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Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1883
Page
2
The issue reports the Java earthquake as the era’s greatest and notes Pass Marian lighthouse destruction. It lists political figures like E Packwood and A Applewhite, mentions deaths including ex Governor Pease, and covers local campaigns, court nominations, and social events such as a wedding in Brownsville.
A group of Oro negros in Auburn, Mississippi, dug up a grave for conjure bones, killing Mrs. Hattie Howel’s body and provoking mob justice. Col. Calvin Wells advised restraint, but a lynching followed, highlighting lawlessness in Hind county. Calls grow for Governor Lowry to check mob law as Independents in Lawrence County prepare a ticket and fuse with Republicans in Monticello.
The Leaves revival notes a dispute with Mississippi Mills Company over claims of aiding toronio sufferers. The paper argues a cash gift of 250 dollars was expected rather than vague aid, accusing the company of inadequate accounting and pressuring them to publicly explain their actions. The Leaver article faces denials, while supporters insist on clear proof. The Ledger urges dignity and transparency, disavowing any personal motive.
A portrait of Major Barke dale praised for his influence and courtly manner. The piece notes his impending congressional run, his elegant State Street home, and his family including wife and daughter in law. It mentions Mrs Harrington and Mrs Craig, with a closing aside about Blaine and the Virginia Convention.
Telegram to Judge Cassedy reports MeLane nominated at 4 a.m. on the 92nd ballot in Farerre on September 15. The message carries the names Sesuuvs and Navrr and notes the press time.
Sam Ragspare writes from New York on September 2 1883 noting busy fall openings across business and fashion. He reports Southern merchants in town for winter goods, theatres reopening with mixed reviews of Oscar Wilde Vera, praise for Bliss Marie Prescott, and Francesca da Rimini drawing crowds. He mentions Mrs Langtry returning soon, a visit to Trinity Church’s old graveyard, and his ongoing elocution lessons comparing favorably to Whitworth College.
A correspondent from Mt. Carmel Miss. details a four year debate over admitting women to the State University and reports positive effects on both genders. He notes rising female enrollment, intellectual parity, and expected tripling next session, with emphasis on temperance gains in nearby parishes and a crime docket anomaly in Franklinton.
Baya prepare for College or for bust tena.
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