Tennessee Epidemic Delays Court Sessions and Local News
The column notes widespread epidemic pauses across the state, delaying court actions and public events. It reports on a postponed Confederate reunion in Memphis from October to November and mentions political appointments in Mississippi. It references weather and drought impacts, liquor license debates in Quitman County, and cultural notes about tea from the Boston tea party.
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Quitman County
Belew
Riverside
Farmer Sells 1800 Bushels to Many Dealers
A farmer sold his entire 1800 bushel wheat crop to LS different dealers one bushel each. Some paid cash, most promised payment in a few days, leaving the farmer unsure how to feed his family until promised sums arrive.
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Aew
Lion
Man’s unpaid debts exhaust him as wheat stash stays idle
A poor man owes money but cannot pay, and villagers press him to settle. He keeps delaying payments, letting small sums accumulate until he is nearly ruined and collapses in fear. He later pays the county editor for news, admitting the pain of losing honest earnings.
Local Notes and Social Roundup in Abbeville
A Mississippi correspondence reports Mr. P M Pettis improving slowly after illness. Alma Wall of Noah visits Miss Hattie Wilson. Local youths attend a tournament at Lowes with delight. Mr J and T M Banks enjoy a pleasant panel session at Mrs Crosley’s. Mrs J O Wilson returns from Amery after caring for ill relatives. Dave Wilkins and Lillian McKie visit Irene McKie in Chulahoma. Jim Smith takes a telegraphy position under Rufus in the C KOR office. Possum hunting is popular. Henry Williams and Arrella Tarver wed at Pine Flat with Rev Braswell officiating. A cotton bale found at Law Turner’s front carried lint and seed. News ends with a note of more details to come.
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P.M. Pettis
Alma Uall
Noah
Hattie Wilson
Dave Wilkins
Lillian McKie
Chulahoma
Irene McKie
Jim Smith
C.kor
Rufus
Henry Williams
Arrella Tarver
Pine Flat
Shipp
Braswe
Law Turner
County exams for white and colored teachers scheduled
The notice lists fall exam dates for white teachers on September 17 18 October 22 23 and for colored teachers on September 24 25 and October 20 21. G K Hiebrecrer County Superintendent announces the schedule.
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G. K. Hiebrecrer
Oxford Cotton Warehouse Rental Announcement
The speaker notes renting the Oxford Cotton Warehouse for the season from Dr J Carter who purchased it from the Oxford Warehouse Company. They will be there to weigh cotton and serve friends as in the past and thank patrons for past support while seeking continued patronage.
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Oxford Cotton Warehouse
Protective tariff debate and its effect on labor and industry
The article argues against the Dingley tariff, claiming it harms labor by shifting wealth to manufacturers. It states the law should not discriminate and that tariffs unfairly benefit producers while burdening consumers. It notes the U S has cheap labor and materials, so protection harms farmers and workers alike. Columbus Commercial endorses Smith Bo Schall of Meyer Bros Drug Co praising Chamberlain's Pain Balm as a trusted remedy.
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United States
Columbus Commercial
Bo. Sehall
Meyer Bro's. Drug Co
St. Louis
Chamberlain
RR. Chilton & Co
Onxford
F. M. Rettis
Abbeville
Smith College Ad Seeks Tuition Funds in Lexington
An advertisement from W. KR. Smith's College in Lexington Kentucky notes hundreds of clerks and former boys have invested for tuition and board and now receive over 1000 pounds yearly. Read the ad and keep the notice for reference. Address letters to Ww it Smith Lexington Ky.
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Smith
Lexington
The Bright Side of Life and a Trusted Remedy
A Philadelphia Times essay extols a happy disposition as life’s true sunshine and credits it with helping husbands endure hardship. It cites a Missouri or Alabama adage about Chamberlain’s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoeal Remedy praised by J. R. Adams of Geneva. The piece notes its availability through local druggists in Oxford Florida and Abbeville.
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Bright Mays
Philadelphia Times
Chamberlain
J. R. Adams
Geneva
Ali
Chilton & Co
Oxford
M. Pettis
Abbeville
Dr King’s New Discovery Praised by Jones & Son
James Jones of Jones & Son drug firm in Cowden testifies his wife battled La Grippe and Hasty Consumption last winter. After using Dr King’s New Discovery she improved from the first dose and was cured by a few bottles. Free trials at B RK Chilton & Co.
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James Jones
Jones & Son
Cowden, Lil
Dr. King
Cowden
Pana
BRK
Ker Shaw 10 Black Che Viot Suits Offer Fit Guarantee
A year guarantee backs Ker Shaw's 10 black Che Viot suits emphasizing fit and workmanship. The notice promises reliable tailoring and enduring quality for customers.
