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The people's messenger (1895-1895)
Content Provider | Library of Congress - Newspapers |
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Temporal Coverage | 1895-1895 |
Description | The People's Messenger, founded by lawyer and politician Frank Burkitt, initially operated as the Chickasaw Messenger in Houston, Mississippi, before relocating to Okolona. Burkitt's steadfast convictions shaped the paper, evolving from a conservative Democratic stance to championing Populist ideals. Burkitt's political career, including serving in the Mississippi legislature, paralleled the Messenger's transition to a Populist Party organ. Renamed the People's Messenger, it advocated for agrarian interests and represented the Populist movement statewide. However, by 1900, the rise of progressive Democrats diminished Populist influence. The paper continued as the Okolona Messenger, maintaining a broader focus on local, state, and national news until its eventual sale in 1900. Under new ownership, it retained its prominence as a Democratic-leaning publication, chronicling significant events and community affairs until the late 20th century. NDLI hosts contents from/of year 1895 of this newspaper. |
Online Computer Library Center | 17375160 |
Library of Congress Control Number | sn88067092 |
Language | English |
Access Restriction | Open |
Jurisdiction | United States of America |