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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1896
Page
4
Atlanta firm Peacock Dunwody Haugh fails with debts
Peacock Dunwody and Haugh, a large Atlanta law practice, collapsed last week after owing 53000 while holding assets valued at 71000, signaling financial distress for the firm and its clients.
Cabinet Honor Hopes for Maj Hanson from McKinley Era
The piece notes neither Cleveland nor McKinley graduates yet honored and suggests Maj J F Hanson as a cabinet candidate. It argues Barnesville deserves cabinet representation and urges taking the best possible action when faced with tough times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
McKinley
Maj
J. F. Hanson
Barnesville
Maj. Hanson
Georgia's Turner Lawson and Black Retire Amid Free Silver Debate
The three Georgia congressmen Turner Lawson and Black retire as the current session ends. Black did not seek re election while Turner and Lawson left on the free silver issue and this is described as to their credit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turner
Lawson
Black
Congress
Georgia
Government Pays $140 Million for Civil War Pensions
The United States is paying $140 million for pensions with most funds covering Union army service claims against the Confederacy. There is no way to tell how large the amount may be a hundred years hence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Georgia bill opens state librarian post to women
The Georgia legislature last week passed a bill to make the state librarian office eligible to women. The measure credits Miss Ellen Dortch whose newspaper editing background helped spur the change, and she now seeks the position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Ellen Dortch
Col Hardeman Dies in Oxford After Brief Illness
Col Harde man died at his Oxford home last Thursday after a brief illness of several weeks. He served twelve years as state treasurer and held ongoing public trust. A Newton county legislator at his death he was known as honest generous and faithful. He lived a Christian life and died in faith. His son asked if he wanted anything and the reply was to rest in body mind and spirit in the love of his Redeemer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert A. Hardeman
Oxford
Col. Hardeman
Newton County
Daughters of the Confederacy Meeting Announced
A historical meeting of the Daughters of the Confederacy will be held in Mrs L K Rogers room at Don Institute, tomorrow Friday, promptly at 3 45 oclock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daughters of the Confederacy
L. K. Rogers
Don Institute
Feathers Wanted for First Class Geese
A brief notice by J. G. Srru seeks-quality goose feathers. The request emphasizes premium material and reliable supply for feathered goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. G. Srru
Vanity versus Sense and the tyranny of fashion
A discourse on vanity over sense criticizes tight lacing and whalebone corsets. It notes two fatal London cases and argues reform is futile without widespread social change and individual responsibility for comfort and health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Electric Light Plant Progress Letter to Barnesville Mayor
In a December 4 1896 letter from Fort Wayne Electric Corporation manager C L Sturgon to Mayor G E Huguley the company outlines rapid actions to complete the Barnesville electric light plant awaiting alternator foundation plans and weather suitable to finish the contract. The note thanks Huguley for patience and mentions shipment of apparatus and forthcoming foundation plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George K. Huguley
Barnesville
Atlanta, Ga
G. E. HuGuLey
Williams
Fort Waynre Electric Corporation
Byc . L. Sturgron
Atlanta
Delk Trial Opens in Zebulon Superior Court
The adjourned Pike Superior Court sits with Judge Marcus W. Beck presiding. The state prosecutes Taylor Delk with Solicitor Bloodworth Judge Dupree and J. F. Redding. Col. W. C. Glenn of Atlanta defends. A jury of twelve is seated. evidence closed Tuesday evening and speeches followed before jury deliberation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pike Superior Court
Zebulon
Marcus W. Beck
Taylor Delk
Bloodworth
E. F. Dupree
J. F. Redding
Col. W. C. Glenn
Atlanta
Delk
W. J. Barrett
S. S. Barrett
H. H. Reeves
J. D. Mercer
Presbyterian Ladies to Hold Supper for Church Building
On Friday evening December 18th the Presbyterian church ladies will host a supper to raise funds for the new church. Full particulars will appear in next week's paper. Patrons are urged to give generous support.
Athens and Gordon Institute to clash in Friday football
A game of football will be played Friday on Gordon Institute campus between the Athens and Gordon Institute teams. It will doubtless be quite an interesting game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gordon Institute
Athens
Barnesville Seeks Mule and Kentucky Horse Trade
Mr. Robert Mitchell traveled to Atlanta on a business trip to buy a carload of mules and fine Kentucky horses. The stock has arrived and Barnesville is positioned to meet local demand for strong stock. Mitchell has contributed to making Barnesville a premier stock market in Georgia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Mitchell
Atlanta
Barnesville
Mitchell
Georgia
Local Store Change Hands to Adams & Co.
