Fragments Show Political Rhetoric and Local Notices
A jagged clipping reports political maneuvers in Madison and Coahoma counties, mentions a state immigration speech, and notes reactions to conventions. It references a Mississippi fair with cattle displays, fruit, vegetables, a controversial turkey stunt, and critiques of campaigns, with scattered remarks on democracy and race.
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Madison County
Canton
Emmett I
Pickett
Chas. E
Madison
Col. Hooker
Congress
Jersey
Seatherkeys
Sethe
Markey
Crowded Confederate Monument Corner Stone Ceremony
A large gathering filled Crowder City Jackson last week for a series of events culminating in the laying of the Confederate monument corner stone in the capital yard near the state house. Notable figures included speakers Master Masonic Lodge member L M Evans and poet Luther Manship. attendance drew people from across the state though many lacked shade and seating.
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Jackson
Davie
Amt
Elie Lisks
Bane
Politically Charged Mississippi Contests Split Factions
Judge Caussy failed to secure endorsement as Cleveland elector amid Democratic and Republican rivalries. Jackson and ex independent leaders backed Ion, CLE Hooker Jr., a rising talent from Hinds, while Caussy endured personal and political slights. Mississippi Democrats praise Rep. J. M. Allen, highlighting his independence and strong record for Lee County and southern allies.
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Judge Causedy
Douglass
Cleveland
Jackson
Jefferson
Ion
Cle. Hooker, Jr
Hinds
Be &T
John M. Allen
Allen
Mississippi
Mr. Allen
Lee County
J. M. Allen
Congress
South
Power backed candidate faces Jackson influence critique
Tupelo Journal notes Col. J L Power’s bid for governor amid Mississippi sentiment rejecting Jackson influence. The paper mocks political “dudes” and “dudines,” framing opposition to a Jackson-aligned administration as rising among voters. Sam Faves contributes this critique of political culture.
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Col. J. L
Resolutions Endorse Cleveland and Mills Bill
Mississippi Democratic convention completes work endorsing President Cleveland and tariff reform. Delegates and alternates chosen for district and at large, with party leaders praised. Also notes support for Mills bill and commendations for Judge Walthall and George. Gambrell announces a book on Roderick Gambrell murder. Prohibition convention convened in Indianapolis.
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Cleveland
Electhia
F . Chandler, Jr
A .H
W. M. Strickland
Marstall
D A Scott
Tolevar
O PF Blasser
Gevausla
Gible
Yar
C M Williamson
Hinds
HC Cann
Copiah
Wil Sims
Lowndes
WT Martin
Adama
Calhoun
Robert Taylor
Panola
Wom Tage
Alcorn
John W Fewell
Lauder- Hale
WG Yerger
Washington
Nieo 8 Ducils
Copial
Cos
San Alecorm
Eckford
Monroe
Wil ‘Rees
Prentissour
Das T Kant
Marshall
R 8 Molt
Yazoo
SA Witherspoon
Lauiderdale
W H Jones
Smith
W 'Tl Martin
MM Evans
Jackson
W P Cassedy
Pike
J B Harris
W D Torrey
Jefferson
Pat Teary
Rankin
J Kyle
Roc Patty
Noxahee
Wrettis
Jerever Cleveland
Ississippi
Congress
Mississippi
Supreme Court
United States
J. G. George
E. C. Walthall
C. A. Johnson
National Democratic Executive Committee
Greece and its modern Greeks in politics and progress
The piece surveys modern Greek thrift, public finance, education, and culture. It highlights Tricoupis as premier and finance minister, notes reduced deputies from 250 to 150, and praises Greece’s commerce, shipbuilding, and potential as a spring travel destination. It also mentions taxation, military capacity, and infrastructure like railways and the Corinth Canal.
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Fenmatey
Chariny
Demosthenes
Chamber of Deputies
Greece
Johannes
Tricoupis
Tricoupia
Germany
England
Russia
Bismarck
Tam
America
United States
Amd
Athens
Xenophon
Homer
Thucydides
Chaucer and
Spenser
Jennyson
Byron
Jane Igna Byron
Europe
Academy
Orient
Levant
Corinth
Athena
Ander
Triconpis
Italy
Lake District
Gens Ads
Public gratitude to supporters in Gambrell murder case
The note from J B Gambrell expresses thanks to friends of public justice and the lawyers who represented the State in the great case. It reports a total prosecution cost of about $3,000 with $2,531.72 paid to Hamilton et al for the murder of R J Gambrell and receipts sent to contributors.
