Dr Hiram Perdue remembered at Surgeons gathering
A memorial address highlights the life of Dr Hiram Perdue of Barnesville born October 30 1834 educated at Mercer Jefferson Medical College and Atlanta Medical College served as a Confederate volunteer physician and Barnesville railway surgeon. He won respect as a clinician educator husband and deacon and died January 14 1896 leaving a wife a son and many friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. A. Clark
Surgeon’s Association of the Central of Georgia Railway
Perdue
Hiram Perdue
Monroe County
Georgia
Old Homestead
Mercer University
Penfield
Lee
Thomaston
Upson County
Ellen Newman
Forsyth
Georgie
Central of Georgia Railway
Barnesville
Missionary Baptist Church
Dr. Perdue
Gordon Institute
Mother Earth
Death of Prof H W Battle in Columbus Georgia
Prof H W Battle died in Columbus Georgia Saturday morning from a stroke of apoplexy. He had been stricken Friday afternoon and never regained consciousness. He resided in Columbus for many years and was closely identified with the public schools and educational work. The death is a loss to his friends and to Mrs Battle and Miss Battle of Barnesville who attended the funeral in Columbus and returned to Barnesville.
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H. W. Battle
Columbus
J B Martews Announces Candidacy for Clerk of the Superior Court
J B Martews announces candidacy for Clerk of the Superior Court subject to the Democratic Primaries on June 6 acknowledging past support and pledging faithful service. Dated April 21, 1896.
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Superior Court
Howe Seeks Pike County Tax Collector Nomination
A. S. Howe presents his candidacy to democratic voters of Pike County for the office of Tax Collector and asks for support. He signs the appeal with initials 8S.
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Pike County
A. Howe
Candidate for County Treasurer Seeks Democratic Support
A candidate announces for county treasurer under the Democratic nominating process. He requests support from friends and pledges to serve as a faithful officer.
Akin Declares Candidacy for Pike County Treasurer
B S Akin announces candidacy for Pike County Treasurer subject to Democratic party action. He pledges to be an efficient officer and seeks support from friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pike County
Democratic Party
B.S. Akin
Rose for Sheriff Pike County Promises Faithful Duty
E. W. Rose announces candidacy for sheriff of Pike County under the Democratic banner. He pledges a faithful discharge of duties and respectfully solicits the support of Pike County citizens. April 6 1896.
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Pike County
E. W. Rose
Candidate for Ordinary of Pike County Declares Candidacy
The speaker announces candidacy for the office of Ordinary of Pike County in the Democratic primary on June 6 1896 and asks for public support from the people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pike County
Simmons Seeks Pike County Tax Receiver Post
G A Simmons announces candidacy for Tax Receiver of Pike County with a Democratic party nomination pending. He pledges competency, timely and faithful performance of duties. He signs the notice as respectfully submitting his platform.
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Pike County
Democratic Party
G. A. Simmons
Lirsey Seeks Democratic Primary Treasurer Post in Pike County
Candidate W. T. Lirsey announces run for Pike County Georgia treasurer in the Democratic primary. He pledges loyalty to the party and adherence to its voice, seeking party support and guidance.
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Pike County
W. T. Lirsey
Tax Receiver Candidate Files for Pike County Primary
W P Ripney announces candidacy for Tax Receiver in Pike County Democratic primary on June 6. He thanks supporters and asks for continued assistance in the race.
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Pike County
Tam
W. P. Ripney
Pain Balm Aid Reported In 1894 Affidavit
An affidavit states on May 11 the author walked on crutches to Melick's drug store and bought Chamberlain's Pain Balm for inflammatory rheumatism, using three bottles to full cure and recommending it. The item, sold for 50 cents per bottle by Jno H Blackburn Druggist, was sworn August 10, 1894 by Walter Shipman J P.
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Melick’s
Chamberlain’s
Charles H. Wetzel
Sunbury
Walter Shipman
J. P
Jno
Candidate Jno L Banks For Tax Collector Nomination
An official notice announces Jno L Banks as a candidate for Tax Collector subject to the Democratic Primary on June 6. The filing is authorized and the race is set for regional election procedures.
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Jno
Pike County Democratic Primary Commission Candidates
We announce our names for county commissioners in Pike County subject to the Democratic primary on the 6th. We seek the people’s endorsement and promise faithful attention to county business.
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Pike County
Reward Offered for Arrest of Wires Cutter in Barnesville
A notice offers a $10 reward to any person who proves to convict and arrest someone who cuts telephone wires in Barnesville Gaff. J. J. Rogers signs the notice.
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J. J. Rogers
Wanted to Employ Three Intelligent People on Salary
An early 20th century classified notice offers salaried work for three intelligent men or women. Details point to reach out to W. B. House in Barnesville, Georgia. The ad seeks discreet applicants and emphasizes merit over background.
Cough Remedy Claims Quick Cure for West Virginia Man
In winter 1893 F M Martin of Longreach West Virginia suffered a severe cold with a lingering cough. He credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with almost instant relief and a complete cure after trying various syrups. The remedy, sold by Jao H Blackburn Druggist at 25 and 50 cents, has over twenty years in the market and growing favor.
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F. M. Martin
Longreach
West Va
Jao H. Blackburn
Plans Drawn for W. Stafford Residence
Plans for the new two story Stafford home have been drawn by Lieut A R Piper for a complete building. The old house was torn down earlier this week and contractor A O Bennett of Griffin has begun work. The home is expected to be completed within six weeks with plans aiming for elegance and comfort.
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W. ©. Stafford
A. R. Piper
Mr. Stafford
Busy local dry goods store praised for growth
The town notes Mrs. 8S. M. Marshburn's business as one of the busiest and best. The owner’s shop remains crowded with customers and good merchandise, prompting the finding that continued growth could provide jobs for a dry goods man. See their shop before you pay.
Meeting at the Methodist Church Suspended
The Methodist Church meeting has been suspended until next Sunday. Rev. Mr. Edmunson, who had been assisting, returned home to Culloden yesterday.
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Methodist Church
Edmunson
Culloden
Banks Seeks Nomination For Tax Collector
Mr J L Banks is a candidate for the Democratic nomination as Tax Collector. He finished second in the last two races and believes narrow misses warrant support. He presents his claims to voters and asks for their backing.
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J. L. Banks
Banks
Barn for Sale in Baresville Georgia
For sale barn advertised with contact for more information to C. H. Perporg of Baresville Georgia.
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Li Leavening Ng
U.S
Jefferson Medical College
Philadelphia
Jefferson
Atlanta Medical College
the Rock
Geo. M. Mc.Dowell
Council Proceedings
Cuambeer
Howard and Jerkins
Potts Thompson Liquor Co
McKenzie Coal Co
Swatts
Murphey
T. W. Cocuray, Co
Prof. Battle
J. B. Martews
Sar
Hood
Parilla
C. J. Hood & Co
Lowell
Mass
Ead Pene
Barnesville Gaff
W. B. House
Barnesville, Ga
New York
Men
Morris Jacob Bargain Store
Gate City Fence Company
Edgewood Ave
Atlanta, Ga
MR. Banks
C.H. Perporg
Baresville Ga
Paty
Santoso
la Madrid CO
Cincinnati
Ohio
Madrid Co
Oyincinnati
S. Ramsbotham
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