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The leader., 1903-04-29
Educational Rally.

The educational rally at Adams
Camp Ground last Thursday was
a field day for the cause-and for
the candidates. Visitors from
Brookhaven were transported
from Bogue Chitto on Brister's
dummy line to Adams, where the
exercises were held at the ap-
pointed hour and the welcome ad-
dress made by DR.. Henry Flow
ers, of Auburn.
The contest in defamation re-
suited in Sam Osborne, of Nor
field, winning; in music, Marga-
ret Butterfeld, of Norfeld; in elo-
cution, Lille Thorrson, of Nor
field.
Mr.. Garland Whitfield gave
an admirable address on "Educa-
tion," and Hon. w. F. Parsons
was master of ceremonies, when
the time demanded the introduc-
tion of the candidates. The fol-
lowing were present, and made
speeches: j. A. Scarborough,
for representative; Geo. H. Yer
non, foater; Hugh Montgomery,
foater; c. W. Maxwell, L. P.
Kees, Duncan Magee, assessor;
R. G. Applewhite, j. G. Cosna
han, sheriff; VIM. Turnbough,
VIM. Price, Wade Summers,
treasurer; John |. Marshall, chan
Gerry clerk.
The leader., 1903-04-29
A New Railroad Projected.

Brookhaven, April 24.-Among the
latest railroad enterprises projected in
South Mississippi is the Mobile, Cold
Springs, Natchez and Northwestern
Railroad. 1t is contemplated that this
new road will start at Mobile and run
in northwesterly direction, eros sing
the main line of the Illinois Central at
Gold Springs, a small village six miles
south off Brookhaven, then proceed
westward to &Settahez. and from there
in northwesterly course beyond the
Mississippi to point not get definitely
decided upon. One of the CHEF pro-
moters of the new road is E. H. Eas-
terliug, head of the lumber firm oi
Moreton & Helms, and one of the
wealthiest lumbermen in South Miss
issippi. The firm of Moreton & Helms
has about twenty five miles of narrow
gauge railroad running west from
Cold Springs, with a good roadbed, anc
| it is proposed to make this a part ot
the main line of the new road. The
charter will he published in few
days, and will provide for capitaliza
ton of $6000,00O
The leader., 1903-04-29
nRookHAvEN SCHOOL TRUSTEES.

AS heretofore indicated in these
columns, under the decision of the
Supreme Court in the Hazlehurst
case, the old Board of Trustees
and the Board of Control annually
elected by it, it will cease to exist
after the first Monday in May,
and the management of the affairs
of the Brookhaven Graded Public
School will devolve upon board
of five trustees, to be elected by
the Mayor and Board of Alder
men, as provided by the general
public school law of the State for
separate school districts. This
law, among other things, pro-
vides that the school trustees must
be patrons of the school.
The Mayor and Board of Alder
men will probably elect the new
board of trustees at their meeting
next week, and the trustees thus
elected will serve until next April,
the regular time provided by law
for such elections.
The leader., 1903-04-29
Circuit Court Next Monday.

After due delibel alton, Judge
Powell declined to pretermit the
May term of the Lincoln Circuit
Court, as petitioned. In refusing
the request, Judge Powell, among
other things said:
II should be personally pleased
to take the rest, but, on refec-
tion, l deem it my duty to hold
court. My experience has been
that crime increases when the
courts are not held, and that it is
more difficult to deal with crimes
already committed when time has
elapsed" :"
This is sound reasoning, doubt
less borne out by Judge Powell's
long experience on the bench, and
the judgment of the court will
be gracefully accepted by all.
The leader., 1903-04-29
DISORDER coNDEANED.
Resolutions by Pupils Of Brookhaven
Graded Public School.

The Leader takes pleasure in
publishing the following resolu-
tions adopted by the pupils of the
Graded Public School on yester-
day. When these resolutions
were received, we already had in
type and in the form ready to
print, the article which appears
elsewhere, relative to the unusual
disorder referred to in the resolu-
tions.
Whereas, There occurred on
last Friday evening during the an
niversary exercises of the literary
societies of the school a most dis
graceful state Of disorder and in
terruption of the exercises; and,
Whereas, We believe that this
disorder was instigated and chiefly
carried on by those who are not
now pupils of the school and for
the deliberate purpose Of injuli ing
| the school; and,
Whereas, We feel that this dis
order is an undeserved reflection
The leader., 1903-04-29

