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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1896
Page
4
A major blaze struck Brunswick last week causing extensive property damage and destruction of nearby structures. Fire crews battled the flames through the night with decisive efforts to prevent further loss.
Report says Ben Tillman is expected to gain strong backing for a presidential bid as supporters forecast a rising boom in his favor.
The statement calls C H B Bloodworth a splendid solicitor general and asserts that interests do not suffer in his hands.
The Southern baseball league failed, leaving no apparent aid to humanity and provoking concern about its lasting impact.
A sheriff fell to gunfire as he confronted violence described in stark terms. The tragedy drew mourning from residents and officials alike while investigators pursue leads in the case.
The text notes Benjamin Harrison has married again and reflects on politics this year. It mentions Tennessee democracy urging Hon. Bob Taylor to run for governor again and suggests he will likely be elected.
Moccan plans a vast auditorium to host the Democratic convention. The project aims to spark enthusiasm among attendees. Georgia farmers are portrayed as more skilled and prosperous than in years past.
Judge Jim Griggs, a candidate for Congress in the Second district, is described as a bright fellow but demagogical like many opponents.
Juge Janes S. Beyntop and Col. T. R. Mills led a lively debate in Griffin on Saturday without Smith and Crisp. Reports say the discussion was notably spirited.
John Sherwan declares himself a bimetalist and questions whether this stance supports free silver. He argues that past discussions by many free silver advocates would view this as an argument against free coinage.
A fragmentary notice recalls Benjamin Harvey Bill's 1878 stand against free silver coinage. The tribute praises Sheriff Gwyn's enduring influence as a steadfast, noble figure while acknowledging the lasting legacy of the statesman.
The speaker draws crowds with charm yet lacks persuasive proof, urging Mr. Crisp to replace or accompany his rhetoric with solid reasoning for the free silver cause.
The author argues that conditions now differ from those before 1873 and that all prior statements about free silver are not applicable. The coinage issue should be decided independently, focusing only on the current and future implications.
Democrats in Monroe County favor sending Col. Sam Rutherford to the legislature with Col. Willingham as a possible partner. The article argues Rutherford would make a good representative and urges support for the candidate.
Within a week Georgia witnessed two of the state s most horrific crimes. The perpetrators remain at large, provoking public fear and urging swift apprehension and punishment to protect lives. The speaker argues for decisive justice to deter further violence.
The Pike county Democratic Executive Committee ordered a primary on Saturday June 6 1896 at regular voting places in Zebulon to elect two delegates and two alternates to the State Convention, two delegates and alternates to the 221st District Senatorial convention, and to vote for Democratic candidates for representative and county offices. Ballots will name the U S Senator chosen by the general assembly and pledge Pike's next representative to vote for the people's choice. Dr. B R Owen served as chairman and Mr. Puryer as secretary.
The Augusta Chronicle notes that Secretary Smith drew the largest applause with a Cleveland reference during the Smith C Crisp debate, praising Grover Cleveland. The piece argues Cleveland’s name stirs nationwide enthusiasm and signals perceived rugged honesty, despite mixed views on his acts.
The United States Senate contest appears set between Charles F. Crisp and Fleming G. Du Bignon with plans for a state wide joint canvas. The financial question will factor but not decide, and personal followings will drive strength. Du Bignon gains support from southern Georgia and is viewed as equally strong, perhaps more suitable, but both men have solid support and a lively campaign is anticipated.
In the county political column from East Pike voters weigh the field for the Democratic standard bearer. West Pike backs Dr. J C Beauchamp citing integrity, popularity, and cross group appeal including strong ties to the colored vote while East Pike favors unity and loyalty, urging support for Beauchamp to win majorities.
U S Government report ranks Royal Baking Powder highest among leavening powders for quality and performance.
The store promotes a complete dress goods stock for ladies with affordable prices. It urges customers to inspect the assortment of fabrics and silks and highlights value affordable to every purse.
Shoes announce a new spring line and prompt customers to see the shoe man. Amy Styler and C D offer Burt Packard's Korrect shape shoes for men, guaranteed to fit and wear, with options for all ages.
Market notes list Friday Saturday and Monday bargains on fabrics and textiles. Items include fruit loom at 6 cents, best calico 34 cents, crash Towelling 32 coins, wind shirted material 15 cents, outing cloth 5 cents, Challies 30 cents, Sia Island fabric 4 cents, small checked gingham 8? cents, bleached cotton towels large 63 cents, printed liquor 9 cents, pink and light blue crepone 82 cents.
Our store presents a fine display of millinery this season. Easter bonnets are especially pretty with correct styles and first class workmanship. Miss Blalock outdoes herself on quality items and prices are reduced this season.
Mrs Warner has charge of our Dress-making Department and can turn out any quantity of work. Do not fail to see her upstairs over our store.
New stock of ladies shirt waists described in Persian and Live designs. Prices range from 30 cents to 1.50 dollars.
Catalog note advertises men’s negligee shirts in New L and ready to wear at 42 cents to 1 dollar each. Garments promise good wear and durability.
Straw hats offered in 5 10 15 25 and 50 cent lots with new styles and prices designed to save customers money on straw hats.
A listing of items includes jeans pante and wincow shader along with cornier piles rugs carpets and mattings sewing machines ladies ready made shirt waists and perfumes extreete. Also offered are carpet fringe carpet paper household ammonia and toilet soap.
Advertising announces waists from 25 35 50 and 75 cents in China Kai Kai Silke for ladies with new designs not available elsewhere.
A U S department bulletin highlights Hairy Vetch as a promising forage crop for southern farms. It endures heat cold and drought, grows on poor land, feeds livestock, and makes good ensilage though hard to cure as hay. Planting times, seeding rates, and small notes on economics and management are given, with regional experiences from Mississippi and Georgia.
The advertisement claims catarrh is a constitutional disease needing internal remedies. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally and said to act on blood and mucous surfaces, a trusted prescription from a leading physician, with testimonials available by mail.
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