07 Jun 1909
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Newspaper
Prescott Daily News
Location
Prescott, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1909
Page
1
Little Rock Arkansas Travelers fret over losing the 1910 convention to Helena after Pine Bluff sided with Helena at Fort Smith. Fans note Pine Bluff’s deal to swing the next year’s gathering to Little Rock, and they plan to attend the Helena convention in larger numbers to secure the 1911 meeting.
In Lewisville on June 7 the cases against former bank cashier J. O. Smith were postponed and did not proceed today. Proceedings were rescheduled for a later date.
A discovery of white powder believed to be bauxite was reported near this place on land owned by D. Mo and P. E. Geiser. Immediate steps will be taken to advance development as the mineral is examined and pronounced.
Unclear OCR notes indicate digging potatoes in a rural area with plans to open in an early market at a specified time. The fragment mentions June and a person possibly named Famuers and a place related to Sulowa or Yupete.
The grand jury convened this morning amid strong speculation that indictments will follow the recent lynching. Named figures Pine Warr and Jane 7 are among those discussed as possible defendants. Authorities have not yet released formal charges or identities beyond rumors and preliminary inquiries.
The Pine Bluff mob attacked Lovett Davis in a white woman’s bedroom during the Travelers Convention week. The Brand jury’s action and Judge Grace’s grand jury charges drew broad public attention and expected indictments for those involved. Sheriff Philpot Jailer Holland and Constable Stewart testified at the jail incident.
Members of Woodmen of the World lodges observe Memorial Day by decorating graves of departed sovereigns and honoring the fallen. The observance is being carried out worldwide with ceremonies and remembrances.
Two saleswomen from respected families testified in Eureka Springs court about a man known as Jack the Hugger who attempted to embrace them on the street. The defendant was convicted and paid witness fees assessed against him. The girls celebrated with friends after court by treating them to soda and candy.
Baker Balch, a young man from near Newport, was flogged in a country church for asking directions to Heaven. He belonged to the rival religious faction and clashed with Alfred Lashlee, who attacked Balch. the melee ended when peacemakers intervened.
A forthcoming inauguration at the Theaturium is hinted by Soviet youth activity and fanfare. The article notes tensions around cultural events and anticipated public displays tied to the theater project.
Editor of the Arkansas Baptist defends his stance against McKenzie on liquor policy and calls out what he sees as McKenzie's political maneuvering. He accuses McKenzie of siding with prohibition opponents, notes McKenzie’s absence during key votes, and cites a censure resolution McKenzie drafted against the editor. The piece defends the Arkansas Baptist’s reach and credibility while urging temperance voters to consider McKenzie’s actions.
Mr. McKenzie asks Dr. Power and others at Urecott about his stance. The writer stresses personal influence for a politician of McKenzie's ability. He urges whiskey men to vote for McKenzie and proposes prohibitionists find a candidate who represents their wishes.
The Cuba-on Wheels exhibit, a museum of Cuban articles, travels from the St Louis Fair and will be shown in Prescott on Monday and Tuesday June 14 and 15. Presented by the Cuban Department of Industry and Commerce, the exhibit appeals to business readers, families, and students. Admission is 10 cents with daily hours 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Hall's Texas Wonder removal notice states the product cures kidney bladder and rheumatic troubles. A $1.00 bottle provides sixty days of treatment and rarely fails to cure. Sold by Hesterly Drug Store.
C B Moon visits Texarkana. Mrs Dan Pittman spends day in Texarkana. Mr and Mrs Thos C McRae depart for Little Rock. J T Nichols and daughter Miss Beulah Nichols visit Nashville relatives. Miss Gertrude Hamilton of Tope returns home after visiting C W Andrews family. C L Riddle and daughter Miss Inez Riddle from Yellow Pine La visit relatives. Rolfe Wyne leaves for Little Rock for Deaf Mute Institute commencement. Charlie Riddie’s health improving. Memphis Reunion attendees include W V Tompkins DG Murrah W P Garrett BF Wynn J 1K Hamilton and others.
The Institute for White Teachers will meet at Prescott Public School from June 14 to 18. The Institute for Colored Teachers meets at the colored school on the same dates. Competent instructors are secured and attendance is required. The Teachers Examination is set for June 17 and 18, 1900. Teachers should have Haldack's Psychology. P. F. Chappel, County Examiner.
A consular report notes strong demand for women’s hair in fashion, with nearly a quarter of a million pounds imported from China last year and 46 000 pounds exported to the United States in 1907. Hong Kong hospitals disinfect hair and China’s central dealers source from across the country. Some Chinese cut hair from corpses before burial to meet demand.
A meeting began yesterday at the Cumberland Presbyterian church led by Rev. J. M. Alexander. Everyone is invited to attend with sessions scheduled twice daily at 10 AM and 8 PM.
Mr and Mrs Floyd Wallis of Rosston Route 4 visited Prescott today. The visit focuses on leisure and local scenery with no further details provided.
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