Belmont Items Bring Hope for Cotton Crop
Local showers have ceased after several days, improving the outlook for the cotton crop in Belmont. Weather conditions steady as farmers anticipate harvest prospects.
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Newspaper
Iuka Vidette
Location
Iuka, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1909
Page
5
Local showers have ceased after several days, improving the outlook for the cotton crop in Belmont. Weather conditions steady as farmers anticipate harvest prospects.
Dennis Mississippi column reports fair crop conditions with needed rain for corn, predicts a fine cotton crop if it showers soon, and lists town visitors and local business activity. Mentions land purchases near Belmont, residents from Booneville and Jackson, church events, a new house on third street, a mill rebuild, and an all day singing at the Baptist church next Sunday led by Prof Tidwell.
A large barbecue and public speaking event is announced for Saturday August 14 in Tishomingo Mississippi. Speakers may include Senator A J McLaurin Nudge J C Longstreet and others, with lemonade sold to benefit the local school. Citizens invite all to attend for a day of food and speeches.
The undersigned will on the 4th of September 1909 at the court house door in Iuka Mississippi let to the lowest responsible bidder a wooden bridge across Yellow Creek in the second district. The board may reject any bids. Plans and specifications are on file in the clerk's office by order of the board. Dated August 2, 1909. Lookout for malaria. A few doses of Picky Bitters is a preventive. J C Jourdan, Special Agent.
Several from our county attended Esquire Falkner's court in Itawamba county last Saturday where the case of C A Northington versus W A Mann and son was pending. The Belmont Baseball team played Golden Saturday afternoon. rain ended play after one inning. Mr G W Bostick and family returned from Hamilton, Alabama. WA Mann and son sold their saw mill and moved it south of the current location. Mr G W Pearce now practices law for A J Jackson near Vina, Alabama. Justice court remains frequent in Suh district. A Hazledel, Mississippi pair visited on business. Mr George Howell of Itawamba moved his sawmill near Chapel Church. Ex Confederate John H Timbes visited relatives. A.V. ViPette noted a youth shot while stealing watermelons. his father recently moved away and was regarded as honest. Best wishes to all.
A traveler praises Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, stating it never failed since 1872. The testimonial from HS Nichols of Oakland Indiana, for sale by I C Jourdan.
Tishomingo High School promotes thorough elementary education and preparation for college business and life. It notes a successful session with next term opening September 1909 for nine months, and provides addresses for J O Looney L 1 A M Prin and P E Williams secretary, Board of Trustees, Tishomingo Miss.
An 87 year old man seeks relief from rheumatism and aches claiming Ballard's Snow Liniment keeps joints and muscles limber. Advertisement mentions prices 25c 50c and a dollar at Jourdan's Drug Store.
A brief local sketch describes a man known for withholding smiles and generosity. Neighbors note his frugal demeanor and a peculiar habit of cold reactions, contrasting with warmer community figures.
North of Burnsville notes sickness and deaths including the August death of a six month old child of Mr and Mrs James Barnes. Willie Marlar remains seriously ill, with Mr Walter Newman and child on the sick list. Local rail carrier Lester Timbes steps in. Visits and travel details among residents are listed along with church and preaching plans at Antioch and Burnsville. A recent rain is reported as welcome for stock water.
Mr A Robinson of Drumquin Ontario has suffered years with indigestion and endorses Cham berlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as the best medicine he ever used. They aid indigestion or constipation, are easy to take and pleasant. Price 2. They are sold at C Jourdan's with free samples. DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills are recommended for kidney and bladder trouble as a safe antiseptic aid to kidney function. Beware imitations. get DeWitt's from Model Drug Store.
An advertisement touts McGee's Baby Elixir as a safe remedy for disordered stomachs bowels and fretfulness in teething infants. It asserts the product contains no injurious or narcotic drugs and lists prices of 25c and 50c. The note concludes with a quirky line seeking a trunk lock for an elephant.
For sale or exchange my home with 6 rooms a good well and 4 acres of land in Dennis Mississippi plus stock of groceries and drugs. I will sell cheap for cash or exchange for a good farm. Address J A Byram Dennis Mississippi. Also mentions DeWitt's Little Early Risers salve drug store販売.
A concise, reflective line frames the idea that opportunity hinges on seizing the right tool or opening. It highlights desire as a driving force behind achievement and hints at the barrier of access needing a specific key. The note invites contemplation on what unlocks progress.
A spare promotional note warns that idleness leads to trouble and lists symptoms such as constipation headaches jaundice and pimples. It states Dr King’s New Life Pills banish liver troubles and restore health, priced at 25 cents from J Jourdan’s.
A low-visibility caption notes a project to supply a blanket for the cradle of the deep. The item, described as a protective covering or insulation, appears connected to maritime or coastal efforts. Names and specific groups are not clearly legible in the fragment.
A Beaver Dam resident recalls severe colicky pains that vanished after using Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. Advised by a friend, the cure provided lasting relief four years ago with no subsequent symptoms. The notice notes it is for sale by C Jourdan and mentions weighing scales for sale as well.
A short sales blurb urges prompt treatment for pains with Baitards Snow Liniment. It claims quick relief for aches from rheumatism and other ailments. The ad notes J Jourdan as the seller and mentions a new mobile device in a casual aside.
An old ad pitches Ballard's Heroine to balance the liver, claiming it makes people agreeable at home and improves mood. It promises relief from irritability and cross feelings, urging households to purchase a bottle from JC Jonedan. The note also seeks “a pair of pitchers to pull the root of evil.”
Seared with a hot iron or cut by knife bruises may subdue with Boeklen's Arnica Salve, said to subdue inflammation and kill pain for boils ulcers fever sores eczema and piles. Guaranteed at J C Jourdin's druggist.
An OCR fragment advertises a hinge for a horse gait and urges health during malaria season. It touts Prickly Asu Brrrexs as a cleanser that strengthens stomach liver and bowels and helps resist disease germs. The text also mentions J C Jour dan as a Special Agent and a vague pursuit of fame.
A Farmers Institute held at Tishomingo on August 2, conducted by Prof McKay of the A and M College and Mr Jesse M Jones, a reading and progressive summer of Ala. McKay spoke on soil preparation and strawberry culture while Jones led on seed selection and hog raising. About 160 persons attended and lively discussions followed with expected valuable results.
In Fedora Tennessee a man named CV Pepper credits Dr King’s New Discovery with saving his life after severe lung hemorrhages. Pepper reports weeks of improvement and regained ability to work. The ad promotes the remedy for lung complaints, hay fever and asthma, priced at 50 cents and 1 dollar with a trial bottle offered at J C Jourdan’s drug store under a guarantee.
An ad for Smiths Sure Kidney Cure promises a refund if one bottle fails to satisfy. Drugstore advertises the product at 50 cents via J C Jourdan, claiming a guaranteed kidney cure and a humorous framing about measuring heated disputes.
The notice states the lowest responsible bidder will be awarded the contract to build two wooden bridges over Bear River in the Bear River district of the county. Bids close September 6 1909 at the courthouse door in fila Mississippi. Plans are on file in the Chancery Clerk's office.
A Alabama parent recounts treating a year old child with cholera infantum by using a diarrhoea remedy from Rider Bros and Carter's store after failing to find a physician. The remedy reportedly relieved the infant within 15 minutes and fully cured the illness. The sale is noted as available through J.
A request for a new paint color and button-like hardware on the coat of paint project drew discussion at the council meeting. Officials weighed cost, aesthetic impact, and durability while outlining next steps for procurement and approval.
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