with the undersigned County Su-
perintendent closing all the white
summer schools for the time men
toned. Lincoln county has stood
at the front in all such educational
enterprises; last..year having more
teachers at the association than
any other county in the State.
This is good record for the teach
ers of Lincoln county and nothing
has been lost by ton the contra
ry much has been gained. A
great educational spirit has been
awakened among our people. We
have improved school buildings,
longer terms and better work.
Let's all 60 to Vickbsurg and re-
turn to our schools with renewed
inspiration and a greater deter
mination to do successful work.
All those who expect to ac-
company the county superintend-
ent on this trip will please assem-
BILE at the depot fully an hour be-
fore train time as there will be
quite a number of tickets to be
issued and signed, baggage to
check, etc. We will leave Thurs
day on the cannon ball, which
leaves Brookhaven at 1 p. m., ar
irving at Vicksburg at 4:15.
There has been quite an interest
ing program arranged outside
OF the educational part, such as
trip up the river on steamboat,
free ride on the trolley lines, a
visit tothe National Cemetery and
! a grand reception rendered the
visiting teachers by the hospit-
able people of the>city. Altogeth-
er, the trip promises to be be a very
interesting and instructive one
and all who can, are urged to at
tend.
Board can be secured in board
ing houses and private families al
$1.o0 to $1.50 per day, and the
total outlay need not exceed eight
or nine dollars.
EDGAR GREEN,
Supt. of Ed.
The leader., 1903-04-29
Dental Notice.

DR.. Van Watts takes this method
to inform the public that he has
just fitted up dental Office second
to none in the State. Everything
new and complete. Every up-to-
date instrument for doing any
style of work known to dentistry.
He has three operating rooms
with separate instruments. He
has a ladies parlor, reception hall
and iabratory, guarantees the finest
work at most reasonable charges.
All gold work speciality.
Porcelain or gold bridge or crown
all guaranteed satisfactory or no
lcharge. Extracts teeth without
Ipain by use Of local application to
1.-THE gum or by use of vitalized air
without harm or danger to the
patient. 1t costs nothing to come
and have your teeth examined and
find out what it will cost you to
have the work done. Office over
Brookhaven Drug Co., Storm
Building.
The leader., 1903-04-29
DR.. SOLON WILSON.

In a few days Dr. Or. Scion Wilson
will leave for New York, where
he will take postgraduate course
in the College of Physicians and
Surgeons, with view to further
equipping himself for the prose.
cution of his life's work. He ex-
poets to return to Brookhaven in
about five or six weeks; and will
then resume his splendid practice
of medicine and special treatment
in diseases of the ear, nose and
throat, which he has successfully
carried on for two years past.
Our young friend, citizen and
physician, DR.. Wilson, deserves
more than a passing notice. We
have heard it. said of him that
from a little child there was ex-
pected much of him; so that it is
no matter of surprise to those who
have known him long, that he has
met with marked success, and al
ready achieved a name and fame
that many twice his age have
scarce attained. The early
prophecy of good and great things
for him, he has brought to pass by
his own indomitable energy, laud-
liable ambition, assidueus applica-
tion and gentlemanly bearing, un-
der all circumstances. After his
graduation at Tulane University a
little more than two years ago, he
Immediately located in this city
| for the practice of medicine; and
the confidence and esteem of our
people have grown with his prof
cheney and experience, day by
day. Were he to take perma-
nent leave of us, it would be a dis
tinct loss to the community; but
lsince he goes away the better to
prepare himself for his ministry
among us, we, with his numer-
Gus friends and patrons, can bid
him God-speed and wish him an
early and safe return.
Already well equipped with ap-
paratus and the latest scientific
aids to the faithful and studious
physician and surgeon, when DR..
Wilson returns, his Office will be
improved by additions that will
insure him still larger patronage.
!, and at the same time, add to his
proficiency in the prosecution Of
his chosen profession.
The leader., 1903-04-29

After the exercises by the grad
yates, the address was given by
Mr.. NJ. Mccullough, of Brookha-
ven, who eloquently magnified his
theme. THE Educational Signs
of the Times.'' The address was
an admirable one and won praise
for its author,
Those who won medals and
prizes in the various departments
of the school are Lucille Harris,
Eula McGehee and Lula Hart,
medals; Sue Mckinney, a heauti-
full white fan; Lillian Grice, a
book; Hattie Gwinn, a book.
Mr.. Geo. Vernon delivered the
diplomas to the graduates, after
making one of his appropriate
talks, so full of good advice.
As a whole, the exercises we're
in every respect highly success
full. and the patrons of the school
and theil teachers, Misses Lula
Mason and Ethel Bennett, should
feel proud of this sessions work.
The value of a good school in any
community can never be meas
|u1ed in dollars and cents, and the
question of general education, as
being the remedy for all our pres
ent social evils, should command
the serious thought and profound
attention of every true citizen, for
the want of it seems to be shackel-
ing the reins of free government
and individual happiness. Some
one said, and truly, that "Educa.
ton means the free right training
of every child in the community.
But it means a great deal more
than that. 1t means the assertion
of the community against the law
less individual the community !
authority against the Individuals
authority.
More thorough public schoo
training as manifested in this ses
Ision's work of the Bogue Chittt
Graded School means the breaking
Of a new day in the social customs
and free government of not only
that community; but as fal as it
influence extends in the lives o
its people as they go out into th'
worlds broad field of battle.
The leader., 1903-04-29
SPEAKING NEXT MONDAY.
Gov. Lonsino, Senator Noel and Other
Prominent Speakers to be Here.


