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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1889
Page
4
A collage of old advertisements for dyspepsia cures, tonics, creams, and cough syrups. Prominent names include Acker and Zacharias, with claims of safe formulas, pain relief, and universal cures. Mentions Bainbridge and Hardinsburg, plus dates such as 1889 and 1888.
An old warning urges caution against counterfeit remedies for lung diseases and colds. It stresses seeking genuine treatments and warns that some tout fake cures for profit, advising readers to avoid unverified products and dubious claims.
An article from American Farmer argues that buyers should pay cash or on delivery to avoid credit costs. It warns that credit raises prices, hides losses from dishonest debt, and erodes thrift, urging lump-sum borrowing and delayed purchases.
The piece critiques a Philadelphia Inquirer claim misreporting Southern demographics and a proposed $50 million removal fund for Black Southerners. It notes Southern Black population estimates, Cotton as king, delegates to the Forestry Congress in Philadelphia, Ohioans visiting Georgia in October, and a newspaper subscription offer combining The Georgia Farmers' Alliance Advocate.
By order of Mayor Maston, Bainbridge voters will decide on October Wednesday whether to authorize a tax levy to support public schools. The notice cites the 1879 act and directs the municipal corporation to hold the election at the usual time and place.
Mobley has applied for exemption of personal property and setting and valuation of Hi tead and the property at two o'clock pm on the 2nd day of September 1889 at my office. C J Musnerlx.
Fragmentary text indicates a special notice regarding payment due to a beneficiary for a deceased husband, with dates and references to state handling at the time of death. The readable lines mention a claim, a cancelled water related matter, and stock certificates in a convoluted phrasing.
Notice issued by the board of directors of the 4 T and I Co. states that the railway has fulfilled contractual conditions with subscribers and that the line extends beyond the Chattahoochee River into Alabama. The document is signed by the company president W WeeLfoLex and authorities.
Public notices detail a sheriff sale in Decatur County Georgia listing multiple land lots for Joseph Frawick to satisfy a county court claim. Separately a bridge project bid will be let before the Bainbridge court house door on the first Monday in September with plans for a 100 foot span and timber and iron framing, subject to board approval and inspection.
Personal testimony from Mr. N. H. Frohlichsteim of Mobile Als praising D s New Discovery for Consumption for bronchitis and catarrh with instant relief and cure. Alsoendorses Electric Bitters Dr Kings New Life and other remedies. numerous testimonials claim cures and benefits for liver kidney and blood ailments. Shilohs cures and Catarrh remedies advertised with guarantees and prices. notices claim Be ggs Blood Purifier repairs skin and health.
A newspaper item touts Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption with testimonial quotes from Jesse Middlewart of Decetur Ohio and others. It also mentions political endorsements and Electric Bitters promoted by local druggists with prices listed.
The sheriff announces the resignation tendered by his deputy and states it has been accepted. The note specifies the date as the thirtieth day of the month in 1889 and references the Georgia locale.
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