Editorial Notes on Politics and Elections in Mississippi
Editorial notes discuss political figures and events across Mississippi and Louisiana, mention the Louisiana Lottery, census results, and endorsements. References include Winnie Davis, Archer, Hooker, McLaurin families, and local editors Burkitt, McNeily, Dudley, and Henderson. The piece notes the Constitutional Convention, white supremacy plan, and a proposed WCTU building in Jackson.
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Vic
Burkitt
Chickasaw Messenger
McNeily
Greenville Times
Dudley
Walthall Warden
Henderson
West Point Forum
Chicago Tribune
Louisiana
Spain
France
United States
Louisiana Lottery Company
V. Nicholls
Copiah County
Mississippi
John Allen
Lee
Monroe
Lowndes
Oktibbeha
Allen
H. F. Simvall
Murray ¥. Smith
Mayre Dabney
Democrats
Warren
Simvall
Aims and objections to ballot reform and education tests
The piece argues for an Australian style educational ballot qualification, stating it could resolve suffrage issues. It counters objections about disenfranchising veterans and argues to extend residency and require voters to read and write legibly before registration and voting under the Austrian system. It criticizes the idea that intelligents should vote and emphasizes practical steps over sentiment.
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Momebeele
The Flotorial Contest and Lincoln Nomination Clash
The article reviews last Saturdays political convention results between Jefferson and Lincoln factions. Jefferson blocks Applewhite, sticking to county lines despite Lincoln delegates arguing for the most suitable man. It notes Jefferson’s opposition, the need for capable leadership, and potential cross-county support if a stronger candidate emerges.
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Orig
Jefferson
le Joer
Ag Lincoln
Lincoln
Jefferson Democracy
S Hleman
Veto Stand Shapes Louisiana Lottery Debate
Governor Nicholls defends state honor with a steadfast veto message against the Lottery bill. The Elections Committee seats Hooker and Catchings, confirming Democratic sway amid Republican challenges. Appointments for a farmers congress to meet at Council Bluffs list diverse Mississippi figures.
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Atriot
Francis T. Nicholls
Louisiana
Solljier
Committee On Elections
Blue Mountain Female College Described As Ideal Southern Institution
The Greenville Democrat lauds Blue Mountain Female College in Fippali county Mississippi as a premier Southern school. It notes founder Gen. M. Lowrey, later succeeded by Rev. W P Lowrey, German music professor, and a renowned South Arts Department lead, with affordable prices and a wholesome village setting. It highlights strong attendance and historical growth alongside praise for proprietors and faculty.
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Blue Mountain
Fippali County
Miss
M. Lowrey
Blue Mountain Female College
Mississippi
Lowery
Fonnde College
W. PT. Lowrey
Jwll
South
Greenville Democrat
Election for Lincoln County delegates to constitutional convention
On July 26 voters in Lincoln County will elect fourteen delegates to the Statewide Constitutional Convention with one county seat and a floating delegate. The piece warns whites to guard against black organization and urges unified Democratic voting to ensure white majorities prevail.
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Linenta Enanty
Apon Ter
Trina Erestom
Mississippi
Lincoln County
Delegates adjourned convention to meet again July 18 1890
In Jefferson and Lincoln counties a delegate convention met at Union Church Jefferson to select nominees. After a long ballot count reaching 173 ballots the body adjourned to Jackson’s Senate Chamber then to Union Church with a plan to reconvene July 18 at 10 A.M. Committee reports urged nominating candidates by consent. both Harper and Applewhite signaled willingness to withdraw if necessary.
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Messrs
Hobbs
Arnette
Jefferson
J.P. Sessions
Iis County
J. F. Sessions
J. FP. Sessions
8. P. McRee
Lincoln
A.M. McCallum
J. AL. Caradine
Capt. Harper
Applewhite
R.H. Thompson
Senate
Jackson
Union Church
Sessions
Brookhaven
Me. Hobbs Mever
Fay
Goth
Thorpeon
J. P. Sessions
Kjewarty
J. M. Quin
Thompsen
Hinds
Madison
Barksdale
Rankin
Simpson
Dodda
Copiah
Pranklin
Hooker
Claiborne
Cassedy
Franklin
Clavion- Ledger
Mississippi State Sunday School Convention news and notices
The Eleventh Annual Mississippi State Sunday School Convention will meet in Vicksburg on August Sth. County delegates equal one per regular Sunday School. all denominations urged to attend. State leaders promise engaging exercises and reduced rail fares. arrangements by T. Beck, Chairman. Also notes on party politics, regional conventions, and educator brokers J. J. Leckey and J. C. Brooks offering state teaching services. Yazoo and Jackson notices.
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Aackson
Mississippi
Vicksburg
Kueh County
Mirs
Ds T. Beck
J. J. Leckey
Yazoo City
J. C. Brooks
Jackson
Yazoo Herald
S. D. Powell
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