05 Mar 1912
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Newspaper
Laurel Daily Argus
Location
Laurel, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1912
Page
1
The Mississippi Senate passes a 35 to 48 vote on a resolution demanding Senator LeRoy Percy resign. The historic debate follows. the measure advances to the House for action, while Percy remains silent in Washington until the lower chamber acts.
Mississippi moves to elect circuit judges and chancellors for the first time, with constitutional amendments sent to Congress and anticipated ballots this fall. Officials warn about potential dismissals and political battles as appointments shift.
Officials report the county surveyor office in Ellisville to be vacated as a board meeting proceeds. Peter Todd, elected last year, vanished after taking the oath amid unresolved whereabouts. A declared candidate and party men expect an immediate update when the election is called, with upgraded management and expert cleaning in place.
Police Justice Goode presided as several petty cases were heard on Monday. Toliwhig Gsks and Bell faced trespassing pleas with fines. Kelly admitted carrying a weapon and paid costs. Monae Greer was fined for drunkenness, Gertende Greer and Taslirasa pleaded not guilty with not guilty verdicts. Robertson faced suit and petty larceny with a guilty plea. several other cases were adjourned to the next court.
City and Ellisville street car project moves toward final agreement with Taurel Railway and Light Company. New York capitalists objected to minor details but a final plan calls for construction of the road to Ellisville, with a transfer of assets and a deed to be executed after election. funding and lease details outlined pending municipal action.
A burglar fled after a break in, leaving a hat at the scene. Mr Hoss awoke to noise and found a toppled cane, a discarded hat piece, and a mobile hatter name linked to a spree of burglaries in Laurel. The image of the assailant lingered as the episode unfolded.
Local freight train No. 25 of the New Orleans Mole and Chicago railroad derailed yesterday afternoon at Mile Post 179. The incident wrecked two cars and caused slight damage. no injuries were reported. Recovery crews cleared tracks with trains delayed into the evening.
The Lindsay Wagon Factory resumes full operation after a lengthy closure and overhaul. The plant now runs without interruption, with a completed upgrade and enhanced facilities ready for steady production starting Monday.
A garbled report notes expenditures records broken and a push by house committees to move funds to an unspecified pot. Despite economical members objecting, officials emphasize appropriations and debate a path for approval amid unclear figures and names.
A list of recently formed corporations in multiple counties headed for governor approval. Names include Lake’s Tash Eid Dank, Stokes-Bell Company, and Stokes, 8.8 Helland, with capitalization figures cited such as 7000 dollars and 10 dollars in various entries.
The text notes Bishop Hoss will address Millsaps College in Raans, with Millsaps officials and President Hull expected to attend. The sermon is described as an eloquent, trusted address and a formal invitation is to be accepted, indicating a significant church and college collaboration.
Meridian and Mobile officials met with board members to discuss extending the Mepicp Meeidnin franchise and pushing completion of the road. They urged a council to raise sixty thousand dollars more to cover the balance of the fifty thousand already authorized, noting most obstacles were cleared and construction would begin soon.
In Washington March 3 a disputed land grant bill promises to wind rights to settlers and secure ownership amid political clashes. The case centers on a large tract of 4880 acres valued around 88000 dollars with government involvement and previous disqualifications noted. Weather outlook: rain and much colder temperatures tonight and Wednesday, with moderate variable winds forecast.
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