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Newspaper
Barnesville Gazette
Location
Barnesville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1899
Page
8
The list shows all books to be used in Public Schools with new adoption marks. Teachers should gradually introduce new books to minimize expense while exchanging old books for new with small differences. Books sold at usual places countywide. Edward Elder offers support and cooperation.
Mrs H H Swatts died suddenly on Christmas Eve in Barnesville drawing shock and sorrow. She was described as a devout, quiet, noble wife and mother whose Christian life influenced family and community. Funeral was held December 26 in the Methodist church with tributes from Rev W S Stevens and Rev Homer Bush.
The Barnesville community mourns Rev H J Adams who died December 24 after declining health following retirement to live with his daughter in St Louis Missouri. He served as pastor two years in Barnesville and left a legacy of faithful service, care for youth, and a balanced ministry that welcomed all denominations.
Barnesville Council of the Eastern Star and the Order of the Good Samaritan honor Mrs. HH Swatts. The tribute emphasizes Masonry principle of devotion to home and family.
In the sore bereavement of my wife the family has been comforted by expressions of sympathy from friends in this community and elsewhere. I, H. H. Swarts, through the Epioror Gazette, express sincere thanks for the kindnesses and deeds of love. Barnesville Georgia December 28 1898.
A 19th century ad claims catarrh is a constitutional disease and cannot be cured by local applications. It promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally to purify the blood and mucous surfaces, describing it as nonquack and prescribed by leading physicians, with testimonials available and sold by druggists for five cents.
James A. Jones publisher of the Leader Mexia Texas reports recovering from a second lagrippe attack this year. He credits Chamberlains Cough Remedy with shortening the illness to about two days after earlier ten day episodes. He notes going to bed quickly after onset and praises the remedy. For sale by J H. een.
A promotional notice extols Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure for maternal nerves and pain during childbirth. It claims the tonic strengthens the mother, eases confinement, supports nursing, and boosts infant vitality, citing a testimonials from Mrs. Fannie M. Harry of Galesburg Illinois.
A meeting at the Magnolia Inn resulted in a temporary Library Association with Col. S. N. Woodward as president and a slate of officers. Committees were named to charter and establish a fine public library for Barnesville, signaling growing local interest.
Public notice seeks tenants a first floor first class room offered by Mrs J T Murphey dated January 2 1899 the advertisement requests two young men or a couple or two schoolboys or two ladies as boarders with the property owner listed.
Old loans renewed and new loans promptly made at the cheapest money on the market. Apply to J. J. Garland, The Rock, Go. Rev. H. P. Myers of Marshalville, formerly a Barnesville citizen, was in the city last week.
Barnesville physicians met to organize the Barnesville Medical Association and adopt a uniform fee bill. The bill will be published when perfected to inform the public and protect members, aiming for orderly charges and mutual support. The association seeks to benefit both doctors and the community.
The Macon Telegraph reports the December 28 ceremony at the residence of W. P. Persons in Strouds Ga. J E McNeice married Miss Carrie Persons by Rev W W Childs. The couple described as fine and charming, with hopes for a happy married life.
Mr. J. W. Hightower of Barnesville announces he will sell only for cash. He abandons credit to improve service and offer shorter profits. His store offers a large general hardware stock with cash payments only.
Classified notice seeking a man skilled in all retail areas with an established customer base. The Enquirer lists a position as of 1899, inviting applicants with broad experience and a reliable client following.
Advert says Hall's Great Discovery treats kidney and bladder troubles including gravel diabetes and rheumatism. One bottle costs 1 cent by mail. two months of cure. Endorsed by J T Stevens from Cuthbert Georgia, 1898. Manufacturer E W Hart from Waco Texas. Sold in Barnesville and Cuthbert.
Mr Edgar L Rogers will carry on his business from the store of H H Gray as his office. He will be available there to transact all his affairs and business with the public.
Monday evening December 26 the Baptist Sunday school held a pleasant entertainment at the Mathews Hotel. A magnificent supper was served and enjoyed. The program featured pleasant features and was pronounced a success by all present.
C M Atwater announces taking charge of the Matthews Hotel in Barnesville and pledges to run it for the town and people. He asks for patronage and assistance as a concerned citizen aiming to honor the city with the hotel’s management.
Advertises Syrup of Figs as permanently beneficial for constipation and urges buyers to choose the genuine product by the California Fig Syrup Co over other laxatives that offer only temporary relief and may harm the body.
Miss Susie Brown leaves for Locust Grove to take a teaching post. A Gordon Institute graduate, she is praised as an accomplished instructor who will serve her patrons with satisfaction.
A historical note asserts pneumonia stems from colds or lagrippe and credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for stopping the progression during past epidemics. The ad claims it counters cold or lagrippe tendencies and calls it the best remedy for bad colds and lagrippe with bottles warranted and sold by John H. Blackburn.
We heartily recommend Dr. Hathaway & Co. of Atlanta as reliable and remarkably successful in treating chronic diseases of men and women. They care where others fail. Readers should write for a free expert opinion by return mail. they guarantee their cures. Write them today.
A local advertisement asserts a money back guarantee on Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy for lagrippe, colds, and whooping cough. It promotes 25 and 50 cent bottle prices and urges customers to try it from J. H. Blackburn.
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