Local Call to Sell Cotton Early Met with Refusal
Citizens regret those who resisted the push to sell cotton promptly as it was harvested. Officials urged rapid disposal to stabilize market prices and prevent spoilage.
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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1896
Page
4
Inspiration Defines a Life's True Sweetness
A thematic reflection asserts that every life gains meaning from its deepest inspiration, making the truest motive the source of the life’s clearest sweetness and purpose.
Census Update Confirms Atlanta Population Below 1 090 000
The city of Atlanta announces its census count shows fewer than 1 090 000 inhabitants. Officials describe the figure as reflective of current growth and urban change in the regional capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Macon Telegraph Praises New Management and Recent Edition
The Macon Telegraph lauds its changes under new management. Its twenty four page edition last Sunday is described as a splendid paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macon Telegraph
Legislature Cautious on Appropriations Yet Liberal with State Institutions
The legislature shows caution in its spending while adopting a liberal approach toward most state institutions, balancing tight budgets with broader support for public entities.
Cuban general Maceo death confirmed in war report
The report confirming the death of Gen. Antonio Maceo, Cuban forces leader, arrives as a potential setback for the Cuban freedom movement and may slow their cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Antonio Maceo
Bryan to Deliver First Atlanta Lecture Series
Hon W J Bryan defeated for president will give his first lecture in Atlanta next Wednesday December 23 He earns 50000 for fifty lectures J K Ohl to represent the Atlanta Constitution at Washington and his services are expected to satisfy the paper and the people of the state
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Bryan
Atlanta
J. K. Ohl
Atlanta Constitution
Washington
Glenn Reappointed State School Commissioner by Atkinson
Gov Atkinson appoints Hon G R Glenn to a second term as State School Commissioner noting his prior term and commendable performance as he continues in the role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. R. Glenn
Atkinson
President Cleveland Treated As A Great Statesman
The article praises President Cleveland stating his state papers rank among the best from the White House and calling him one of the era's greatest statesmen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
White House
Endorsement for College Football by Professor
A college professor praises football, arguing the sport aids training and prevents cigarette use. He urges boys to join the football team as a constructive outlet.
Temperance Legislation Postponed to Next Session
The legislature postponed all temperance bills until the next session at the urging of supporters. Several measures were before both the house and senate awaiting action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friends of
House
Senate
Georgia counties and state budget balance revealed
The Atlanta Journal reports that forty seven Georgia counties bear the costs of state government while the remaining counties receive more from the state in school and pension funds than they contribute.
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The
Atlanta Journal
Washington folly sparks editorial on presidential inaugurations
The editorial endorses the Atlanta Journal view that inaugurations would gain dignity and interest if the ceremonial balls were abolished. It argues these balls should not be held in public buildings and questions the public value of continuing lavish outer displays.
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Washington
Atlanta Journal
Life's Flowers: Kind Words and Good Deeds
A devotional piece likens kind words to violets and good deeds to roses along life's path. It urges all people, from mothers to workers, to plant these flowers for a brighter afterlife and cites the teaching to do unto others as we would have done.
Let Them Migrate for Woman Suffrage Experiment
The piece argues suffrage should move beyond Georgia urging women to migrate to Colorado Wyoming or Utah where they can vote. It notes a Utah race where wife defeated husband and claims three states can absorb supporters as a practical test before nationwide adoption. It suggests lower transport rates to those states to facilitate the plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Colorado
Wyoming
Utah
State Senate
Georgia
Old Lady Credits Cough Cure For Saving Child
An elderly woman trusted by a family credited a few doses of One Minute Cough Cure with saving a child from a dangerous bout of croup. She had used the remedy before and cited Dr W A Wricur in relation to the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Wricur
Football Debate Shows Widely Divided Views Across Nation
The piece argues for cautious acceptance of football amid strong opinions from educators and leaders in the north and south. It cites Georgia figures Dr W E Boggs and Dr W A Candler, notes potential benefits of fitness and discipline, while acknowledging dangers. It reviews safety data and editorials, urging authority figures to regulate the sport to reduce harm.
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Georgia
W.E Boggs
State University
W. A. Candler
Emory College
Christmas Hope for Orphans at Decatur Home
Epior Gazette urges Christmas charity for orphans at the Methodist Orphans Home in Decatura. It cites two small brothers, 15 months old, and baby Maxie saved by Mother Taylor who runs the Atlanta home. The article notes growth of the facility and invites donations of five dollars a month to support care for destitute children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epior Gazette
Mother Taylor
Decatura
Maxie
Decatur
Atlanta
H. L. Crumley
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve Cures Piles and Sores
Scaly eruptions on the head, chapped hands and lips, cuts, bruises, scalds, and burns are quickly cured by DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. It is at present the article most used for piles and it always cures them. Dr. W. A. WriGHT.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
W. A. Wright
New Methodist Pastor Welcomed in Bainesville
Rev W S Stephens and family arrived Saturday to serve as pastor for the year at the Methodist church. Epworth League organized a warm reception at the Parsonage on Thomaston street. Stephens preached his first sermon Sunday evening and is praised by the congregation and community alike.
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W. S. Stephens
Bainesville
Methodist Church
Thomaston Street
Epworth League
Cautions on Catarrh Ointments Containing Mercury
Warning against catarrh remedies with mercury and urging only physician prescribed products. Mentions Hall's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio as a remedy with stated dangers and cautions about mucous-surface absorption and loss of smell.
Hall's Catarrh Cure Sold By Druggists In 75 Cents
An ad touts Hall's Catarrh Cure made in Toledo Ohio by F J Cheney Co claiming no mercury and internal action on blood and mucous surfaces. Testimonials free and Bax. Sold by druggists at 75 cents per bottle. OFFICERS ELECTED The Jeff Davis Hose Co held a meeting electing J P Thurman president R L Swatts foreman P L Gordy assistant foreman M M Elliott secretary treasurer W Summers first pipeman C E Stocks second pipeman J L Hamil third pipeman M M Tschudy fourth pipeman J W Woodward plugman Rev W S Stephens chaplain. Resolutions praise hose wagon and harness additions and council support. The department vows greater zeal in service. The company remains in good condition with growing membership in Barnesville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
Toledo
Ohio
F. J. Cheney & Co
Bax
Jeff Davis Hose Co
J. P. Thurman
R. L. Swatts
P. L. Gordy
M. M. Elliott
W. Summers
C. E. Stocks
J. L. Hamil
M. M. Tschudy
J. W. Woodward
W. S. Stephens
G. L. Summers
Barnesville
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Casper Whitney
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Great Britain
Xjith
California Fig Syrup Co
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Little
New York City
Tous, Dons
Santa Claus
Noveleigs
Colgate, Woodworth & Lundbergs
Rogers
Pupsos
Justin
Gapes
Blanke
J.C. Collier CO
Barnesville, Ga
Toledo, O
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