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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1896
Page
5
Friday and Sunday trips bring a flood of guests to Barnesville. Visitors include Rev. H. P. Myers, Col. Walter Grace, Col. Thomas, and Mrs. Harden plus numerous local residents hosting friends from Griffin, Macon, Savannah, and Atlanta. Conversations center on travels, business, and courtly society events.
Position wanted as book keeper. Address box 40 Barnesville Georgia.
An advertised remedy for mild cleansing of the system. It claims to act effectively yet gently to relieve constipation, stimulate kidneys and liver, and dispel headaches, colds, and fevers without irritation or weakening. The language targets general wellness with natural factors.
A paper box found between Barnesville and Zebulon last Wednesday contained toilet articles, a comb and brush, kid gloves, a white belt, and handkerchiefs. Finder is asked to return it and will be rewarded. Contact L. A. Courier, August roth 96.
The ticket listed for alderman includes W. O. Marshburn A. O. Murphey and R. A. Stratford as candidates. Citizens are informed of the upcoming vote on August 25.
For rent for next year a two or three horse farm with a comfortable six room dwelling. Apply to R. O. Corver or H. P. Powe.
Mr. O M Jones buys Obe Nelson’s barber shop and relocates to the post office block with four chairs to serve the entire community.
The Jonesboro News previews a forthcoming Woman's Edition of the Barnesville Caette praising Barnesville society women and the elegance of the city. The piece hints at high standards and social polish expected in the edition.
Improvements are underway at Gordon Institute for the fall term. Trustees and the city council order upstairs rooms upgraded and additional space added. Captain B M Turner says prospects for a large fall term opening are excellent.
Mr and Mrs E A Pound Mrs W B Matthews Miss Alma Murphey Miss Arlie Murphey Miss Tiny Bloodworth Mr S C Bloodworth and Master W R Murphey went to Lifsey's Springs yesterday morning to spend a week. They have secured cottages and will doubtless have a very pleasant stay at this popular resort.
Advertisers claim J. W. Stafford & Sons are largely responsible for high cotton prices in Barnesville. They allegedly entered the market to restore Barnesville to its status as the best cotton market in Middle Georgia, with daily receipts and rising prices cited as evidence of success.
A social gathering at Edward Elder’s on Tuesday afternoon hosted by Miss Carrie Elder featured lively conversation and generous refreshments. Attendees included Lucille Blackburn Emma Myers Maud Elder Nettie Matthews Lizzie Thurman Priscilla Stroud Mamie Harris Annie Lambdin Mary Roberts Grace Woodward Nettie Lee Grace Ethel Jones Rosa Hammond Lucille Mitchell Estelle Jenkins Sallie Brinsfield Myrtis Franklin Ethel Smith etc.
Dr. J. M. Brittain, pastor, will preach at 11 o clock Sunday to Barnesville residents. The talk focuses on the impact of Gordon Institute students on state and community life. All are invited to attend.
Miss Annie Lambdine and friends hosted last Thursday night in honor of Miss Jerts from Yatesville. The event featured enjoyable entertainments, light refreshments, and a broad turnout of both young men and women. Attendees included Mary Roberts Mamie Harris Priscilla Stroud Lizzie Thurman Nettie Matthews Maud Elder Emma Myers Carrie Elder Lucille Blackburn Lula Speir Lillian Speir Linda Graddick Tom Myers W R Murphey Tom Murphey John Holmes Roy Blount Eddie Elder Will Turner Julian Arnold John Cornell and Percy Pattillo.
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