Savannah Florida & Western Railroad item
Brief item mentions Waycross Short Line and Savannah, Florida and Western Railway in terse railroad notes.
02 Feb 1888
Page 1
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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1888
Page
1
Brief item mentions Waycross Short Line and Savannah, Florida and Western Railway in terse railroad notes.
Bainbridge is described as the county seat of Decatur County Georgia at the Flint River. It highlights a mild climate, artesian waters praised for curing ailments, a water works project, oak shaded streets, a Court House, hotel, six churches, a weekly newspaper and multiple industries. The article extols cheap land, abundant crops, and fishing and hunting opportunities, inviting immigrants and traders to settle with a cordial welcome from The Democrat.
A fragmentary notice from Faceville Georgia references a money amount and a person or entity initials A T L Haxp M D. The readable text is incomplete but indicates a financial action or claim with local official involvement. Further details are not available in the readable portion.
A fragmentary ad notes blacksmith services at Bruton & Hines Livery Stables with vices and shoeing, plus a worm remedy from Dr Z H Broome. It promotes Bruton & Hines and Rock Pond Decatur County Ga, offering a bottle of Broome’s Worm Specific for 1 cent.
A long tale recalls a wealthy southern youth who sank into drink and visions of snakes, a red captain, and a burning room. He survives, reforms, teaches, and warns his pupils of that nightmarish trial, then politics shift to tariff and district strategy in the second district.
Ex Governor Furnas of Nebraska argues in Rural New Yorker for reviving old, productive peach strains to boost supply. He notes past winters scorched trees, but with improved transportation and selection we can ship peaches widely, creating a large, efficient regional industry and prioritizing economy over profit.
The East Wilkes Farmers' club endorsed the president's reform program and opposed Senator Brown's tariff repeal, pledging support for any candidate in line with these resolutions. The piece portrays Democratic sentiment in Georgia, criticizes tariffs, and highlights Daniel Dougherty's rise, noting his move to New York and his public-speaking talent. A note concludes with potential for poor boys and a Mexican girl set to appear as a bull fighter.
A rousing appeal urges young men to marry if they can afford a home. It argues that work and fair wages support married life, and that a wife’s care boosts farm profits, noting women’s influence on butter quality and market success. The piece ends urging subscription to The Democrass.
The passage argues nobly remembered deeds trump noble birth and notes that many claim firm principles yet cling to prejudice. It urges managing thoughts as if at life’s end, links virtue to labor, and warns that honest action follows prudent company. It promotes faith in right making might and doing duty.
A reflection on the home as a source of success and peace, stating a happy home lights the life of its inhabitants and boosts national virtue, while a troubled home shadows a nation with misery. It lauds love, order, and goodness in marriage as essential to resilience and societal wellbeing.
The piece lists reasons people fail to reach success: fear, timidity, cowardice, imprudence, overestimation, lack of perseverance, improper application, wasteful habits, and insufficient education. It argues good character and practical education are essential to mastery and advancement.
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