Southwest Georgia a Mirror of the Event of the Week
Southwest Georgia notes crop prospects and farm conditions in Shiloh and surrounding towns. Farmers report good corn yields and improved action prospects, while one neighbor borrows chains and boasts about a mule in a rival field. Local residents Hou Chamberlain Harden Lucila Floy Chappell visit Bronwood, and Prof. El McMath leaves for Armessville to reopen a school. No sickness reported.
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Buon
Thaa
Hy Koopa
HO. Chamblias
Terrell County
Harden
Avon
Mistea Lucila
Floy Chappell
Bron 2004
Miau Fannie Lawken
Bronwood
Mary Charmliss
el McMath
Armesville
As Ae
Smart Alege
Buena Vista News From July Seeks Rail Bank and Fence Law
Buena Vista Ga July 25 Prof Riverwuter prep for academy opening Sept 1. Senator W B Butt introduces bill to incorporate Buena Vista Train and Savings Bank. Community hosts visitors and notes regional rail road plans to connect Columbus with lumber and turpentine country. A fence vs stock law vote and caveat form part of local legal actions.
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Hoena Viera
Riverwuter Ig
Drudge W. B. Butt
Buena Vista Tain and Savings Bank
Columbus C. Minter
Ameri- Gua
Woloim
Buona
Elgar F. Hinton
J. E. Mathis
Americas
Pine Root Springs
E. T. Mathis
Superior Court
Osaberland Ieland
Pablo Beach
Othae
Thor
Feaaleh
J. Kt. McMichael
Bobley
Atlanta
Gaturdsy
Crawford
Robin Harvey
Americus
G. M
Toywell
Lowe
Columbus
Plains of Dura Weather and Local News Update
Heavy rain last Wednesday night affected sandy lands though crops look generally good. Cotton may be short if rains persist. fodder ripening, pulling soon. Dolph Oliver and Ed Stewart win a twin with cuffy. Prof Lowry and wife return to Dawson. Mr Hugh Speer’s spelling joke about knead and need. G H Williams appointed Chief of district and holds first greet. Singing group forms at Maxelia’s church with Misses Zrhos and Chappell organizing.
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Plains
Dona
Dolph Oliver
Ed Stewart
Cuffy
Prof
Lowry
Dawson
Hugh Speer
G. H. Wiliams
Dstrict
Maxaelia
Sygogs Jaat
Misaen Sdvle
Zrhos
Pansie Chappell
Organiala
Methodist Church
Mignelia Springs
Local Newsy Bits Mention Town Folk and Relatives
The piece notes strong interest in electricity and a shower incident where two trees fell near residents Mr. Alex Chappell and Mr. Coot Reids. Edgar Low, described as a ladies’ man, avoids calling after supper due to his mother’s restriction. Homer Scott of Grilla & Scott plans a short visit to Hudson.
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Alex Chappell
Coot Reids
Edgar Low
Rayahia
Homer Scott
Grilla & Scott
Local notes on education and town affairs from Oglethorpe
In Oglethorpe July 26 the writer urges parents to educate their children with Miss Emmie Hornady as a local teacher. W J Griffin expands into poultry, claiming seventy chicks from one ben. A J Harvey and family travel to Neath Georgia for health. Deacon J S Chance dies near Grangerville from heart disease, leaving a family. Mrs Edge also dies near Coogle villa, survived by a husband and children. A theft at Col W H Willis’s store leads to a pursuit. Ralph Taylor is at large after evading jail, with bondsmen contacted for information.
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Emmie Hornady
W. J. Grifin
Agitla
A. J. Harvey
Georgia
Chance
Grangerville
Edge
Coogle
W. H. Willis
Ralph Taylor
Clarence
Farmers near harvest enjoy peaceful days and praise crops
Webster Enterprise notes farmers near field work end with contentment and ample crops. It recalls Uncle Michael Durham's death and burial at Richland Cemetery, reports fruit crop sales by J P H Mastrell to LeConte Nursery, and describes a Patterson residence entertainment with Cusseta visitors. A Deputy Tax Collector Joe Alern wins 15000 in the Louisiana State Lottery, per the San Francisco Examiner.
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Jovn Alern
Louisiana
Joe
San Francisco
Onl
Dawson Band Receives Tribute From Capt Dillon
Dawson notes Captain W C Dillon gifted twenty dollars to the local cornet band, then left for Alabama and Georgia. The band escorted him to the depot with tunes, while townsfolk misread the moment as a political arrival. The piece also reports local drills, weather, and a string of notices about residents visiting, moving, and social updates.
Bronwood News Briefs and Local Happenings
In Bronwood news, good rains boost corn and cotton prospects, with crops likely to exceed last year’s yields. Uriah Powell begins a new residence on Johnson Street as growth continues, and several neighbors plan fall builds. A Lutherian church meeting concluded warmly, and the Bronwood Social Club scheduled an August 18 entertainment with a planned programme and treats. Married couple Mr. E. B. Weston and Miss Emma Jones received well wishes, while Prof. J.P. McMath and E. J. McMath visited on business. Miss Susie Thomas of Montgomery visited relatives. J. T. Lawhon of Dawson spent time with his mother. The editor’s pretend wedding tale caused light amusement. The Ladies Missionary Society will hold a mass meeting at the Methodist Church next Sunday with an arranged programme. Rev. J. O. Langston is leading a protracted meeting at Enterprise Church. Charlie Chambliss, once Bronwood, visited friends, and Miss Fannie Lawhon visited near Americus.
