08 Aug 1907
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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1907
Page
1
Editorials from several Georgia papers weigh prohibition, predicting dry campaigns, calls to refrain from whiskey, and political moves as counties move toward statewide bans. Mentions of figures like Griggs and Roddenberry and local polling hint at a tense, evolving stance on temperance.
A newly passed Georgia law tightens liquor control from January, banning general sale and mandating doctors prescribe pure alcohol for medicinal use. It outlines prescription form, record keeping, and public access, with penalties for violators including physicians and druggists and allowances for wholesale druggists.
An editorial urges total abstinence as the proper follow up after state prohibition passes. It argues for preaching abstinence, forming clubs, and targeting both manufacture and consumption, noting Georgia has moved to curb production and advocating immediate moral effort nationwide. The piece questions politicians and cites Sunny Jim’s conversion as a prompt.
The state senate approves a new nine paragraph section amending the constitution to regulate elector qualifications. It sets voter registration rules for US citizens 21 and older, outlines residency and tax payment requirements, and lists classes allowed or restricted from voting. It also creates rosters, outlines appeals process, and conditions for primary participation, with sunset dates for certain provisions.
Blair Missouri merchant C G Hys endorses Bucks Leu Arnica Salve as the quickest and surest healing salve for sores burns wounds and piles. He guarantees its effectiveness and says all druggists carry it.
North Carolina legislator W. G. Hunter endorses Peruna as the greatest family medicine, claiming it invigorates mind and body and wards off colds and catarrh. Letters from users in Fall River Massachusetts and West Berlin Vermont recount cures and quick relief, praising Peruna for treating cold, indigestion, and throat issues.
Ex NC legislator Wm G Hunter in Washington recounts Peruna as the greatest family medicine, driving out colds and warding off catarrh, while G W Taylor of Clendenin WV calls Peruna and Manalin life saving for eye pain. Such testimonials bolster Peruna's public esteem.
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