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Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1891
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR text from Brookhaven Leader describes a public notice related to a building at Herter Leader Building, 2 Cimrhve Stren, with unclear event details and date. The readable items mention a meeting or issue tied to local infrastructure and a cited location in Brookhaven.
J L Ramsey and J B Greaves announce campaigns for district and county offices. Isaac C Smme runs for treasurer of Liverine county. The notices urge support from Democratic party voters and reference party actions and past records.
Editorial notes recount political salvos in Mississippi counties with references to Tillman Cleveland opposition, executions of crime, and civic projects. Reports mention expenses of Millsaps College, election plans in Holmes and Pike counties, endorsements for state offices, and the Pearl River bridge project toward Monticello.
The article reviews Mr. Lewis and allies on Treasury policies, arguing for a balanced view of Sub Treasury and fiscal principles. It notes reactions from supporters and opponents, with references to campaigns, appointments, and upcoming state election dynamics in Mississippi communities.
A Tennessee style alliance meeting is described with references to committees, officers, and plans. The item highlights a gathering in the region, featuring leaders like Willits, Staley, and other figures, noting the event as the only one of its kind in the South Mississippi area this week and stressing member attendance and revival efforts.
A prisoner named Lotion escaped from the penitentiary early yesterday morning and was pursued by guards. He was recaptured after a chase through the town, with witnesses reporting a colored patrol assisting in the manhunt. He faces renewed confinement and additional charges.
The Macedonia Alliance urges Brookville voters to support a slate aligned with the National Farmers Alliance demands. It calls for legislative nominees who back these aims and pledges not to vote for any candidate who fails to stand with the alliance in Lincoln County, Mississippi.
A heated debate over resolutions at Brook Laven appointments reveals tension within the Democratic party. T. dlobs and others argue against the Partners’ finance and industrial union as a secret political aid while endorsing J. Z. George for the U. S. Senate. Numerous Alliance members attended unnotified, viewing the meeting as a political maneuver. The event is warned by the Revoklaven afiir as a caution to Democrats about manipulating public meetings. The Clarion-Ledger urges fair play amid intra party contest and vows the people will demand accountability.
The Monticello Meeting announces Hans J H W Beeman and W D Gibbs to speak on the same occasion 20th inst. They present different sides of an important issue and the Clarion Ledger predicts attendees will be edified. Also notes a local death and a medical advertisement fragment.
Students prepare for public exercises as Whitworth College holds commencement week. The Sunday worship features Dr. Kloss and Rev. Watkins, with art display and portraits of Whitworth founder and Dr Johnson. Monday includes a Senior debate on wealth and morals with eight senior participants and strong local interest.
The event featured eloquent speeches by Misses Shineids Willians Andrews Tarpon and others, with a display of vocal and instrumental gems. President Fitzhugh presided as Prof Morrison of Atlanta spoke on journeys for graduates, urging proper companionship and diligence, followed by medal awards to top scholars and performers and the conferral of degrees in English Literature.
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