Next Monday will be an i'm
portant day in Brookhaven. In
addition to the meeting of Circuit
Court, Gov. Longino, candidate
for United States Senator, Hon.
e. +. Noel, candidate for Govern
or, and probably other candidates
for State offices, will be here and
address the people in support of
their candidacy. 1t will be large
ly day of oratory, and Judge
Powell's charge to the grand jury
will not be the least important of
the delivelances made.
The leader., 1903-04-29

The graduates were: Ruth Nc
Raney, Vernona Spencer, Kate
Gill and Lula Hart. Miss Spen-
Ger read an essay, entitled, With
in The Marble Sleeps an Angel;"
Miss Spencer rendered on the
piano the "Univeristy Girls
Waltz" Miss Gill gave reading,
entitled, 'Lottie's Message;" and
Miss Hart won the highest hon
ors of the class.
The leader., 1903-04-29

on the good name OF, the school
and its pupils and teachers; the
fore, be it
Resolved, That we, the pupils
of the Brookhaven Graded Public
School, do disapprove of and de-
nounce in unqualified terms the
above mentioned disorder; that we
offer to those present on that occa-
sion, our regrets and apologies for
the occurrence of this disagree
able episode while they were our
guests; and that we promise to
use every means in our power in
the future to prevent repetition
of such an occasion.
SHERMAN McNAIR,
KATIE ALLEN,
MATTE PURSER,
Committee.
Now that the pupils of the
Graded Public School have felt
called upon to express themselves
publicly, as above shown, it would
be in order for the principal and
Board of Control, who are far
more responsible for the way
things 60 on at the school
than the pupils, to let the public
hear from them, relative to the
outrageous conduct denounced.
From what The Leader has learn
ed in private way, there was,
undoubtedly, a preconcerted plan
to create disorder and even riot at
the public school Friday night;
and yet, so far as the public and
those who attended are aware, the
authorities responsible for good
order and right behavior, and who,
at least partially in advance knew
what might be expected, took no
measures to provide police and
protect the school and it's guests
on that occasion. Not only so;
but it seems that at the very time
most of this high-handed conduct
was going on, several mem
bers of the Board of Control and
the mayor himself, the chief Off
Ger of the city, who is charged
with enforcing the law and pre-
serving order, sat quietly and
tamely by and permitted the dis
orderly conduct to go on, with
out the slightest protest.
1t is needless to say to informed
people, that the laws are am
ply sufficient for the suppression
and punishment of such disturb
ers of public meetings as those
referred to; and those in charge
of such meetings, have due re-
course for their protection, if they
would only invoke it. However,
the misbehavior of ill-bred people
and hoodlums is becoming so fire.
quent and pronounced at public
meetings in Brookhaven, and even
at the churches, sometimes, that
The Leader is almost tempted to
advise all self-respecting citizens,
and especially ladies, to remain
away from public entertainments
and the churches themselves until
those in authority and whose bus
mess it is to see that proper order
is preserved, do their duty in
this respect.
The leader., 1903-04-29
Ho! For VicksburS.

In order that the teachers may
be encouraged to attend the State
Association at Vicksburg on
Thursday, April Both, to Satur-
day, May End, inclusive, the State
Superintendent has filed an order
The leader., 1903-04-29

Jno. w. Watson, of Seminary,
Coyington county, was genial
visitor at this Office on Monday.
Mr.. Watson is a prominent and
well-known citizen of south Mis-
sissippi. He has represented his
county several times in the Legis-
.lature and has occupied other
Offices of honor and trust. He is
now a prospective candidate for
railroad commissioner.
The leader., 1903-04-29
The Y. N. c. A.

