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Newspaper
Laurel Daily Argus
Location
Laurel, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1912
Page
5
The Laurel Argus lists subscription rates for daily and weekly editions with carrier options. Special rural-route annual pricing and in-city extra charge noted, plus office and editor contact lines.
The Magnolia Gazette notes the Wausau Southern Lumber Company plans a mammoth Laurel mill with 150000 feet daily capacity. It will require over a billion feet of timber and twelve miles of railroad, creating about a thousand jobs and boosting Laurel’s status as a top world lumber center. The town, about 12000 residents, is poised for lasting industry and public utility growth.
The Magnolia Gazette notes Raleigh in Smith county has surrendered its charter becoming an unincorporated community. A Governor Brewer proclamation two weeks ago abolished the town as aldermen had not met for six months. Separately Smith county officials awarded a $56,000 courthouse contract at Raleigh.
Jon Beas Fitzgerald, business manager of the Vicksburg Herald, sought the chairmanship of the State Democratic executive committee as committee members prepared to meet in Jackson yesterday. Mrs Fitzgerald was mentioned in discussion.
The article recalls politicians withdrawing to unite behind McBeath, notes Mississippi favors Taft though Roosevelt would have won a party primary, and mentions the Daily Argus leading Jones County readership. It also cites Cuba's Gomez promising to end rebellion without US intervention if allowed ten days, and praises newspaper advertising efficiency.
A $25 advertisement in a daily newspaper is suggested to sell more goods than a $50 salesman. The statement argues the greater reach and lower cost of print ads can yield higher returns than direct sales efforts.
Newman Ga June 29 Eugene Grace who was mysteriously shot at his home in March and partly paralyzed was operated yesterday to remove a bullet. The bullet was not removed but the spinal cord was not severed. One bullet embedded in a vertebra pressed on the cord causing paralysis. Grace shows no bad effects and is expected to recover. Mrs Daisy Opie Grate, his wife, is at liberty on bond.
Camp Knight in June 43 reports a final rainy day with boys choosing a river tramp to Covington county. Henry Tate and companions led a trek while others stayed to guard the flag. The group enjoyed swimming and fishing with a five pound trout landed by Hamrick. Farewells to visiting friends and preparations for a big sendoff as nine boys head home tomorrow.
President Gomez pledges to suppress the Cuban rebellion within ten days in a statement to Rear Admiral Osterhaus in Havana. The State Department signals cautious optimism, while Atlantic Fleet ships at Hampton Roads prepare to sail if needed to safeguard foreign property.
The Murray and Bethany barbershop on Front Street has ceased operations. Patrons regret the closing, noting the business was clean and popular though it was not profitable.
The Taft faction won seating for two Mississippi delegates, while three others were seated by a roll call. The committee adjourned at 7 15 p m until 9 a m the next day with plans to consolidate similar Mississippi cases. The incident featured Roosevelt supporters and a tense exchange over seating and leadership.
Chicago delegates and wives flood hotels with requests to bring dogs to the convention. Hotel managers refuse after letters and inquiries about pets, advising leaving pets at home to avoid trouble. Dog guests will not be accommodated at Auditoriums and other hotels.
Atlanta June 13 Blank Jones is the present name of a two weeks old infant in the home of Mr and Mrs Archibald Baugher Jones. The baby will keep Jones as its name until after the Republican national convention next week. The mother admires Taft while the father is a Roosevelt admirer.
The First Methodist Church in Laurel reports its new edifice is rapidly nearing completion. Supervised by Dr. Weems' congregation members, costs are lower than the architect’s estimate. The modern building features an auditorium with open dome, oak seating, Sunday school rooms, and mothers’ restrooms. The project aims to be debt free and a city pride.
After a lengthy dispute the group reached a compromise and will christen the candidate with a name honoring the nominee. Meanwhile Baby Jones remains shy and unnamed, attracting local curiosity about the pending decision.
New Orleans reports the storm appearing in the gulf last week brings high tides along the coast west of Mobile. Forecasts warn for storm conditions in the Galveston area as it moves northwest toward Texas.
Partial lines discuss doses labeled 466 and reference Chis and Keven with liver condition notes. Text is garbled and lacks clear context or events.
Owen and Azwell Contractors and Builders offer plans and estimates for any project. They advertise fair prices, no charge for plans if they secure the contract, and can provide letters from reputable Delta business men to prove competency. Office in Fine Building opposite the O N Depot, phone 484.
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