White primary favored in Ellaville political chatter
Ellaville March 26 reports strong Democratic support for a white primary with a May 15 deadline for nominations. Republicans plan a full ticket while populists may abstain or align with Democrats. County races show sheriff and tax receiver drawing interest, with several candidates in the field, and judges and solicitors facing limited opposition.
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J. K. McMichael
A. C. Murray
Newton Glover
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J. R. Williams
J.M. Collum
H. H. Singletary
Judge Singletary
T. F. Ramey
Bell announces for sheriff with Gatewood as deputy
The morning announcement of E. L. Bell as sheriff candidate pleases his friends. Bell, a two term deputy, is expected to receive strong support in the Democratic primary. His deputy on the ticket, Dudley Gatewood, is well known county wide. It is indeed a strong team.
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Another Entry for Sheriff in Sumter County Race
Mr. W. W. Hooks announces his candidacy for sheriff, with friends rallying to support him. Known as genial Bill Hooks, his qualifications are conceded and if elected his deputies will be Will Page and Sam Clements.
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Sheriff's Office
W. W. Hooks
Ely's Cream Salve for Catarrh and Hay Fever Cure
An advertisement claims Ely's Cream Salve relieves catarrh hay fever and colds in the head with immediate relief and healing of mucous membranes. It promises a non drying effect and no sneezing, priced at 10 cents from Ely Brothers at 66 Warren Street New York or by mail.
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Receiver's Sale Of Nelms Racket Store Stock
Public auction to sell the Nelms Racket Store Company stock including crockery lamps shoes clothing and other usual racketeering items at a Lamar street Americus Georgia location on a date in April 2000 under order of Judge Gory Speer United States Court for the Southern District of Georgia. The purchaser must pay twenty two percent of the bid to be reviewed by the court and balance in three installments. failure to pay triggers sale cancellation.
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Lamar Street
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Ory Speer
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Random Town News Briefs Touch on Elections and Arrivals
Short items note Sumter county white primaries voting rules with registration required by January 1. Depot inspection praises new Central Station as a model building. County candidates number over twenty three and weeds of politics loom. Weather slows plantations and broom corn price soars. Savannah cotton receipts top a million. Louisville reunion for Confederate veterans set for May with travel incentives.
Distressing Stomach Disease Promised Cure Ad
An advertisement touts Norvine Ton' ic as a masterful remedy curing stomach weakness and indigestion. It claims relief from first dose, universal applicability, and guaranteed results. Sold by E. J. Eldridge, druggist, Americus, Ga. tn wed tha.
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Ton’ic
E. J. Eldridge
Americus, Ga
Farm use of an aermotor advertised by H R Teal
Farmers are urged to improve farm operations with an aermotor. The Richwood Georgia dealer H R Teal invites readers to request circulars and prices on aerators and related machinery, promising information on work and equipment for efficient farm work.
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H.R. Teal
Richwood Ga
Human nature like a male prone to devilment if not corralled
This fragment states that human nature resembles a male that will slip into mischief without control, suggesting a cautionary view of temper and self discipline. The sentence uses a metaphor to warn about unchecked impulses.
Mozley’s Lemon Elixir Tonic Ad Claims Broad Health Uses
An old advertisement for Mozley’s Lemon Elixir promotes a lemon juice tonic as remedy for biliousness constipation appendicitis indigestion headaches sleeplessness nervousness heart failure fever and kidney debility. It claims natural organic regulation and liver tonics, priced 500 and 1.00 at druggists, prepared by Dr. H Moztey of Atlanta Georgia.
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H. Moztey
Atlanta
Lem on Elixir Restored Strength for Ga State Senate Doorkeeper
At age seventy three and a long history of indigestion biliousness and weak constitution I suffered until I used Dr Morley s Lemon Elixir. Within three months I gained twelve pounds my appetite improved and my health returned to vigor. L J Alldred Door Keeper Ga State Senate State Capitol Atlanta Ga.
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State Senate
Atlanta
Medicine praised as best for various ailments by A Gresham
In a testimonial from Salem Oregon, A Gresham endorses a medicine as the very best he ever used for the diseases he was advised it treats. He notes trying many kinds for women’s troubles and other complaints.
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Mozley
Mozley's Lemon Hot Drops Health Remedy
Mozley's Lemon Hot Drops claim to ease coughs colds hoarseness sore throat bronchitis and throat lung diseases. Prepared only by Dr H A Mozley Atlanta Ga and sold by druggists across the country.
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H. A. Mozley
Atlanta
New York Mail Wreck Kills Express Messenger Near Opelika
A mail train wreck on the Atlanta and West Point line between West Point and Opelika kills Express Messenger Oslin and injures Baggagemaster W B Blunt. The through fast mail from New York to New Orleans derailed, with multiple cars leaving the track though the Washington sleeper stayed on. Early reports cite one death and one injury, with later updates confirming Blunt’s death and more injuries.
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Kirkman Court Martialed Over Arch Bishop Allegation
A Manila bound voyage tale from a Brooklyn letter reports Major Kirkman US volunteers court martialed for an alleged mistreatment of Archbishop Chappelle papal delegate to the Philippines. The incident centers on airing a stateroom window and a disputed insistence on privacy.
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Candidate for Treasurer Hears E Taylor Announcement
A county treasurer candidate, E. Taylor, presents his bid. He is described as strict, trustworthy and well qualified, with strong county ties and expected strong primary support. Also promotes Allen's Foot-Ease, a powder for painful feet, in growing nails and bunions, advertised for 25 cents or free trial by mail.
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Early election ordered in Macon county primary May 1
The Macon county County Executive Committee sets May 1 as the primary date to nominate county officers representative and senator from the district. They will follow the state committee in naming May 15 as the day to vote for governor state house officers and courtessman.
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Macon County
State House
Substitute for Puerto Rican bill proposed revenue district plan
A substitute measure by Senator Davis of Minnesota creates Puerto Rico as an internal revenue district with US tax laws extended there, a collector at San Juan, and a 15 percent tax levy until March 1, 1902. It funds Puerto Rico government needs, education, and public works, with provisions to adjust or abolish taxes if a local government is adequate.
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Mr. J. M. Duckworth for Coroner Nominated
Announcement lists J. M. Duckworth as candidate for coroner, a role he has filled satisfactorily for several years. The note predicts he will receive strong support at the primary election.
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J. MM. Duckworth
Trial of Caleb Powers Opens as Goebel Case Continues
Witness Wharton Golden, a key prosecution star, failed to appear for cross examination after direct testimony concluded on Saturday. Judge Moore adjourned briefly to address Golden’s illness, with authorities sending a deputy to locate him. County Attorney Polegrove announced at 11 that Golden was ill and would likely rejoin at 1, delaying court.
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Accidents in Coal Mines Report Summary
The annual report by James Roderick, Chief of the Pennsylvania Bureau of Mines, records 9675 coal mine related deaths over 30 years from 1870 to 1900. Decades show fatality rates per 1000 workers rising from 3.859 to 8.210 and 8.140, with totals of 9151, 8819, and 4000 respectively.
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James Dunn Seeks Re Election as Sumter Tax Collector
James Dunn, longtime Sumter tax collector, files candidacy for re election. He is described as a capable officer and will be strongly supported at the primary for the pre election to the position he has long held.
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