The work in fitting up the Y. M.
C. A. rooms in this city is pro-
crossing as rapidly as possible.
There is so much work that it has
taken wise planning to have it
all done first class. The contract
for the shower baths has been let
and the gymnasium outfit has been
ordered and will be here in a few
days. The Ladies' Auxiliary have
purchased two large Brussels
rugs for the parlor, and when ev-
Ielything is in readiness the asso-
citation will have one of the neatest
homes in the country. The young
men of Brookhaven are to be
congratulated on having such a
nice place to spend their leisure.
Mr.. Siyer thinks that by the
18th of May the rooms will be
ready for occupancy; and, at that
time, there will be an opening and
the work will start off in proper
shape. Mr.. Siver has had several
calls from young men who want
to learn bookkeeping and stenog.
raphy, and plans will be laid te
meet the demands, which form
important features for the associa.
Ition S work.
The leader., 1903-04-29

Mr.. +. Fl. Wilmer will be in
Brookhaven Monday, May 4th,
with something new and neat in
the way of medallion.
The leader., 1903-04-29

Mr.. and Mrs. Homer g. Byrd
and their little daughter left Mon
day morning last, for New Or
leans, where they will spend a
week and then proceed to Texas
for the benefit of Mr.. Byrd's
health. Friends and relatives
would be deeply gratified to hear
of his improvement at an early
day and hope that such good
news may quickly follow his ar
rival in the Lone Star State.
The leader., 1903-04-29

Bro. r. B. May, editor Of the
McComb City Enterprise, is q
candidate for supervisor In Pike
county. He would make j good
one and The Leader hopes he will
get there,
The leader., 1903-04-29
Cut-rate Drva Store liens.

Don't be fooled. You can save
money by having your prescrip-
tions put up at the Cut Rate
Drug Store.
Your doctor ought to advise
you where you can get your pre-
scriptions the cheapest. Not
where they come the highest.
The Cut Rate Drug Store is the
place you are looking for.
A fine line of Writings swell
line of stationery at cut prices at
the Cut Rate Drug Store.
Paints, brushes and painters
supplies at the Cut Rate Drug
Store.
The Cut Rate Drug Store makes
them squeal. Why?
The leader., 1903-04-29

A great many people want us
to make the Cut Rate a stock
company SO they can take a little
stock and at the same time insure
cheap drugs. Thanking our
friends, we will considre this mat
ter. FRANK MARTIN co.
The leader., 1903-04-29

1
Tomorrow at 2 o'clock at the
home of Capt. and Mrs. Tedford,
their sister, Miss Bannie Allen,
will be married to Mr.. Will Rea,
Of Wesson. Mr.. Rea is an engi-
neer on the ]. G., is a son of DR..
and Mrs. Rea, of Wesson, and a
grandson of the late VIM. Oliver.
Miss Allen is one Of our most
worthy and highly esteemed ladies
and is admirably adapted to make
home happy. Our cordial good
wishes 60 out abundantly to the
happy couple. DIR. and Mrs. Rea,
of Wesson, will attend the we'd
ding.
The leader., 1903-04-29

Elegant line Of mems and boys
straw hats at McGrath's.
The leader., 1903-04-29

| $1.00 corsets for $50 cents ut M g
! Gratil's $ bargain seAe May 14tll.
The leader., 1903-04-29

The LEADER.

Official Journal Of Lincoln County.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1903-09-19
RIOT
BASIS Of CLAIM
.Chlnese Government to
Demand Payment
for Damages.
governor Of Nevada Orders
an Immed ate In
vestigation.

WASHINGTON, Sept ls.-The Chinese
Government viii make a claim against
me Government Of the United States on
account Of injuries inflicted by residents
OF Ionopah, New. upon Chinese residents
OF that place last Wednesday. The Chi
nese Minister has telegraphed the Chinese
consul General at San Francisco to send
MN as many affidavits as he can secure
showing the names OF the persons in
Jured and the nature OF their injuries, as
wei as any property loss they might
have suffered. These affidavits will be
used as the basis Of the claim against this
Government.
a telegram was received at the State
Department to-day from the Governor Of
Nevada in reply 70 the one sent yester-
day regarding this attack. saying that
he has ordered an immediate investiga-
ton and viii take every action looking
70 the safety Of the Chinese residents of
Tonopah. A copy Of this telegram will
be sent 10 the Chinese Minister for his
Information.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1903-09-19
MOB STORMS
A PALACE Of
A GOVERNOR
Riot in a Mexican CITY
Battles the Efforts Of
Police.
Officer Is Beaten to Death
and Soldiers Make
Charge.
Resentment of the Populace Because
of the Suppression of Gambling
Causes a Brief Reign of
Terror.
Special Dispatch to The Call.

