Laurel Supervisors Hold Gala Session in Rain
A soaked Monday saw the Laurel Board of Supervisors and Judge McCaskill attend a rainy morning session at the New Court House site. Bids for the court house came in with Robinson Humphrey Co of Atlanta winning at 126,660 plus 6,650 premium. The Magnolia Hotel block near Oak and Magnolia Streets is favored for the new site, with a committee set to review plans ensuring only architectural quality designs are accepted.
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Laurel
Court “House
court house
Robinson- Humphrey Co
Atlanta
Ledger
wily
DuBose
Bufkin
Jones County
Oak and
Magnolia Streets
Magnolia Hotel
Mississippi
Armory Hall sought for new Mississippi court house
Captain Clewis O Ferrall leads a petition asking the Jones County Board of Supervisors to include an Armory Hall with the new Laurel court building. The request, backed by Company E, cites duty to state defense and the unit’s strong record including a rapid storm relief response. A special term of the Circuit Court is ordered for Laurel, March 18, 1907, to be held for up to 21 days.
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Clewis O’Ferrall
Board of Supervisors
court house
Chattanooga
Meridian
Jones
Circuit Court
2nd Circuit Court
Circuit Court of
2nd Circuit Court District
Mississippi
Laurel
Jones County
Forest
Scott County
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Court Notice From Mississippi 19th Circuit Court
A Mississippi 19th Circuit Court notice states that the undersigned judge of the Circuit Court of the 18th district addresses matters before the court. The document appears to be a formal court notice or procedural filing indicating ongoing jurisdiction and court action.
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Rost. L
BULLARD
13th Circuit “Court
District of Mississippi
18th _Ciessit
Ledger Missing Issue Reward Offer
Ledger notes the Dec 4 issue is missing and offers a liberal reward to the first reader who sends the above-numbered copy to recover the issue.
Joe T. Mapp Asks for County Treasurer Post
In this Ledger issue the name of Joe T. Mapp appears as a candidate for County Treasurer. He is described as honest conservative and business like in his dealings. He has not held office before and aims to prove he is the right kind of person for the office. Citizens should consider his qualifications before voting.
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Joe T. Mapp
Mr. Mapp
Jones county
Garrick Announces Candidacy for County Assessor
R L Garrick is named as a candidate for Assessor in the announcement column. He has served four years as county treasurer and is well informed in land matters, signaling readiness to provide good service in the office.
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R. L. Garrick
Luther
The Kingston and Fifth Avenue Pastor Reception
The arrival on January second was met with cordiality by the good people of Laure with Mrs. J. W. Chambers and others at the depot. They were guided to a cozy parsonage where a group of ladies had prepared an inviting welcome. A bountiful dining room feast followed, signaling a warm start to the pastor’s tenure among this generous community.
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Laure
J. W. Chambers
Local notices and elections in Beat Three
Announcement for Supervisors of Beat Three featuring Newt Jones as a candidate with encouragement from The Ladies Aid Society of Fifth Avenue Methodist. Also notes a Valentine party hosted by Mrs. Bessie Gardiner on Feb 15 1907. Follows with praise for the Methodist church and prospects of M J & K C R R absorption by Frisco System impacting service.
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Ladies. Aid Society of
Fifth Avenue
Laurel Mayor Election Urges Noble Choice Principle
In Laurel residents face a mayoral race after the death of Olin C. Hunt. The Ledger urges voters to choose the best man for Laurel, emphasizing integrity, impartiality, and community service over personal ties or motives. Four qualified candidates are praised. the paper calls for a vote guided by conviction and the common good.
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the
LEDGER
Laurel
providence of God
Olin C. Hunt
Hunt
Jesse M. Bush Seeks Reelection as Circuit Clerk
A column endorses Jesse M. Bush for reelection to the Circuit Clerk post. The piece notes he has held the office for about 12 years, delivering faithful and courteous service and fulfilling his duty as he sees it. The article urges voters to expect continued faithful service in future elections.
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Jesse M. Bush
Bush
For Sale Lumber Stock Short Fragment
For sale a few thousand feet of lumber twenty feet long heart pine material for sidewalk and building use. Listing includes lengths and condition notes though text is fragmentary.
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Armory Hall
New Court House
State of
the Ledger
Kingston and
N. A. Jones
Newt
as. R. F. Witt
Frisco
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