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Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1904
Page
4
Schedule details appear garbled with missing names and dates. The readable fragment indicates a timetable or listing in Central area with events or services, but specifics are unclear.
A compilation of local items from Town and County including a wedding announced for April 6, various social notes from Miss Ragsdale in New Orleans to visitors like Miss Ethel Sasser of Wesson, Romeo and Juliet at the Opera House, a recital, shop and product promotions at J M Wood’s grocers, and general community happenings. It mentions kitchen goods, carpet mills, a church painting, and travel notes.
All shoes displayed for inspection and assessment. Ey ad and goods shown for potential buyers to view and compare.
In Brookhaven locals report there will be no preaching at the Presbyterian Church on the coming Sabbath as the pastor GEO. T. CHANDLER travels to Kosciusko to assist in dedicating a new church. The outfit notes the debt is paid and wishes to bless the event with the pastor’s presence.
Fred Ziegel and his wife, both white, were arrested Monday at a negro house in Forest beyond the colored Methodist church for unlawful retailing. A jug of whiskey, a jug of wine, a seal jug, and many beer bottles were found. They face trial before the Mayor this afternoon. Odom Stamps alerted officials after visiting the resort Sunday night. Policeman Magee captured Walter Garroway, colored, selling liquor to countrymen on Monticello street. Garroway, acting for Susan Holloway, was jailed and fined. Holloway received 80 days in jail and 100 dollars in costs.
A local columnist denounces Sunday disorder near Monticello street and the McMillan corner. He argues for consistent enforcement of the Sabbath law against disreputable shops and crowds, urging continued or better patrols rather than abolishing the day and night police posts.
The Seventh Congressional District Republican Convention met in Brookhaven in the Brennan law office. EK F Brennan was named chairman and B Johnson secretary. Delegates W O Ligon Amite and Thomas Richardson Claiborne were chosen for the National Convention. J M Tyler and James McCusker as alternates. E F Brennan elected Presidential Elector for the district. State and district committee selections followed, with L B Moseley endorsed for National Committeeman and Isaiah Montgomery proposed as State Executive Committee chairman.
A sales pitch explaining modern sanitary plumbing improvements and free estimating. Emphasizes in stock fixtures, affordable costs, and long term health savings from proper installation. Urges spring installation without delay.
The manager Buck's aim to present top dramas and the finest actors hinges on public appreciation. A large new hotel would boost touring company accommodations, long in short supply here. County exams for teachers are set for April at Brookhaven Court House with sessions starting Friday and Saturday mornings.
A touching scene at burial in Vicksburg follows the death of Mr. Dennis Byrne, a prominent Warren County planter. About seventy five former slaves and their descendants attended, many traveling from the Byrne farm to pay respects, reflecting lasting bonds from old days. The note recalls Byrne’s provision for their attendance and funds to reach the funeral.
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