Mr. J C Collier sold his interest in the store to W E Adams and Co with W B and Thadeus Adams forming the new firm. The transfer takes effect January 1 and Elmo Adams will manage. Adams praised for business sense and courteous manner. The plan is to continue current operations and pursue bright prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Collier
W. EE. Adams & Co
Messrs
W. B
Thadeus Adams
W. E. Adams
Elmo
Adams
Thomaston ‘Times
Silk gift items for the holidays prompt fashion picks
Four lots of silk and satin in pink blue yellow cream heliotrope and other delicate tints offer waistline length options and stylish holiday presents. New laces and fancy silks arrive for Christmas gifting with quality and value emphasized.
Glove Department Showcases Kid Glove Stock Range
The advertisement touts a well planned glove sale for the year. It highlights Kid Glove stock with full size color style and price ranges, featuring red tan light tan white and blue and grey kids gloves in lace and button styles.
Akin Secures $300 Church Extension Funds
Rev. E. K. Akin telegraphed the church committee that he secured a $300 appropriation from the Church Extension Fund and, with the balance of subscription, the committee will complete the new church in Zebulon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. K. Akin
Zebulon Journal
American Bible Society Appeals for Prompt Contributions
The society urges quick gifts to promote scripture circulation, citing limited pulpit access and funding gaps at home. It lists foreign work, personnel, and current receipts, urging auxiliaries and pastors to fund the treasury and fund needy Holy Contributions. Georgia rep H. P. Myers and W. A. Wright named as contacts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Bible Society
United States
Constantinople
Tabreez
Bangkok
Shanghai
Yokohama
Mexico
Havana
Caracas
Guatemala
Rio de Janeiro
Buenos Ayres
American Board of Commissioners For Foreign Missions
Presbyterian Board of Foreign Missions
Missionary Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church
William Foulke
Bible House
New York
Beware of Mercury in Catarrh Ointments Sold Locally
Public warning against mercury containing catarrh ointments. Recommends Hall's Catarrh Cure by F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio as safe and mercury free. Internal use, blood and mucous surfaces targeted. Testimonials available, sold by druggists at 75 cents per bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Georgia Underwear Co Formed In Barnesville
Application for charter filed in Superior court for the Georgia Underwear Company. The new Barnesville mill group includes Thomas J. Simmons J J Rogers A O Murphey Edward Elder L Kennedy and J P Thurman with Elder as president and Murphey as secretary treasurer. Operations to begin day and night to fill existing orders. The well equipped plant has strong trade recognition nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia Underwear Co
Barnesville Underwear Mills
Thomas J. Simmons
Col
J. J. Rogers
Messrs
A. O. Murphey
Edward Elder
J. L. Kennedy
J. P. Thurman
Murphey
the Gazette
League-Union Meeting At Methodist Church Attended
A joint Epworth League and Baptist Young People's Union meeting took place at the Methodist church last Sunday afternoon. Prof. Carl Monk, vice president, presided while Dr. T. J. Watts and Rev. Homer Bush delivered talks. The gathering was well attended and enjoyed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epworth League
Baptist Young People’s Union
Methodist Church
Carl Monk
League
T. J. Watts
Homer Bush
Forsyth Road In Need Of Immediate Repair Outside City
Road commissioners are urged to address the bad condition of Forsyth road just outside the city limits. Local residents who use the Barnesville route complain and request improvements at once.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forsyth Road
Barnesville
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CAR Fine Horses
Tak
Losal
Daisy Thomas
Charles Bannon
Miss Thomas
Marie Bannon
Ella May Williams
Mack Corbett
Hansell Thomas
Ella May Bedell
Columbus
Lech Dure
Richard Hines
Macon ‘Telegraph
H. C. Dicky
Willie Clary
Piedmont
H. J. Garland
the Rock
Garland
Upson
J. M
Lunquist
W.L. Githens
Ruby Ga
Griffin
South Georgia
Griffin News
J.C Collier Ow
Onpistmas
Ames Glove Selling
California Fig Syrup Co
Holiday Furnishings
TOYS
J. C. Collier CO
Fin Appeal
Eow
W. Gilman
Alexander McLean
Albert S. Hunt
H. P. Myers
Society
W. A. Wright
THE
Georgia Underwear Company
Pitcher’s Castoria
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