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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1900
Page
3
The Grenada Drug Company unveiled a renovated Broad and Broughton street store with a $1,700 marble soda fountain, mahogany counters, palm displays, and a music box. The event drew a large crowd and showcased the shop's refined interior and gracious staff.
Report from Fin dashes last week describe a yellow fever outbreak with one death and two prostrations. Authorities have enacted strict quarantine measures and local health officials coordinate patrols and surveillance to curb spread.
At Acad emy Avenue Bainbridge a quiet wedding joined Miss May Swindell and Mr T D Deegan of Winnipeg Canada. Rev Father Schlanky officiated. Miss Swindell, Canadian native long resident here, leaves a devout Catholic circle and Sabbath school workers. The couple plans their Canadian home. The Democrat offers congratulations and best wishes. Paint Your House Oak City Drug Co. sells paints oils varnishes and sundries.
A four room cottage on Evans Street owned by L O Jackson was saved from total ruin after a blaze reached the roof. The Bainbridge fire department fought the flames for minutes, extinguishing all embers while the home sustained interior damage and an insured loss of about 300 dollars. Proclamation imposes strict Tampa quarantine. The yellow fever alert prompts city officials to post a precautionary isolation order. A July birthday party for Ruth Hines ends with cake, candy, and games at the Hines residence.
A Miller County community event drew visitors from Decatur, Baker, Calhoun and Early counties. Speakers included State School Commissioner Glenn and John E. Donalson of Decatur who framed imperialism as the central issue, attacking Republican prosperity and McKinley. A grand meal followed, with ample dishes and a festive scene under oaks. The piece notes good order, Georgia Pines train service, and local notices about water mains taps in Bainbridge.
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