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Newspaper
Laurel Daily Argus
Location
Laurel, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1912
Page
2
The Laurel Argus announces pricing for Daily and Weekly editions with carrier and advance rates. It notes rural home discounts, city subscriber surcharges, and provides newspaper office and staff contact details.
Counts Assessor Andrew Lewis reports Laurel’s tax rolls show rapid growth from last year’s 2000 level to above 3000. The 50 percent rise in taxpayers in a Mississippi town underscores the city’s expansion, with census figures two years past indicating a 4000 population and rising personal assessments.
The piece argues that local pride powers American towns and cities, linking rivalry and shared success to growth. It notes that a vibrant local paper reflects community sentiment and supports business ventures and development, while absence of pride can endanger a town’s vitality.
A speech highlights community pride as the core force behind local improvement and unity. It stresses reaching out, home pride, and hopeful civic spirit as essential to American city life and the enduring character of its people.
The piece notes the Cuban government’s end and U S shift of internal affairs to Cuban authorities to maintain peace protect lives and property of foreigners. It cites Havana reports of tranquility kept by a warning to offenders while guiding rainboats and marines to Guantanamo as a show of friendship not intervention.
The piece notes Oscar Underwood as the leading choice among convention observers for the Democratic nomination, with many considering him the best alternative to the current campaign. It mentions party dynamics, potential Taft repudiation if Republicans promote a second term, and references to other political actors and forecasts from newspapers.
Readers weigh Roosevelt versus Underwood as Democrats seek a strong candidate. The article discusses convention dynamics, delegates, and party hopes, noting Taft’s potential to secure support and the impact on November prospects.
The document discusses Republican and Democratic tensions around Roosevelt and possible shifts in support. It notes a looming demand for reflection within the GOP, potential defections, and the impact on party cohesion as campaigns unfold. Additionally Laurel plans a large railroad hospital with railroad executives considering the project in connection to local economic needs.
A nostalgic note invites readers to recall Graduation Day and the pride of graduates. It acknowledges differing fortunes among families and encourages recognizing the efforts of younger students moving up a grade with celebration.
The Scott Jewelry Co presents a Brookhaven event listing the faculty for the Summer Normal of 1912. It notes high attendance in prior years and praise for instruction and accommodations. Names include J N Powers, De I V Cooper, Claude Bennett, Hodges, and many more educators from colleges and cities across Mississippi.
A short note invites readers to enroll in a local school promising practical business training and potential good pay. The立课程 emphasizes managerial skills and job readiness.
A compact list of professionals in Laurel Mississippi including veterinarians attorneys builders and engineers with notes on calls and offices. It mentions Brasheer Veterinary Surgeon and Dentist Risher Drug Co Barbary Builder and General Contractor Freyde M D Veterinarian Lee Central Avenue and Beaty Building Henry Helbon Attorney at Law Edgar G Harris Attorney at Law H W Beel Civil Engineer Scruggs Drug Store Dr Sharper ENT hours and office details Lee Brothers Architects Garraway MD and Hammon Attorney at Law Heidelberg.
A local advertisement proclaims the best supply of lawn mowers, hoes, sprinklers, pruning shears, and other garden tools to please every gardener.
Town children respond to a Wanted notice by flocking to Risher’s Sada Fountain for free cream cones. Officials encourage orderly lines as families arrive with curiosity and smiles as summer novelty activity.
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