06 Jun 1902
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Newspaper
Newport Daily Independent
Location
Newport, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1902
Page
1
Assessor of Jackson County issues official notice with first publication on May 8 in the Daily Independent. The notice concerns property assessment actions and deadlines for appeals, inviting affected residents to review records and respond within stated periods.
A sermon critique discusses the use of sprinkling versus immersion in baptism. Citing Albert Barnes, Turrerin, Baxter, Campbell and others, the piece argues for immersion as the primitive mode and challenges the sprinkling interpretation as unsupported by etymology or Scripture. It critiques Rev Richardson's handling and previews further replies from Presbyterian and Anglican scholars.
John Calvin and associates affirm baptism by immersion as the biblical and ancient rite. Brza argues Christ commanded immersion, while InIncLe ties water immersion to engraftment into Christ’s death and the external ceremony. Dr. Lyman Colhman supports immersion as the common mode.
The Newport Oil Prospecting company directors approved suing Malang and Cowan for non fulfillment of contract. Attorneys Phillips and Campbell expect a court ruling in their favor, potentially recovering funds for stockholders or forcing a new 2000 foot hole as agreed. Investors seek recovery or project value from the stalled venture.
South bound freight train No. 81 wrecked near Tuckerman injuring twelve cars, nine loaded including dynamite and other freight. Air hose burst caused braking and derailment on a low embankment, sparing lives as no ignition occurred. Wrecking crews cleared the line for No. 12 and No. 4 trains rerouted via nearby towns.
After a Wednesday conference with leaders Foreman Auten and Greaves, insurgent Republicans announced a state convention will be held June 26 in the statehouse to nominate a governor candidate. They challenge Clayton Rommel and Whipple, asserting their following will prove largest in the governor vote.
Episcopalian Sunday School picnickers return Friday morning after missing their wagon due to a railroad misunderstanding. They enjoyed the stay in Batesville as hosts, with the Newport group calling the basket dinner the best yet. Mrs. J. E. Roseborough hosted an evening party for the young people, and many Batesville homes welcomed the guests along with a large list of attendees including Gustave Jones, J. L. Sells, Narcie Minor, Wm. Gregg, and others.
Preliminary examination of Harvey Osborn and J Edwards, arrested at Bradford, charged with horse stealing, was held before Justice Judien B Harria. They were bound over to the next term in 500 bail each. The bond was not yet posted at press time. attorney Love Grant expected to secure it, with J E Edwards signing for his son.
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