Sheriff Gwyn Mur dered in Pike County Outrage
The murder of Sheriff W O Gwyn by the Delk desperadoes last Thursday night shocked Pike County. Gwyn confronted robbers at Concord, was shot through the body, and died after a dramatic display of bravery. Hon John F Madden was wounded while aiding Gwyn. The attackers fled. a posse pursues them as memorial services and a large funeral honor the fallen sheriff.
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Sherff W.O Gwyn
Pike County
Sheriff Gwyn
Delks
Concord
Gwyn
Winchester
Madden
Darious
Reward Aggressively Offered for Murderers in County
Governor Atkinson of the state offers 500 dollars along with Pike county 500 and local donors Dr G F P Redding 200 Barneaville residents 140 and Mr Madden 100 totaling 1450. Madden a respected former legislator and county citizen is recovering from the attack and greatly valued by the community.
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Atkinson
Pike County
Mr. Madden
Prominent Visitor from Columbus Ledger Headlines Local Stop
Editor Walter J. Woodall of the Columbus Evening Ledger visited Barnesville on Monday. He edits a popular paper and is a candidate for the State Senate in his district, with no opposition. Local people hold him in high esteem and expect his election.
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Walter J. Woodall
Columbus Evening Ledger
Col. Woodall
State Senate
Barnesville
Horse for sale and local dentist returns home
For sale. Horse for sale. War information apply to C H Perdue in Barnesville Georgia. Dr. C H Perdue has returned from Baltimore Maryland Thursday night and just graduated from the Baltimore College of Dentistry. He is a bright young man starting dental practice under flattering auspices, and friends welcome his return home.
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C. H. Perdue
Baltimore
Baltimore College of Dentistry
Target Practise By Gordon Institute Cadets
The Gordon Institute Cadets have been shooting at the rifle range near town on Mr P F Matthews place. A squad shot last Saturday with more to follow until all cadets complete practice. Lieut A R Piper will award a markman medal for excellence as the boys strive to hit the bulls eye.
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Gordon Institute
Markeman
A. R. Piper
P. F. Matthews
Epworth League Social Meeting At Hightower Residence
The Epworth League held a pleasant social gathering at Mr. J. W. Hightower's residence last Friday evening. No program was conducted and officers will be elected soon as regular meetings resume with planned programs.
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Epworth League
J. W. Hightower
Gordon Institute Named Depository for Geological Maps
President Pound received a letter from Congressman Charles L. Bartlett designating Gordon Institute as a depository in the Listle district for documents from the U S Geological Survey. The maps will aid geological students and Barnesville appreciates the compliment.
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Pound
Charles L. Bartlett
Gordon Institute
Listle
U. S. Geological Survey
L. Barrier
Barnesville
Nesbitt Urges Stick to Known Crops For Georgia Cotton
In the April 1 1896 note Nessitt warns farmers against chasing untested forage and crop varieties. He favors proven staples like cow peas fodder corn sorghum Kaffir corn and German millet and explains silo use and proper silage to boost feeding and storage efficiency. He also urges better cotton cultivation and the universal adoption of round bales to improve handling and market prices.
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Georgia
Atlanta
South
Cotton Exchange
Lanters
New York
New Orleans
R. T. Nessitt
Soja Beans at Exposition Highlighted as Stock Feed
The Georgia building showcased Soja beans as a high quality legume for stock feed and soil improvement. Reports from the State Agricultural Department praise its value as a fertilizer and food, noting high fat content and fodder quality, with yield depending on land richness and cultivation, and recommending three to five foot rows and cottonlike weed control.
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Georgia
United States Agricultural Department
State Agricultural Department
Asa
Sosa
Persistent low prices draw constant new goods
Dealer boasts daily new stock and $3,000 worth of goods bought at 45 cents on the dollar. He claims no living merchant can duplicate his prices and invites customers to prove the claim by trying the offers.
Hats on sale for men and boys at low prices
Wide assortment of straw and wool hats with prices from 10 cents. Dorbys and latest styles feature rows priced from $1 to $2. Retailers advertise big line of hats for men and boys with discounts and affordable options.
