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Newspaper
Iuka Vidette
Location
Iuka, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1910
Page
4
A fragment recounts the Forest of Rocks near Murgerum Alabama and a 1889 feud murder of Jim Sisk linked to Jo Rhear. An old negro’s dying confession names a white man as the killer, with a westward escape and a limestone spring at the scene.
The io primary for senator is set this fall after an executive committee meeting in Jackson. They attributed Gov Noel's influence as the largely decisive factor in the decision.
Reportedly Seed, a strong Prohibitionist, mounts a bid for lieutenant governor in Alabama. Supporters say his election could block the whiskey program, with backers noting his vow to act firmly against liquor interests.
State of Mississippi Tishomingo County summons Grover Brown Murry Brown and Elmer Brown heirs of Mollie King Brown to appear before the Chancery Court on the second Monday of June 1910 to plead to the bill of E Clement administrator of Mrs S F King decd for sale of estate real estate to pay debts and for division of proceeds among heirs. P W Patterson Clerk Chancery Court.
All parties summoned to appear before the Circuit Court of Tishomingo county are notified the court time is changed from the second Monday in July 1910 to the second Monday in August 1910. The court may extend to two weeks if needed, instead of one week as previously.
Notice to contractors that on the first Monday in July 1910 the Board of Supervisors of Tishomingo county will let contracts to the lowest responsible bidder for purchase of record and blank books tax receipts warrant books pay certificates stationery legal forms and other county and district office books Proposals must be sent to the Clerk of the Board and marked Bid for Second and Blank Books contract for Tishomingo county The board reserves right to reject any and all bids No bid will be considered unless accompanied by a bond of $1 000 signed by Joseph Martar President of the Board.
Erratic ad text describes a girl and various injuries from burns and scalds. It touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a quick healer for ulcers sores corns and old injuries. Mentions price 28 cents and 41 cents on Jourdan's.
The message notes good health in Mingo Mississippi and favorable farming weather with planting set to complete next week despite lingering cold. It mentions a Sunday School gathering at Forest Grove school house and extends well wishes to the community.
Ike Bodkins writes from Slashy Creek describing his wife planning a short trip to care for livestock. He details feeding chaos from overabundant poultry, a failing ditch project, and the census taker’s questions while lamenting mismanagement, then notes chores improve after his wife's return and jokes about wages and hiring help.
Miss Beulah Mauldin, a fair young lady of our neighborhood, attended singing and was glad to be with us.
An old advertisement claims Ballard's Snow Liniment relieves rheumatism instantly for all degrees of severity and leaves users as supple as a two year old. Sold by J C Jourdan.
Notice lists dates and locations in Providence Bay Springs Paradise Burnt Mills Liberty Rutledge Salem Cole's Mill Burnsville for voter registration. People who have not registered since March 1908 must register to vote in the upcoming Congressional election. Registration closes July 7.
A dated advert promotes Ballard's Snow Liniment for boys injuries such as scratches cuts sprains bruises burns and scalds. It urges immediate use per directions and lists prices two sets boots and one dollar at C Jordans.
What Everybody Wants. Describes kidney health as essential and promotes Foley's Kidney Remedy as a cure for irregularities. Claims the remedy will restore kidneys and bladder to normal function. Sold by Model Drug Store.
A catalog of young residents with ages and towns including Owen Gurney 15 from Dennis, John Moore 16 from Dennis, Edgar Epps 18 from Dennis, Alfred Bruton 18 from Iuka, Ed Busby 14 from Short, Leash Kirk 16 from Short, Carmack Deaton 17 from Iuka, Bryan Skinner unspecified location, John Depoyster 16 from Glens, Rufus Hardwick 16 from Burnsville.
The ad claims the high cost of living raises prices for many necessities, but Foley’s Honey and Tar maintains its high standard and curative qualities with no price increase. It touts effectiveness for coughs, colds, whooping cough, and throat and chest ailments, urging buyers to look for the genuine yellow package and to refuse substitutes. Sold at Model Drug Store.
A scattered period piece from Tishomingo County reports on farming and social events. It notes Aunt Kizzie Dean’s 84th birthday dinner, a Jackson Camp service, May meetings at Mackey's Creek, and visits among Paden and Cherokee residents along with church and singing plans. It also includes legal notices and a property sale in Iuka and a chancery court command to Fannie Jourdan.
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