14 Nov 1907
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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1907
Page
1
A tangled OCR fragment covers political and social snippets across multiple locales. It mentions Cooper Griggs in Apalachi, immigrant labor, Tennessee primary law, and varied partisan shifts. References to prohibition, economic strain, and international phrases surface without a clear narrative or dated events.
In local clippings from The Albany Herald Tifton Gaz and Norman Park Press readers are urged to send Anderson Roddenberg to Congress. The fragments note support for his manhood and imply a cautious stance toward Uncle Jeems amid a shifting political mood in the Second District.
The Thomasville Press notes the final joint debate in the courthouse tomorrow before Congressman Griggs leaves for Washington. It argues the event reveals the contrast in competency between Griggs and Roddenberg, showing Roddenberg as the stronger speaker and better candidate.
The Cairo Messenger shifts stance to back Judge Roddenbery for Congress praising his honesty and service and stating Grady County will offer loyal, possibly unanimous, backing. The letter notes his close ties to Grady and his life among the people.
The Thomasville Press reports Roddenbery poised to win the next congressman seat as Griggs supporters push in several counties. The Savannah Press notes Roddenbery’s shifting stance and salary promises while critics call him a price congressman. Albany Herald indicates a district wary of political pivots amid broad accusations.
An observer alleges Mr. Griggs plans to flood voters with extra newspaper copies to aid his re election bid. The critic claims Griggs finances the postage and exploits press reach to sway public sentiment beyond his constituency.
The Sun Brothers announce a large Bainbridge carnival for November 25 featuring expanded programs, a mammoth zoological department, a 20 member concert band with four soloists, and free 11:30 a.m. outdoor attractions including aerial thrills, comedy acts, band concerts, and daylight fireworks. Public invited to view exhibitions and attend performances.
The forecast describes a pattern of cloudy mild periods from the 16th to the 27th with storms forming over the Missouri valley and moving east, interspersed by rain and pleasant spells. It notes warm periods called Indian summer and cold spells called Squaw winter.
Retailers seek guidance on the National Pure Food Law for groceries and drugs received before January 1, 1907. Exemption applies to items received prior to that date, but inspectors require proof via invoices or stamps confirming arrival before 1907.
The piece argues that newspapers reach 5000 readers per 1000 subscribers and handbills extend reach to 300 to 400 readers. It notes women and girls, plus many men and boys, read ads, while store ads inform buyers about goods, availability, and value, making advertising profitable across a wide area.
A New York daily reports a home made kidney remedy claimed to relieve many kidney troubles before Brivhv disease. The mixture uses Fluid Extract Dandelion one half ounce Compound Karyon one ounce Compound Syrup Sar sacarilla three ounces and is taken after meals and at bedtime. The note urges shaking well and cites a well known town druggist as authority that ingredients are harmless. It claims to heal the kidney and urinary tract and even rheumatism by filtering toxins from blood.
The 1908 proclamation sets aside Thursday November 28 as a general day of Thanksgiving and prayer. Roosevelt urges nationwide reflection on blessings, virtue, and duty, calling on citizens to rest from work and thank God for prosperity and the nation’s democratic ideals.
Dr. Wiley, chief chemist in Washington, reports many complaints about national soft drinks. Cocoa mixtures with caffeine are described as vigorous stimulants that may be poisonous. Tests target several leading drinks including a wine of coop and calisaya concoction linked to insanity. Authorities will select men for testing.
In Washington D C Mildred Keller describes catarrh relief after using Peruna. She claims the tonic built up her constitution boosted appetite and left her well, noting the product helped when other treatments failed. The paper cites many similar testimonials on file.
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