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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1899
Page
2
Communication outlines Pullman service between Atlanta and Santemoten with cars 7 and 8 on the route and observation chairs 9 and 10. Ganns and Culp signatories in Washington mention traffic management and agent Bardwick in Atlanta.
A nostalgic piece by Little Ben reflects on Bill Arp's golden wedding, praising his Georgia Philosopher persona and wartime reminiscences. The author recalls two generations of change since slavery and emancipation, urging readers to keep looking forward with a cheerful spirit despite upheavals.
An old advertisement urges everyone to visit their druggist for Dr. Tichenor’s Antiseptic, billed as the nineteenth century’s most wonderful healing compound. It is claimed to preserve flesh, prevent inflammation, and heal rapidly, described as perfumed and stainless like rose water.
The Barnesville Blues, long seen as a top Georgia unit, were ordered disbanded by the state adjutant general after inspector general reports the command failed the examination conducted by Colonel Obear two weeks earlier. Captain John F. Howard led the company, one of Barnesville’s oldest. It may seek reorganization and reentry into the state militia.
A readers notice endorses Dr Hathaway and Co of Atlanta as perfectly reliable and remarkably successful in treating chronic diseases in men and women. They offer free expert opinions by return mail and guarantee cures, urging readers to write today for help.
Dialogue from Brooklyn Life features Mrs Tilford and Tilford joking about Noah and Daniel Webster as they debate who compiled the dictionary. The exchange ends with Mrs Tilford correcting Tilford about Noah’s ark.
An advertisement claims the product prevents child deaths from croup and cures severe lung and throat troubles quickly. It attributes immediate relief to Dr. W. A. right and promotes the remedy as essential for households.
A crowded theater night turns on a vacant seat beside a stylish young lady with a hat. An old man and others revel in the sight as a late entrant in a silk tile hat endures comic contortions. The hat is removed, revealing blond hair that wins laughter and the young man’s gratitude. He later leaves for Africa.
Traveling tip promotes Syrup of Figs for kidneys liver and bowels with 50 cent bottles from leading druggists. Manufactured by the California Fig Syrup Co. An Ohio girl reportedly took the gold cure for love broke an engagement and wed a wealthy older man.
Distrust grows among ministers over persistent coughing in congregations before a claimed remedy. Dr. W. A. Wright is cited in a puzzling missive as a medical figure linked to the discussion.
A pension commissioner queries an applicant about regiment and ship, only to learn the claimant was never in the army or navy. The applicant cites a personal grievance, noting a jilting by a girl kissed by Hobson, in a Warper's Bazar moment.
George F. Reynolds of Durango Colorado describes twenty years of stomach catarrh relief after using Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. He details relief from two boxes and credits similar benefits to his wife. He endorses the pills and urges trial for others with similar ailments.
A reflective exhortation on overcoming anxious forebodings by trusting in divine providence. The passage urges daily reliance on God, citing confidence learned from children and the certainty of rest at day’s end.
A brief exchange quotes Mrs Fullum and Mr Fullum. Mrs Fullum says Charles calls his wife the worst cook he has seen. Mr Fullum counters that might be an exaggeration and notes some people may have learned cooking in a school.
An old advertisement promotes No-To-Bac as a life changing tobacco quitting aid. It claims to make weak men strong and offers a booklet and sample free. Available through Sterling Remedy Co in Chicago or New York for 50 cents or one dollar.
A compact note contrasts force and gentleness noting more power in kindness than dynamite and Berlin selling sheet music by weight while in this country the bass drum autocrat supplies it by the pound.
One of Chicago's oldest druggists recommends Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for la grippe, promising prompt relief and prevention of pneumonia. For sale by J. H. Blackburn.
A reflective quote warns that bad temper harms the bearer more than the target. It asserts that bitterness poisons the self and underscores self-damage from hostile emotions. The statement emphasizes self-control and the corrosive nature of ire.
For frost bites burns indolent sores eczema and skin disease De Witts Witch Hazel Salve stands first and best. Beware imitators who counterfeit it and seek dishonest endorsements. Get DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve from Dr. W. A. Wright.
A playful note blends romantic themes with physics as readers ponder how love’s pull compares to gravity’s unseen force. The column fuses whimsy with science, inviting reflection on everyday wonders and universal laws.
A vintage advertisement urges men not to neglect the liver and claims Browns' Iron Bitters maintains liver health. It asserts occasional use prevents disease and that the remedy cures developed conditions, promising lasting strength and vitality from the product sold by all dealers.
A reader report recounts a boy's imagined naval battle at Santiago. The tale features Samson and Sly as captains, Cervery flagship sunk by Spanish ships, and mock dialogue about orders and blame. The piece ends with Cervery’s fate settled and no further details.
Free pills offered by H E Bucklen & Co Chicago with a request for address to receive a sample box of Dr King s New Life Pills. The ad claims relief for constipation sick headaches malaria and liver troubles and asserts the pills are vegetable and non deleterious. Sold by W A Wright Druggist at 25c per box.
A youthful Frenchman in the United States, after a brief stay, stepped on an unusually explosive parlor match. The blast sounded like a pistol crack, eliciting his calm remark and shrug as he recovered.
W. C. Jordan and Brother advertise Dr. Sawyers Little Wide Awake Pills claiming to purify blood, sharpen thought, regulate bowels, and cure biliousness, inactive liver, and constipation.
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