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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1889
Page
3
In Bainbridge this week Court sessions continued with notes on local improvements. Residents discuss a proposed Columbus to Bainbridge railroad and the Alabama Midland’s expansion, while market items show demand for cattle, milk, and farm supplies. Community updates include social events, church activities, a forthcoming opera in Quincy, and plans for canning, mills, and a new water tank.
In West Sidr crops need rain yet planting is done as cotton chopping excites growers. Labor is scarce with women in the fields while men work on railroads and t ime farms. Cool winds slow cotton, corn and oats look promising, gardens and fruit prospects bright. A wild horse capture near the river junction noted. Also advice columns urge discretion, self control and keeping troubles private. Obituary recalls Mrs. J Piercepont dying in Winter Haven after long illness. she served Baptist church and Sabbath School. family expresses sympathy.
A pistol fired by mistake at Wilk's store last Monday evening drew a large crowd, with many asking if the victim was dead. The shot was fired by Mr. Helton, causing no injuries. Marshal Smart announces disinfectants like lime are available at the usual place 3 to 6 p.m. on Mon, Wed, and Fri. Heads of families should collect and use them. County School Commissioner C. J. Munnerzyx schedules white teachers to be examined on May 30 and colored teachers on May 31, 1889.
DE H. D. WILSON requests tax Democrat state he will depart for South Carolina by May 15 and be absent until fall. All dental patients urged to note the notice and plan accordingly. JIPRING MILLINERY Mrs M J Reynolds invites ladies to inspect her new millinery line with stylish novelties and embroidery silk at one cent per spool.
Public notice says Bain bride Graded School term began Monday February 20. All children who wish to attend may do so. E R Peatopy serves as secretary and treasurer of the board trustees.
Dr H D Wilson located above Ehr lich Co offers first class dental work and invites the public to visit for service and care by a local practitioner.
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