Murderous Work of an Insane Man Shot Victims Named
Jackson Mississippi reports a shocked city after John Clark, from a prominent family, shot James Johnson an insurance man fatally and wounded Hon. J W Culver president of the Yazoo and Mississippi Levee Board and a leading lawyer. Johnson died soon after. Culver suffered multiple bullet wounds including through the nose and arm with possible loss of sight. Clark was overpowered and jailed after a fierce confrontation.
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Daily Argus
Jackson
Lelephone
James C. Johnson
J. W. Cuirer
John Clark
Nottt Nina Tay Reegser
Culver
Biata
Glarksdale
Mass
James Johnson
J. W. Cutter
Yazoo
Mississippi
Clark
Citivéns
Judge Watkins
Rneuil
Wr. Cgutter
Coal Miners Strike Widens Across England
London Feb 29. More than 750000 coal miners walked out at 2 pm causing a shutdown of coal output across the continent. The strike threatens manufacturing and shipping schedules as 14 days of disruption loom.
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London
Newspaper Man Not After Office in Vicksburg
Fitzgerald, business manager for the Mississippi Herald, says he will stay clear of political life and business affairs while focusing on commerce. He thanks supporters in and out of the district and states he knows when to set sail and anchor.
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Vicksburg
Miss
Ay T Pitzgerald
Themice Herald
Fale Kab Taylor
Small Docket in the Police Court
Four cases were heard in the city police court on Wednesday. J M Givans pleaded guilty to drunkenness and was fined 7.50 plus costs. WI Hanaick also pleaded guilty to drunkenness and paid 7.50 plus costs. Will Wanmmick pleaded not guilty to assault and battery. found guilty with a 10 fine and five days in jail, suspended on good behavior. Ton Killinger pleaded not guilty to violating a privilege tax ordinance. found guilty with a 12.50 fine and costs. Weather outlook for Mississippi calls for generally fair tonight and Friday with colder temperatures.
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J. Im. Givans
WI Hanaick
Costa
Will Wanmmick
Jai
Ton Killinger
Illinois Central Strike Costs State 100000
A Jackson Daily Argus Special reports Illinois legislatures pass measures raising highway and tax bills amid a rail strike. The strike reportedly cost the state around 100000 with debates over funding for saluting stations and highway commissions. Governor Brewer backs administration bills amid sharp opposition from lawmakers including Aruatoe Runkiif.
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Argus Specnal
Jackson
Willy
Local social notes recount neighbors and visitors
A crowded Saturday night at Mr. Bowlwell’s house drew young and old alike. Several residents including Prof. Woodward, Mr. Vernon, and Mr. J M Boutwell were mentioned as business or social visitors. Numerous couples and families shared weekend visits and greetings, with updates on store business and local goings on across Was J M Boutwell and nearby households.
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Charley Buckhauld
J. MM
Berlwells
Iva
Agee Maynes
Bula Brooke
Bertwell
Benoks
Julius Hasnes
Pearl Busts
Bradshaw
Ajardausby
Bentwell Sabirday
Si¢Ks
Messrs
Waller Weeks
Baby Prostor
Tion
Sage Day
Frisco Trains Enter City Friday
Frisco announces entry of its Great Railway System into the city with start of operation Friday. Trains from New Orleans and Northeast lines will reach the city, with freight and passenger services planned to run twice daily through Laurel and New Albany as track work permits.
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Frisco
Phrough Soni
Gulf of Mexico
Orlow
Mobile
Chiene
Kansas City
Merce
Lomorrowy
Bea Theangh
Vow Horleans
Tor Ritisas Oy
Cheeeliot
Laird
New Orleans
Laurel
New Albany
Quiet home wedding in Willsville ties two families
Willsville on Balurdas evening saw the marriage of Wifhind Theretastoa and Miss Elizabeth Parker. Relatives and friends from Columbus and nearby towns attended the ceremony performed by Rev. Walherspoon. The couple received gifts of china and glass as well wishes for a prosperous future.
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Willsville
Balurdas
Eiabette Parker
Willy
Daidal Pau
Iles
Roh
Walherspoon
Pelaas
Hichiaus
BP Herries
China
New Policemen Named by Gly Chief Duckworth
Chief Duckworth announces seven new police recruits for the remainder of the year. A. L. Jenkins and J. Brown depart from the old force. New members include Wethora, Bothan Ioway, Pruill, Bassett, and Vol. Dunagin. Bassett to West Hud as sergeant, Dunagin to night sergeant.
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Thay
Latally
Old Ton Messrs
A. AL Jenkins
J. Brown
Tee Pelained
Neachers
Bb. Wethora
Oh Bothan
Oh Bothan Ioway, OY Pruill, J Bassett and Vol. Dunagin
Bassett
Wil
West Hud
Ma Doniagin
Night Sergeal
Pace
Ginel
Palire
Duckworth
Lee Allerman
Hineell
Anni
Mississippi Central Engineers Strike Headlines
A garbled report notes labor unrest among the Mississippi Central Engineers with references to a central convention and political delegates. Mentions Taft administration era and a regional meeting, though many names and details are unclear.
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Mississippi Central Engineers
Government Phu report on Ford Oglethorpe post change
Fragmentary note states the fort at Oglethorpe Georgia shifted to a regimental post. Mentions a war department concept and a cavalry assignment. Details are unclear due to damaged text and OCR errors.
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Washington
Ford Oglethorpe
Tie War Department
We Preach the Doctrine of Small Profits and Quick Sales
An upbeat local ad touts a merchant's creed of small profits and rapid turnover. It promises a wide range of goods and emphasizes inexpensive prices, with assertive claims about quality and variety in the city market.
Specials for the Week Advertised Goods
Weekly specials list flour and sugar products with limited legible items including White Dove Flour and Supar, laundry soap, compound lard, and baking supplies. OCR text fragment shows pricing and package details but many words are garbled, leaving uncertain quantities and brands.
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