Vardaman Likely to Win Unanimous Mississippi Senate Vote
Jackson January 13 The Mississippi legislature will ballot for a United States senator next Tuesday with separate votes in each house. James K. Vardaman is expected to win and take his seat March 4, 1914, supported by an overwhelming bloc of lawmakers and a cautious verdict from the legislature. Gov. Noel rumored moves to oppose Vardaman hint at partisan fray, while Senator John Sharp Williams is asked to present the innocence claim on the Senate floor.
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Jackson
State of
Mississippi
United States
Mississipp
James Ik. Vardaman
Vardaman
Washington
Senate
Tayenty
Noel
Devaing
John Sharp Willams
Vanate
Socialists Gain 13 Seats in Election
Berjing January 13 The expected swing toward socialism in the veichstag elections held yesterday was realized with a net gain of thirteen seats for the Socialists.
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Berjing
Hattiesburg Shakeup Elevates Police Chief Post
In Hattiesburg on January 13 a city government shakeup occurred as Pound Keeper W. Moore was promoted to chief of police. Mayor G W Rich resigned as police justice, effective February 1 per reports. Commissioner Fuller to act as police court judge while W A Hardy adds police department duties to his street and water works roles. Tom Beverly, formerly chief of police, has held the position for 3 47 years.
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Hattiesburg
Jan
W. Moore
G. W. Rich
Fuller
W. A. Hardy
Tom Beverly
Petition to Mississippi Railroad Commission Over Freight Rates
Representatives of Mississippi jobbing and shipping interests petition the Railroad Commission to repeal January 2 1912 classification change from Mississippi Classification Number 4 to Southern Classification Number 38. They warn higher freight rates for in state centers while outside centers gain advantage, affecting many daily use communities. Signatories include M C Moore Meridian J G Weatherly Columbus J E Harington Natchez B L Brick Laurel A Kinkead Greenwood Simmons Columbia F Andreas Vicksburg F Conant Brookhaven Gov B Stuckman Hattiesburg Russell Dance Corinth J B Lusk Jackson.
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Mississippi Railroad Commission
Rairoad Commission of
Mississppii
Mississippi
Sianed
M. C. Moore
Meridian
7. G. Weatherly
Columbus
J. E. Harington
Natwhez
BL. Pabrick
Laurel
A. Kinkead
Greenwood
Green
Teachers Appeal to the Legislature for School Funding
Suukson January 42. Teachers write to representatives and senators urging immediate appropriation for common school support. Some counties hold no funds since September from July last distribution, forcing biased borrowing at high interest or creditors’ pressure. Bills range from 100000 to 1800000 dollars, but unlikely to pass amid economy drives. Teachers press for funds despite cautious legislature, while many see school needs as urgent. Mrs. Saunders hosts bridge and a January gathering with friends.
Plans for Road Construction In New York Area
Directors of the New Orleans Mobile and Chicago railroad approve initial construction on an extension from Middleton Tenn to Paducah Kentucky. No date set for Beaumont to New Orleans link until northern connection finished. NO, MO & G to remain a separate enterprise. trustees elected include Yau kum Winchell Milton Emilt Berg and Own from listed companies.
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New York
Jat
New Orleans, Mobile & Chisago Railroad
Middleton
Tenno
Chicago & Fastern
Paducah
Beaumont
Miss
New Orleans
MO & G
Friges
Macking
Yaukum
Winchell
Iriga
Milton
Emilt
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Berg and
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Newton Team 18 Gaming Sets Next Week's Matches
Newton team 18 gaming schedules several interesting games for Monday and Tuesday evenings next week. Clarke Memorial College at News ton will play the local boys. A special game for Laurel high school benefits is set for Tuesday afternoon.
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Clarke Memorial College
Newston
M. C
Laurel High School
Webster pleads guilty to murder of wife in bigamy case
Elgin Webster of Oregon pleaded guilty to murdering his bigamous wife Bessie Kent Webster. He faces sentencing January 22 and is believed to receive life imprisonment.
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Oregon
Harey
Elgin Webster
Bessie Kent
Webster
Rising Temperatures Ahead After Weekend Snow Spell
Washington reports a shift in weather as Mississippi District sees rising temperatures after weekend snow. Sparse text notes two-day pattern with Saturday night into Sunday warming trend.
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Dor Mississippiz
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Local fans rally to fund Laurel baseball team support
Local backers push fundraising drive to place Laurel team in front rank as season opens. Key organizers Skaggs, Halxett, and Davis spearhead subscriptions targeting February 4 deadlines. Volunteers urge interested fans to join by contacting Mosars, Hababeth, or Skaggs to secure league status and sustain town baseball pride.
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Brett
Dad
Sagan
Anya
Moras Transferred to Hot Springs Army Hospital
Charles W. Moras, a New York parker, reported transfer from Fort McPherson Georgia to the Army General Hospital at Hot Springs Arkansas. Taft and the attorney general deem special medical treatment necessary.
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Hot Spings
Washington
Tan
Charles W. Moras
New York
Parker
Atlay Arde
Fort, McPherson
Georgia
Army General Hospital
Hot Springs
Taft
Governor Noel Denies Bid for Presidency Amid Plot Rumors
Governor Noel states reports of plans to make him president of any college are untrue He denies involvement in ousting President Whitfield and rejects any claim of aiming for leadership at any state or other college His remarks come as questions swirl over alleged scheming at Shalevalle and Arab Place institutions.
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Daily Argus Spevial
Duckson
Edward J
Lie A
Mt. College
Shalevalle
Diiteney
Hick
Whitfield
Hacdy
Shepelle Ing Bavernor
Loday
Noel
Waltie
AL Tau Me College
Cotton Market Outlook and Rumored Settlements
New Orleans reports suggest favorable weather improving cotton prospects with prices rising on expected freer movement. Market chatter cites possible mill settlements Monday and notes an anticipated uptick in demand as weather improves, with large quantities and futures activity shaping attention in early January.
Carnegie critics blast stock brokers in heated debate
The text shows garbled quotes attributed to Carnegie related to distrust of stock brokers, corporate power, and calls for reform. It references condemnation of corporations, advocacy for dissolving firms to restore competition, and criticizes lawyers perceived as failing to curb abuses.
Jackson Glad Ov Change In League Leadership
The article reports leadership shifts and financial troubles affecting Laurel, Yazoo City, and surrounding areas. It notes Keniy Frashoe's activity, the Yazoo City Tribune timing, and debts around 1,500 dollars driving talk of forfeiture and potential auction to settle circuit finances.
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Yealarday
Lewis
Des Qotton
Hia
Ulty
Liurel
Suilyeel
Lit
Wey AG
Huttary
Avidenl
Ully
Fae Furtel Money
RGU
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We Yazoo Gila Assocition
Keniy Frashoe
Ing Sever
Deu Ieyburg
Lefora Reneiyet Ying Naening
Shaloth
Uiage Lewis
Lave
Fiat
Yazoo City
Tranutise
Hedootabion
Laurel Fone
Ts Sluls
Tabliostutrg
Oiteuth
Bodies Sought In Fire After Burned Building Collapse
In New York Ada a large search is underway for bodies believed trapped in a burned building. Reports mention a missing keeper and local officials coordinating amid the incident. Security assets including a 150,000,000 senUrities transfer are noted, along with local governance movements and deputy appointments.
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New York
Darter
Gauntleh
Mint Walsh
Gannon
Mins
Augie Belmont
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