Tornado Devastates Mississippi Towns and Death Toll Soars
Memphis reports describe a multi wave tornado spanning Texas to Georgia. Devastation hits Amity and Phyls with numerous deaths, thousands homeless, and widespread destruction across Mississippi. Relief supplies, food, and tents are being sent as fears for further losses grow. A crewman aboard the excursion steamer Louisiana was swept overboard and drowned near the storm’s edge.
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Memphis
Tenn
Texas
Arkansas
Enerey
Louisiana
Mississippi
Tennessee
Alabama
Georgia
Gulf
Amity
Phyls
Wen
Hattiesburg
Alencon
WK Howell
Re united after long years in Tennessee reunion of Collings family
In Tennessee a long separated family reunion occurred as W P Collings, a Confederate veteran of near 80, reunited with his daughter now 57 after forty two years apart. The mother had died and the reunion followed a Bristol search by the son who then brought father and children together in Nashville and Bristol.
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Lynnville
Tele
East Tennesset
Bris
Elie Collins
Nashville
Dave Swith
Duncanville
Nan
Mera
Smith
Unforsy
W. P. Collings
R. E. Lee
Appomattox
Bristol
Volunteer State
Supreme Court
Peeler
Democratic
Tennessee
Temperance
Nwa
Drummere
Cithe
Nealville
Atte
Est Council
William Gerat
Rival candidates claim wins in East Tennessee races
Senator Carmack says East Tennessee supporters give him a large majority and denounces a political machine. Governor Patterson expresses confidence that broader Tennessee backing will favor his administration amid joint debates and mobilized saloon opposition.
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Senator Carmack
Knoxville
Tenn
East Tennessee
Novar
Middle
West Tennessee
Tennessee
Patterson
Feiternen
Local option clash and pro prohibition debate explodes
A heated discourse from Tennessee editors and clergy centers on local option laws and temperance. Bishop Huss endorses local option while opponents attack enforcement and political interference, arguing the liquor trade must bow to public will and legal restraints.
Carmack Platform Speech Highlights Gubernatorial Bid
The article reviews Hon. F. B. Carmack's gubernatorial campaign platform and contrasts it with Gov. Patterson's opening remarks. It notes Carmack’s proposals and urges readers to consider supporting him, mentioning planned publication of the address and related commentary.
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FB. W. Cermdek
Gov
Patterson
Tim
Rhea Stands Amid Political Turmoil and Rumor
The editorial notes growing courtly drama and partialities in the week’s scene. It claims leaders deny overt influence, while speculation swirls about money and power affecting official actions and support for reform.
Death Toll Rises in Louisiana Mississippi Tornado Outbreak
Dramatic reports detail widespread destruction across Louisiana Mississippi and Alabama from a violent storm. Dozens are confirmed dead many injured and numerous towns damaged with homes cabins and telegraph lines demolished. Rescue teams and state militiamen were deployed as authorities assess losses and coordinate aid.
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Loulstang
Over
Iife
Loutstenn
Bergen
Albertville
Alt
Birmingh Nldht
Dis Aig
John Afian
John Miriniecee
Richland and
Lamorre Lieipitk
Thad
Yatohos Mike
Louietone
Montreal
Itrimed
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