard Seeds from D. M. Ferry & Co. of Detroit Michigan. The firm will mail a free Seed Annual for 1890 on request, inviting gardeners and novices alike to send name and address for a copy.
Brookhaven citizens commend Tully Bros for a month of steam assisted feather bed renovation with high satisfaction. Local doctors and residents name numerous supporters and note doctors are busier than usual.
Mississippi legislature urges repeal of the fifteenth amendment as detrimental to race relations, arguing negro enfranchisement harms national unity and leads to discord. The piece endorses a state resolution asking senators and representatives to seek constitutional annulment and forwards copies to officials. A separate note from The Mississippi Enterprise discusses Summit trade losses under Prohibition, claiming business has shifted and cotton shipments rise, with local commerce notes and a Vitalizer advertisement.
The Brookhaven W C T U and Ys meet at Mrs Hennett's home and report on the movement for temperance. A San Antonio gathering advocates betterment of women and a May convention is sought. Rev J H Gamble ll of Brookhaven addresses the Columbus conference. Col Daniel Dennett supports prohibition. Gov Humphrey cites rising manufacturing capital and employment since 1878. Mississippi has 391 Women Missionary Societies. Adelia M Hillman leads Clinton efforts and wears a white ribbon.
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