Woolfolk Syndicate Talk Sparks Alabama Meeting
A noisy gathering in a lawyer's office near Birmingham centered on J W Woolfolk and a proposed Wall Street backed syndicate. Proponents touted vast resources and rapid capital, while opponents questioned feasibility amid weak state growth and legislative pressure over river projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Woolfolk
Wall Street
Vudelk
Ibuma
Ala
Montgomery
Connee
Flovida & Western
Bainbridge gains with Midland road plans and local leaders
The newly elected board and key figures including W F Joseph, John E Donalson, and R A Lytle push contracts securing Mr Plant and his corporations as purchasers of the Midland road. Expected 25 miles Bainbridge to Gordon by February 1889, 175 miles Bainbridge to Montgomery. Bainbridge and Thomasville area may benefit, with local praise for Woolfolk Plant and the Ala Midland.
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Seriatim
Plant
Woolfolk
Echo
Bainbridge
John E. Donalson
Decatur
Hawes and Donalson
Georgia
Donalson
Montgomery
Great Northwest
Atlantic
Thomasville
Quitman
Valdosta
J. W. Woolfolk
Ala. Midland
H. B. Plant
McDuff
Murderous assault near Climax ends in escape by suspect
Mr Warn, home near Climax, was attacked by Sherman Gaines a section hand who owed him. Gaines struck with a club and cut with a knife wounding a three inch gash near the jaw. Warn swore out a warrant and Gaines remains at large while Ward’s revival reports show strong church growth across three circuit locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warn
Climax
Sherman Gaines
Voter Violence in Cane Patch Incident Near Chattahoochee
A Monday night clash near Mr. J. B. Brown’s cane patch along the Chattahoochee involves Republican voters and a Black man. Brown fires a shotgun wounding the assailant, who is hospitalized in critical condition. The report also covers a local denial by W. Fairchilds over a liquor rumor, sermons by Dr. J. W. Hinton, and notices from J. G. Patrick and S. M. Cox about bread and recovery respectively.
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J. B. Brown
Bad” Cunningham
Chattahoochee River
Brown
Mr. Brown
Mr. B
Mr.b
Asbury
Thomas
Howse
Dr. Sykes
W. Fairchild
Fairchilds
Mr. Fairchilds
Election Call From Decatur County Democratic Club
The Central Democratic Club of Decatur County urges voting on November 6 for Grover Cleveland and Congressman Henry G. Turner. It argues for low taxation, warns against Republican wealth influence and race baiting, and appeals to citizens to ensure Democratic electors appear on every ticket.
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Central Democratic Club
Decatur County
Grover Cleveland
Congress
Henry G. Turner
Democratic Party
H.G Turner
Decatur County notices list candidates and local movers
Endo announces D W Kelly as Democratic nominee for Tax Assessor in the 16th district. Calvin Gibson a Bell’s District Republican is charged with stealing and killing an ox owned by Alfred Moore. Dr H D Wilson plans to move to Bainbridge to practice dentistry. F S Harrell to locate in Newton for law practice. Capt D A Russell and Sheriff Patterson attended Thomasville court.
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Messrs. Eorrors
Decatur County
D. W. Kelly
Tuos
Barrow
Calvin Gibson
Bell
Alfred Moore
Gibson
Calvin
Wisdom Nicholson
H. D. Wilson
Abbeville
S. C
Bainbridge
F.S. Harrell
Newton
D. A. Russell
Sheriff Patterson
Thomasville
Turner's Campaign Aid Highlighted in Georgia Paper Debate
A Georgia newspaper reports Hon. W. D. Kiddoo urging Turner to stay in New York to aid the campaign, noting national Democratic backing and urging constituents to vote on November 6. The item follows notices of a Leon County rally, a violent gin accident, pecan grove advice, a local obituary, and political disputes.
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W. D. Kiddoo
Democratic Executive Committee
OuruBert
Borrors News
Albany
Calvin S. Brice
National Democratic Executive Committee
H. G. Turner
New York
Wx. D. Kippoo
Superior Court Opens in Miller Court with Guilty Verdicts
The Superior Court opened in Miller Court, Corecrrr Ga on October 20 1888 with Judge Jno T Clark presiding. The criminal docket on Tuesday produced verdicts including Roberts guilty of assault and battery and fined 65 dollars. William Williamson paid 20 dollars and costs after admitting disturbance of worship. James Dean pled guilty to assault and battery. Will Collier convicted of larceny with a 55 dollar payment to the chain gang. James Broadcraft found guilty of burglarizing a neighbor’s meat house. The court adjourned Thursday morning after remarks by Judge Clark and A L Hawes.