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Big Line Mens and Boys
Bargain Linen Goods Sale Across Men’s Wear
A retailer lists discounts on 40 dot Laundried Negligee Shirts at 38 cents each and a full line of Mens Balbrigan Underwear in sizes 34 to 46 priced 25 to 50 cents. Also offers four ply linen Collars and Cuffs with collars 8 to 124 cents and cuffs 15 to 20 cents.
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Mens Balbrigan
Bargain Household Linens And Accessories Sale
A list of discounted items including towels linen table cloths doilies lace curtains lace pillow shams silk mitts and small sewing supplies with prices ranging from a few cents to fifty cents. Highlights include per pair towels from 10 to 50 cents and lace window curtains at 89 cents.
In Town Tour of Goods Promises Full Stock Show
Advertiser invites visitors to view a complete stock and promises pleasure in guiding them through offerings. The note emphasizes interest to the reader and the seller's sole commitment to service.
Mr Rose for Sheriff
Mr E W Rose announces as candidate for sheriff of Pike County. He is well equipped for duties and may be the best officer in the county. His special qualifications and friends urge election and we commend him to voters.
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Madden
Grevesteen
E. W. Rose
Pike County
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Strength for Nervous Women
Nervous, weak women troubled by local health issues report improved blood, nerve strength, and health after using Hood's Sarsaparilla. The ad cites extensive experience among many women during trying periods demanding vitality and stamina.
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Hood
Nervous health ad touts sarsaparilla cure
An old time testimonial promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a reliable blood purifier and tonic. It frames nervous sickness and loss of strength as improving after using the remedy, citing five years of poor health and diminished appetite.
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Hood
Special Term of Court Set by Judge Beck in Pike
Judge Marcus W. Beck orders a special term of court in Pike on the fourth Monday in May. A new jury has been drawn and the Johnson murder case will be among those to be tried, along with a few others.
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Marcus W. Beck
Pike
Johnson
Reward for arrest of person cutting telephone wires
A reward of ten dollars is offered by J. J. Rogers of Barnesville Gaff for the arrest of any person who cuts his telephone wires, with proof to convict.
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J. J. Rogers
Appointed Sheriff in Meansville Pending Election
Mr. Clem Slade of Meansville has been appointed sheriff to serve the unexpired term of Sheriff Gwye. Ordinary T. J. Blasin has not yet set a date for the election but it will likely occur about two months from now.
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Clem Slade
Meansville
Gwye
T. J. Blasingame
-E W Rose Announces Candidacy for Pike County Sheriff
A statement by E W Rose announces candidacy for sheriff of Pike County under the Democratic Party. He pledges faithful discharge of duties and asks for citizen support, dated April 6 1896.
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Pike County
Local Social Notes Include Kin Visits And Kentucky Guest
Mr. S. F. Green traveled to Macon yesterday. Miss Mattie Paul from Kentucky is visiting Miss Mary Vornell, joining a sequence of social calls and guest visits in town.
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S. F. Green
Macon
Protracted Methodist Revival Opens with Two-Week Series
A two week revival begins at the Methodist church after Sunday night services. Presiding Elder Wadsworth assists Rev W W Grinefield as morning meetings run at nine and evening services at 7 30. Attendees show strong interest and officials hope for great good.
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Methodist Church
Wadsworth
W. W. Grinefiecd
Crowder and Stafford Visit Cities in Weekend Notices
Mr. and Mrs. Crowder spent Saturday and Sunday at Griffin. Mr. Frank A. Stafford of the R. M. 5 returned to Atlanta Saturday morning after spending several days with his father Captain J. A. Stafford at The Rock.
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Mr. &. T. Crowder
Griffin
Frank A. Stafford
The
Atlanta
J. A. Stafford
the Rock
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Bloodworth
Col
J. A. Backer
Bar
C H. Perdue
Gordon
Weather Bureau
Scott
MR. Nesbitt
Farmers of Georgia
United States Agricultural Report
Morris Jacob
Bargain Store
Barnesville, GA
Gate City Fence Company
Edgewood Ave
Atlanta, GA
MR. Rose
Sue Orter
Carlinville
Illinois
C. I. Hood & Co
Lowell
Mass
Care Hood
Barnesville Gaff
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