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Newspaper
Laurel Daily Argus
Location
Laurel, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1912
Page
2
The Laurel Argus lists subscription pricing for one year at $1.00 six months for 50 cents and three months for 25 cents. An extra city charge of 50 cents per year applies.
A 1900s style critique notes Theodore Roosevelt losing the Republican nomination to John R. Lynch amid black delegates’ influence. It cites Clayton, Blaine opposition, and Roosevelt’s later presidency contrasted with “negro race” ambitions, while mentioning Byrd and party maneuvers in Chicago and Baltimore conventions.
Meridian reports the death of Hon. Adam M Byrd formerly of Philadelphia Mississippi at Hot Springs Arkansas where he had sought relief for months. Byrd served eight years in the U S Congress representing the Fifth district and held several public roles including district attorney and judge. He was renowned for tariff knowledge and genial character with funeral plans likely in Philadelphia.
The national committee factions argue over temporary leadership with Parker favored by officials and Bryan expected to lose. Wilson managers claim 315 instructed delegates, Bankhead cites Underwood votes ranging 0 to 420 on first ballot, while Clark supporters estimate 7 to 7.
Chicago, June 22 The Republican platform committee narrowly defeated Governor Hadley's proposal for a plank committing the party to primary elections instead of conventions. Hadley announced that Roosevelt members would craft a minority report. The La Follette faction may respond.
A fragmented OCR line mentions Paris Green related to a case involving individuals named Hiberand and Scruggs. Readable elements imply a legal or criminal context, but the fragment provides no clear actions, dates, or outcomes to confirm.
Washington greets the possible appointment of Wu Ting Fang as China’s minister to the United States with interest. He has represented China in Washington before and is seen as the likely choice to advance to ambassador if the post becomes an embassy.
Mrs Francis Squire Potter of Chicago addressed the Woman's Trade Union League in Kansas City arguing that praise of grandmothers’ virtues ignores modern women who work for seven dollars a week. She warned against judging today’s women by old norms and noted economic pressures force outside work.
New York socialite Ulysses Garnier will receive a cable from William K. Vanderbilt in Paris about the recovery of a diamond pin valued at thousands. Once owned by Queen Marie Antoinette, the gem was lost on a Long Island motor trip last spring and found yesterday by a hotel clerk in Lake Ronkonkoma.
The Mississippi Society for the Prevention of Fires plans an inspection of Laurel buildings and a public meeting on June 28. Officials urge broad publicity and participation from city officers, business leaders, and insurance reps to reduce fire waste statewide.
The Mobile Register notes that Southern negro delegates have largely remained loyal to Taft despite Roosevelt supporters' efforts. A preacher reportedly urged them to back Roosevelt as Lincoln saved them, while Roosevelt headquarters offered hospitality and money. The piece mocks untutored blacks for resisting pressure, saying their balance of power could force revision of behavior.
Frederick Maryland reports Miserie Peart Six, blind and speechless for three years, briefly regained sight and speech during a paroxysm of pain, then relapsed. Doctors noted bone fragments exited her head and body as part of the unusual medical case, with about a pound reported expelled over time.
Fragmentary item mentions bargains at Wallace Drug and Fate's Bristol Casting Rods and Reels. Lacks clear event details or dates but signals a local shop sale in progress.
Owen and Azwell offer to plan and estimate any project with reasonable prices. They provide bond for faithful execution and claim letters from reputable Delta businessmen confirming competency. No charge for plans if they secure the contract. Office in Fine Building opposite N C and WN E Depot. Phone 484.
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