21 Jan 1892
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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1892
Page
1
A fragmented column mixes fables on human nature with statistics on lynchings and executions in the United States. It cites Chicago Tribune data and lists regional totals by state, noting racial breakdowns and the geographic spread of the violence while concluding that law must be reformed.
Ledger of CG L Harrell city treasurer records various payments to individuals and firms for taxes fines licenses and services in 1889 1890 1891. Entries include gen tax payments street taxes fines and rent with multiple names such as Harrell Campbell Hawes Warren and Dickey among others.
Bainbridge described as county seat of Decatur with 2500 square miles and rich soil. It notes artesian wells, free water works, a new academy, and diverse industries including a saw mill, carriage factory, cigar and ice plants. The piece touts climate, health benefits, river access, and invitation to immigrants, with local amenities and prospects for growth.
Multiple Georgia notices from Decatur and Miller counties include administrations and dismissions with dates set for February first. Court sales list property transfers on the first Tuesday in February, detailing land lots, mills, engines, and fixtures with mortgage and debt details and county locations.
A transcription of Jeffersonian beliefs enumerates limits on government and power, civic freedoms, and fiscal restraint. It asserts church state separation, states rights, a union as confederation, limited powers, civil supremacy over military, and open public scrutiny of government. It calls for universal suffrage, moderate salaries, and no monoples or hereditary offices. The piece argues the Treasury requires thorough investigation and a Democratic Congress must fulfill its duty.
Describes a court sale of 119 acres across multiple land lots in Decatur County Georgia tied to E F Dollar and P D Moore. The sale is to satisfy court judgments from high and county courts. Notices dated December 30, 1811 and 1891 list the levies and property under sheriff L F Patterson.
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