Editorial notes on politics temperance and pardons in the South
The piece comments on Congress passing temperance construction bills, mentions Cleveland's predicted reelection, and hints at resignations. It notes Drury Brown’s fatal accidental shooting in Hazlehurst, invites to Mississippi College and Central Female Institute commencements, and critiques Governor’s pardon record and a Signal Captain editorial. It references inoculation debates on yellow fever and cites local court cases and fines for illegal liquor sales.
The Common School Fund Controversy in Mississippi Finance
A long critique argues against the Mississippi Democrat stance on liquor license revenue funding the common school fund. It cites 1855 Auditor figures showing 120,050 from retail licenses and contends per-child schooling amounts are minuscule, alleging waste and misrepresentation by opponents. The piece calls for fiscal reform and urges sober budgeting to educate children.
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Democrat
Tre
St Perannum
March Sth
Atlandiey
United States
Anil
Stich
Adams County
Adams
Alanduning
Hese Tate
Aviams Ouster
Mississipi
Forbes
Gynek
Gladstone
Sayin
Vicksburg and State Gleanings Amid Turbulent Times
Local items report water arrangements for Vicksburg, temperance movements and whisky protests in multiple counties, and political campaigning by Senator Burkitt. Notable notes include a jail escape, a lightning death of convict William Little, and the upcoming execution date for Dock Bishop pending gubernatorial clemency.
Grand Reunion of the Philomathean Society at Mississippi College
On Tuesday June 23 at 2 30 p m a Grand Reunion will be held by the Philomathean Society at Mississippi College. The programme promises interest and many pleasant memories as former members meet old friends. Visitors are invited to rally to their colors. Committee members listed: G Lowry UU M Conserr SG Cooper W Mien Dr Warnes.
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Philomathean Society
Philomatheans
Philo
G. Lowry
UU. M. Conserr
Cooper
W. Mien
Warnes
President Cleve Inuit Marries Miss Frankie Fulsom
Rumors of a White House marriage culminate as President Cleve Inuit wed Frankie Fulsom, daughter of his law partner. The simple ceremony at the White House was conducted by Rev Dr Byron Sunderland with about twenty five attendees including Cabinet members spouses and relatives. A modest feast followed in the dining room as guests offered congratulations and the couple began their life together.
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Cleve Inuit
Frankie Fulsom
White House
Washington
Byron Sunderland
First Presbyterian Church
Hoyt
Miss Cleveland
Froef Ient
Folenm
Benjamin Folsom
Wilson S. Biesell
Nelson
Albany
Cleveland
Byron
Sunderland
Col
Tamont
Toy Leaver
Europe
Bis
First Gun For Barksdale Democrats Meet In Madison
The Democrats of Madison met in convention last Monday and unanimously instructed their ten delegates to the District Convention for Barksdale. John Kelley, the noted Tammany chieftain, died last Tuesday. Smite Bile Beans advertised as a remedy claim to relieve indigestion and improve digestion. Dose: One Bean. Sold by all druggists.
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Madison
Barksdale
John Kelley
Advice to Mothers Teething Syrup Advertisement
Disturb sleep due to a sick child teething pain prompts an advert for Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup. It claims to relieve pain, cure dysentery and diarrhea, soothe the stomach and bowels, ease gums, reduce inflammation, and boost energy. Sold worldwide by druggists, 25 cents a bottle, with local discount notices praised.
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Winslow Sporitine
Proas Association Resolutions of Thanks at Madison Countys Reunion
The Proas Association offers thanks for hospitality during a Mississippi reunion held in West Point and Madison County. Guests praise Columbus Industrial Institute, the Agricultural and Mechanical College at Starkville, and local hospitality. The committee notes support for education, culture, and progressive industry, with acknowledgments to Gen. S. D. Lee and local hosts.
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Wur
Hank
West 7
West Point
Couteal
Amd
Aeksen Louxe
Dro EK McKay
South
Wieler
Madison County
Himas
Industrial Institute and College For Girls
Columbus
East
Jane
8. D. Lee
Agricultural and Mechaneal College
Starkville
Fourishing
Mississippi
J. L. Power
J. K. Aumon
W. A. Henry
J. H. Axpenson
A. Stovatt
Ambiguous Atlanta Legal Case Report Involving Danawar Aide
An erratic report from Atlanta describes a complex legal case with references to Danawar and Dunaway, depicting court actions, medical treatment, and investigations. The fragmented text mentions a residence, a widow, and a series of names and events tied to a trial or civil proceeding, but precise details are unclear due to OCR errors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Danawar
Atlanta
Wart
Jte Dunaway
Jerome Raat
Bosworth Rattonheled and Town Scars Tale
Fragmented dispatch recounts Bosworth Rattonheled incident and town turmoil. Mentions doctors, Hot Springs retreat, and a sensational patient tale amid unclear names and dates. Ends with promotional line about cheaper goods at a merchant in Atlanta, Georgia.
Special Master Sale Notice in Jackson Mississippi
Special Master In Chancery will sell at public auction on Friday the 9th day of July in the Peters Building front in Jackson to the highest bidder the described property located in Lincoln County Mississippi. F Lin Vis was complainant and et al are defendants in the case before the Heat Court of the United States for the withers.
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Sue
Robinson
Summit Sentinel
Supreme Court
Dock Bishop
Sud
Pittsboro
Calhoun County
Bishop
United States
Iosabi Court
F. Linvis
Peters
Jackson
Mis
Luncoa County
State of Mississippi
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Tt. Z. Hobbs
Dredkhaven
Abb
Bunning
Congress
Chas. E. Hooker
Hinds
Wreamarth
Ethel Barksdale
Erly
New York
Virk-birg
London
N.O. Picnyune
J.C. Clark
Shihols Central Railroad
Maryland
Ce-Euter
Thos. Ward
Canton
Ward
Drury Brown
EW. Brown
Cupiah
Haziehurst
Mississippi College
Central Female Institute
Catchings
Sword and Shield
Wirt Adams
Dowingns
Rio Janeiro
Milissa Menten
Te Hanenk Uti
Opus
Tipi
Lowry
Sarah Hill
the Common School Fund
Semren
Chile
Vicksburg
S. Wesson
Halgehurst
Mili
Durant
Wet Point
Guing T
Outen
Crvind
Dune Tech
Senator Burkitt
Lauderdale
Clay County
Getler
Adair
Vaiden Martial
Villaventinn
Daly
NuHston
Daly Duen
San Juyes
James Kinnsaay
Detocrdiae Tiomitn Sen Ty Congress
Henry Flowers
Gordon House
Aberdeen
Srte
John Richards
Whiskyites
Meridian News
Mesers, McGee, Demooth& Sprite Company
Lawlerdale and
Clarke
Wm. Little
Cornelius Little
Col. J.8. Hamilton
Vicksburg Post
Reform Club
Grand Jury
Powell's
The
Proas Association
Kohlman
Schhorsenberg Bros
Atlanta, Ga
Bo Shivhs
West Ead
Mr Or
Taubes
Lasheo
Nollane
Youve
Mr. Jr. Bosworth
Ianoso
Weil
Bank of Veneure
B. Navrv
Zeke
New Orleans
New Oreans
Canal
Exchange Place
RED Star
Canal and Exchange Place
RK. W. McNarn
D. A. Palmer
Lincoln County
Woelforts
Dro
Divisties
Las
Ued
Ares
Bee Chitte
Toe Wits
Marts Liviston
Hove
Hart
James M Snot, Jr
Revern
Jossey vi
Said Wesson
Aloe
James M. McKeer
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