Train attack and rail policy dominate Georgia news
The Times publishes from Americus Georgia on October 4 1801 reporting an attempted bombing of an imperial train in Bohemia. It notes Georgia rail bills including a special order to limit watered stock profits and equal per mile rates. Also covers Jay Gould’s reaction to Georgia politics and editor changes in Colleton and Macon.
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Bohemia
Ma. Kemp
Railroad Commission
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Joan TemrLe Graves
Colleton Land Company
Graves
Macon
New York
Macon Telegraph
Prolific Local Notices from Georgia Editors and Towns
Series of brief notes across Georgia papers detailing political leanings, architectural plans, and community incidents. Highlights include D T Booger vindication in Atlanta, Fort Valley Masons prospering, J A Wood visiting Thomasville for a megat hotel project, Columbia Cotton Mills work underway under Maj A Randall, an elderly resident praised for lifelong vigor, and a Rome Floyd county Democratic youth league setup. Also mentions Emory College rep from Stewart, a residential fire at Maj Baldwin's home, Athens protest over freight rates and Cobb's reply, Stonewall Alliance prize crop contest, and jail escape by Smith Chappel in Brunswick.
Bishop Talbots Letter Declines Georgia Bishopric
The letter from Bishop Talbot to Col Z D Harrison of Atlanta declines election to the Bishopric of Georgia. He cites commitment to missionary work in the west, the needs of his clergy, and his flock, and asks for prayers as he remains at his current post to lead the church’s young commonwealths. The bishop expresses gratitude for support and hopes the Holy Ghost will guide Georgia to fill the vacant see.
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Z, D, Harrison
Atlanta
Georgia
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Aed Yeas
Erne Pert Talsory
Will R. Allen Promotes New Season Dress Line
Will R. Allen urges customers to visit before the season and view the most complete city line of stamped linens and wash silks for embroidery. Shown are appealing fabrics and patterns prompting shoppers to inspect the collection now.
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Bedford
School Girls Gossamers at rock-bottom prices sale
A local sale advertises the "School! Girls" Gossamers available at rock-bottom prices. The notice emphasizes solid value and clearance pricing to attract buyers.
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