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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1899
Page
6
The text references a claimed cure for varicoceles and ulcers, praises a doctor’s method, and notes unrelated items about a bank check, a court appearance, and a fire. It cites locations like Atlanta and Savannah, with scattered names and dates, creating a murky collage of medical claims and unrelated events.
Thousands of visitors in Columbus Georgia witnessed a stunning floral parade as decorated vehicles and floats earned top prizes. The Oglethorpe chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution won the most prestigious float prize with $10.43. Judges rewarded Mrs Rhodes Brown Miss Alice Curtis and other participants for artistic displays amid a bustling Columbus street fair.
Tifton's union passenger depot, built for the Plant system, Georgia Southern and Florida, Tifton and North eastern, Tifton, Thomasville and Gulf and Moultrie Terminal railroads, was completed and turned over. It features 600 feet of sheltered platform, an octagonal ticket and telegraph office, two large waiting rooms, lunch counters, baggage and express rooms, and is cited as the handsomest south of Macon. The cost is reported between $7,000 and $38,000.
Savannah dispatch reports Colonel Jordan Brooks receiving a telegram that the New Jersey State Rifle Association executive committee will meet in New York City to address Georgia’s complaint about the Hilton trophy match and alleged fraud in conduct. Further details and witnesses may be called as Georgia press for action. Hawkinsville school prize dispute corrected by local editor and official comments.
Prominent lime manufacturers met in Montgomery and organized a lime trust with M. A. Baldwin as president. The group claims 2,000,000 in capital and has purchased major southern kilns from Virginia to Texas. Headquarters will be in Montgomery. Sperry, Jones & Co. of Baltimore arranged the deal.
Montgomery November 7 General C M Shelly of Birmingham announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for governor. The move displeases other candidates and friends though Shelly is seen as one of the state's ablest and most popular politicians. He chaired the Democratic state executive committee and has directed several successful campaigns. The development is expected to intensify party drama.
Humphrey of this city and Miss Helen Yeatman of Marion will be married at the First Presbyterian church in Marion on Wednesday afternoon. Captain Humes Laughlin to serve as best man. The couple will honeymoon in Louisville Cincinnati and Indianapolis.
Captain Cassius Quilite and George A. Smith report the Ocmulgee River in good condition with a three foot channel feasible. dredges already at Hawkinsville, expected to Macon by March or April, enabling boats between Macon and Brunswick and lower freight rates. Fire outbreaks in Macon last 24 hours. four alarms, includingTybee shanties, Ash and Jackson, East Macon, and Dr Gewin ner residence. crews extinguished all. Court actions include divorce case J A Toole vs Lilian Toole and Wimberly vs Wimberly. Edward C Horne dies at South Macon. funeral set for tomorrow. County commissioners hold semi monthly meeting with routine business.
The largest cotton sale in Macon for months fetched about 1,716 bales at roughly 7.5 cents a pound, netting over $60,000 as B B Ford and Co. represented buyers. The report notes Macon as a strong market for exporters despite freight car shortages harming local dealers. A separate case reports the Powell murder arrests, with Richard Bell and Will Canary in custody and a forthcoming hearing. The Macon public building's sale is anticipated if debts remain unpaid, as stockholders rallied to discuss funds.
The Moultrie Terminal Company's line from Tifton connected with union depot lines at 3 p.m. today, creating the first link between south Georgia's twin cities. Freight cars are moving to Moultrie via the new route, with saw mills and turpentine farms already signaling rapid growth and timber lands reaching to the sea through Pinopolis and the Colquitt county operations.
Savannah clerks warn that a proposed naval stores combine will consolidate control, reduce wholesale stores and lay off workers. Industry figures cite Barber and Garnett as key interests while some buyers doubt the deal but prefer competition, signaling an early consummation.
Dawsonville Ga November 7 Ward Bryson living near the town was out hunting when he set his breechloader down. While lifting it the hammer struck and discharged a full load into his left arm near the shoulder. Physicians amputated the arm yesterday.
An advertisement touts Dr Dix Tonic Tablets as a cure for rheumatism promising immediate joint and nerve relief. It invites readers to request a free trial, notes mailing details from Hayes & Coon Detroit, and cites a customer who prepaid for multiple boxes and endorsed the product.
Brunswick Ga in late November hosts a major Southeastern fair featuring one of the finest race tracks in the country, yacht races, baseball, and daily amusements. General Manager Tobias Newman reports ample entries, enclosed grounds, a grandstand under construction, and a large cash prize fund. The event promises the biggest show yet with extensive private funding and a full roster of organizers and volunteers across multiple county groups.
News from Brunswick Georgia reports the Lamb bill passed the house by ninety seven to zero. It relieves the estate and bondsmen of late Glynn County Treasurer John P Lamb, whose funds were deposited in banks under flawed authority. The bill aims to protect his widow’s property and was urged by Representative Emanuel.
In Glynn County residents hope for unopposed passage as the estate of the late Mr Lamb moves toward settlement. Bondsmen and the widow face uncertainty, but the community trusted the man’s integrity and seeks a smooth resolution.
Brunswick GA November 7 Special Bruns wick raised her quarantine today against all infected places and inspectors have been called in. The quarantine was raised by Mayor D D Atkinson citing reduced danger from afflicted communities and no health risk to the city from entrants. Inspectors Brantley Taylor and Parnel conducted the enforcement and deserve credit for the unusually good health through the summer season.
The fifth annual session of the South Georgia and Florida Adventist church conference convenes in Brunswick, Georgia, on Wednesday at 10 o clock A M and continues through Saturday. Delegates from area churches will attend. two daily sittings with sermons by visiting elders. nightly protracted meetings. the public invited to hear Advent doctrines. Elder J King of Brunswick resigns to return to Wilmington, North Carolina, with Decembr plan, and a successor will be chosen.
Canton Ga November 7 Canton has a new city marshal and Georgia has a new United States deputy marshal W B Puckett who resigned to take the US post with headquarters here Puckett had been city marshal for years Pat Butterworth will serve the unexpired term Barton Hughes firm changes noted Also church pastors are shifting Rev S R Anderson resigns from Canton Hickory Flat and Lebanon likely moving to Catoosa county Rev A S Vaughan to resume Canton Baptist pastorate after leaving Nacogdoches Tex
Canton rejoices over Rev. Vaughan's return prospects as Rev. J. N. Snow plans to attend the annual conference, possibly affecting his Canton assignment. E A Fincher & Co sell their Walesca general store to W 4 Bearden and retire from mercantile work to focus on a cotton mill project and farming. Canton cotton mill promoters ready for early construction with a goal of a $100,000 plant to be in operation next year.
Thomaston Ga November 7 Special. Information arrived that the body of a negro man lies on the Potato creek bridge at Del rey six miles north of Thomaston. The dead man is John Banks killed by John Traylor in a night duel over a dispute. Traylor fled and is at large as a sheriff’s posse pursues him.
Nath Houlleman a prominent farmer from eight miles southwest of Thomaston drove off a creek bridge last night while returning home. His body was found by his mother while fishing this morning. The mule and buggy were also found drowned.
Thieves burglarized the Gassaert and Patterson store in Williamson Georgia last night, stealing about 150 dollars worth of goods. Entry was gained by boring through the floor, and authorities note a possible organized burglary ring active in the area with multiple similar entries.
The Aragon Hotel advertises its palatial appointments and unexcelled service with recent additions and remodeling. Manager Geo W. Collier notes the hotel is an ideal home for tourists, offering reasonable rates and refined accommodations.
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