This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 7 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1885
Page
3
Local notes mix chatter on visitors and residents, shop goods, and upcoming events. Mentions Mies Addie Marshall, J. M. White, Captain Hankine, Mrs. Desmonett, and John H. Johnson, with references to Prohibition, weddings, and a forthcoming school opening at Noble's house.
At a September 22 1486 meeting of Brook Haven's mayor and aldermen J B Deason presiding, W J Smith's request to move a liquor retailing business to Railroad Avenue was granted. Mrs L A Kidds license to keep a wand near Monticelli Street was referred to the Street committee. The board adjourned.
At a called meeting of the Board of haven on September 20 the mayor and aldermen approved numerous accounts and warrants. Names include J R B Perkins, AOD McClendon, Henry Worick, Tilford Davis, Abe Jackson, Bill Bagget, Bob Rhodes, Guy Lee, Jos Byrd, C Washington, Henry Harrison, Tom White, Pleoty Roberts among others. A adjournment followed. A second report from October 9 lists salaries for J B Deason, BT Atkins, J Bordwee, plus a city contract for corporation prisoners with Geo C McClendon and bond. final tax report and calaboose contract planning. hog ordinance payments. and bids for a market-house. Other notices mention Lincoln county supervisor actions on bridges, road overseers, and road and land adjustments.
The North Central and South American Exposition opens November 1 in New Orleans. It aims to boost trade between US producers and 40 million buyers in Mexico, Central and South America, and the West Indies. Grounds, buildings, hotels, rail rates, and exhibits are showcased as preparations progress. Local officials note revamped structures, a direct railroad access, asphalt drive, and expanded boarding. Mexico and Brazil seek large spaces. other regions will join in a grand display of industry and culture. A race course on grounds will host hundreds of top horses. Illinois Central Railroad offers discounted round trips, with maps and hotel info available from J. Merry in Manchester, Iowa. Community endorsements appear for Jesse R. Thompson as a supervisor candidate, with numerous residents vouching for his character.
Readable lines advertise agent positions with low entry barrier and earning potential. Mentions Madame Dean Spinal Support Corsets, Spinal Supporter, Shoulder Brace, and protective gear for men. Promises daily orders, high commission, and immediate contact for full details from Lewis Bontete & Co. at 300 Hiroutway New York. Also notes Bhilohs Porous Plaster sold by Daughtry & Smylie for back or chest pain.
Old style ad touts cheap fabrics and household staples with prices per yard and pound. Highlights include 20 yards heavy Domestic for one dollar, 15 yards Canton Flannel for one dollar, 9 pounds coffee for one dollar, and trimmed hats at 25 cents, urging shoppers to visit and compare value.
A historic testimonial touts Kennedy’s Favorite Remedy as a solution for gravel or kidney stones. The piece cites a letter from Nathan Ackles praising the medicine after prior doctor visits failed, noting its wide reputation and alleged success for blood liver kidney and digestive ailments.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.