13 Jul 1899
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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1899
Page
1
The column laments political figures in Georgia and national issues, notes the Philippines conflict costing over a million daily, and mocks sensational headlines. It mentions Bryan, reform debates, and local projects in Savannah Macon and Valdosta while offering social commentary and remote observations.
The Times-Democrat notes improved replies from correspondents on cotton prospects to July 1. Texas sees heavy flood damage and lower acreage, with estimates of 500000 bales shorter than last year. Mississippi Georgia Alabama shows ragged stands while labor shortages and lower fertilizer use worsen the crop outlook.
In New York on July 3 directors filled vacancies at the Plant Investment Company and the Plant System of railroads. Robert G. Erwin of Savannah was elected president of both Plant Investment and the Plant System railways. M F Plant, son of H B Plant, became vice president and took charge of steamship operations. Lynde Harrison and other officers were appointed to senior posts.
The Bainbridge Democrat criticizes Valdosta for not explaining how real estate valuations are set and suggests the low tax rate may be a sham. It asserts Valdosta residents set assessments and claims every property would fetch more than its assessed value if sold.
An old advertisement asserts “6 Bitters” and “3 good Alterative and Tonic” promote liver and kidney health. It claims overall health improves with this remedy, curing pimples and aiding digestion, asserting benefits for stomach and skin. The language imitates 19th century quack medicine rhetoric.
A Contemporary Review piece cites G C Netall claiming microbes from tobacco fermentation create aroma and flavor in tobacco. The article notes bacteria may inhabit tobacco and even influence cabbage, butter, and cheese flavors, alarming growers and anti-tobacco advocates.
Local papers criticize the Georgia legislature for failing to enact a harsh dog tax law. Editors accuse lawmakers of favoritism toward hunting and dog owners, arguing the current body is corrupt and influenced by those who own dogs but pay little in taxes. The Democrat urges pledge to enact a stringent dog tax in the next session.
In 1860 the U S population was 31,000,000 rising to about 73,000,600 by 1899. Government expenditures grew from 63,000,000 to nearly 70,000,000, meaning that as the population multiplied two and a third times in forty years, expenditures rose about eleven times. The excerpt argues that syndicates and trusts run the government and the people will foot the bills.
A Calhoun County Courier contributor argues for arming women and imposing strict laws on concealed weapons to deter rape and lynching. He claims fear will end crime and that courts fail to protect women, urging immediate violence as the only solution and praising lynching as justified.
A Shelby county notice lauds Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption. It recounts Mrs Luther Lutz’s seven year battle with illness and three months of coughing, claiming she slept through the night after two bottles and was cured. Free trial bottles offered at RL Brace’s Drug Store with regular sizes priced at ten cents and one dollar.
A New York Sun discussion on Bible authority and immortality features a June letter by Charles B. Macomber of Ida Grove Iowa arguing that life persists beyond physical death through continual change. The piece links nature’s cycles to enduring immortality and cites classical references before promoting Dr Tichenoy’s Antiseptic product.
A New York preacher Rev Dr Brooks urges the Negro churches to unite and reform. He says if churches arouse in five years there will be no attacks on women or lynchings and that self defense is necessary. He criticizes interdenominational races and calls for respect toward all women.
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