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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1901
Page
2
A permanent position with fair pay awaits the right man who understands operating presses and gasoline engines. Apply with unquestioned endorsements to J M Browner at The Democrat Bainbridge GA.
A collection of editorials and notices touches on moral cautions against alcohol, civic figures in Georgia politics, future travel visions, and social reforms. It mentions the Soldiers Home in Atlanta opening with a banquet on January 19, nominating potential governors, Hoke Smith'sChicago speech, and hats in church as a growing reform.
The article notes Russian influence as more educational than martial at West Point while commenting on current political issues. It mentions cotton prices, senatorial re-elections, and the lynching discourse, then shifts to Congress and public notices about the Soldier's Home in Atlanta. It cites the Emperor of China’s acceptance of a joint note and U.S. Democratic Party tensions ahead of 1904.
A Blakely News editorial criticizes the idea that a dispensary makes the community solely responsible for whiskey sales while a licensed saloon shifts liability away. The writer argues the entire community shares responsibility for licensing, not just for running a dispensary. The exchange reflects a broader call for sensible governance.
The Atlanta News reports political rumors that Congressman Griggs may face a challenger in 1902. Friends of E L Wight of Dougherty say he will run, having long been active in south Georgia politics. An additional mention hints at possible candidates from the district convention.
A reflective editorial questions society's handling of violence during the holiday season. The author warns against treating Christmas as a license for disorder and urges greater attention to safety and prevention.
Declarations from David W. James and others dated January 7 1901 seek incorporation as Bainbridge State Bank in Bainbridge Decatur County Georgia under the 1892 act. Capital stated at 50090 dollars with 25000 paid and 850 dollars filing fee enclosed. Notary Sworn to by incorporators before 1901 official.
State of Georgia confirms the Bainbridge State Bank of Bainbridge Ga has a true copy of its charter application on file in the Secretary of State office. The certification is dated January 8 1901 and signed by Secretary Parrie Cook with the state seal affixed in Atlanta.
Guardian Wm E Smith announces a public sale before the Decatur County courthouse on the first Tuesday in February 1901. The property totals 500 acres across multiple lots and parts of lots in the 22nd district, sold in trust for L A Smallwood and heirs for education maintenance and ward support. Cash terms.
Public sale announced for first Tuesday in February by order of the Court of Ordinary. Timber on lots 235 and 234 each with 250 acres and 150 on lot 233 plus west half of lot 209 in the 14th district. Auction held at courthouse, cash to highest bidder. Attorney noted as J. Donalson. Authorized by LT Coyington administrator and Joe Brunson estate.
Georgia Decatur County M E O Neal County Administrator has applied for permanent letters of administration on the estate of T B Brooks late of Orange New York who left a large unrepresented estate in Decatur County creditors and next of kin are ordered to appear within the legal time to show cause why administration should not be granted. Witness my hand this January 8 1901. T B Maxwell Ordinary.
The soothing remedy is praised for pleasant taste fast relief and permanent cures. It is favored by mothers for colds croup and whooping cough and contains no opium or harmful drug. Available for sale by R L Hicks.
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