Democratic notes discuss party meetings and strategy
The piece urges Lincoln county Democrats to attend a Saturday court house meeting in Brookhaven to shape the party's welfare. It argues for nominating decisions to be left to local beat meetings and delegates, notes need for a new Executive Committee, and outlines representation for district conventions and a candidate for District Attorney.
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Pike County
Bridges
Magnolia
Grant
South
Democratic Executive Committee
Lincoln County
Court House
Brookhaven
Conservatism blamed in Darden case amid mob lynching debate
A letter cites Captain Pat Darden’s recent speech as prudent and nonconfrontational, criticizing a harsh Wesson Herald take. It recalls a 500-strong jail mob that hanged a man after a girl identified him, urging caution on vigilante justice. The writer condemns mob law as un-American and calls for reform to curb such murders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Wesson Herald
Pat. Darden
Michigan
Iowa
United States
Washington Post
Lynching at Cheboygan Headlines Outrage and Denunciation
The piece condemns lynching as an unacceptable act and urges fair trials for the accused. It cites Cheboygan Michigan where a man named Warner was believed to have outraged and stabbed a young girl, suggesting the possibility an innocent man was killed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheboygan
Mich
Warner
Newe Lyons St
Cheboygan Oo
Ohio Election Forecast Sparks Democratic Confidence
A 1883 analysis predicts a tight Ohio campaign as Republicans back a young candidate Foraker while Democrats rally behind Judge Hoadley. Prohibition and German voting blocs loom large with October results shaping 1884 hopes. Dems favored to prevail and energize the national contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Sanyass
Foraker
Jige Hoadley
Oho
Sherman
Pendleton
National Party
Democrata Triom
Commences Crstox and Mississipi College Commencement
Editor notes a joint Mississippi College and Central Female Institute commencement with Preparatory exhibitions, Hermenean Society shows, alumni meetings, and speeches by Rev. Gray, Hon. Longino, and Prof. Menger. Four graduates receive diplomas including J. H. Aaderson and A. S. Bozeman. Strong emphasis on ceremonies, prizes, and alumni notes.
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Crstox
Misa
Brockhaven
Mississipi College
Central Female Lemitate
Popple
Prof. Sharp
Sim Harvey
Spergeon Mosely
Beverly Blount
Marshall
H. D. McGehee
Hermenean Society
J. W. Bozeman
Mer
Jiana
Christ
Society of Missionary Inquiry
R.A. Cohran
Philomathean Society
Messrs
Edwards and
Jones
Crystal Springs
Alumni Association
BD Gray
Louisville
A. IL. Longino
Monticello
Central Female Institute
Secord
Central “Female Institute
Menger
College
Institute
Mollie J. Granberry
Hinds
Rena Montgomery
Franklin
Emma Dodds
Copiah
Rena Cox
Clinton
Granberry
Hillman
West Station
J. T. Barrett
Couparle City
D. Fateh
Raymond
Bozeman
Meridian
Beaumargard Institute hosts elegant graduation scene and town rebuilding
The narrative records a formal presentation to Prof P. St. Ea ger by students with a gracious token from Mr. BR. A Qoaper, followed by President Webb's wit closing a notable session. It praises Brookhaven’s wartime resilience, urges public patronage, and details rebuilding efforts including stores, hotels, and a new public school. It lists local figures aiding the town and notes subscriptions to rebuild the Methodist church and schoolhouse amid hardship after an event on April 221.
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Jane
P. St
BR. A. Qoaper
Webb
Joliar Niwokharen Sealor
Brookhaven
Citheens Ant
Beauregard
H. F. Johnson
Sam Mager
Tom Curran
Martin, Bowen
Bennett
Chirismans
Cassedgn
Gartmans
Smitha
Matthews
Martins
Comings
M. A. Ferguson
Ed. Cotton
Lee O. Bridewell
Ed. Loving
J. L. Crawford
Hamp Moody
John J. Cason
Thompson & Co
C. A. Ray
J. H. Tuomyson
Jno
P. Rembert
L. R. Pierce
J. F. White
M. J. Ferguson
F. M. Thomas
Beauregard Tuetitute
Flannigan
Roads as Nation’s Lifelines in Railroad Era
A Northern paper argues for strong national highway networks to complement railroads. It notes Romans and Europe built durable roads, cites American growth from rail expansion, and urges country roads as essential feeders to rail systems to sustain commerce and population.
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Sumit Sentinel
Europe
Roads and Public Duty for Better Trade and Homes
The piece argues country roads lag in grade drainage and maintenance, burdening farmers and hindering produce to railheads. It urges local boards to fix dirt roads, stop dumping dirt in ruts, and modernize law and practice to boost transport efficiency and inland home values.
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Robb Street
Boards of Supervisors
G. T.G
Spelling and satire in a old Illinois railroad dialect letter
A humorous polemic from a reader laments modern errors in spelling and capitalization. It mocks nonstandard writing, calls for better education, and includes requests for biographical details about local figures. The piece closes with a courteous, self aware farewell to readers and a signature phrase.
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Doxology
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Bald Hill
the Herald
Rejiner
Joan
Elitor Harild
Hommenay Rig
Siunises
Pope
N. Orleans
New Orleans
Jarks
Jackson
Bomkhaven
Brow
Vicksburg & Meridian R. R
Virkalarg
Jocksem
Meridia
Natchez, Jackson & Columbus
B. B
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Nat
Natches
Tuskaloosa
Tasnat
Ita Lutory
Vihar
Alonzo "Hill
Turkaloosa
Ala
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Chancery Court
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R. . Thowrsox
W. Coorgn
Phil Meyer
Louis Meter
Philip Meyer & Son
Poypras Street
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Illinois Central Railroad
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Luke
Jost Enon
Quakumbot
Ole Feller
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Papur
Urele
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Hardeklind
Kritter
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McNair
Miss
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Muar
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Marta
Chancery Court of
Limtubi
Beoouhaven
Cousty
Mimsiast
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Senate
Clarence Shaw
M. Martiy
Chamwery
St. Marco Hotel
Sean the Dror
S. Lightfoot
West Side
Front Street
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Awert & Knox
Austin
Frilic
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Brookhaven, Miss
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Daughtry & Suylle’ Drug Store
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Brookhaven Foundry
Wachime
Connerly
Capt. Hoskins
P. Lucien
Crrnckke
Brooknaver
Damon & Peets, Inc
Meade
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