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Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1883
Page
3
The Brookhaven Leader reports religious services for Catholic, Methodist, Baptist and Presbyterian churches with preaching times and plans. It notes a political rally and campaign events, including speakers like Captain Milan and De W. A. Hurt, plus election notices and town developments.
New Orleans sends 11 pupils this term. The Leapkt has many friends among the students. Mrs Meleland of Dry Grave visited her daughter Miss Anne last Friday. Day pupils comprise all college patronage. The college is in fine health morally and physically. Miss Emuma Lewis returned home after her grandfather’s death in Byram. Juniors are sometimes detained after classes. Dr Johnson offers a twenty dollar gold medal in Music with many competitors expected. Dr Gnis address last Friday was eloquent. Whitworth draws students from 33 Mississippi counties led by Lincoln and Hinds. parishes listed too. Whitworth College weekly list of names follows.
Citizens of Lincoln County met at the Court House to discuss prohibiting the sale of wines, spirituous liquors, and beverages. Judge Ch with address by Rev. Shacontudian others urged action and urged a delegation to present petitions to the Legislature. A committee was named to prepare resolutions and collect funds for the campaign, with Brookhaven papers to publish the proceedings.
A local notice announces Ward Prom Justice Baggett’s candidacy for re election as Justice of the Peace Beat 1 and seeks support from voters and Brookhaven Bar members who endorse his impartiality and service.
Farmers are urged to buy the Tennessee Wagon from HL Lewenthal who has a new stock at reduced rates and easy terms. Patrick opens a photograph gallery upstairs in the old Courthouse offering graphic work and copying services.
At a Brookhaven council meeting the board discusses the city treasurer’s report and warrants, noting readiness for audit and tax-related filings. Advertisements announce a December auction of farm goods, livestock, and household items, plus local merchants promoting sales and goods.
The notice urges attention to a diverse set of offerings including sewing machines, furniture, stoves, and other items at LH Wenenthal in this city. It touts machine prices around $20 and promotes calling for hire, while mentioning vendors like Peters and various products, urging readers to attend to the advertised deals.
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