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Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1886
Page
2
A prohibition meeting for Lincoln County temperance supporters is called for Saturday May 24 at 10 in the morning at a local location. Delegates to the State Convention in the city are to be chosen. The gathering aims to strengthen temperance efforts and prepare for the upcoming campaign and county events.
Editorial notes criticize President Ariliue and Prohibition as sweeping the nation. Mentions a court murder case, labor figures like Master Workman Powderly, and calls for a Knights of Labor assembly in Cleveland to discuss arbitration and industrial disputes. Includes partisan commentary on Mississippi politics and calls for accountability among officials.
An old editorial discusses Governor Lowry amid state inquiries, noting earlier support from the Star paper has shifted. It states Lowry’s actions raise suspicion, yet asserts his honesty despite lacking backbone, condemns official complicity, and calls for denunciation of the robbers and their accomplices in government.
A Jackson canvass is urged by the Democratic Congressional Executive Committee for next Tuesday to call a nominating convention. The piece notes likely no opposition to the nominee and that all candidates should submit claims before the county conventions. It also mentions socialist ideas, Prohibitionists, and local editor comments with town views on wine and politics.
A vivid portrait of Sam Jones as a preacher and orator. The article lauds his natural ease, condensed statements, and powerful delivery, comparing him to Barns and praising his sincere piety and masterful command of audience. It notes his ability to combine humor with tender pathos and urges readers to experience his sermons firsthand.
A condensed roundup notes Rev Aloyte leading a revival at Meridian and various local affairs. It lists deaths including Jease Puller and Moore, a fire near Dayka, a Prohibition club count in Landertate, Tolula robbery sentences, and several community events and obituaries involving residents such as S. Bloom, Dr HB McKay, and AJ Ivison.
A Catholic reform stance confronts liquor prohibition and Protestant Catholic cooperation. The Morning Star condemns church ties to saloon networks and urges coexistence with Protestant allies to enforce moral laws. A separate note covers Isidore Wooten murder trial developments, jury verdicts, and local court decisions.
Fragmentary passage mentions names and a competition with references to 810000 and May 1 trader style but lacks coherent facts. No verifiable event, persons, or organizations are clearly identified.
A historic ad promotes Winslow's Teething Syrup for Children Teething with slogans about relief of distress at night. It claims to cure stomach issues including dysentery and diarrhoea, softens bowels, and tones the system. Sold 25 cents a bottle by chemists and retailers.
Mrs. T. F. Matehing of Cayuga Minds cy, Mississippi, spent ten years bedridden with consumptive illness. After trying various remedies and doctors, she improved with Dr. King's New Discovery for Consumption. She believes continued use will fully restore her. Public notices include health product claims and testimonials.
A constitution investigator reports appalling cases of a mysterious curse causing severe health decline. The text describes Mary Chapman’s collapse and a praiseworthy effort to explain the affliction through medical treatment and diagnostics.
A garbled newspaper fragment tells of Mian Minnie Wallace enduring illness and partial recovery after seeking a mysterious remedy sold by Look of Wonders. The piece mentions vision loss, skin issues, and eventual improvement with claimed restoration of taste strength. It advertises free samples and directs readers to Kellonu's and KReldnau's for similar offers.
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