Ell PASO, Tex, Set. 1s.-At Chihua-
hua, Mexico, during the Independence day
celebration the evening of September IS,
Governor Terrazas. the cattle king, was
Missed while making speech and was
threatened with personal violence.
The mob stormed his palace. threw
sticks and stones and demolished every
window pane therein. The police tried to
interfere, but were routed and one police
mar wa. beaten TO death. Scores of per-
sons were injured and much property was
damaged before the soldiers with fixed
bayonets appeared and dispersed the riot
ers. More than 200 arrests were made and
the entire city was thrown into a state of
great excitement and anxiety.
The mob was composed of the lowest
element OF the people, who took this
method of showing their displeasure at
the order recently issued ty the new Gov
crnor slppressing all gambling within the
jurisdiction of his state. The common
people were accustomed to find their chief
amusement on Independence day at the
gaming tables and when this was denied
them they became enragd.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1903-09-19
MANY ARRESTS ARE MADE.
Eighteen Alleged Participants in
Riot Are Now in Tonopah Jail.

DONOPAH New. Sept ls.-Eighteen
men are now under arrest charged with
melting riot, robbery and murder as a re-
suit Of the attempt Of Tuesday night 10
run the Chinese out Of town. Three Of the
Chinese were taken TO jail this afternoon
and identified Arandau, Lang, Bradshaw
and Sinks as their assailants. The three
latter are walters. II is presumed that
six men were engaged actively in the raid
and two OF them are still at large.
The Coroner held an inquest to-day on
the body Of the dead Chinese. and from
evidence adduCed II seems that the men
after leading the Chinese 10 the outskirts
Of the town knocked them down and
robbed them, securing about $500. The
citizens generally viii aid IN prosecuting
The thugs now under arrest. Most Of the
men in confinement are members OF labor
Unions. but so far no members Of the
Miners Union are implicated.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1903-09-19
QUARREL BETWEEN BAKERS
ENDS IN FATAL SHOOTING
Solomon Trautwein Is Mortally
Wounded During an Affrey
in Los Angeles.

LOS ANGELES. Sept Is. - Solomon
Trautwein, baker. is dying at the Re
ceiving Hospital from the effects of two
severe bullet wounds received late last
night in a shooting ARRAY at the corner
of Second and Gary streets. Edward Will
helm, also a baker, is in the custody Of
the police. He is charged by the wounded
man with shooting him as he was leaving
the bakery where he is employed as fore
man. Wilhelm was arrested in his room,
and. according to the police had evident
ly been running and could give no ac-
count of his movements at the time of the
ARRAY. The shooting is supposed TO have
been the result of a clash that occurred
recently in the bakery in which Truat-
vein was injured by two jOurneymen
bakers.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1903-09-19
YOUTHFUL BRIDE
KILLS HERSELF
Recent Death Of Father
and Mother Causes
Insanity.

SALT LAKE, Utah. Sept. 1s.-While
temporarily deranged from brooding over
the recent death of her father and moth
er, Mrs Mary Williams, aged II years.
formerly of Chattanooga, Tenn. fired
two shots at her husband without effect
and then committed suicide by sending
a bullet through her heart The shooting
occurred yesterday near Milford, while
the couple were en- route from this city
TO Arizona.
CHATTANOOGA Tenn, Sept IS
Mrs Luther Williams. who is reported TO
have committed suicide near Milford,
Utah. was the daughter of Hon. Blevins
Thompson. a prominent citizen Of Chatta-
nOOga, recently deceased She has sew
eral brothers and sisters residing here.
all of whom are prominent. Williams was
engaged in the retail liquor business
Mrs Williams leaves an estate recently
left BY her father.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1903-09-19
PENSION COMMISSIONER
WARE Is AT TOPEKA
Has Something to Say Concerning G..
A. R. Criticism of Appointment
by Governor Bailey.

TOPEKA. xans., Sept. 49, = United
States Pension Commissioner Ware ar
rived in this city last evening from the
Grand Army of the Republic reunion at
San Francisco and a weeks outing in
Colorado Wares private business inter
ests will keep him in the city for several
days.
Joked about not reading the papers,
Ware replied that press clipping bureau
was superior and opened a letter in his
hand containing bundle of scissored
matter. The Pension Commissioners at
tenticn was called to the case of a Kan
sas G. A r. post censuring Governor
Bailey for appointing an ex-Confederate
Justice of the Peace at Manhattan.
THAT looks like a joke laughingly re-
piled the Commissioner. But after a mo-
ments reflection, he added: You don't
hear of any Democratic Governor south
of Mason and Dixon's line appointing ex-
Union soldiers to Office, do your"