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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1889
Page
3
A collage of items from Bainbridge era life covers market ads for Stegall's Meat Market and Chicago beef, local names and events, a report on the Florida Press Association, and concerns over crime and justice including the Bussey bank theft case and calls for firm prosecution.
Mr Norman Bell remains the efficient agent of the S F and W. A fracas occurred here recently. School began on the 4th with good prospects ahead. Climax shows a boom over the last two months and a fine Sabbath School with preaching by Rev Wallace Yectow Jackst.
The article argues for gradual diversification away from cotton toward tobacco in Georgia and nearby states. It notes tobacco's rising profitability in South Carolina and Florida, with higher prices and expanding acreage, and describes a regional shift toward organizing farmers and forming exchanges to capitalize on the crop while reducing dependence on cotton.
Mobile investors buy the Lotus No 2 passenger steamer for service between Columbus Georgia and Apalachicola Captain Randlette will command and A M Bryant succeeds him on the Aid Bryant known for river skills The Lotus is large strong and ready for passengers and freight overhauling at Apalachicola will finish in about two weeks before first trip to Columbus
In the text February 2 marks Washington's birthday as a legal holiday and harbor day in many states. It mentions workers in towns beautifying streets and sidewalks, and advocates planting trees over ten years to improve the city landscape despite limited initial plantings.
Attapulgus Circuit pastor urges Decatur and nearby counties to build at least fifteen cottages at Greenshade Camp Ground to sustain a full congregation through the meeting. He offers assistance and notes that labor, time, and money will be rewarded in spiritual grants.
A Black resident named Robert Martin near Climax was severely defeated by a white man named Bell last week. The altercation followed allegations that Martin circulated slanderous stories about Bell’s character. If reports are accurate, Martin earned a harsh beating but not as severe as claimed.
The Ruby hauls rock for railroad piers in this city with heavy boiler iron and cement. Drew Roberts delivered 210000 feet of Alabama Midland R R Bridge timbers, praised as best seen. The road will require over 500000 feet more for the Chatta hoochee river bridge. A large share of East River bridge timber originated in Decatur County.
A Farmers Alliance committee expresses sorrow at the death of Hen rietta Butler. The resolution notes her faithful service and higher promise, offers sympathy to her parents and family, and requests publication in the Bainbridge Democrat. A copy is to be furnished to the family and published by order of Farmers Alliance No. 395, Pine Hill, Feb 9, 1889.
A sneak thief raided the small house near the cemetery belonging to contractor Mr T F Joseph, stealing $21000 in silver from Mr Henderson. The thief also took underwear and Joseph's pants and coat but left money in a vest under his head. Authorities pursue the culprit. The Ordinary notes maimed Confederate soldiers may apply for 1887 benefits, urging locals to donate ten cents each to the Comptroller General via county officials.
City officials urged to suppress private artesian hydrants and curb leaks to stop water waste and reduce costs. Reports of a festival killing near Whitham prompt Grand Jury review. Rev J B Griner appeals for Green Shade Camp Ground in August and more cottages. Bainbridge plans a private bank with over 50000 pledged. Blacksmiths and loiterers shift to rock cracking work for the Alabama Midland R R bridge piers at one dollar per yard. Beef cattle hogs and sheep wanted for sale at Stegall's Market Water Street by M C Sreaaty tt Proprietor.
Dr. D. D. Wilson locates his office over H. B. Ehrlich & Co. store and offers first class dental work to the public. Call and see for appointments and service.
Notice from C. J. Mungering County School Commissioner announcing teacher examinations on Tuesday the 29th and Wednesday the 30th, with dates noted January 2, 1889.
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