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Hamilton
R. J. Gambrell
Friends of Public Justice
J.B. Gambrell
Convention Excursion Hat The Schedules And Rates
Railroad excursion notices authorize single fares to the National Democratic Convention in St. Louis on June 1 sale through June 15 and to the National Republican Convention in Chicago with sales June 15 to 17 and return by June 29. Copiah County convention delegates condemn Governor for snubbing Farmers Alliance, with 2300 members mostly Democrats. The Delta critic urges Wim. Stovall of Coahoma as governor candidate. Blaine writes to Whitelaw Reid forbidding use of his name for Chicago convention. E D White to Louisiana Senate seat.
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St. Louis
Chicago
Copiah County
Farmers’ Alliance
Copiak
Memphis
Delta
Mississippi
Wim. Stovall
Coahoma
Leland
Blaine
Whitelaw Reid
Mississippi State News Roundup of Local Incidents
Mississippi towns report deaths, political notes, crops and weather. Col J M Pruitt and Hon W B Raiford die. Alligator shot near Fayette. Irish potatoes shipped from Jefferson. Chicago syndicate buys Franklin land. Public schools and police cases noted. rail improvements in Delta. immigration drive from Enterprise Meridian.
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Winona
Woodville
Rankin
Steven's Creek
Clarke
J. M. Pruitt
West Point
W. B. Raiford
Amite Couny
Fayette
Hinds County
Cleveland and
Hooker
Jefferson County
P. H. Holland
Franklin County
Calhoun County Alliance Ts
Hugh Miller Thompson Wal
Europe
Wesson Public School
Yazoo City
Bolivar County
Chicago
Crystal Springs
Harvests and weather touch Lawrence County news notes
In Lawrence County tepid rain and strong winds hinder crops as Farmers report harvests advancing and summer schools adjust after winter instruction. Mentions of local residents Henry Smith Chas BE Waite Mem Dale Weathersly Cannon and Sallie Hickinin Ozella Pixworth with court terms upcoming and school activities at Mibla High School led by Prof Samamer.
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Chas
Ehaing Pxervisse
Mibla High Schooo
Prof
Samamer
Prohibition Critique Amid Jackson Tragedy Debate
The Kosciusko Star argues the Jackson tragedy was not caused by prohibition but by corrupt officials. It rebukes the idea that moral questions alone drive violence, urging accountability for officials who enabled wrongdoing. The piece defends urging reform and condemns undue accusations against prohibition supporters.
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Jackson
Gambrett
Martin
W Kosciusko
Shriner's Indian Vermifuge Promises Safe Child Health
A vintage ad proclaims the popular Shriner's Indian Vermifuge cures disease and guards children from death, stressing affordability at 25 cents per bottle and typical early 20th century medical branding.
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Shriner
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George
Pearl River
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Garden of Eden
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Rosedale
Bob
Dodds
A. Mikas
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Miss
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Salmon P. Chase
Grant
Roscoe Couglay
Arthur
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Sam Faves
State Democracy
E J Lhowers
Hanwock
Ttowker, Jr
A J McLaurin
J M Southworth
Carpoll
Langette
Grenada
Palliser
Tippak
Thos AL Cenvestion
McDowell
Oktibbeha
Aykes
Roderick Gambrell
Roderick
Southern Baptist Record
W. A. Henry
Association
National Prohibition Convention
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Gennadius
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Col. J. L. Power
D. M. Huff
General D. Lee
Ith
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Logan Walker Russell
J.C. Longstreet
W.R. Miles
C. R
Lowry
Franklin
Kennelin Alliance
Robert Lowry
State Alliance
Keunolia Alliance
Robert
F. W. Oliver
N. Ropriavez
Y.ater
E. D. White
U. S
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W.B. Deaton
Asta
West Point Building and Loan Association
L.N. C. & T. Railroad
Delta Country
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Presbyterian Church
Joe Gilliam
Rodney
Enterprise
W. B. Johnston
Lizzie S. Jumex
Scranton
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Marion
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Bovina
Archie Bullock
Claiborne County
Launch McLaurin
Lloyd Lusk
Issaquena
Pixtola
Lusk
J. 8
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Booneville
Prentise County
W.C. Cooper
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Bill Spears
Mas. McGinnis
Valley Road
State “Treasury
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Adies
Stag Club
Tougaloo Colored University
Summit
Marshall County
Lamar
Supreme Bench
North
Lawrence County
Mosticello
Henry Smith
Hand Truly Said
Heute
Charley Schnorrenberg
J. A
Henpenson
Wire Jo
H. Hartman
Lincoln Chancery Court
Hartman
Henderson
Court House
Lincoln County
Mim
Mins
Warren Hosking
John Hawkins
Jblix May
Chancery Court
H. Thorsox
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