28 May 1885
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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1885
Page
1
Medical claim filled advertisement extolling Watsons Balsam as a superior topical remedy for burns piles fistula and other inflammations. It quotes testimonials from Dr J A Butts Bainbridge and others praising safety efficacy and long usage. Includes train timetable segments unrelated to the product and notices.
In a column of dated observations the piece reflects on Prohibition gains in Troup County Georgia, debates over civil service reform, reactions to divorce discussions in the Southern Baptist Convention, postmaster rate changes, and a troubling Florida Georgia tragedy. It also covers a Madison Times report of a church fight and state legislative plans for taxation reform and a juvenile reformatory.
A Charleston era tale about General Alpheus Baker and his slave Paris at Island No 10 in the Mississippi River. Paris defies danger to reunite with his master after the capture, tears and a heartfelt embrace marking enduring affection and loyalty.
Private Secretary Lamont remains at his desk as heavy executive mail slows two clerks. Most letters never reach the President. worthless or routine notes are filed or discarded. A few receive department replies, others are acknowledged but seldom answered. The column notes reader letters and local chatter about spelling and economy.
Savannah editorial urges the President to deny patronage to relatives and treat offices as public distributees for the nation's benefit. It argues a firm stance against nepotism, contrasts with past Republican presidents, and emphasizes Congress should mirror the example for the voters' good.
The Atlanta Constitution notes New York businessmen drink heavily and smoke constantly, creating a race of pigmies. It contrasts the small statured men with robust, sober women and predicts a next generation pale and delicate if current excess continues.
A Western Democrat Congressman reports three days of confinement and optimism for sweeping federal reforms. He cites Attorney General Garland in harmony with Democratic demands and a broad interpretation of post office partisan rules.
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