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Ker Shaw
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Ad Offers Piles Cure Guarantee
A historical newspaper advertisement promotes Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best healing salve for bruises ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and skin eruptions. It claims a money back guarantee if not satisfied and lists price and local sellers.
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Chilton & Co
Kershaws specialize in leaning, repairing and alterations
Kershaws emphasize leaning, repair and alteration services as a specialty offering. The shop highlights skilled workmanship and tailored improvements for garments and furnishings. Customers are invited to visit for fittings and consultations.
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Kershaws
Dr Cody’s Condition Powders for Horses
Dr Codys Condition Pow ders are medicine to restore a horse in bad condition. Tonite blood purifier and vermitage are sold as medical aid, not food, to bring a horse to prime condition. Price 25 cents per package. Sold by L K Chilton & Co Harris Practical Business College Jackson Miss refund plan offers half tuition if not satisfied.
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Harris’ Practical Business College
Jackson, Miss
County Supervisors Handle Bridges Roads and Quail Law
LaFayette county Mississippi board in regular session approves numerous appropriations for bridge and jail work. They set road viewings and contract the slough bridge at Yocona bottom to O W West and ordain a quail and wild turkey protection measure with penalties. They review finances, jail conditions, and painting contracts for the poor house.
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Smith
EH Rimmons
EJ Moore
Harris & Greer
East
Bullard & Co
JE Neilson
Mds
TL. Harris
AS Gray
Med
C. Morrow
Lawshe
JC Treloar
Sam Henry
L Childress
Childress
Snipes
Knight
GW West. Com
Lennie Wooten
Dr. Givin
CW Shipp
Owen Brown
Beauty
McElroy
Huston Bridge
Dillard, Co
Chapman, Turner & Co
Same
Eluin
Elk
Oxford Eagle
Addington Et al
Paris
J. G. Flemons
J. F. Ramsay
Knight and West
Taylor Road
Slough
Yocona Bottom
O. W. West
Delbridge Et al
F. Cain
A. Darling
Alex Lewis
Board of Supervisors
LaPayette County
Mississippi
LaFayette County
J. O. Ramey
Chickasaw Fund
Institute
General County Fund
G. R. Hightower
S. Watson
Dr King’s New Discovery Endorsed in Wonderland Remedy Ad
Community testimonial from Tiskilwa cites Dr King’s New Discovery as the only true remedy for coughs and colds. It claims guaranteed cures and free trials at BR Kk Chilton Co and mentions widespread praise from druggists Kelland Curren and outlets in Oxford and Abbeville.
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W.M. Repine
Tiskilwa, Hil
Dr. King
Chamberlain
Kellan
Prickly Ash Bitters Promoted As System Regulator
An advertisement urges readers to use Prickly Ash Bitters to strengthen stomach liver kidneys and bowels to prevent yellow fever. It claims the tonic cleanses regulates and stimulates the digestive organs and blood filtration, recommending nightly use and sanitary household practices as safeguards. All druggists sell it.
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Cites
Electric Bitters Promoted For Elderly Health
Old people needing medicine to regulate bowels and kidneys are advised to use Electric Bitters. The tonic acts mildly on the stomach and bowels, adds strength and tone to organs, and aids digestion. Priced fifty cents and one dollar per bottle at R R Chilton & Co.
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R. R. Chilton & Co
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Jextford Eagle
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Ofice
Tennessee
Memphis
W. Bo Sorshy
Guataluata
Adee TL. KR
Martin
Water Valley
Fiov. McLaurin
Ton. Ternande DL Meney
George
Boston
Westen
T. S. Powell
Pascagoula
Rankin County
Augusta
Chilton
Chiltonm
Lows
Messrs. J
T.M. Banks
Dr. Pierce
Dr Pierce
Neule
Dispensary Medical Association
Buffalo
N. Y
Congress
Republican Party
W. KR. Smith's College
Lexington, Ky
EAGLE
Bucklen
Chilton’s
Castoria
The
Fae
Jial Uice
Crug
Tol Siaa CF
JG King
Lum
P Wilkins & Sons
J E Stull
oIl Kimmons
Davidson & Roanh
W Davis
Hightower
PS Leavell
Court House
Mets
T Turner
JB Bundren
JE Bagley
W Smith
Dc Treloar
A Parker
E H Kimmons
B Bundren
E Bagley
SW Smith
C Treloar
EH Kimmons
William Dacres
Bridg
W. W. Kinece’s
Prickly Ash Bitters
Aoe
Bhp Uz
Harkins & Matthews
Pros
Casto Gene
Fea
Arian
L.a
Lewis &llIcKee
Cus
Dees Bees Pigelpiss
Miss
Kimble’s Market
Freudenberg Old Stand
Www
W. Kimble
W.t.wallace, Undertaker
Collins
Enbelning
Jobe
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