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Newspaper
Iuka Vidette
Location
Iuka, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1919
Page
2
Public notices and classified rates from the Official Journal. Subscription terms for out of county and in county readers are listed, with display ad pricing at fifteen cents per inch per insertion and other notices priced per line. Obituaries and resolutions limited to ten lines, simple death and marriage notices free.
Hon E D Cavett long a Mississippi political and business figure died at his Macon home at age 74. A Confederate veteran, he served as sole Confederate in the Mississippi House and as a brigadier general of veterans, shaping Democratic politics since Reconstruction. He spent most of his life in Noxubee County and was praised for gallantry in Civil War service. His career spanned politics, farming, and public leadership, including a 1912 cotton bale contribution for Wilson. He repeatedly won election to the Lower House with his largest majority this fall.
Calhoun City Mississippi will get Citizens Home Bank opening January 1 with stock over-subscribed at its formation. L T Gaines of Iuka elected president with W H Harstin vice president and Arthur Rowe cashier. Capital stock $20 000 all owned by county residents. New building to feature electric lights water and steam heat. Gaines to remain in Calhoun City and reside there.
Friends gathered last Saturday at Mrs. G. P. Hammerley’s home to honor her eighty second birthday with a surprise noon dinner organized by her daughter Mrs. Laura Copeland. Guests enjoyed a three course meal, reminiscences, and Victrola entertainment in a warm, festive atmosphere.
The piece asserts Alvin York remains unspoiled by fame despite offers to appear in vaudeville and film. It lauds his unselfishness, steadfast sense, and courage, noting his decision to return home and establish a school for his people. The writer says communities at all levels should be proud of him.
Locals note I. H. Seaton and J. H. Sullivan of Waterloo are prospecting in Iuka with Sullivan purchasing the Coman place near Spring Park. A Jersey calf is offered for sale and Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil advertised. Cotton samples show rains caused a $65 per bale loss. Lake Como Dairy asks sale of top cows in Taka on Saturday November 1st 1919. Prickly Ash Bitters promoted as kidney tonic at J. C. Jourdan's Drug Store.
Massey Bros and named defendants are ordered to appear before the Chancery Court of Tishomingo County Mississippi on December 22, 1919 to show cause why the final account of Mrs Jennie alAdministratrix of JO Y deceased should not be approved ratified and confirmed.
The Lombard entertainers bring a vivid Lyceum program with imported costumes from Japan and China including a one stringed cello and Gypsy camp fire setup. Baritone Barry Lombard headlines with comic talent, joined by Lela Londeed and other performers forming a versatile, high merit act. The piece mixes sketches The Senegea and the Fortune Teller among unique acts, promising engaging entertainment for audiences.
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