Stookhaven Leader Sees Dramatic State Legislature Session
A Jackson era report notes Governor and House of Representatives debates on tax and railroad duties, a proposed state industrial college for colored girls, and controversy over election rights. Bills aiming to curb poll taxes and regulate timber and property seizures face opposition and questions about constitutionality. The session ends with Speaker Mitchell receiving two ornate gifts from House members amid a push for reform and fiscal restraint.
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Nuteher
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Fractured Farewell Speech Marks Civic Sendoff
In a dim tableau of oratory the speaker thanks Martin and House members for a ceremonial gold chain and pen. He pledges to uphold duties, honor trust, and cherish friendships formed, with wishes for prosperity and eternal joy beyond. The farewell emphasizes enduring bonds and hopeful futures as comrades part ways.
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Freight charge dispute eyed by Jackson interviewers
In Jackson reporters interviewed Railroad Commissioners about hawker freight charges. They were assured that if current mites were unfair the public could appeal to the commissioners and the matter would receive prompt attention.
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Jackson
The Hamilton trial opens with chaotic eyewitness testimony
In a lengthy session, prosecutors and defense clash over admissibility as Nellie Dinkins and others describe a violent shooting near the Capitol. Witnesses recall gunfire, a white horse and vehicle, and a pistol linked to Gambrell and Hamilton, with speculation on the assassin's identity and the speed of the shots.
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Pistols and testimonies in bridge murder case
Court room testimony details three pistols linked to the shooting. Description covers nickel and ivory handles, Colt and Smith & Wesson models, sizes from 4 to 13 inches, plus how the weapons were carried, used, and later examined. The jury weighs who fired first and how many pistols were involved.
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Bucklow’s Arnica Salve Pledged For All Ailments In Budget Sale
Bucklow’s Arnica Salve marketed as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions with a guarantee of satisfaction or money back price 25 cents per box sold by T Meade & Co Krookhaven Miss
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Many Mississippi notes from the state capitals and towns
The report lists varied items: public office changes, railroad and road projects, local deaths, and civic events. Notables include Gov orders on alcohol licenses, plans for a Memphis Oxford and Columbus line, land sales, and militia drills. Local incidents include a suicide attempt, bridge and timber developments, and a bank failure in Aberdeen.
Local Briefs Reveal An Unclear Town Scene And Names
Fragmented OCR yields mixed names and places including John Smith of Silver Chek and Miss Mena Robertson at Hoy Chitty. Mentions of Governor, district and local figures hint at political notes but details are garbled and uncertain.
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John Smith
Silver Chek Nua
Buainie
Mena Robertson
Hoy Chitty
Mies Sallie Hickwan
Tity Cowper
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