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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1896
Page
2
The passage asserts there is no free coinage country not on a silver basis, no claimed standard country that does not need silver money with gold, and no silver standard country that uses gold. It also claims no silver standard nation has more per capita circulation than the United States, and that the silver standard nations lack fair pay for labor.
A editorial echoes Grover Cleveland urging unwavering Democratic loyalty and flagging the value of party unity. It defends the party as the correct place to fix mistakes, notes Bryan and tariff debates, and praises Hal Lewis and Georgia delegation leaders while urging Democrats to support the presidential nominee and pursue a strong majority in November. A reader letter “Fair Play” discusses a tax collection settlement involving George D. Griffin and the Comptroller General, urging fair justice in local politics.
Results from yesterday's 2nd District primary show Griggs with a solid majority earning 18 to 20 of 34 district convention votes. Bow er trails with a Decatur count, while counties like Thomas A Colquitt Berrien Worth and Dougherty await final tallies after the first ballot. In Decatur 17 of 21 precincts report Reagan Bells Steam Mill Rock Pond not reporting, giving Bower a 204 vote lead overall amid light countywide turnout.
The Democratic National Convention adjourns as free silver forces win at 16 to 1 and nominate a president. Democrats pledge unity, oppose the Republican foe, and rally behind a program of government reform, white supremacy, and southern institutions, with Bryan cited as the party’s eloquent standard bearer.
An old advertisement touts Eklen's Araica Salve as the best remedy for cuts, bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheum, fever sores, tetter, chapped hands, chilblains, corns, and all skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money refunded, priced at 25 cents per box, sold by B. L. Brace.
A retrospective endorsement of Democratic governance in Georgia praising fiscal recovery, rising credit, and a growing tax base. It credits twenty five years of Democratic leadership with education improvements, industrial growth, and lawful, peaceful citizenship across the state.
The platform has been adopted and nominees named. Democrats are urged to support the party line, reject bolting, and avoid neutrality. Active members must unite to prevail, as the upcoming struggle promises fierce internal wrangling and a risk of Republican rule.
The article praises William Jennings Bryan as the unexpected and worthy nominee for the presidency. It notes his youth, integrity, eloquence, and dedication to public duty, and contrasts him with Garfield. It asserts Bryan’s stance on silver coinage and tariff policy and commends the convention’s choice.
A ratification meeting of Chicago Democratic acts and doings will be held at the Courthouse in Brainbridge next Wednesday July 22. County voters are invited. Decatur’s Hon. J. E. Domnaison, National Convention delegate, will speak in person. Several speeches by leading Democrats aim to boost enthusiasm for the National ticket amid state and local contests.
The platform adds two planks: Congress alone may coin and use money, and Jackson warned against delegating this power to banks. It denounces national bank notes as unconstitutional and calls for all legal tender to be government issued and redeemable in coin. An anti-AP A plank affirms civil and religious liberty and the party’s devotion to constitutional principles.
An old Decatur County citizen writes to Epiror Democrat praising the current Clerk, Sheriff, and Ordinary as faithful, efficient, and vigilant. He claims no need for change, urges the electorate to reelect incumbents in the upcoming primary, and signs with courteous regards to old friends.
For Tax Collector. We present Mr H O Gowan as a candidate for Tax Collector subject to the Democratic Primary on August 15. Gowan is a prominent young Democrat in Abs County, a loyal citizen and capable man, whose election would bring credit and honor to the office.
Under Chairman Westmoreland the club has unified the party and begun active work with growing membership and new auxiliary clubs forming across the county, signaling strong prospects for victory.
A letter argues against slander in politics citing Mr G D Griffin as a re electing lax collector accused of a 3000 debt. It states he has receipts from the Comptroller General and County Board praising his duty and notes a grand jury compliment on insolvent list handling. It explains a 3000 deposit at Bank of Thomasville was for safekeeping and not interest bearing, and asserts Griffin’s 46000 bond ensures public funds safety.
Editor Joan C McLendon counters a circulating false report alleging Parker endorsements are by third party men. She says the claim is malicious and urges fair play, defending Parker as a loyal Democrat with strong past service. Also notes county commissioners docket access via the clerk.
A deadly shooting occurred at a Miller County picnic on the fourth. Bob Cook was killed and J S Long wounded as four men, including G B Adams and Andrew Cook, were implicated. Adams fired three shots, killing Cook, who died within a half hour, after wounding Long. A coroner’s jury ruled Cook’s death a murder by Adams. Adams had not been arrested amid county political turmoil and old grudges linked to the case. The report notes no derision toward Judge Bower’s congressional candidacy.
Crops look well after rains with tobacco cited as thriving and farmers hopeful for good prices. Local social notes mention visits by F D Rainey of Everett City and Minnie Nicholsav, plus Rev W N Ainsworth from Bainbridge delivering sermons. Attapulgus gains a second daily mail, political chatter grows around Col G F Westmoreland’s Senate bid and A Cook’s fence law rumors amid local Democrat coverage.
Prop Seniers notes the quick adjustment of a life and fire policy by National Fraversity insurer after Mr Nussbaum’s death. Thomasen, local accountant, settled the claim for two thousand dollars in sixteen days after proofs of death were submitted, a result seen as creditable and enhancing the company’s reputation.
The next regular examination for Miller county teachers licenses will be held Friday and Saturday, June 21 and 25. Applicants will be tested on the current institute syllabus and Whites School Management, and must have a copy of the syllabus or obtain one from the office. State School Commissioner notes no other exams will be held until next summer. License renewals expiring before July 1897 must take the July examination. Jxc.R. Withiams, C.8, C. MC.
Applicants for Teachers Licenses in Decatur County will be examined on Friday and Saturday July 24th, with questions on this year’s Institute Syllabus from White's School Management. All teachers needing a copy of the Syllabus should call at the office immediately. No exams will be held again until next summer. Teachers whose licenses expire before July 1897 must take the July examination this year. J. B. Bravett, Co. School Commissioner.
At the earnest solicitation of friends, I have consented to open an office in Bainbridge for the treatment of constitutional diseases from blood poison. Rheumatism a specialty. Can be found at the office of Dr. E J. Morgan, from 9 to 11 a.m. and from 4 to 5 p.m., daily. If M.N. Paviert, M. D.
The message announces Mr H U Owan as a Democratic primary candidate for Tax Collector with August 15 primary action. It notes the nomination is subject to the Democratic Primary and references the date.
Agreeable to an order of the Court of Ordinary of Thomas County will be sold at auction at the courthouse door on the first Tuesday in August 1896 within legal hours. The property is a lot in Bainbridge bounded south by Water exrent north by disputed land between Wm Wain and the estate of Lake Wain east by lands of A B Belcher and west by Randall urine col premises containing over 4 quarters of an acre. Masio Fo Surry Administratrix.
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