Editorial reflections on politics and crime in a volatile era
The column laments a mix of political gaffes and scandal. It cites Bernheimer’s death after a lost million dollar suit and Amundsen’s claim of a South Pole journey, while criticizing England’s coal strike, Dies’s remarks against Bryan and Roosevelt, and the Roosevelt Taft clash. It questions Mexico’s post Diaz woes, notes electoral promises by Senator Percy, and highlights rising divorce rates and crimes of violence in society.
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Bernheimer
St Louis
Amundsen
South Pole
Colbert Preliminary Primary Sets Stage for Probate Judge Race
In Colbert County six candidates for Probate Judge agreed to a preliminary on Saturday to drop the four weakest. Wes Williams and Mayor Tompkins of Tuscumbia will advance to the general. Williams leads Tompkins by about 90 votes. Roulhac abstained from the preliminary and may lose support to Williams or Tompkins.
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Williams
Tompkins
Roulhac
The Cow's Lament and Local News Briefs
A satirical verse concerns goats wanting park access on the 19th to retain roaming rights. The rest reports local notes from Paden Mississippi and surrounding area, including marriages, medical ads, weather remarks, and community updates with several named residents and nearby towns.
Patent remedy claims for eczema and skin injuries
An 19th century ad touts Bucklens Arnica Salve as a universal cure for eczema, tetter, chafings, scaly humors, accidental injuries, burns, bruises, boils, fever sores and more with claimed perfect safety and quick healing. Available for 25 cents at JC ntos.
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