Valuable Real Estate For Sale In Griffin
Mr. B W Elder spent Saturday in Atlanta Captain W P Becker visited the city on business Mrs J G Smith and Miss Maud Smith were in Atlanta John Perry foreman of the Grittin News was in town Sunday Will Chambers and Charles Perdue spent Tuesday in Forsyth Miss Clifford Burr returned from a trip to South Georgia Several residents were noted visiting relatives and attending events in Macon Griffin and Zebulon The town discussed Hats and Flowers at Mrs R J Williams store Invitations to the Griffin Rifles reception were received in the city Dr Robert L Whipple a Gordon Institute graduate was praised for his success in Atlanta and Gordon Institute alumni are noted as doing well
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Griffin Rifles
Griffin
Barneville
Robert L. Whipple
Atlanta Medical College
Gorden Institute
Gordon Institute
Ready For Business New Goods At Low Prices
Dress goods Notions Clothing Shoes Hats offered daily bargains. Dress goods in latest styles Notions newest items. Clothing for men boys and children Hats for all in felt wool straw. Shoes Slippers guaranteed. Credit extended for timely payments. V O Marshburn and W J Williamson invite trade.
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O. Marshburn
W. J . Williamson
Visit with Mr Ephor at Culloden and friend Mr Jackson
An elderly man over 85, still sharp and informed on current religious and other questions, hosts a visitor at Culloden. His wife is described as an elect lady, and the account notes the man remains bright despite his age.
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Mr. Ephor
Culloden
R M. Jackson
Britt and Miss White Wed in Home Ceremony
Me James Britt and Miss White married last Friday night at the bride’s home near the city. Captain E J Murphey officiated the ceremony.
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James Britt
Miss White
E. J. Murphey
Cuba Molasses Sale Referenced With Neighborly Flair
The note mentions selling Cuba molasses to a neighbor who values the genuine article. It hints his family’s attire as a sign of quality and comments on a looming house fly presence. It ends by offering to sell more Cuba molasses to those who appreciate the real product.
Farmer Allerton Axle Grease Promises Longer Spindles
A sales pitch claims Farmer Allerton’s axle grease will make wagon spindles last three times longer than current grease, promising superior durability if the product differs from rival formulas.
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Allerton
Do You Smoke A Pipe We Have Tobacco And Provisions
A local ad item promotes one hundred pounds of R J R Advertiser pipe tobacco priced at five cents, Knox gelatine as a staple option, bananas at ten and fifteen cents per dozen, a family flour at 3 50 per barrel, and other assorted goods highlighted as eye openers for buyers. The pitch closes with a rhetorical prompt to the reader.
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R. J. R. Advertiser
Knox
New Telephone Line Connects Barnesville to Nearby Towns
Col J J Rogers leads linemen stringing a line from Barnesville to Culloden. The project links Barnesville with Griffin Zebulon Milner Forsyth Meansville Yatesville Quiloden and other points via the city exchange and with Atlanta and Macon through long distance service. The telephones are a great convenience.
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J. J. Rogers
Barnesville
Cullolen
Griffin
Zebulon
Milner
Forysth
Meansville
Yatesville
Quiloden
City Exchange
Atlanta
Macon
Easter Service At Methodist Church Delights Congregation
An Easter Morning Master Service replaced regular Sunday School and preaching at the Methodist church. Special music recitations and speeches by Superintendent Mrs J T Hunt and Pastor Rev W W Brinsfield drew a large crowd and were well received.
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Methodist Church
J.T. Hunt
W. W. Brinsfield
Summers Buggy Colt Novelty Survey Vehicle
An elegant vehicle from a southern factory, described as one of the prettiest ever made, is produced by Summers Buggy. The Colt is a survey in imitation Rosewood and a beauty sure to attract attention. It is a special order for a party in Milledgeville Georgia.
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Milledgeville, Ga
Milburn
Georgia
Syrup of Figs Promotes Health On Every Trip
A travel health note promotes Syrup of Figs as a pleasant remedy for kidneys liver and bowels preventing fevers headaches and illness. Sold in 50 cent and 1 bottles by leading druggists. Manufactured by the California Fig Syrup Company.
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California Fig Syrup Company
Conquest Meeting At Lamesville Baptist Church
The B P A of the Lamesville Baptist church hosts a Conquest meeting Sunday at 3:30. The program features a Cuba topic by Mr. George Coleman, religious history by Miss Jean Mitchell, and notes by Dr Brittain and President T J Watts, with music interludes. A large crowd is expected.
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Lamesville Baptist Church
T. J. Watts
de. J. M. Brittain
Cuba
George Coleman
Mias Jean Mitchell
Diaz
Brittain
Doctor's buggy order finally sticks with one manufacturer
A doctor sought a buggy built to order and after several manufacturers failed to deliver he finally found one that met his specifications. The custom design impressed the doctor with its craftsmanship and fit, marking a successful collaboration.
Summers Buggy Co Receives Compliment and Payment Note
Summers Bunery Co Barnesville Ga March 16 1896 reports a buggy received in good order. The letter from Ss M Matthews MD commends workmanship as forcible and enclosed is a check for the bill.
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Summers Bunery Co
Barnesville
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J. Carden
Edward Elder
Barnesville, GA
B. W. Elder
W.P. Becker
J. G. Smith
Maud Smith
John Perry
The
Grittin Newe
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Charles Perdue
Clifford Burr
South Georgia
Burr Jr
M. A. Clark
Ed Orr
M. G. Harrison
John T. Chambers Jr
Willie Currey
City
Iverson Middlebrooks
Lole Stallings
Annie Whittle
W. C. Jordan
W. P. Holmes
W. P. Hemphill
Firemans Hall
Llo’clock
Lena Swatts
Martha Kate Porch
C. D. Matthews
Ypsilante
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Sarah Yancey
Rome
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Ogeechee River
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New York
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New York City
Hampton Roads
Old Point Comfort
Mies Ola Kitchings
Mary Thurman
Zéboul
J. P. Thurman
A. MM. Lawmbdin
Grand Lodge
Edgar L. Rogers
Thomas W. Cochrane
Robert Mitchell
Messrs
J. Hope Wigner
Harry Dixon
White Sulphur Springs
Mrs. C. T. Tyler
J M Brittain
Cedartown
Gia
State Baptist Convention
Lane
G. E. Huguley
J. F. Redding
Wap Summers
Annie Redding
B. J. Clark
G. P. Buguley
Sheriff W.co. Gwynn
Saaturday
R. J. Williams
M A. Clark
M. D
Clark & Clark
Physicians and Surgeons
J.C. Collier
W. B
F. D
B. Smith
Barnesvill F. GA
Woodwar
Mitchell
G. W. Grice
Banesville, GA
Protics
W. P. Harrison & Co
Columbus
Barnesville Furniture Store
A. J. Clark
Marshburn
Hymeneas
the Revel Boys
Trash Moyer
Fred A. Beasley
Valley
John G. Carlisle
Kentucky
Secrtary of
the Treasury
A. O. Bennett
Summers Buggy Co
Quitman, GA
Yours Truly, Ss. M. Matthews, M.D
Rouss
B. Rouss
Battle Abbey
Butler & Deavours
Jackson G. Smith
Barnesville, Georgia
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