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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1888
Page
3
The Democrat highlights farm reports on frost, crops, and clothing stores, plus notices of local business and officials. It details a rabies outbreak with several dogs killed or quarantined near the academy and mentions advertisements for merchants and services in Savannah and nearby towns.
A local debate centers on whether Bainbridge should reduce the $375.00 annual liquor license. Proponents defend the current rate as fair, while a reduced fee faces opposition as a potential tax burden on real estate owners and workers. The piece also notes community views on prohibition and police protection amid a dry surrounding counties context.
Major Terrell died Thursday night and was buried Friday evening at Oak Grove Cemetery. Rev. T. A. White preached a powerful funeral at the grave, praising the deceased as a noble Christian, generous and amiable. The community mourns a respected citizen whose life stood as a personal sermon of faith and charity. Green Shade movement led by George Wight gains momentum, with Parson Crumpler's withdrawal aiding efforts as plans for a Tabernacle and a large May Sunday School event advance. The Democrat urges continued public input and local involvement to keep Decatur County informed.
A new saw mill by Messrs Dezell near the old Flint River Mill at the Railroad Wharf has completed construction and will begin operations once log-hoisting gear arrives. The powered mill can cut 15000 to 20000 feet per day and seeks local patronage to ensure success in St. This Holy Week also marks Palm Sunday through Easter with services at St. John's Chapel led by Rev. Martin.
A reader from Whigham shares notes on village life including busy dry goods stores, cheerful farmers, and few social events. He mentions local churches, a school led by Mr. Stott, visiting relatives, and several townspeople such as T. J. Mills, C. H. Martin, R. M. Bower, Miss Rachie Donalson, and Prof. Lang with Kedar Wizht visiting from Cairo.
W B McDaniel, organizer for the Farmer's Alliance in Faceville Georgia, reports new Alliances formed in Decatur County. Hopewell Alliance in Lingen lists officers led by President William Mitchell and seventeen charter members. Garden Hill Alliance in Faceville lists officers led by President W B McDaniel with thirty charter members.
The Mehtahed Superior Court in Camilla Georgia adjourned midweek after a heavy Civil Docket. Jeff Crosby was found guilty of attempting to steal a horse and Frank Akerage was convicted of assault and battery. A grand jury praised Judge Bower and Solicitor Spence and urged building a new county courthouse. Local notices report a fire investigation and varied town anecdotes, with oblique references to a recent death and community tea.
The notice invites customers to visit and inspect stock at a men’s furnishings shop. It promises quality goods and assures visitors will leave pleased and satisfied with their selection.
When you buy Hosiery from us we warrant the colors and material perfect and guarantee the prices to be the lowest with an assortment to select from which is wonderful to behold.
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