Brookhaven Editorial Notes and Political Rumors
The Amite Bar endorses Judge Thriaman for reappointment while Supreme Court adjourns to January. Local leaders including McGin and Randall eye re-election and speak on politics. The New Mississippian expands this week, with reports of violence, appointments, and party dynamics across Jackson Vicksburg Canton and McComb.
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The Democratic Party Is the Only Permanent Party
The article argues the Democratic party rests on the true doctrines of government and has remained stable since Jefferson. It contrasts with the Republican party, claiming it lacks enduring principles and will collapse if defeated. It traces party lineages from Federal to Know-Nothing to Whig, asserting Democrats endure.
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United States
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Abolition Party
Gov Lowry Expected to Reappoint Judge Campbell
In the Reveille style language the writer predicts Gov Lowry will reappoint Judge Campbell and override Judge Chrisman. The Senate is unlikely to confirm Judge Peper and the people of the 10th district condemn Chrisman’s appointment. The piece praises court etiquette and civic spirit while expressing faith in Gov Lowry’s aim to do what is best for the state.
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Hart Gibson
Copiah County Editor Criticized For Inaccurate Report
The Copiah Signal letters accuse a Brookhaven urapee article of misrepresenting Copiah County facts, calling editor’s statements inflated and faulty. Readers are urged to provide corrections if any claims are untrue, with a response promised in a forthcoming issue.
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Copiah Resolves Racial Tensions After Mathews Death
A Copiah County meeting at the courthouse condemns violence by relatives of the late J P Matthews and pledges to hold them accountable. Residents vow to protect law and order, expel Matthews family from politics, and prepare to publish the resolutions in local papers. Court in Lawrence to convene Monday with coverage on the young agents case.
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Terrible Collision on the Mill Nose Central Millroad
A south bound Illinois Central passenger No 3 and north bound No 4 collided in a cut near Greenfield Bradford Tenn at 3 o clock. Both engines were derailed and overturned, baggage cars and passenger coach burned, many injured and several dead including Telegraph Repairer Coburne and Pete Harris. Multiple crew and passengers sustained serious injuries as trains telescoped and debris spread.
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Train Signal Confusion Sparks Run to Greenfield
A derailed or signaling dispute plagued the Amite line as workers claim a bell rope was pulled but the crew denies it. Conductor Herrig ordered the telegraph to flee with orders to head to Greenfield while a hot box caused the engine to stop. Smaily, at the throttle, remained aboard until the train struck. Prohibition committee enlists signatures to a state wide liquor ban or county act and requests female voters over eighteen to be listed.
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Brookhaven Democrat Printer Attacks Lincoln County Choice
A Brookhaven based paper hammers local voters and political factions in Lincoln County over the recent county officer race. The writer defends his Democratic loyalty, accuses opponents of switching parties, and notes the election outcome with figures and names tied to the contest.
Beaming Sonbeam Poem and Railroad Excursion Notice
A Brookhaven letter prints a sentimental poem about a sunbeam guiding life’s path. It also advertises the Illinois Central Railroad Palace Car Excursion to San Francisco with New Orleans departure January 4, offering routes via New Orleans or via Ogden and Denver, plus Mardi Gras timing and sleeper berth details.
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Mississippi Chancery Court Notice and Sheriff Sale Report
Fragmented legal notices describe a December 1883 chancery court appearance in Issaquena and a Lincoln County mortgage sale by a commissioner to satisfy debts. Details include property portions across multiple sections and townships, with an 1883 sale at the Lincoln County courthouse under judge H. B. Maya and a separate Mesquakie-like list of defendants and respondents.
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