Proposed Change In the Distribution of the School Fund
A long compilation from the Aberdeen Examiner discusses the proposed distribution plan for the public school fund in Mississippi. It argues the need to distribute by number of children and opposes licensing revenue as a sole source for schooling, warning it undermines the principle of universal education and state tax support. It cites constitutional limits and calls for broader discussion before any change.
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Aberdeen Examiner
Te Chapel
Mie
Chas
Galloway
Nob
Ingie
Hill Counties
Mississippi
Mikatysippi
Durrell Watchman
Levee Convention At Jackson Debates Delta Districts
The Levee Convention met in Jackson for a two day session. George was elected Chairman and B S Wilson Secretary. Delegates from Leflore and several counties voted on a plan to form two levee districts with distinct powers, aiming to consolidate into one Delta system if the Legislature convenes. The Governor signaled careful consideration but resisted a special session.
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Leven
Jackson
George
B.S. Wilson
Ni Mississippian
Knyght
Leflore
Sundower
Quitman
Cashomo
Tullies
Yano
Tallahatchie
Holes
Verkin’s
Tunica
Second District
Yazoo Delta
Gen. George
Legisature
Louisiana
Eallal
Commonwealth
Mississippi News Roundup and Political Notes 1883
Coverage includes electing Gaylor to succeed Dr. Tucker in Oxford, Kumoxs as mayoral candidate replacement, Grenada oil mill venture with $40,000 raise, NY slang seizure, Treasury pulp destruction of over two million dollars in currency, Fair of Nevada divorce settlement, Mississippi land sales totaling $121,342 with $30,000 in entries, homestead applications rising to 500, and Kentucky Democrats naming J. paper for governor while Republicans back T. Morrow. Additional items note Magnolia missionary mischaracterization, race terms debate, rail collision injuring three, Copiah county convention, Mobile Rifles winning infantry prize, New Orleans Crescents and Artillery prizes, Rowell directory counts of Mississippi papers, notable early life origins of several figures, and appointments to the Louisville Exposition delegation.
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Copiah County
Leagve
Haziehurst
A.st
Mobile Rifles
Grand Nashville
New Orleans Crescents
New Orleans Artillery
F. J
Letter from Ben Butler to Mississippi voters in 1883
The writer urges colored voters to evaluate candidates by actions not promises. Vote for men who support education, equal taxation, and legal protection, regardless of party. Aim for peaceful community life, endorsing trustworthy, honest leaders and rejecting those who fail to show friendship or deliver tangible reform. Endorses judging by fruits and personal conduct.
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Bost
Jer
Vickmburg
Mississippi
South
Congress
Benj. F. Butler
A Good Platform and Progressive Outlook in World News
The New York World under Mr. Pulitzer outlines a reform platform: tax luxuries and large incomes, tax monopolies, reform civil service, punish corrupt officials and vote-buying, and curb coercive employers. The Crown Prince of Germany advocates Freemasonry progressivism, urging new living tenets. Keim withdraws from Civil Service Chief candidacy. Charles Lyman appointed. Garfield monument committee selects J. G. A. Ward to design a monument up to $50,000. Farmer F. R. Watson seeks a patent for tramway cars with single-railroad track for cheaper roads and mills.
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The
New York World
Pulitzer
D. Randolph Keim
Civil Service Commission
Keim
Charles Lyman
U. S. Treasurer
Pennsylvania
Garfield Monument Committee
Society of the Army of the Cumberland
J. G. A. Ward
New York
Barrett
Cist
McCook
Washington
Ward
FE. R. Watson
Lafayette County
Mississippi
Mipes, Mills
Ela
Not Guilty Verdict in Thompson Trial Stuns Courtroom
In a packed courtroom on Wednesday afternoon the jury found Phil B Thompson not guilty as charged in the indictment. The verdict came after three ballots with 10 for acquittal on the first and 11 on the second. Thompson’s family and friends carried him from the courthouse in relief, while a bystander noted Kentucky wives can now be protected.
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Phil. B. Thore Wagon
Phil. B. Thempavo
Thhrmpaos
Davis
Thompson
Phil. Thompson, Sr
Kentucky
Railroads Pass to and From Columbus Convention
A Mississippi newspaper note asks editors to inform members that several railroads including the Vicksburg & Meridian and Mississippi & Tennessee will issue passes to convention attendees in Columbus on July 4. A Brookhaven delegate discusses jute seed shipment delays, new decortication machines, and urging farmers to plant small jute plots. The issue also contains editorials opposing mob law and urging honest legislators to push for improvements.
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Jackson
Miss
Evening Post
Vicksbor
Meridian
Natchez
Mobile & Olio
Mississippi & Tennessee
Columbus
Slaois Central
Frarkitt
Prost
R. K. Jarve
Me. C. Menelas
Brookhaven
India
New York
New Orleans Picayune
Telephone line proves basins safely operated by voice
Tax New Orleans and Northeast ern Railroad shows basins can be run via telephone from creosote works on the lake's north shore to Meridian Mississippi a 170 mile distance. A voice at one end is readily recognized at Meridian. Large telephone tournaments attach to each end of the telegraph line with batteries to ensure proper current.
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New Orleans and Northeastern Railroad
Creosote Works
Meridian
Miss
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R. J. Rhodes
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Crosby
Urica Monitor
Northern Presbyterian Assembly
Saratoga
Tax
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Democrat-Star
Sylvanus Evans
Wool
Democrat Star
Judge Evans
General Assembly of the
Southern Presbyteries
Lexington
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Synod of Mississippi
Memphis
Vicksburg
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London Missionary Society
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Magnolia
W. AL. H. Elsworth
Redsrek Beever
Vicksburg and Meridian Railroad
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Mississippi Press Association
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Sentimenta
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Russia
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Geltior
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Meadville
Jane Bed
Vass
Elizabeth Black
Peter Black
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Noe
H- J. Bowen
Mise
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Reo~ Ton
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Boguechitto
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H. Hallet & Co
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the Depot
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New Orleans
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