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Wesstern County
Gaa
Georgia
Ife
Michael Durham
Richland Cemetery
Durham
J.P. P. Uastrell
Smithville
Harrell
J. J. Patterson
Richland
Lena
Aong
Lou Scarborough
Annie Howard
Mittie
Emma Castleberry
James Castleberry
Cussetta
HL Armor
Cusseta
Myre Howard
Columbus
Broxwood
Times
Uriah Powell
Johnson Street
Bronwood
Elmore
Julian
Oglethorpe
Lutherian Church
Bronwood Social Club
E. B. Weston
Emma Jones
Jo. Langston
J.P
E. J. McMath
Prenton
Susie Thomas
Montgomery
J.T. Lawhon
Dawson
L. FP. Lawhorn
Powall
Bronwood Reporter
Ladies Missionary Society
J. O. Langston
Enterprise Church
C. W. Gunnela
Chennubbee
Parstox
J. R. Kidd
J. B. Stapleton
Preston
Savannah
Clebe Jowers
New Orleans
Medical College
Baptist
Methodist
The
Bill Arp
J. H. Stapleton
RicuLano
Enterprise
Paradises
Messia
Scarbrough
Castleberry
Lila
Mary Snellings
T. A. H. Moyer
Shepherd
D. R
Lomus Cutts
Mose Baldwin
John Freeville
Messrs
T, F
W. J. Carter
Florence
T.F. Carter
John J. Patterson
Chattahoochee
Z. T. Parker
Geo. P. Lansford
Lunsford & Parker
Meyer
Mike Durham
Preston News Highlights Local Visitors and Theatre Plan
Parstox Georgia July issue notes Dr J R Kidd and his daughter as visitors to the school exhibition and praises his humor. J B Stapleton offers his hall above his store as a theatre for a planned dramatic club. Local merchants prosper, cotton shipments rise with fair prices to farmers, and public church meetings adjust hours to accommodate both Baptist and Methodist Sunday schools.
RicHLand July 25 Crop Talk and Local Notices
Riclano reports another fine day with good crops and happy farmers. A Sunday School celebration is planned for the second Saturday in August at Enter prise or Paradises, all invited with baskets. Local visits, family news, business updates, and store improvements are noted, including Lunsford & Parker Merchan dise and future store extensions.
Dr E J Eldridge Drug Store Trade Booms
Dr E J Eldridge's Drug Store reports a surge in trade after offering 80 free trial bottles of Dr King's New Discovery for consumption. The product claims to cure coughs colds asthma bronchitis croup and all throat and lung diseases, with a large bottle priced at one dollar.
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E Warran
Fire Destroys Mrs Hemphill Home Amid City News
Classic City Amana Georgia July 26 residents report a midnight fire in the woodhouse spreading to the kitchen and dwelling. Much furniture saved but roof water supply failed. Three colored fire companies depart for Augusta to compete in a tournament. Reports of assaults near East Athens spark police calls. Robt Reaves recovers from a prior shooting. Murray remains missing. A small cyclone damages fences and sheds with no fatalities. Salvation Army continues street parades amid mixed reactions and occasional eggs. Warm weather drives families to the mountains for relief. Athens mayor Hodgson and Prof Morrin join mountain trips. ice factory runs round the clock to meet demand. N E Georgia Fair Society secretary Sylvanus Morris handles exhibit inquiries for a large upcoming fair.
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Amana
East Athena
Escott Brown
Basil Watkins
Mr. Watkins
Watkins
Robt. Reaves
Murray
Glr
Barna
Salvation Army
Sin
A. H. Hodgson
Athens
Iys
Charles Morrin
Virginia
University
Sylvanus Morris
N. E. Georgia Fair Association
LUMPHIN TEMPERED BY STORMS AND SPRINGING PROSPECTS
In Lumpkin on July 25 the heat surged to 102 degrees followed by a heavy afternoon rain and a storm with thunder and lightning across the county. Residents notice improved prospects after years of hardship with a cedar tree struck by lightning at Mrs. Barpum’s home and a reported shooting incident involving Walter Harris and a Black man. Business changes include J L Singer purchasing Capt Harrison’s residence to remodel into a modern cottage and Statham & Beall forming in the W G Statham enterprise. Rumors mention J W Mey possibly partnering with W C Peed to run a general merchandise business as families plan summer departures for cooler climates.
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Lumpkin
Barpum
Walter Harris
J. L. Singer
Capt. Harrison
John
C. M. Beall
W. G. Statham
Statham & Beall
Georgia Watering Places Scene Mixed with News
Georgia notes from Atlanta and nearby towns include Visage of Serenceville succumbing to a watering illness, aged and beloved. Newton Trammell’s death from typhoid, aged around 32 or 33, leaving a wife and young children. Capt. W Heffartiaon returning from Atlanta after a flying trip. the Misses Arnott visiting relatives. J E Singer from Atlanta visiting friends. J D Lockhart of Americus in Lampkin. overall chatter of drummers and social visits.
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Atlanta
Georgia
Serenceville
Newton Trammell
Aince
Capt
W. Heffartiaon
Arnott
Rel Hore
J. E. Singer
Yeaterday
J. D. Lockhart
Americus
Lampkin
A Woman Builds Wealth From Dairy and Independence
A Georgia widow with five children turns to dairy farming after her husband leaves. She expands to a profitable dairy business on fifty acres, producing milk and butter for nearby towns. The venture yields about $1,500 yearly profit and grants her independence, with plans to bring her eldest son into the business.
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Savsnnah News
Georgia
Ian
Thia
Georgis
Brace Up Health Advice From Dr Eldridge Store
Depressed appetite and headaches described as a nervous, run down condition. The note warns against stimulants or bitters like whisky and suggests a purifying tonic to restore liver and kidney function and vitality. Mentions Dr. E J Eldridge as the provider.
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Pmadletae Joniain
Coittors
E. J. Eldridge
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