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Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1887
Page
3
Crops grow fine and local events fill the page. Notable mentions include Mrs Ida Thompson visiting relatives, Powell's store advertisements, a Children day service at the Methodist church, and various local social and civic notices. Town figures and residents such as Mr Wu Watkins, H. T. Beacham, and J. M. Tyler appear amid church events, lectures, and community happenings.
A public meeting is requested at the Court House on West Hulantay night May 28 to express indignation over recent events and to demand enforcement of the law. Attendees include citizens opposed to prohibition and supporters of press freedom, with notable discussion of the Roerick A. Gumbrell murder and related politics. The piece also promotes the upcoming May Festival at Henok's Mall featuring a May Queen, elaborate decor, and performances beginning at eight with tickets at the door.
The article discusses daily mental fatigue as a cause of many nervous and bodily illnesses and praises Hostetter's Stomach Bitters for restoring mental energy and vitality. It claims benefits include increased stamina, prevention of fever, rheumatism, dyspepsia, constipation, kidney and uterine weakness, and other complaints. It also notes a church meeting schedule and topics for the Fair River Union at Antioch church on May 28 and 29 with proposed speakers and discussion points.
The ad touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best remedy for bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores cuts and skin eruptions claiming it cures piles with no pay if unsuccessful. Priced at 25 cents per box, sold by Mead & Co Grookhaven Mississippi, with testimonials and exaggerated claims.
A marked campaign piece endorses A C McNair of Brookhaven for the office of District Attorney. The piece praises his character and legal ability while urging voters to support him over rival factions and emphasizes Democratic loyalty and local sentiment. The notice notes community figures and gatherings, with references to local events and speeches surrounding the nomination.
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