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Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1898
Page
4
Fragmentary timetable notes race and train arrivals and departures reaching Brookhay with connections to a branch line. The readable items include trains on Nos 2 and 4 and references to times and stations, though many words are garbled. Entities: Tuengs Central, Brookhay, Nos 2 4, branch road.
Lin Coln County official directory lists the clerk and court officers for Brookhaven with names such as Mindy and Hiatt Felix May. It notes court meetings the first Monday monthly and includes district numbers and local officials like Applewaite and Maxey as well as roles such as commissioner and ranger.
Official city directory listing the mayor J B Daughtry and ward officers in Fourth Ward with names such as Ase Tanehenuerrentre Chas F Houek Plark W I Neavey and mentioning the mayor and aldermen meeting the first Tuesday evening each month with listed committees and attorneys on record.
October weather ushers brisk business as Brookhaven readies its streets and services. C K Perkins advertises affordable tools and the Martin Drug Co promises savings. Local leaders report quarantine lifted, downtown commerce resuming, with Rev N J Clarke and Rev F E Douglass slated to preach.
A subscriber asks in a letter to the paper for clarity on the city’s year ending Oct 1 1808 finances. He alleges fund mixing in Revenue and Improvement funds, cites plant costs about 44200, rents 3296 50, and a deficit of 143 32, questioning sources and future funding asks whether rates or taxes should rise or if expenses can be cut. He notes dynamo over capacity and no demand for more water and seeks guidance.
The writer argues health gospel is essential in education for both sexes. Proper nourishment, especially stomach and liver, builds blood and strength, prevents disease, and avoids flabby conditions. Testimonials claim Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets support vitality and recovery from various ailments. The text cites Maranda Ramsey praising improved bowels and overall energy.
An old style advertisement promoting medical cures for rheumatism ulcers and other ailments. It claims gold payment for remedies and warns against misleading free samples. The notice is signed by DR HATHAWAY & CO from St Charles Street Emancunia.
Local brief compiles election registration calls for city voters led by Mr. Oliver, notes on candidates to be announced by The Leaper, and details city life from Brookhaven including weather hints, crop conditions, business updates, and memorial services. Includes mentions of Dr. Van Watts in Chicago and community figures.
A Brookhaven wedding last week united Mrs Pauline Watts and Lieut I W Hoskins of the Third Mississippi Regiment in a ceremony at the Presbyterian Church. Attendants included Major Geo T Moskins and numerous officers. reception followed, with the couple departing for Lexington, Ky where the Third Regiment encamped. Also noted are juror lists for Lincoln Circuit Court and a medical ad offering treatment by Dr Hathaway Co. of New Orleans.
M T Martin’s sudden death shocks Mississippi readers. The note recalls his bright spirit and Christian service, with memories from Brookhaven and connections to the Hattiesburg area. The issue also advertises remedies, announces local social bets, hotel notes, a forthcoming New Orleans wedding, and regional updates including deaths and travelers returning home.
An advertisement touts a product promising a speedy and permanent cure for eye and skin maladies with strong claims of effectiveness. The text emphasizes notable results and urges immediate use despite lacking clinical details.
A Card of Thanks is tendered to Mrs A M McNair and all who aided by the entire Masonic Lodge for the splendid music at the memorial service for Capt J A Hosking. The music was an important part of the service. W F P Parsons W M and Olympian Society notes follow with Oscar Adams appointed president pro tem and Miss Daley Schwein elected secretary. Shelly to be discussed at next meeting. B Posten.
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