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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1899
Page
4
A large reward of 1250 is posted for delivery of Sam Hose to the sheriff where the crime occurred. Atlanta Constitution contributes 500 toward the bounty. The call goes out to pursue the runner until he is captured and punished for his crime.
The piece critiques mob spirit and misdirected actions in pursuing Sam Hose while noting innocent shootings and a mistaken arrest in Macon. It warns against looting or withholding property from the wrongly detained and urges decency and orderly enforcement of law.
Graham Johnson of Barnesville has passed his examination for the regular army second lieutenant and received his commission. He reports to duty in Columbus, Ohio. The Atlanta Constitution notes the difficult Fort Monroe exam and Johnson’s status as a young officer, grand son of ex Governor Ligon of Alabama, University of Georgia student, Gordon Institute alumnus, and plans to remodel his grandfather’s sword for wear.
Emma Matthews of Zebulon and M B Earle of Rome surprised a crowd when Rev J W Beck announced they had wed in November 1919. The ceremony occurred in Atlanta before Earle shipped to Cuba with the Third Georgia regiment. They later revealed a November ceremony and leave arrangements.
There is more catarrh in this section than all other diseases combined and was once thought incurable. Hall's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo claims to cure constitutionally by affecting blood and mucous surfaces. They offer $100 if it fails, with 75 cent price and accompanying Hall's Family Pills.
A reflective saying notes that some men remain silent due to deep wisdom while others are mute from ignorance, framing silence as a choice revealing character.
For over fifty years Mrs Winston's Soorainc Syrup has been used by millions of mothers to soothe teething children. It calms pain, eases wind colic, and is touted as the best remedy for diarrhea. Sold by druggists everywhere at 25 cents a bottle.
J M CochRane of Barnesville writes from Cambridge Maryland April 10 1899 detailing a Southern tour by Coca Cola promoter life. He declines a July 4 singing offer citing business with Coca Cola and praises Newport News shipyards Fort Monroe Hampton Bay and The Chamberlain hotel while noting strong local hospitality and Gazette coverage.
Advertises Collier's millinery sale with special cut prices on straw sailors and trimmed hats. Offers Knox shapes at 25 to 75 cents, sailor prices from 50 cents to 2 dollars, and ladies trimmed hats at 75 cents to 1.50, urging avoid costly fads.
The Barnesville store proclaims the finest dress goods selection with Crepons Serges Venitians Granite Cloths Henriettas Mohairs. The ad asserts no other local firm matches its range.
An ad urges buyers to view spring 99 white dress pods and declares not seeing the collection would drive one to insanity. It promotes Ducks Welts Piques and related fabrics with strong praise and urgency.
Shop offers silks in multiple shades with special sale prices. The 75c quality taffeta silk is 50c. The $1.00 grade colors with a heavy cord are 85c. Limited quantities available.
Bargain list details heavy discounts on fabrics and textiles. Items include long cloth 8 1 2 cents per yard, calico 5 cents, spring organdies 10 yards for 20 cents, bed sheeting 12 1 2 cents, and linen options like India lawns and Figured organdies at scattered low prices. Includes hosiery and soap priced to attract shoppers.
The store proclaims itself the sole recognized clothing shop in Barnesville with new Worsted and Serges on display. It notes singles and doubles in fashionable suits and invites all stylish dressers to trade there.
An advertisement promotes Krippendorfs Cincinnati hand made ladies shoes and Oxfords with prices 1.50 2.00 2.50 and 3.00. It also endorses Burt Packard men’s shoes for big feet priced 3.00 and 3.50.
The article extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a safe effective treatment for la grippe claiming it prevents pneumonia with reasonable care. It asserts the remedy cures grippe faster than others and is pleasant to take with J. H. Blackburn selling it.
A large fire in Thomaston last week destroyed the Hotel Sandwich with most contents and the residence of James F. Lewis. The blaze started from a lamp explosion, but no lives were lost. Insurance totaled several thousand dollars across multiple companies including Phenix and Firemans Fund.
Mr. G Dexter Blount of Barnesville secures a speakers place from Emory College sophomore class. His long record at Gordon Institute draws praise from Barnesville residents.
A 1895 testimonial promotes Hall's Great Discovery as a universal cure for kidney and bladder ailments in men and women including gravel and diabetes. It states a bottle costs 1 cent by mail if not sold by a local druggist and is two months of treatment. Avex Hamilton, a banker, endorses its effectiveness.
Mrs. G. W. Speigle arrives from Atlanta and will reside at the Speigle place on Zebulon street. Mr. Speigle will continue to travel but the home is now their base. The family is welcomed home again.
Georgia Knights of Honor officials led by Edward Elder met in Barnesville yesterday to plan the year’s work and review affairs. Attendees included John P. Shannon Steve R. Johnson J N Nash W L Platt L S Ledbetter John L Reid and Edward Elder with A M Lambdin also present for the social and business day.
A boastful quote reports a genius claiming a liver regulator could govern the world. The druzaist presents DeWitt's Little Early Risers, famous small pills, by Dr. W A Wright.
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