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The new Mississippi Socialist (1916-1916)
| Content Provider | Library of Congress - Newspapers |
|---|---|
| Temporal Coverage | 1916-1916 |
| Description | The Socialist Party of Mississippi, though never a significant political force, posed notable opposition to the dominant Democratic Party in the early 20th century. In regions like Jones, Forrest, and Harrison counties, characterized by diverse economies, Socialist influence was more pronounced. Sumner W. Rose, a newspaperman, initially aligned with the Populist Party before transitioning to the Socialist Labor Party in the late 19th century. Rose's publication, the Grander Age, advocated for socialist principles and community ownership of monopolies. Despite initial enthusiasm, the paper struggled and eventually ceased publication. In 1916, J.H. Merten founded the Mississippi Socialist but faced challenges, including the destruction of his printing shop. Merten's subsequent venture, the New Mississippi Socialist, briefly circulated before the decline of socialism amid World War I opposition. NDLI hosts contents from/of year 1916 of this newspaper. |
| Online Computer Library Center | 17375199 |
| Library of Congress Control Number | sn88067104 |
| Language | English |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Jurisdiction | United States of America |