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Roberts
J. W. Cowart
Mr. Williamson
James Dean
Will Collier
James Broadcraft
Clark
A. L. Hawes
Hawes to Speak in Whigham Before Election
Wahuan Ga October 23 1888 Col A L Hawes has promised to speak here Saturday before the Presidential election The notice asks all friends to attend and hear the Colonel. Signed M O Sutton respectfully
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Wahuan
Eorrors
A. L. Hawes
M. O. Sutton
Swamp fever recovery and visiting families in town
Mr. Jacob Harrell recovers from swamp fever at his timber camp on Spring Creek. Mrs. J. O. Branch and her daughter Miss Carrie of Americus visit Rev. C. H. Branch’s family. Jnc. E. Fain of Faceville visits the Taz Democratic Office. Work on the Alabama Midland Railroad begins before mid November. Sugar boilings are plentiful as country friends enjoy a royal time. Mr. C. L. Beach visits brother Judge H. M. Beach in Columbia, Alabama.
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T. L. Wards
Ward
Fowltown
J. D. Wood
Bell Alender
Jacob Harrell
Spring Creek
J. O. Branch
Carrie
Americus
City
C. H. Branch
Jnc
Blacksmithing Services Offered At Low Prices
Notice states that after purchasing the blacksmith shop and equipment formerly run by W. S. Brooks, an experienced blacksmith is in charge and will perform all smithing in first class style, with emphasis on horse shoeing and guaranteed satisfaction. OQ, N. Bucnanay.
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W. S. Brooks
N. Bucnanay
Fall and Winter Millinery by Mrs Reynolds in Bainbridge
Mrs M J Reynolds announces to Bainbridge Decatur and surrounding counties that her old stand offers a full fall and winter millinery stock including fancy goods gloves flowers feathers laces cloaks walking jackets jerseys hosiery and underwear for ladies misses and children all latest styles domestic and foreign inviting inspection and calls for outfits from hack to wedding attire. The article Twenty Trusts on our fourth page was copied from the Albany New and Advertiser.
Notice from Bainbridge on Warehouse Lease and Democratic Meeting
Notice from Bainbridge dated August 16 1885 leasing warehouse property to W M Blount and urging patronage. Also a political notice of Democratic Executive Committee selecting November 24 as precinct meeting day to nominate county officers at Bainbridge and urging Democrats to attend.
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Bainbridge GA
W. M. Blount
Jno
Bainbridge
Masron O*neaar
M Dem
Dental notice from M. L. Battle
Dr M L Battle announces in Bainbridge during the third week of September court week for one week to serve those seeking first class dental work. Cash only.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. L. Battle
Bainbri
Ternis
Im M. L. Battle
Restaurant and Oyster Saloon Keeps Constant Fish and Oysters
James Knott announces his restaurant keeps the best market fares with meals served at all hours and at low prices. He promotes the establishment as headquarters for fish and oysters kept constantly on hand at living prices and invites patronage.
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T-Ji
James Knott
A Chance For Lungs With Dooschee's German Syrup
The text extols lungs and breathing, noting common illnesses from cold to pneumonia and urging Dooschee's German Syrup at 75 cents a bottle as a certain remedy. It emphasizes clogged airways and the product as the only sure way to remove obstructions and restore proper function.
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Dooschee
A Woman's Despair and Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription
A distressed mother finds relief for a back complaint through Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription after a neighbor's testimonial. The ad promises a money back guarantee printed on the bottle-wrapper and notes the product as a remedy for women sold by druggists.
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India
Pierce
Peileta
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Midland
BAIN
Wiley
Lowing
Ocehuelle
C J Knox
Troy
Josiah
Republian
J. W. Hinton
Bainbridge and
Savannah
J. G. Patrick
S. M. Cox
Dr. Morgan
Endo
Suent
Turner
Tallahassee
Leon County Democracy
Wakulla
Gadeden
Jefferson
Franklin
Liberty
Madison
Jackson
Fla
Senator Call
R. H. M. Davidson
Gro
W. B. Schraver
J. L. Dickenson
Demoiee
Charlee Warren
Plummer Witherspoon
the DeMocrat
Harrell
Proctor Knott’s
Radford
Democrat
South
Record
Manufacturers Record
Col. Hawes
Whigham
Albany New and Advertiser
W M Blount
Columbus
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