JULY 20, 1905 - The Newton Record
A Mississippi Sensation
The Sheriff’s force and the entire Police force of Meridian, MS are indicted. A sensation was caused in the circut court when the grand jury reported true bills against the both forces.
JULY 15, 1915 - The Newton Record
The Model Hotel is Destroyed By Fire
Fire, which in all probability originated from the kitchen fluke, completely destroyed the Model Hotel located on Scanlan Street.
JULY 16, 1925 - The Union Appeal
Report of Health Demonstration
The State Board co-operating with the County Health Officers held a Health Conference in Newton where 470 school children where examined with 1311 noted defects and only 18 perfect in health children.
JULY 18, 1935 - The Union Appeal
Moon In Eclipse Monday Night
The moon which is about full at this time was in eclipse from 9 to 1 o’clock. Such things don’t happen very often; they are very rare and far between.
JULY 14, 1945 - The Union Appeal
Talking Politics
Candidate - The difference between a poor man and a millionaire-
Voter - Yes, I know. One worries over his next meal and the other worries over his last one.
JULY 14, 1955 - The Newton Record
Social Security Now Available
Many person in this district, eligible to draw monthly social security checks, have not filed a claim.
JULY 21, 1965 - The Newton Record
Decatur’s Guard Union Receives Citation
The Decatur National Guard last week received citation from the Inspector General, Headquarters, Third United States Army.
JULY 17, 1975 - The Union Appeal
Gwyn to Represent Union in “Miss Wheelchair” Pageant
Miss Gwyn Shelthon will represent the town of Union in the first annual “Miss Wheelchair Mississippi” Pageant announced by Union Mayor Ed Ogletree.
JULY 17, 1985 - The Union Appeal
Schools Trying to Save Money Without Spending
The Union and Newton County School Systems are looking at a method of saving money without spending any. The savings would come from more efficient use of gas, electric and propane.
JULY 19, 1995 - The Union Appeal
10 Face Stiff Penalties for Vandalism
A late night frolic on the Union Golf course will probably turn out to be more trouble than it was worth for 10 youths.
JULY 20, 2005 - The Newton Record
New Rescue Team Could have Big Impact
A search and rescue team, recently assembled as part of the Newton County Strategic Response team, will likely have a widespread impact as one of very few specialized team in the state.
