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Newspaper
Bainbridge Democrat
Location
Bainbridge, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1889
Page
2
The Rcmorrat published in Bainbridge Georgia on October 10, 1889. The issue reflects local news and notices typical of a late 19th century county newspaper.
Editorial notes discuss demand for Legislature adjournment and a critique of paternal government, with quotes from the Whigham Advance. The column praises Fleming DuBignon, cites rail and pig iron price shifts, and notes Jefferson Davis and a Mississippi steamboat explosion. It also highlights Waycross growth, schools, and civic projects, and recalls a Fourth Georgia Cavalry reunion.
Major Glessner of the Central Railroad will lead a party of Ohio farmers and businessmen to Georgia soon to visit the Georgia State Fair and the Piedmont Exposition. The editors praise Georgia hospitality, urge Central Railroad support, and hope for future exchanges with Ohio to boost Southwest Georgia towns like Americus Albany Thomasville and Bainbridge.
A county Farmers Alliance minutes extract from Sept 28 1889 urges Georgia legislators to pass the Olive Bill to curb railroad consolidation. It credits senators and representatives for opposing a railroad monopoly and requests publication to Atlanta Journal Southern Alliance Bainbridge Democrat.
The Macon Telegraph urges Georgia blacks to avoid professional Negroes seeking to profit from race tensions. It accuses such agitators of causing trouble and harming the very group they claim to help, while praising sensible Black citizens who promote harmony. It also notes a history of supporting lazy and opportunistic Black politicians who neglect honest work and peaceful relations.
The Nickle Club's regular monthly gathering at Mr O L Harrell's residence featured vocal and instrumental music readings and recitations. Notable performances by Miss Stella Wright Miss Ella Harrell Mrs Lula Fleming and Miss Mattie Newsome drew praise. Newsome was elected Secretary in Norma Curry's absence. The club will reconvene on the first Monday in November.
Dr H D Wilson, a celebrated South specialist, will visit Quincy next Monday and stay through the week. Those needing dental work will have a prime opportunity for high quality, modern techniques. Subscribe to the Denoctar for one dollar per year.
The Augusta Chronicle laments the General Assembly’s quorum troubles as the Senate closed its doors and messengers were sent for absent senators. The House reported a 26 vote majority for the university bill from 124 members, yet 51 were missing, sparking calls to publish daily absentee lists. A.B. Burnett notes turning over notes to G. F. Westmoreland for collection.
Public notices announce a $500 freight payment and invite readers in Decatur Miller and Mitchell counties Georgia and Gadsden county Florida to call for stock and prices on wagons buggies road carts and harness. Advertisers W M Blount and Denal work share showcases and photographer services amid local commerce in Bainbridge with regional agents and promotions.
INEE Mrs Reynolds, a noted milliner, announces a full line of new millinery goods and invites ladies to call and inspect. The shop offers seasonal novelties and embroidery floss at one cent per spool. Chew Blue Jeans Tobacco promotion by Fred Smith and I Kwilecki.
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