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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1908
Page
3
A collection of local notes and political commentary from Savannah readers. Mentions stork births, Sunday school events, and district chatter. Discusses Georgia politics, Hoke Smith, Prohibition, elections, and public opinion with references to the Grand Opera House and Savannah Press.
The Atlanta Birmingham and Als Kitiy Nailread 1908 calendar is the most issued in the Southeast, with heavy demand prompting a second edition. A copy can be secured by sending ten cents in stamps to H Leaky, General Passenger Agent, Atlanta, Ga.
Reuben J. Rooney, 48, carpenter and U S soldier veteran of the Spanish American War, ex sergeant of Company G Third Georgia Regiment of Im munes, and Auburn State University alumnus, died of typhoid dysentery at his boarding house after a year on the Panama Canal. He is mourned by friends in this city who saw him buried Sunday morning with Dr. Fogar lie of the Presbyterian church conducting the services.
A Leat Tobacco Packing House, begun two seasons ago, plans a major inauguration before the next packing season on College Hill near the G F A Ry track. Local Bainbridge capitalists back the project, promising a modern facility, new payrolls, and a thriving tobacco market to boost the town’s commercial standing and tax base.
Tybee Island near Savannah prepares a lively season with new attractions. The coast resort, famed for ocean breezes and artesian water, will resemble a small Coney Island with various installations inviting visitors for days or weeks.
The piece notes that modern newspapers rely on advertisements for attractive reading material. It states ads are well presented, widely read, and convey current information. Trading with advertisers signals up to date, progressive merchants and good business practices.
A simple menu item describes a dessert using English walnut meats figs and JELL O. Dissolve JELL O in boiling water then stir in nuts and allow mixture to soften. Serve with whipped cream. Walnuts figs and JELL O can be bought at any grocery for an economical large family dessert.
A brief call to register for state and national elections. Registration books close twenty days before June 4, with no prior registration qualifying a voter. To vote, register by May 14.
Under the Civic League, Mrs T E Gurr president, hosts an old fashioned lawn party Friday night from 8 to 11 at Shingler park opposite the Wainman hotel. A salad course and refreshments, Bainbridge band music, and social pleasures for 25 cents will fund seating and beautification of the central pleasure park. Turn out and contribute.
A Saturday tornado spree in Louisiana Mississippi Alabama and Georgia caused hundreds of deaths and thousands wounded with millions of dollars in damage. A line of cyclones struck Georgia towns including Rome Cave Springs Cedartown Columbus Atlanta Griffin Macon and Grantville with electrical origin and narrow paths followed by heavy rainfall.
A heavy storm struck Mariana Florida early Monday around 2 o'clock causing major damage to homes and shade trees. It killed about 30 Jersey cows confined in a barn that blew down. No fatalities reported at last accounts. The same storm is believed to have affected Bainbridge at 4 o'clock a.m.
As warm weather arrives the community with a large population must exercise utmost sanitary diligence. The city government bears responsibility for an efficient scavenger service to maintain public health.
An old time circular ad offers metal jelly moulds free with Jelie Dessert purchases. Moulds are stated as hard to find outside large cities. Advertisement promises a circular explaining patterns and notes Jelio sells at 10e per package.
The Dixie Steam Laundry Reader notes Bainbridge running a modern steam laundry with up-to-date methods. Daily washing ironing and cleaning volumes are highlighted, inviting readers to inspect the operation and learn how a laundry works.
The Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic Railroad promotes a booklet titled Seashore and Mountain showing seashore and mountain resorts along its line with a up to date map. Free copies available on application to W. H. Leahy, general passenger agent, Atlanta Ga.
The Democrat extends a cordial greeting to the Governor during his visit to the City of Oaks and Decour county. The speaker praises the Governor as the loyal champion of the 1906 platform and 1908 campaign, urging continued support and noting anticipated votes on the 4th of Jane.
Washington April 27. The Yeates case from Decatur County Georgia was argued before the Supreme Court. Yeates was convicted of manslaughter first and later received a life sentence for murder. he contends double jeopardy since he already faced manslaughter. John R Cooper argued for Yeates. John C Hart for the state. Final ruling awaited.
Nine years ago I thought my time had come. Mill Creek Indiana man C Farthing says Electric Bitters gave him strength when life hung by a thread. He credits the drug with saving him from being “stuck” and reports he has remained well. Sold under guarantee at drag stores for 50 cents.
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