Local Men Push Immediate Road Reform Plan in Jones County
The Jones County Board of Supervisors met to address impassable roads described as quagmires. Attorney Deavours was asked to present existing road laws, while a resolution proposed a three dollar road tax and the hiring of a competent road commissioner for Jones County, triggering sharp debate.
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Laurel board hears business delegation on road project
A three to two vote approved a plan after a delegation led by Mr. Cohliar of Avan presented the Southern Pin tion backed initiative. He urged sand clay roads, drainage, and efficient routing to maximize market access, stressing towns would fund shared costs if roads were rebuilt and maintained. Mr. Wis ner, Mo Wner, and Dr. Saunders supported the need for clear promises and practical construction.
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Owas
Wisner
Ty Mo Wner
Jones County election orders held for May 29 1912
The 1912 journal notes a failed Morgan Gody bid and a required election for Jones County offices. It mentions city campaigns and a Miss Leggett returning from Hattiesburg in improving health and ready to resume nursing.
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Mississippi Flood Dangers Rise Across the Delta
Reports from Memphis and surrounding areas on April 5 indicate levees strained along the Mississippi with several weak points and rising water threatening Natchez Bayou Sara Cairo and areas to the north. Refugees flee to higher ground as crews reinforce dikes and sandbags.
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Tragic Shootout in Brookhaven Ends Officer and Suspect
Policeman L. G. Atwood was killed by a lone Negro during an arrest attempt in Brookhaven. Officer Waek Lane later killed the suspect as he fled the roof of a passenger car. The assailant carried two suits, an automatic revolver, 240 cartridges, $350, and keys from railroads. Funeral plans were announced for Atwood, a longtime city policeman.
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