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Newspaper
Iuka Vidette
Location
Iuka, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1912
Page
2
Senator Robin Taylor of Tennessee is praised as a leading humorist. The Mississippi River threatens with high, rising levels. fear of overflow grows. Woodrow Wilson wins the Wisconsin presidential preference primary. Seidel of Milwaukee loses by 17,000. A critique notes global progress yet belief in punishing criminals remains.
Attention veterans of La mar Camp No 425 U V meets in the Mayors office in Tukia on Saturday April 6 1912 to settle dues elect delegates to Macon Ga reunion and attend to other business. All veterans invited regardless of membership or dues and a social hour will follow. Also an advertisement for Chamberlains Liniment claims rapid rheumatism relief by dealers.
James Chadwick longtime area farmer died suddenly around midnight Monday at the home of his nephew E P Gathings on South Sixth Street Paragould. He had come from Mississippi years ago and owned a good farm leaving one daughter Mrs JB Morrow. He was buried at Mt Zion cemetery.
Clarendon resident recalls a startling ban on an illness once thought incurable. His brother suffered a severe cough believed to be consumption but refused treatment until Dr Kim's New Discovery. He allegedly refused early, then used ten bottles and recovered, now healthy and weighing 218. The family endorses the remedy for Douglas days with trusted results.
Notice from Locals and Farmers Union of Nshomine urging members to send a full delegation to the county meeting near Mulberry Fork No 1712 miles south of Burnsville on April 19 and 20. Weather troubles hamper business while W W Harris is mourned by many friends. Bear Creek rises after heavy rains. Several local people travel or relocate, including Henry Hall leaving for Huntsville, Mrs Daly ill, and James Sanders visiting Burhsville.
The article warns of weakness, nervousness, loss of appetite and energy following grip and cites disordered liver and kidneys. It extols Electric Bitters as a tonic and blood purifier that strengthens nerves, rebuilds the system, and restores health. Sold by J C Jourdan for 50 cents with satisfaction guaranteed.
The Williams family and Grandma Dees along with Mrs Kirk are on the sick list. Robert McKee recovered from a se vere illness. Mrs Tillie Murphy and the Rast family face modest misfortunes. Frank Farris shifts residence and plans a stew. OC Rast clears a ten acre field this winter. Frank Underwood and Lee Burns wed on March 24. Rev Page to preach Easter at Hughes Chapel. News closes with the death of W W Harris.
The Civic League launches a broad alphabet driven campaign urging annual Arbor Day clean up efforts. Activities include back yard and alley cleanup, lectures, anti billboard efforts, tree planting, youth involvement, and civic improvement drives with emphasis on enforcement of city ordinances and fostering community pride amid poor weather and local news.
Petition to Gov Earle Brewer from JE Brooks dated February 24 1912 requests a pardon for assault and battery with intent to kill and murder conviction at the January 1912 circuit court term in Tishomingo County Mississippi. It cites sufficient punishment already served and the petitioner’s family needs for support and a claim of willingness to reform. The plea emphasizes a law abiding peaceful citizenry post pardon.
A short note mentions a pagle 0rl ist lisk cook book from Mathieson Alkali Works in Saltsville Virginia. The small book includes recipes tips and a timetable for cooking plus sections on nutrition and useful information for preparing foods.
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