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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1909
Page
3
The tale announces a sweeping sale of L C Toole’s entire 32000 stock of men’s and youth clothing in Bainbridge. Bargains claim half to two thirds off, with crowded stores, limited time, and rapid stock melting away as early selections praise vast savings.
A historic sale notice warns against any price increases including even a single cent. The language emphasizes strict adherence to fixed amounts and forbids adjustments during the transaction.
The Barnsniper Telephone Co urges public participation in a new directory. Submissions should be sent promptly, and subscribers in arrears by February 16 will be omitted. Managers praise past success and promise improved service and cooperation with the public.
The Cotton Journal urges farmers to diversify into hay grain chickens eggs and pigs to be self sufficient and withstand market swings. It condemns sole cotton reliance amid debts while praising independent farmers who build corn cribs hay stacks and gardens. Nearby a fatal shooting occurs at the Stevens farm four miles north of Donalsonville as a black worker kills Jesse Stevens and menaces his brother before being stopped. authorities deem it justifiable with motives tied to labor disputes and contract labor.
Walter Lassiter and Miss Mary Joiner, both of Edison, wed at the bride’s parents home in Edison Georgia on Sunday afternoon. The groom is son of Eric Lassiter of this city. They will spend a few days with the parents at the zoo before returning to Edison to begin life in the hardware business.
Local matters report judges Harrell handling civil and criminal dockets with Friday likely update. Busy Bee Club invites all to a Valentine Party at 3 PM February 18 at the Episcopal Rectory selling candies and novelties. Townspeople mention visits by out of towners and a motorboat trip to Dead Lakes for sport and hunting near Florida.
The Democrat notes Mr C. M. Birford and his wife and two children have moved back to the county to make it their home. They reside at the erly estate plantation with five thousand acres of Norfolk tobacco land, highlighted as high quality Stton farm land. The piece praises the Birford family lineage and prospects for local heritage.
The Bainbridge electric plant earned a net profit of 2320.76 for the year with income of 20485.55 and operating expenses of 18160.79. The piece argues municipal ownership of electric, water, and other utilities should be self sustaining and profitable for taxpayers.
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