Disease and accidents strike small town in Putnam county
In Putnam on Feb 25, a meningeal disease affects several children while Rt. A Wigginag reports a gravely ill child. A local hunter party near Knowlton's mill claims 3000 shots produced 300 birds. Williams mills undergo improvements under current owner Mr. Williams. Fires injure W W Montfort and Henry while extinguishing a blaze in Mrs. Montfort's dress. A 15 year old girl, Etta McCorkle, nearly dies from a tree trimming accident. A three year old son of Er W Smith is buried at Hopewell cemetery. Mrs. Smith mourns with her husband. Mumps patients begin socializing again.
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Terrell County Mystery Cattle Slaughter by Unknown Beast
In Bronwood Mr. R A Morgan reports two missing yearlings found slain with gruesome wounds near Massey Creek swamp. Tracks larger than a dog suggest a panther. He seeks hounds to hunt the animal while avoiding the swamp. Also, J P Horn sues Dirtseller Iron Co over land sold for sheep ranch then used for iron ore worth about 200000, seeking 40000.
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Travel notes from Louvale reporter amid snow and meetings
From Louvale February update recalls a difficult Alabama journey with snow, rain, and late trains. The writer visits Notasulga Auburn Columbus and Butler meeting Gospel Messenger editor Erd. J. R. Respass, notes Peek's Hollow wedding Miss Peek and Willie Lott, counts a thriving local school, plans for fertilizer and seed corn, and reports Antioch Church meetings with Eld. Curry preaching foundations of the city. A special APL train brings President Hawkins and others. writer joins a small party for a fine ride.
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Bronwood Town Notes and Local News
Bronwood February 27 report notes dull streets from farmers planting corn while town children fill schools at the Academy under Prof J M Belward with Misses Lila Edwards and Susie Jane assisting. Rev W A Bryant jailed in Dawson for obtaining goods under false pretense. he preaches in Bronwood. Quarterly Methodist meeting planned. a phrenologist visits, charging ten cents per head. Rev J S Elmore and others travel to Batesburg for a wedding this evening.
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Echo News Roundup From Richland Area
In Richland Rieunano Feb 26 reports say negro Taylor Cook shot last week by Peter Franklin is able to be out while Franklin remains at large Rev Boykin and Prof Bigsby preached and sang last night Mrs A J Majors sick in critical condition with little hope of recovery Wedding planned next Sunday morning with bets settled Monday Captain Brannon has shipped cotton and left for home J T Williams traveled to Americus Miss Jesse Littlejohn visiting Miss L Patterson BoyI s trip to C S R R grading road will be graded soon Some North Carolina visitor stayed with his father Weather worsens farming and a Haiti comparison cited to illustrate political neglect
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Oglethorpe News Notes and Local Gossip
Telegraph confirms Warren Law shot and killed at Cochran Georgia. Outspoken locals report a female tramp seeking aid and threatening the depot agent. Miss Julian Kalgler and Miss Rosa Baldwin visit Montreuzma and Ellaville. Dove shooting remains popular. Mr English loses left hand in hunting accident near Fountainville. Snow and wind sweep Clarence area. Unclaimed letters list from Sumter post office. Rome dining feature notes Capt Clarke declaring Southern goods lead in manufacturing.
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Mind Your Business Says Farmers Alliance Leader
A prominent Alliance member urged farmers to focus on business, avoid meddling in legislation and attacking other groups. He warned overreach would jeopardize the Alliance’s gains and stressed cooperation, urging members to live and let live while promoting farmers' interests.
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Gubernatorial contest stirs Georgia students at Athens
The Augusta Chronicle reports an early Georgia gubernatorial contest taking shape in Athens. A heated meeting to choose a literary orator for next commencement ended without a decision after three hours. Henry W. Grady of Atlanta and Fleming G. DuBignon of Savannah were the leading candidates, with university factions backing each. Next Saturday the societies plan to reconvene to hold an election, with both candidates repeatedly named for the governorship.
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Brighter Prospects and Notable Local Tales
State Treasurer Hardeman praises Georgia's brighter prospects after liberal legislature acts including school and immigration bills. A 107 year old negro woman Kitty House dies in Decatur recounting Revolutionary War memories and independent living. Howe's London circus visits Cuthbert. a resident Anderson Groves hides a monkey, is jailed. Brooks County farmers report self-sufficient crops, high bank deposits, and loan offers at 4 percent to faithful residents.
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